HP Law CET (Himachal Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test - HPU, Shimla)
Overview
HP Law CET is conducted by Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year BA LLB programmes in HP's government and private law colleges.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Offline (OMR based)
Duration:90 minutes
Total Marks:100
Marking Scheme:+1 for correct, no negative marking
Sections
General Knowledge
25 Questions•25 Marks
English
25 Questions•25 Marks
Legal Aptitude
25 Questions•25 Marks
Reasoning
25 Questions•25 Marks
Syllabus
General Knowledge
- Indian polity, history, HP state affairs
- Current events
English
- Grammar, comprehension, vocabulary
Legal Aptitude
- Constitution, legal principles, reasoning
Reasoning
- Analogies, series, puzzles, logical arguments
Eligibility Criteria
- 5-year: Passed Class 12 with 45%
- 3-year: Graduated with 45%
- HP domicile for state quota
Important Dates
Notification
April 2027 (tentative - confirm on official website)
Exam date
June 2027 (tentative)
Application Process
- Register on hpuniv.ac.in
- Fill form, pay fee
- Download admit card
💡 Preparation Tips
- Include Himachal Pradesh-specific GK
- Balanced 4-section paper - no section should be neglected
❓ FAQs
Which colleges accept HP Law CET?
HPU's law department and affiliated law colleges across Himachal Pradesh.