GUJCET 2026 Notification Expected Soon at gujcet.net: Check Who Can Apply

GUJCET is a state-level entrance exam conducted annually by GSEB for admission to Engineering and Pharmacy courses in Gujarat. It serves as a gateway for students seeking admission to top institutes across the state.

GUJCET 2026 notification is likely to be released by the end of October on official website, gujcet.net. Candidates can check important dates and eligibility details once the official brochure is available. It will include dates, eligibility criteria, registration guidelines and other important details of GUJCET exam. Once released, applicants should review the details carefully and complete the application process within given timeline to avoid last-minute issues.

GSEB conducts GUJCET exam annually, usually in March, through offline mode across multiple cities in Gujarat. In 2025, around 1.2 lakh students appeared for the test.

All registered candidates will receive GUJCET 2026 admit card before the exam. However, the official GUJCET 2026 exam date is yet to be announced by the authorities.

What is GUJCET Eligibility Criteria?

Before applying for GUJCET 2026, candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements set by GSEB. Applications that do not meet the criteria will be rejected.

GUJCET 2026 eligibility criteria are as follows:

• The applicant must be an Indian citizen and possess a domicile of Gujarat.
• Candidates must have passed class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
• For Engineering courses, candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects.
• For Pharmacy courses, candidates should have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics.
• A minimum of 45% marks in class 12 is required for General category candidates and 40% for Reserved categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the exam pattern of GUJCET previous year paper? +

Ans: GUJCET previous year paper consisted of a total of 120 multiple-choice questions, divided equally among Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with 40 questions from each subject. The exam duration was 3 hours. Each question carried 1 mark, making the total score 120 marks. For every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks were deducted as part of the negative marking scheme.

What are the new changes introduced in GUJCET exam? +

Ans: According to the latest updates from Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, two key changes were introduced in GUJCET exam:

• Merit List Criteria: In addition to Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, marks obtained in other class 12 subjects will also be considered while preparing GUJCET merit list.
• Seat Allocation: For government engineering colleges, 5% of the total seats will now be filled through JEE Main 2026 scores, while the remaining 95% of seats will continue to be filled through GUJCET 2026 scores.

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