GUJCET 2020

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GUJCET 2020

What is GUJCET?

GUJCET (Gujarat Common Entrance Test) is an annual entrance exam for candidates seeking admission into Engineering and pharmacy courses. The exam is overseen by the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB). However, the admission and the counselling process is undertaken by the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC).

GUJCET Results

GUJCET 2020 Overview

Gujarat Common Entrance Test 2020
Frequency Annual Exam
GUJCET exam dates Aug 24, 2020
Mode of examination Offline mode
Duration of examination 180 Minutes
Official website http://gujcet.gseb.org/
Number of colleges accepting GUJCET ~38
Courses Engineering and Pharmaceutical Courses
Subject Physics, Chemistry and Maths/Biology
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions
Total Number of Questions 120

GUJCET Eligibility Criteria

Candidates have to ensure that they fulfil the following criteria to be deemed eligible:

  • Candidates should be Indian citizens.
  • Candidates must be domiciled in Gujarat (IF claiming reservation).
  • The candidate’s age must not be less than 17 years.
  • Candidates must have cleared their class 12 exam from a recognized board.
  • Candidates that are appearing for their class 12 exams are also eligible to apply.
  • Candidates must have secured at least 45% marks (40% in case of reserved categories) in their class 12 exams or equivalent.

GUJCET Application Form

GUJCET 2020 admission process starts with the application form, which can be accessed from the GUJCET official website: http://gujcet.gseb.org/. Candidates will be required to fill in relevant details and upload prescribed documents on the portal.

GUJCET Application Fee

Application fee for GUJCET is the same for all candidates (Reserved, Unreserved and PWD candidates)

Step 1: Candidates should obtain a DD of Rs. 300 in favour of “Secretary, Gujarat Common Entrance Test Cell, Gandhinagar”. After depositing the application fee in the designated help centres, candidates will be provided with a User ID.

Step 2: Log in with the given User ID and register for the examination after providing name, phone number, and email-id.

Step 3: Fill in the required fields on the application form.

Step 4: Candidates should now upload a scanned photocopy of their signature and photograph according to the dimensions mentioned in the website.

Step 5: Submit and take a printout for future reference.

GUJCET Selection Process

After candidates have appeared for the GUJCET exam, they will be allocated a rank according to the marks they have secured. Based on these marks, candidates can choose their desired course and institution in the counselling process (Seat availability subject to rank secured and reservation status of the candidates).

GUJCET – Important Documents

Candidates are requested to ensure that they possess hard and soft copies of the following documents during the application process

  • Class 10 marks card
  • Class 12 marks card
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile certificate ((if claiming reservation)
  • Family income certificate

GUJCET Admit Card – Download Procedure

  • Visit the GSHSEB Board official website at http://www.gsebeservice.com/.
  • Click on the tab titled “GUJCET Hall Ticket”. (Please note: The link will be made available a few weeks prior to the commencement of the exam.)
  • Select one of the two modes of accessing the hall ticket – “Name and Captcha” or “Application Number.”
  • Click “Search”, the hall ticket will be presented before the candidate.
  • To save it for print or offline viewing, right-click on the hall ticket and select the “save as” option. Select the format as PDF and then click “save.” The admit card will now be available on the candidate’s local machine.

Important Instructions for Exam: Candidates are requested to carry the GUJCET admit card along with a photocopy of any ID proof to the examination hall. (Either a voter card, PAN card, Aadhar card, passport or driving licence)

GUJCET Syllabus

GUJCET syllabus comprises three core subjects – Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology. The syllabus is derived from the GSEB Board’s HSC level. Given below is an overview of all the topics for the exam.

Mathematics
Matrices 3-dimensional Co-ordinate Geometry
Permutation And Combination Algebra
Statistics And Probability Application Of Calculus
Theory Of Calculus Coordinate Geometry
Trigonometry Logarithms
Physics
Atomic Nucleus Laws Of Motion
Current Electricity Magnetic Effect Of Current And Magnetism
Description Of Motion In One Dimension Mechanics Of Solids And Fluids
Description Of Motion In Two And Three Dimensions Motion Of System Of Particles And Rigid Body Rotation
Dual Nature Of Matter And Radiations Optics
Electromagnetic Induction And Alternating Current Oscillations
Electrostatics Solids And Semiconductor Devices
Energy And Power Waves
Gravitation Work
Heat And Thermodynamics Introduction And Measurement
Chemistry
Periodic Properties Of Elements And Hydrogen Basic Concepts And Atomic Structure
Polymers And Biomolecules Basic Principles
Purification And Characterization Of Organic Compounds Bonding And Molecular Structure
Redox Reactions And Electrochemistry Chemical Equilibrium
Solutions Chemical Kinetics
States Of Matter Environmental Chemistry And Chemistry In Everyday Life.
Stereochemistry Hydrocarbons
Surface Chemistry Organic Chemistry
Thermodynamics Organic Reaction Mechanism
Biology
Photosynthesis Circulation In Animals
Respiration Growth And Regeneration
Mineral Nutrition Reproduction
Growth And Development In Plants Nervous System
Human Endocrine System Food Production
Digestive System Organisms And Their Environment
Immunity And Human Health Biodiversity
Population Natural Resources

GUJCET Exam Marking Scheme

The marks awarded for each question is as follows:

B.Tech

  • 1 mark is awarded for every correct response
  • – 0.25 mark is deducted for every incorrect response

B.Pharma

  • 1 mark is awarded for every correct response
  • – 0.25 mark is deducted for every incorrect response
Exam Marking Scheme
Subjects Number of Questions Maximum Marks
Physics 40 40
Chemistry 40 40
Mathematics/ Biology 40 40
Total 120 120

GUJCET Question Papers

The 2020 GUJCET Question papers with detailed solutions will be uploaded soon.

Frequently Asked Questions on GUJCET

Q1

What is GUJCET?

GUJCET is an annual entrance exam for candidates seeking admission into Engineering and Pharmacy courses in the state of Gujarat.

Q2

How to register for GUJCET?

Candidates can register for GUJCET 2020 through the application form, which can be accessed from the GUJCET official website: http://gujcet.gseb.org/.

Q3

When is the date of the GUJCET exam?

Initially the exam was scheduled to be held on March 31, 2020. Later has been rescheduled on 24th August 2020.

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