What is the AP LAWCET 2027 exam pattern?

AP LAWCET has 120 questions for 120 marks in 90 minutes. Sections: General Knowledge & Mental Ability (60Q), Current Affairs (30Q), and Aptitude for Law (30Q). No negative marking. Separate exams exist for 3-year and 5-year law programmes.

Which AP law colleges accept AP LAWCET scores?

AP LAWCET scores are accepted by all APSCHE-affiliated law colleges including Andhra University Law College, SV University Law College, NTR University of Health Sciences (for medical law), and 100+ private law colleges in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Tirupati.

What is the AP LAWCET cutoff for Andhra University Law College?

Andhra University Law College Visakhapatnam cutoff (general) is typically 75–90/120. Government law colleges in AP have higher cutoffs (70–90). Private law college cutoffs vary widely from 40–70 marks based on their ranking and infrastructure.

Can I pursue AP LAWCET after a science degree (BCom/BSc)?

Yes, the 3-year LLB through AP LAWCET is open to any graduate regardless of the undergraduate stream. BCom, BSc, BA, BCA, and engineering graduates can all appear for AP LAWCET to pursue a 3-year LLB. 5-year BA LLB requires 12th pass.

What judiciary exam can I write after completing a law degree from AP?

After completing LLB from an AP college, candidates can appear for: AP District Judge exam, Civil Judge (Junior Division) exam conducted by AP High Court, Andhra Pradesh Subordinate Courts recruitment, and All India Bar Examination (AIBE) for enrollment at the Bar Council.

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AP LAWCET Preparation Guide

Sri Krishnadevaraya University (on behalf of APSCHE)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for AP LAWCET 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyEasy

Total Marks120

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT)

Frequency

Once a year

Next Exam Date

May 2027

EEligibility Criteria

AP 12th pass (for 5-year LLB); any AP graduate (for 3-year LLB)

ANumber of Attempts

No restriction

Study Plan by Subject

General Knowledge & Mental Ability

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Current Affairs

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Aptitude for Law

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Study Andhra Pradesh GK — state history, geography, rivers/dams, agriculture, and AP government schemes

Practise Mental Ability questions — letter series, number series, analogies, coding, and pattern problems

Follow national current affairs and legal developments for the Current Affairs section

Attempt all questions since there is no negative marking — the easy to moderate difficulty rewards thorough preparation

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Knowledge & Mental Ability	40	40	30 min
Current Affairs	40	40	30 min
Aptitude for Law	40	40	30 min
Total	120	120	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

March 2027

Next Exam Date

May 2027

Conducted By

Sri Krishnadevaraya University (on behalf of APSCHE)

Frequently Asked Questions

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