MH CET Law 2027, also known as the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test for Law (MAH-LLB), is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra for admission to 5-year integrated LLB programmes and 3-year LLB courses across the state. With the 5-year LLB exam expected in May 2027, use this guide for a focused last-minute revision - section-wise priorities, key topics, and a day-by-day plan for the final stretch.
Some basic details about the exam are given in the table below.
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Particular |
Details |
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Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
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Test Language |
English and Marathi |
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Level of Exam |
State-level entrance examination |
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Time Duration |
120 minutes |
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Test Mode |
Online (Computer-based) |
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Type of question |
Multiple choice questions |
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Marking Scheme |
+1 mark for each correct answer; no negative marking |
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Take Test NowBefore applying for MH CET Law 2027, make sure you meet the following eligibility conditions:
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Particular |
Details |
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Nationality |
Indian Citizen / OCI |
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Domicile |
Maharashtra domicile preferred; All India candidates can apply for open seats |
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Qualification (5-year LLB) |
Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board |
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Minimum Marks (General) |
45% in 10+2 |
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Minimum Marks (Reserved Category) |
40% in 10+2 |
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Appearing Candidates |
Students appearing in 10+2 final exams are also eligible to apply |
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Age Limit |
No upper age limit |
Note: Eligibility conditions are based on previous years' patterns and may be revised for 2027. Always verify with the official notification at cetcell.mahacet.org.
The table below shows the updated section-wise question and marks distribution for both the 5-year and 3-year LLB programmes.
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Exam sections |
5-year integrated LLB |
3-year LLB |
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Number of questions |
Marks (each question) |
Number of questions |
Marks (each question) |
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English Language |
24 |
24 |
40 |
40 |
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Current Affairs and General Knowledge |
24 |
24 |
32 |
32 |
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Legal Reasoning |
32 |
32 |
24 |
24 |
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Logical Reasoning |
32 |
32 |
24 |
24 |
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Basic Mathematics |
8 |
8 |
- |
- |
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Total |
120 |
120 |
120 |
120 |
With the exam expected in May 2027, focus on revision and practice; not new topics. Below are the important topics and last-minute tips for each section.
The English Language section tests your comprehension and language fundamentals through MCQs.
Important topics include:
Important topics include:
This is the highest-weightage section in the 5-year LLB exam. Questions follow a Principle + Fact → Apply structure. You are given a legal rule and a situation; apply the rule logically, not your personal opinion.
Important topics include:
This section also carries 32 marks and rewards speed and accuracy. Most question types are well-defined and can be cracked with consistent practice.
Important topics include:
Only 8 questions at Class 10 level, easy marks that most students underestimate. Spend 30-45 minutes revising formulas and you can comfortably score 6-8 here.
Important topics include:
MH CET Law score is accepted by several top law colleges across Maharashtra. Some of the most sought-after institutions include:
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College |
Location |
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Government Law College (GLC) |
Mumbai |
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ILS Law College |
Pune |
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SVKM's Pravin Gandhi College of Law |
Mumbai |
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Shankarrao Chavan Law College |
Mumbai |
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Dr. Ambedkar College of Law |
Mumbai |
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Mumbai University Department of Law |
Mumbai |
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New Law College |
Pune |
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St. Wilfred's College of Law |
Mumbai |
Note: MNLU conducts its own separate entrance test (MAHCET). Verify admission criteria for each college before applying.