AP PGLCET Preparation 2025: Tips, Strategy & Guide

Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test 2025 ( AP PGLCET )

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AP PGLCET Preparation Tips 2025 - The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) conducts the AP PGLCET 2025 exam for admission to LLM courses. To crack the exam, candidates need to prepare well for it. Considering this, candidates need to start th eAP PGLCET 2025 preparation as soon as possible.

To help AP PGLCET 2025 aspirants with their AP PGLCET preparation, the best preparation tips have been provided on this page. Read here to learn the preparation strategy and tips for AP PGLCET 2025, mentioning all the important features and more.

Table of content
  • AP PGLCET Preparation Strategy 2025
  • Know the Exam Pattern of AP PGLCET 2025
  • Important Topics from AP PGLCET Syllabus 2025
  • Best Books for AP PGLCET 2025 Preparation
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AP PGLCET Preparation Strategy 2025

The best strategy to prepare for AP PGLCET 2025 will be as under:

  1. Subject-wise preparation plan - Candidates should make a preparation plan for each subject by allocating sufficient time. Now, the syllabus of AP PGLCET 2025 is based on graduation level therefore, candidates know their strengths and weaknesses of the subjects. Depending on it, candidates can devise a plan for each subject. 
  2. Preparation material - The is an important aspect without which preparation is incomplete i.e. to gather the right books and study material to clarify concepts from each subject. Candidates can get previous years papers and books as suggested by the exam experts to practice for AP PGLCET 2025. Candidates can clarify the concepts with help of their LLB degree books, however, to prepare for AP PGLCET 2025 they should refer objective questions based books, which would be more test-oriented.
  3. Practising questions - Next, candidates should practise mock papers and question papers based on the exam pattern and syllabus of AP PGLCET 2025 to strengthen their preparation. Candidates should prefer taking online mock tests as the entrance exam is conducted in a Computer-Based Test mode. To practice for this, APSCHE also provided the online mock tests window for AP PGLCET 2025. Candidates can improve their test-taking skills and analysis of their preparation with the help of the online mock tests. Practice AP PGLCET 2025 mock tests here
  4. Revision - In the last 10-15 days, candidates should revise everything thoroughly. They should go chapter-wise for the subjects in syllabus and practice questions based on them to ensure best preparation for AP PGLCET 2025. 
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Know the Exam Pattern of AP PGLCET 2025

The exam pattern of AP PGLCET 2025 is such that there will be 120 objective types of questions from all subjects of law. The question paper will be available in English and Telugu languages. Candidates have to select one option as the correct answer and, they will be awarded 1 mark. There is no negative marking in case of wrong attempts. The question paper will be in two parts - A: Jurisprudence and Constitutional law and B: PIL, Mercantile Law, Labour Law, Criminal law and Torts, IPR etc. Candidates can check the subject-wise marks and questions allotment for AP PGLCET 2025: 

Subject Questions per section Marks per section 
Jurisprudence 20 questions 20 marks 
Constitutional Law 20 questions 20 marks 
Public International Law 16 questions 16 marks 
Mercantile Law 16 questions 16 marks
Labour Law 16 questions 16 marks 
Crimes and Torts 16 questions 16 marks 
IPR Law & Other Laws 16 questions 16 marks 
Total 120 questions 120 marks

The total exam duration of AP PGLCET 2025 will be 1 hour 30 minutes, which is sufficient to attempt all the sections if candidates have good speed and accuracy rate. 

Also Read: AP PGLCET 2025 Exam Pattern

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Important Topics from AP PGLCET Syllabus 2025

The level of the syllabus for AP PGLCET 2025 will be of graduation level and, candidates should focus on the important topics from the syllabus as mentioned by APSCHE: 

Section  Syllabus
Jurisprudence Schools of Jurisprudence - Sources of Law, Custom Precedent and Legislation, Rights and duties - Ownership and Possession, Persons, Obligation, Property, Liability, Legal Sanctions.
Constitutional Law Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Executive Judiciary and Legislature, Center-State Relations, Emergency provisions, Amendments to the constitution.
Public International Law International Law and Municipal Law, Subjects, State Territory, Air, Sea and outer space, Nationality and Statelessness, Extradition, Asylum, State Jurisdiction, United Nations
Mercantile Law General Principles of Contract (Sections. 1-75, Indian Contract Act-1872).
Labour Law Trade Union Act-1926. Industrial Disputes Act - 1947.
Crimes and Torts

Indian Penal Code -General Principles & General Exceptions. General principles of Tort, Defences, Joint liability, State liability for torts; Consumer Protection Act, 1986

IPR & Other Laws Copy right Act, 1d957; Patents Act, 1970; Environmental Protection Act, 1986; Human Rights, The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, Salient features of Information Technology Act, 2000 and Right to Information Act 2005
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Best Books for AP PGLCET 2025 Preparation

Candidates should refer to the following books as suggested by the experts: 

Subjects  Authors/ Publishers
Jurisprudence
  • Jurisprudence I by Garima Tiwari
  • Jurisprudence and Legal Theory by NV Paranjape 
Constitutional Law
  • Introduction to the Constitution of India by Brij Kishore Sharma
  • Constitution of India by VN Shukla 
Public International Law
  • An Introduction to Public International Law by SK Verma
  • Public International Law by SRA Rosedar
Mercantile Law Elements of Mercantile Law by ND Kapoor 
Labour Law
  • MCQs in Industrial Relations and Labour Laws by Juli Verma
  • MCQ'S On Human Resource Management Labour & Social Welfare Labour Welfare & Industrial Relations by A Vamsi
Crimes and Torts
  • Law of Torts by Dr RK Bangia 
  • Criminal Law by Dr RK Bangia
IPR & Other Laws
  • A Handbook On Corporate and Other Laws by CA CS Munish Bhandari
  • A Handbook On Corporate and Other Laws by Sourabh Bindal 

 

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Answered 2 days ago

To calculate your Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2025 marks, follow these steps:

1. Exam Pattern Overview:
The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions.
Each question carries 1 mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
2. Calculate Your Marks:
Total Marks = Correct Answers * 1 mark
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Anupama Mehra

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Answered 2 days ago

The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET and CLAT PG (Common Law Admission Test for Postgraduate) exams are both law entrance exams, but there are some key differences in their difficulty levels:

AP PGLCET: The difficulty level is generally considered moderate. It focuses on areas like Constitutional Law, Jurisprud

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Priya Peter

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET exam is considered moderately challenging, but whether it's easy to pass depends on your preparation and familiarity with the subjects.

Factors to consider:

  • Syllabus: It tests knowledge of Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, and other core law topics. A strong understanding of

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Chanchal Patra

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

In case of a tie in the Andhra Pradesh PGLCET exam, the following tie-breaking criteria are used to determine the final rank:

Marks in Part B (Legal Aptitude): Candidates with higher marks in this section will be ranked higher.
Marks in Part A (Constitutional Law and Jurisprudence): If the tie still p

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Manisha Gard

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

A good Andhra Pradesh PGLCET score varies depending on factors such as the number of candidates, exam difficulty, and the specific college you're targeting. However, here's a general guide:

For General Candidates: A score of 50-60 marks (out of 120) is considered good and can help secure a decent ran

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Bhumika Aggarwal

Beginner-Level 5

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Yes, Andhra Pradesh PGLCET marks do matter, as they determine your eligibility for admission to postgraduate law programs in Andhra Pradesh. Here's why:

Admission Eligibility: Your marks directly impact your rank and eligibility for participating in the counseling process.
College Preference: Higher m

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Nitesh Srivastava

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

As of now, the Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2025 result has not been released.Once the result is declared, candidates can check their scores and ranks on the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET.

Please note that these dates are tentative and subject to change. It's advisable to regularly check th

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Mohit Dhawan

Beginner-Level 4

Answered 2 days ago

There is no limit on the number of attempts for the Andhra Pradesh PGLCET Exam. Candidates can appear for the exam as many times as they wish, provided they meet the eligibility criteria each year. This means that as long as you fulfill the age and educational qualifications, you can attempt the exa

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Divya Surbhi

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

No, there is no negative marking in the Andhra Pradesh PGLCET Exam.

Candidates are awarded 1 mark for each correct answer, and there are no penalties for incorrect answers. This means that it is in your best interest to attempt all questions, even if you're unsure, as there's no risk of losing marks

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Akanksha Kumari

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET Exam result is typically announced within 15-20 days after the exam is conducted. After the exam, the result is usually declared in the third week of June for the year 2025.

Candidates can check their results online by visiting the official Andhra Pradesh PGLCET Exam website

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