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

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Updated On Date: Sep 25, 2025

AP PGLCET 2026 Eligibility criteria

AP PGLCET Eligibility Criteria 2026  

The AP PGLCET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test) is conducted for admission into the LL.M. (Master of Laws) programs offered by various universities and colleges of Andhra Pradesh. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria for AP PGLCET 2026 regarding educational qualifications, marks, and nationality before applying for the exam.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must hold an LL.B./B.L. degree of 3 years or 5 years duration from a recognized university or college.
  • Candidates appearing in the final year of their LL.B./B.L. examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply. However, such candidates must have cleared all the subjects and present their degree at the time of counselling/admission.

Minimum Marks Required

  • General (OC) candidates:At least 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying LL.B./B.L. degree.
  • BC (Backward Classes) candidates:At least 42% marks.
  • SC/ST candidates:At least 40% marks in aggregate in the qualifying law degree.

Nationality and Domicile

  • Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
  • Candidates must fulfil local/non-local status requirements as laid down by Andhra Pradesh state education regulations.

Other Conditions

  • Open school system graduates, and candidates with an ITI as their basic qualification, are not eligible for AP PGLCET.
  • There is no upper age limit for appearing in AP PGLCET 2026.
  • Candidates who have completed their LLB in a single sitting (through distance/open learning mode without the required minimum period) are not eligible.

Category-wise Minimum Marks Table

Category

Minimum Aggregate Marks in LL.B./B.L.

General (OC)

45%

Backward Classes

42%

SC/ST

40%
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FAQs

Q1: Who is eligible to apply for AP PGLCET 2026?

Ans. Candidates with a 3-year or 5-year LL.B./B.L. degree from a recognized institution, or those appearing in the final year of such a degree, are eligible to apply, provided they meet the minimum marks criteria and submit proof at counselling.

Q2: What is the minimum qualifying percentage for reserved categories in AP PGLCET 2026?

Ans. SC/ST candidates need at least 40% marks, and Backward Classes (BC) candidates need at least 42% marks in their qualifying law degree.

Q3: Can a candidate currently in the final year of LL.B. apply for AP PGLCET 2026?

Ans. Yes, candidates appearing in their final year of 3-year or 5-year LL.B. can apply, but they must produce a passing certificate at the time of counselling/admission.

Q4: Is there any age limit to appear for AP PGLCET 2026?

Ans. No, there is no specified upper age limit for AP PGLCET 2026.

Q5: Can candidates from other states apply for AP PGLCET 2026?

Ans. Candidates from other states can apply if they are Indian citizens and fulfil the local/non-local status rules of Andhra Pradesh. Non-local candidates will be treated as open-category (OC) candidates.
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