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The candidates should be thorough in Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, Public International Law, Mercantile Law, Labour Laws, Crimes and Torts, IPR & Other laws. However, concentration should be on the following.
The AP LAWCET 2026 Syllabus is divided into three key sections: General Knowledge & Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Aptitude for the Study of Law. To qualify, candidates must master 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) within 90 minutes. While the 3-year LLB syllabus is set at a Degree level, the 5-year integrated LLB syllabus follows Intermediate (10+2) standards.
AP LAWCET 2026 syllabus has been released. Scroll down to download the syllabus PDF.
AP LAWCET Syllabus
The AP LAWCET syllabus is designed to assess the aptitude of candidates for the study of law. The syllabus is divided into three sections: Aptitude for the Study of Law, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Mental Ability.
AP LAWCET 2026: Syllabus Quick-Glance
| Section | Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Part A | General Knowledge & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 |
| Part B | Current Affairs (Past 1-2 years) | 30 | 30 |
| Part C | Aptitude for the Study of Law | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 3 Sections | 120 Questions | 120 Marks |
Part-A: 40 Questions ….. 40 marks
I) JURISPRUDENCE: 20 Questions …20 marks
- Schools of Jurisprudence – Sources of Law, Custom Precedent and Legislation.
- Rights and duties – Ownership and Possession, Persons, Obligation, Property, Liability,
Legal Sanctions.
II) CONSTITUTIONAL LAW: 20 Questions …20 marks - Nature of the Constitution Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy,
Executive, Judiciary and Legislature, Center-State Relations, Emergency Provisions,
Amendments to the Constitution.
Part-B: 80 Questions ….. 80 marks
- PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW : 16 Questions … 16 marks
a. International Law and Municipal Law
b. State Territory
c. Air, Sea and Outer Space, Nationality and Statelessness
d. Extradition, Asylum, State Jurisdiction, United Nations. - MERCANTILE LAW : 16 Questions … 16 marks
a. General Principles of Contract (Sections. 1-75, Indian Contract Act-1872). - LABOUR LAW : 16 Questions … 16 marks
a. Trade Union Act 1926
b. Industrial Disputes Act 1947. - CRIMES and TORTS: 16 Questions … 16 marks
a. Indian Penal Code – General Principles & General Exceptions.
b. TORTS: General Principles of Tort, Defences, Joint liability, State liability for Torts;
c. Consumer Protection Act, 2019. - IPR & OTHER LAWS: 16 Questions … 16 marks
a. Copy right Act, 1957; Patents Act, 2005;
b. Environmental Protection Act, 1986;
c. Human Rights, The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993;
Salient features of Information Technology Act, 2000 and Right
to Information Act2005
d. Research Methodology.(Definition and Kinds of Research)
Interactive FAQ:
Yes, the subjects and sections are identical. However, the 3-year LLB paper has a higher difficulty level (Graduate standard), whereas the 5-year LLB is of Intermediate standard.
The APSCHE releases an “Instructional Booklet” which contains the syllabus outline. You can download the summarized version on indcareer.com.
Strictly speaking, no. However, “Mental Ability” includes basic numerical reasoning and data interpretation which requires elementary math skills.
Out of the 60 marks in Section C, approximately 25-30 marks are directly related to the Constitution of India and Legal Awareness.
Yes, basic legal maxims (e.g., Ad hoc, De jure, Quid pro quo) are frequently tested in Part C.
AP LAWCET
AP LAWCET is conducted by ANU Guntur. Now you can know all about Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (AP LAWCET) exam date, application form, syllabus from here on indcareer.com. AP LAWCET is a State level Law entrance exam that is held by Acharya Nagarjuna University. State Universities, their Departments or Constituent Colleges and Affiliated Colleges in the State of Andhra Pradesh in 3 Year LLB, 5 Year LL.B. Courses.
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AP LAWCET – An Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | AP LAWCET |
| AP LAWCET Full Form | Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test |
| More Exams Of This Type | Law Entrance Exams |
| Scale Of This Exam | State Level |
| State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most Relevant | Andhra Pradesh (note – this does not indicate domicile requirement. it only refers to states or regions where score accepting colleges are situated) |
| Organization That Holds This Exam | SPMV, Tirupati |
| ANU Guntur Full Form | Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
| Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | 3 Year LLB, 5 Year LL.B. Courses |
| Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This Test | State Universities, their Departments or Constituent Colleges and Affiliated Colleges in the State of Andhra Pradesh |