AP PGLCET Preparation 2025: Tips, Strategy & Guide

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

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Kritika Rai

Kritika RaiSenior Executive Content

Updated on Oct 29, 2024 16:28 IST

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.

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. 

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

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

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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You should carry the following items to the AP PGLCET exam hall:

  • Your AP PGLCET admit card
  • A valid photo ID card
  • A ballpoint pen

You are not allowed to carry any other items into the exam hall, such as electronic devices, study material, or food and drinks.

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The address of your AP PGLCET exam centre will be mentioned on your Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card. To know the exact location of your exam centre, you can take the help of an online map. You can also visit the exam centre location before the exam to check how far it is from your location. This st

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There will be two rounds of AP PGLCET 2025 counselling. Dates for each round of counselling will be mentioned below: 

AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2025 Counselling EventsDates
AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2025 Counselling RegistrationTo be announced
Online verification of uploaded certificatesTo be announced
Exercising Web OptionsTo be announced
Change / Edit Web OptionsTo be announced
Seat AllotmentTo be announced
Self-Reoprting to CollegesTo be announced

 

AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2025 Counselling Events (Phase 2)Dates
AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2025 Counselling RegistrationTo be announced
Online verification of uploaded certificatesTo be announced
Exercising Web OptionsTo be announced
Change / Edit Web OptionsTo be announced
Seat AllotmentTo be announced
Self-Reoprting to CollegesTo be announced

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Answered 2 months ago

Seat allotment result in AP PGLCET counselling is a notification that indicates which college and branch you have been assigned based on your rank in the entrance exam and the preferences you expressed during the counselling process.

This result is usually released in multiple rounds, and each round

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Candidates need the following documents for AP PGLCET counselling: 

  • AP PGLCET 2024 Rank Card: This is the most important document, as it contains your rank in the exam.
  • AP PGLCET 2024 Hall Ticket: This is required for verification purposes.
  • AP PGLCET 2024 Application Form: Ensure you have a copy of you

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Kritika Rai

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Preparing for the Mercantile Law section of the AP PGLCET (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test) requires a structured approach. Here are some effective strategies to help you succeed:

1. Understand the Syllabus

Familiarize yourself with the key topics covered in Mercantile Law, inclu

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Kritika Rai

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Preparing for the Public International Law section of the AP PGLCET (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test) requires a systematic approach. Here are some effective strategies to help you excel:

1. Understand the Syllabus

  • Familiarize yourself with the key topics covered in Public Intern

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Kritika Rai

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Preparing for the Jurisprudence section of the AP PGLCET (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test) requires a focused study plan. Here are some effective strategies to help you succeed:

1. Understand the Syllabus

  • Familiarize yourself with the key topics in Jurisprudence, including:
  • Nature

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Kritika Rai

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Preparing for the AP PGLCET (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test) requires a strategic approach. Start by familiarizing yourself with the syllabus, which includes key topics like Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Family Law, and Property Law. Understanding the exam p

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The subject-wise best books for AP PGLCET preparation are the following: 

1. Constitutional Law

  • Constitutional Law of India by J.N. Pandey
  • Indian Constitutional Law by M.P. Jain

2. Jurisprudence

  • Jurisprudence by Dr. Avtar Singh
  • Legal Theory by Brian Bix

3. Law of Contracts

  • Contract Law by E. John Price
  • Law o

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