Candidates who want to raise objections against the answer key have to send the required documents supporting the objection. GUJCET 2023 Result is expected to be released in the 1st week of June 2023. Candidates will be able to download their scorecards at gujcet.gseb.org. Qualified candidates will be called for GUJCET 2023 Counselling Process.
GUJCET 2023 Cutoff is going to be released after each round of seat allotment. The authority considers various factors for determining the cutoff of GUJCET like difficulty level of the exam, availability of seats, number of applications, previous year cutoff, etc
Read the article to get details on GUJCET 2023 exam dates, registration, eligibility, counselling, cut-offs, admission, and much more.
What is GUJCET 2023 Exam?
Gujarat Common Entrance Test or GUJCET is conducted by Gujarat Secondary & Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) every year for admission into undergraduate Engineering and Diploma Pharmacy courses in various universities in Gujarat. Check GUJCET 2023 Participating Colleges
As per last year’s official notification, marks in subjects other than Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in class 12 are also going to be considered for preparing GUJCET 2023 merit list. In government colleges, 5% of seats will be filled through JEE MAIN scores, while the remaining 95% will be offered through GUJCET 2023 scores.
GUJCET 2023 Exam Dates
Know the important dates related to GUJCET 2023 for various events:
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of Notification | January 2023 |
| Starting of the Application process | January 6, 2023 |
| End of the registration process |
January 31, 2023 |
| Availability of Hall Ticket | March 23, 2023 |
| GUJCET 2023 Exam Date | April 03, 2023 |
| Publication of Provisional Answer Key | April 13, 2023 (OUT) |
| Challenge Provisional Answer Key | till April 18, 2023 |
| Declaration of Result | June 2023 |
| GUJCET Counselling begins | June 2023 |
GUJCET 2023 Highlights
| Exam Name | Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET) |
| Exam Conducting Authority | Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) |
| Admission Conducting Authority | Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC) |
| Type of Exam | Entrance Exam |
| Level of Examination | State-level exam |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech/ B.E, B.Pharma |
| Duration of Course | 4/ 5 Years |
| Number of Participating Institutes | 50 |
| Application Process | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Examination Frequency | Once a Year |
| Exam Fees | INR 300 |
| Total Registrations | To be determined |
GUJCET 2023 Answer Key
Authorities has released the provisional GUJCET 2023 Answer Key online on April 13, 2023. Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key till April 18. Candidates can use the links mentioned below to check GUJCET 2023 Answer Key.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| GUJCET 2023 Answer Key | Check Here |
Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by sending an email at gsebsciencekeys@gmail.com till April 18, 2023 as per the required format. To download the provisional GUJCET 2023 Answer Key, candidates can follow the steps mentioned below:
- Visit the official website atgsebeservice.com.
- Click on the link for provisional GUJCET 2023 Answer Key
- The pdf will open on the screen along with the format to raise objections against the answer key
- Download the answer key and match the scores
How to raise objection against GUJCET 2023 Answer Key?
Check the format to raise objections against GUJCET 2023 Answer Key using the direct link given above. Candidates can raise objections to the provisional answer key, if any, using the steps mentioned below:
- Draft a mail according to the guidelines and fill the form along with the question-paper number and the answer against which the objection is being raised
- Candidates are required to pay an objection fee of Rs 500 per objection via e-challan
- Send the mail at-gsebsciencekeys@gmail.comalong with the details of their bank account number, bank name, branch name, and IFSC code.
GUJCET 2023 Results
GSEB will release GUJCET 2023 Result in the 1st week of June 2023. The result holds the subject-wise marks, total marks, state ranking, category ranking, and the qualifying status of GUJCET 2023. Below given are the steps to check GUJCET 2023 Result.
- Visit the official website of GSEB
- Login using the required credentials.
- Click on “Go”
- The result will be displayed on the screen which the candidates will have to check and print out for future use.
Details on GUCET Scorecard 2023
The scorecard will carry some details related to the candidate as well as the exam. Check the details carefully and contact the helpline services if there are any errors. The following information will be available on the GUJCET result.
- Applicant’s Name
- Roll Number
- Seat Number
- Group
- Marks secured in each subject
- Total Marks obtained
- Percentile Rank in the examination
GUJCET 2023 Counselling
GUJCET 2023 Counseling process comprises various stages such as
- Purchase Information Booklet and PIN from ICICI.
- Fill the GUJCET counseling application form.
- Submit the application form at the GUJCET help center.
- Choice Filling and Choice Locking
- GUJCET Seat Allotment
- Reporting to the Allotted Institute
Documents Required for GUJCET 2023 Counselling:
The candidate shall submit the self-attested copies of the following documents along with the printout of the registration form at the Help Center, namely:-
- S.S.C. Examination (Std. X) Mark-sheet
- H.S.C. Examination (Std. XII) Mark-sheet,
- GUJCET Mark-sheet,
- School Leaving Certificate or Transfer Certificate,
- Caste certificate for a candidate belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), issued by the authority empowered by the State Government in this behalf,
- Non Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate of the family, valid as per State Government Rules, by the authority empowered by the State Government in this behalf,
- Certificate of Physical Disability, issued and duly signed by the Civil Surgeon/ competent Medical Authority, in case the candidate is a Physically Handicapped,
- Certificate of Ex-Serviceman, duly issued by the Director, Sainik Welfare Board, Gujarat State or by the District Sainik Welfare Officer,
- A copy of the certificate of In-Serviceman duly issued by the Commanding Officer of the respective unit in which he is serving,
- Copy of the valid certificate of income issued by the authority empowered by the State Government on this behalf, if applicable,
- Photograph of a candidate for other State / other than Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary School Examination Board, and
- Such other certificates as the Admission Committee deems necessary.
Candidates need to verify all these documents at the helpline centers. During the time of counseling, candidates can choose their preference for colleges. The final allotment of seats will be based on the merit of candidates, availability of seats, and category. Candidates who have obtained high scores in GUJCET 2023 entrance examination will have higher chances of getting admission to their preferred college.
GUJCET 2023 Merit List
- The first GUJCET 2023 merit list includes candidates who have passed the qualifying test by approved boards and for whom the percentile is accessible. The merit list was prepared with a 60 % weighting of the percentile marks obtained in PCM, paired with a 40 % weighting of the percentile marks obtained in the GUJCET exam.
- The second GUJCET merit list 2023 was drawn up including candidates who have passed the qualifying test by a board for which the percentile marks are not valid. The merits shall be defined on the basis of the 60 % weighting of the marks obtained in the PCM after covering it up to 100 combined with the 40 % weighting of the percentile marks obtained in the GUJCET 2023 exam.
GUJCET 2023 Tie-Breaking Rules
The criteria for deciding the GUJCET 2023 merit list in case of the candidates having equal scores will be based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying in the following sequences, namely:
- Maths and Physics
- Maths and chemistry
- Physics and Chemistry
- Maths
- Physics
- Chemistry English
- Aggregate marks
GUJCET 2023 Reservation
There is a certain percentage of seats that are reserved for different category students under GUJCET 2023. The table provided below depicts the percentage of reserved seats:
| Categories | Percentage of Seats Reserved |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 7% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 15% |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, including widows and orphans of any caste | 27% |
| Unreserved Economically Weaker Sections | 10% |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 5% |
| Children of Defence Personnel and Ex-Servicemen | 1% |
GUJCET 2023 Paper Analysis
GUJCET 2023 was conducted on April 3 in two shifts i.e., from 10 Am to 12 PM and 2 PM to 4 PM. The paper analysis for the exam has been updated here based on the student’s feedback and the expert's opinion.
Check the detailed GUJCET 2023 Paper Analysis below:
| Details | GUJCET 2023 Paper Analysis |
|---|---|
| Overall Level of Difficulty | Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level of Physics | Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level of Chemistry | Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level of Mathematics | Difficult |
| Difficulty Level of Biology | Moderate |
- There were a few questions that were hard, but overall students are saying the Physics exam was average.
- The overall difficulty was average for few students as there were some tough questions asked in the GUJCET 2023 Chemistry Paper.
- Questions asked in GUJCET 2023 Mathematics paper were application based as well as conceptual-based.
- The questions from Biology were testing thinking ability and conceptual knowledge of the students.
GUJCET Previous Year Paper Analysis
According to the initial student reaction, GUJCET 2022 exam was reported to be moderate in terms of the level of difficulty.
- Questions in Physics and Chemistry were majorly 12th based covering all the topics. The weightage of questions from Class 12th topics was more as compared to Class 11th topics.
- No questions were asked from the syllabus that had been removed.
- Mathematics paper included a lot of time-consuming lengthy calculations
Check the detailed GUJCET 2022 Paper Analysis below:
| Details | GUJCET 2022 Paper Analysis |
|---|---|
| Overall Level of Difficulty | Moderate |
| Difficulty Level of Physics | Easy |
| Difficulty Level of Chemistry | Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level of Mathematics | Easy to Moderate |
| Difficulty Level of Biology | Easy |
GUJCET 2023 Admit Card
GUJCET 2023 admit card has been issued online by GSEB. It is the most vital document to carry on the exam day. Successfully registered candidates downloaded the admit card from the official website. The hall ticket must be preserved till the admission process gets over.
Steps to Download GUJCET 2023 Admit Card
- Visit the official website of Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, Gandhinagar
- Click on the ‘board website’.
- Search for the link that says ‘GUJCET 2023 hall ticket’.
- Enter your application number and date of birth.
- Click on the ‘submit’ button.
- Download GUJCET 2023 Hall Ticket and take its printout.
The information printed on your GUJCET 2023 Admit Card is the Name of the candidate, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Roll Number, Coordinating institution, Venue of the test, Date of test, Paper wise timings, Email ID.
Important Instructions for GUJCET 2023
Candidates must verify if all the details mentioned on the admit card are accurate. They should read the important instructions printed on the back of the admit card so that they don’t violate any of them on the day of the examination.
- Along with the hall ticket, candidates also need to carry a photocopy of one of the following documents, Voter Card, PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Passport, Driving License, Employee ID, College ID
- Candidates are advised to reach the examination center exactly at the reporting time mentioned in their GUJCET 2023 hall ticket.
- Social distancing has to be followed and candidates are requested to enter the center in an orderly manner.
- Masks should be worn by candidates at all times during the examination.
- Electronic items will not be allowed inside the examination center.
- Sanitizers will be provided at the centers.
- All candidates are expected to practice hygiene during the examination.
- Parents are advised not to arrive at the exam center or to leave immediately after dropping off the candidates.
GUJCET 2023 Exam Centers
GUJCET 2023 will be conducted in 34 exam centers, spread throughout the state of Gujarat. While filling out the application form, candidates can choose the exam center, according to their convenience from the given list. The allotted exam center will be mentioned on GUJCET 2023 Hall Ticket.
Once the exam center is allotted, it can not be altered by the conducting authority. Candidates need to report to the exam center at least 30 minutes before the exam starts. GUJCET 2023 exam centers will be conducted at the following exam centers:
| Name of the District | Name of the Test Centre | Name of the District | Name of the Test Centre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad (City) | Ahmedabad | Surat | Surat |
| Ahmedabad (Rural) | Ahmedabad (Rural) | Surendranagar | Surendranagar |
| Amreli | Amreli | Anand | Anand |
| Kutch | Bhuj | Patan | Patan |
| Kheda | Nadiad | Navsari | Navsari |
| Jamnagar | Jamnagar | Dahod | Dahod |
| Junagadh & Diu | Junagadh | Porbandar | Porbandar |
| Dang | Aahwa | Narmada | Rajpipla |
| Panchmahal | Godhra | Gandhinagar | Gandhinagar |
| Banaskantha | Palanpur | Tapi | Vyara |
| Bharuch | Bharuch | Mahisagar | Lunavada |
| Bhavnagar | Bhavnagar | Aravalli | Modasa |
| Mahesana | Mahesana | Chhota Udepur | Chotta Udepur |
| Rajkot | Rajkot | Botad | Botad |
| Vadodara | Vadodara | Morbi | Morbi |
| Valsad & Daman, Dadra Nagar Haveli | Valsad | Gir Somnath | Veraval |
| Sabarkantha | Himmatnagar | Devbhumi Dwarka | Jamkhambhaliya |
GUJCET 2023 Exam Pattern
The highlights of GUJCET 2023 Exam Pattern are given below:
- Mode of Examination: Offline (Pen and paper)
- Duration for B.Tech: 120 minutes for Physics & Chemistry | 60 minutes for Mathematics
- Duration for B.Pharma: 120 minutes for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology.
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & Biology
- Medium of exam: English, Hindi, Gujarati
- Marking scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer | 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer
- Total number of questions: 120
B.Tech/B.Pharma Exam Pattern
| Particulars | B.Tech | B.Pharma |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper) | Offline (Pen and Paper Based) |
| Temporal Division | 3 hours (120 minutes for Physics and Chemistry and 60 minutes for Mathematics) | 3 hours (120 minutes for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology) |
| Examination Language | English, Hindi, and Gujarati | English, Hindi, and Gujarati |
| Sections | Physics and Chemistry (40 questions each) | Physics and Chemistry (40 questions each) |
| Mathematics (40 questions) | Mathematics/Biology (40 questions) | |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for every correct response | +1 for every correct response |
| -0.25 for every incorrect response | -0.25 for every incorrect response |
GUJCET 2023 Syllabus
The syllabus of GUJCET 2023 comprises topics from Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics/Biology subjects. The syllabus of these subjects is of the HSC level of the GSEB board. GUJCET Syllabus can be checked from the table provided below:
| Mathematics | Algebra, Logarithms, Matrices, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, 3-Dimensional Co-ordinate geometry, Theory of Calculus, Application of Calculus, Permutation and combination, Statistics and Probability. |
| Physics | Introduction and Measurement, description of motion in one dimension, description of motion in two and three dimensions, laws of motion, work, energy and power, heat and thermodynamics, the motion of the system of particles and rigid body rotation, gravitation, mechanics of solids and fluids, oscillations, waves, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetic effect of current and magnetism, electromagnetic induction and alternating current, optics, dual nature of matter and radiations, atomic nucleus, solids and semiconductor devices |
| Chemistry | Basic concepts and atomic structure, bonding and molecular structure, states of matter, periodic properties of elements and hydrogen, thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, solutions, redox reactions and electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, surface chemistry, stereochemistry, Organic Chemistry, basic principles, purification, and characterization of organic compounds, hydrocarbons, organic reaction mechanism, polymers and biomolecules, environmental chemistry and chemistry in everyday life. |
GUJCET 2023 Preparation
Candidates appearing in GUJCET 2023 should ensure that they prepare well for each subject depending on the course they wish to take admission in. Some of the important points that candidates should consider while preparing for GUJCET 2023 are:
- Study the basic topics - As GUJCET 2023 Syllabus is based on Class 12th NCERT Syllabus, candidates should ensure that before they start in-depth preparation for specific topics, revision of Class 12th subjects is essential. Candidates should know the basic principles behind each topic. as it will allow them to attempt difficult questions as well.
- Prepare a Study Plan- A study plan is essential before GUJCET 2023 Preparation. The study Plan should be prepared by considering GUJCET Syllabus, important topics, and strengths and weaknesses in terms of topics covered. Based on this analysis, allocation of time should be done
- Revision- Revision within regular intervals of time is essential. Due to the plethora of topics, candidates find it hard to retain the important topics. However revision will ensure that the candidates are able to retain the topics that they studied.
- Practice Previous Year Papers- Candidates should Practice GUJCET Previous Year Papers. This will help candidates in understanding the weightage of topics as well as the recurring topics asked in the exam.
GUJCET 2023 Books for Preparation
Some of the books that one can refer to for the preparation of GUJCET 2023 are tabulated below:
| Subjects | Books |
|---|---|
| Physics |
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| Chemistry |
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| Mathematics |
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GUJCET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
General Eligibility:
- Nationality: Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- Residence: Applicant must possess the domicile of Gujarat state.
- Appearing: Candidates appearing in the last semester of the qualifying exam will be eligible to apply.
Engineering Programme:
- Qualification: Passed 12th level from any recognized board with Physics and Mathematics subject securing minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
Pharmacy Programme:
- Qualification: Passed 12th level from any recognized board with Physics and Chemistry subject securing minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
Diploma Programme:
- Qualification: Passed 12th level from any recognized education board with Physics and Chemistry subjects.
GUJCET 2023 Application Form
GUJCET 2023 application process is conducted online at the official GSEB website gseb.org. No other modes of application are accepted for this purpose. An application fee is also usually involved which must be paid by the candidates for applying to appear in the GUJCET 2023 exam. Read on to find out more in this section.
How to apply for GUJCET 2023?
Submitting online applications for GUJCET 2023 is not a complex process. Candidates can refer to the simple steps provided below to apply online.
- Step 1: On the homepage of the website gujcet.gseb.org, click on the link for “New User Registration”.
- Step 2: Now the registration form opens and candidates must fill up the form by providing the correct information only.
- Step 3: Generate the Login ID and password by completing the registration process.
- Step 4: Click on the “Login” option on the home page and log in with the credentials generated.
- Step 5: At this step, complete the payment of the application fee of Rs 300. It can be paid through SBI Epay System using a credit/debit card or internet banking.
- Step 6: Fill up the application form correctly and upload the necessary scanned document images.
GUJCET 2023 Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. When will GUJCET 2023 be conducted?
Ans. Gujarat Secondary Education Board (GSEB) will conduct GUJCET 2023 on April 3, 2023. It is conducted annually to provide candidates admission to Engineering and Pharmacy programs.
Ques. Are foreign candidates allowed to apply for GUJCET?
Ans. No, only Indian Nationals can apply for GUJCET. Candidates must be residing in Gujarat or must have domicile status for Gujarat.
Ques. Can candidates use a calculator during GUJCET 2023 examination?
Ans. Candidates are only allowed to use simple calculators during GUJCET 2023 examination. Scientific calculators are not allowed.
Ques. How do I pay for the GUJCET 2023 Application Fee?
Ans. Candidates can pay GUJCET 2023 Application fee online mode. The payment of INR 300 will be done through SBI Epay System (credit card/debit card/net banking) or from any SBI branch of the country through SBI Epay.
Ques. What is the division of reservations for GUJCET 2023?
Ans. Only candidates who have obtained the reservation certificate will be able to attain GUJCET 2023 reservation. The division is as follows:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, including widows and orphans of any caste | 27% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 15% |
| Unreserved Economically Weaker Sections | 10% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 7% |
| Physically Disabled Category | 5% |
| Children of Defence Personnel and Ex-Servicemen | 1% |
Ques. In which mode is GUJCET admit card released?
Ans. Candidates can access the admit card in both online and offline mode. Read the above article to know the detailed procedure to download GUJCET admit card 2023.
Ques. What details are mentioned on GUJCET 2023 admit card?
Ans. GUJCET 2023 Admit Card contains details like the candidate’s name, father name, roll number, exam date, time, center address, etc will be mentioned on it.
Ques. Do I have to carry any other document along with the GUJCET 2023 Admit Card?
Ans. Yes, along with GUJCET 2023 admit card, candidates will have to carry student IDs. However, candidates who will be belonging to other boards will have to show their class 12 admit card.
Ques. What if I forgot to carry my hall ticket to GUJCET 2023 exam center?
Ans. You must note that candidates who fail to carry their UJCET 2023 admit card to the exam center will not be allowed to appear for the examination.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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