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    GUJCET Exam 2026: Answer Key (Out), Result Date, Cutoff, Merit List, Process

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    Team Careers360Updated on Apr 09, 2026 02:08 PM

    About GUJCET 2026

    GUJCET 2026— GSEB will soon release the final GUJCET 2026 answer key in April 2026. Candidates will be able to download the GUJCET 2026 final answer key link on the official website, gseb.org. without any login credentials. The GUJCET 2026 result will be announced in May 2026. To download the result for GUJCET 2026, candidates will need their hall ticket number. After the result, the authority will conduct the GUJCET 2026 counselling process online on the ACPC's.  The GUJCET 2026 provisional answer key on April 4, 2026. 

    Students could raise objections to the GUJCET 2026 answer key untill April 8, 2026. The authority held the GUJCET 2026 exam on March 29, for physics, chemistry, biology and maths papers. Students found the GUJCET exam to be mostly easy, with Chemistry being moderate to tough. The GUJCET 2026 exam was held in offline mode. Aspirants can check the unofficial  GUJCET answer key published by the coaching institutes and calculate probable marks. All aspirants had to bring the GUJCET 2026 admit card to the test centre. 

    The authority released the hall ticket on March 17, 2026 at gsebservice. To download the GUJCET 2026 admit card, candidates need to enter their credentials, like their registered email ID or mobile number and date of birth. Candidates had to check the GUJCT 2026 eligibility criteria before applying. The GUJCET 2026 application form without a late fee concluded on January 6, 2026. Find more details on GUJCET 2026 below. 

    What is the GUJCET Exam?

    The Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET) 2026 is a state-level exam held annually in offline mode. Students seeking admission to professional degree courses like Bachelor of Engineering and Technology (B.Tech.) and Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) can take this test. The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) is the exam-conducting authority. Its official website is gseb.org.

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    GUJCET Exam 2026: Answer Key (Out), Result Date, Cutoff, Merit List, Process
    GUJCET Exam 2026: Answer Key (Out), Result Date, Cutoff, Merit List, Process

    GUJCET 2026 Highlights

    Full Exam Name
    Gujarat Common Entrance Test
    Short Exam Name
    GUJCET
    Conducting Body
    Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board
    Frequency Of Conduct
    Once a year
    Exam Level
    State Level Exam
    Languages
    English +2 more
    Mode Of Application
    online
    Application Fee
    Online : 350
    Mode Of Exam
    offline
    Mode Of Counselling
    offline
    Participating Colleges
    203
    Exam Duration
    3 Hours

    GUJCET Important Dates

    GUJCET Gujarat Common Entrance Test (session 2026)

    The authority has issued the GUJCET 2026 admit card on March 17, 2026. Candidates who have submitted the Gujarat application form will be able to download the admit card through login. The GUJCET 2026 admit card can be accessed using the registered mobile number/email ID and date of birth/application number. It is mandatory to carry the GUJCET hall ticket 2026 along with a valid ID proof. In case of any discrepancy in the hall ticket of GUJCET, candidates must contact the exam authority a few days before the exam. The steps to download the GUJCET admit card 2026 are given below.

    How to download GUJCET admit card 2026?

    • Visit the GUJCET official website - gseb.org.

    • Click on the direct link to download hall ticket for GUJCET 2026.

    • Enter registered mobile number/email id and date of birth/application number in the required fields.

    • Check all the details mentioned in the admit card.

    • Download GUJCET 2026 admit card for future reference. 

    Candidates must check that details mentioned on the GUJCET admit card is correct and legible.

    GUJCET admit card download window

    If candidates forget the registered mobile number or email ID, they can click on the option given on the download window and Enter details like last name, middle name and first name to access the GUjCET login portal.

    Helpline for GUJCET 2026 hall ticket: 8401282014, 8401292014, 8485992014

    Details mentioned in GUJCET admit card 2026

    The following details will be mentioned in the admit card of GUJCET 2026-

    • Candidate’s name, father’s name

    • Roll number

    • Exam date

    • Exam time slot

    • Exam Centre address

    • Seat number

    • Medium

    • Photograph

    • Signature

    • Other important details

    B.Tech

    GSEB has released the GUJCET eligibility criteria on the official website. Applicants filling the GUJCET application form 2026 must check the eligibility criteria.  It comprises nationality, academic qualification, qualifying marks and others. In case a candidate doesn’t meet the eligibility criteria of GUJCET 2026, but qualifies in the entrance exam, the candidate will still be disqualified from the admission process. The eligibility criteria will be provided separately for BTech and BPharma courses. For more details, candidates can check the information below.

    GUJCET B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

    • Nationality: Indian nationals are eligible to appear in the exam.

    • State Eligibility: The candidate needs to be a bona-fide resident of Gujarat. In such cases where the candidate is a bona-fide resident but is residing in another, the candidate is eligible to appear in the admission process.

    • Academic Qualification: The candidates must have passed the 10+2 (or equivalent) exam from Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, Gandhinagar/CBSE Delhi/CISCE New Delhi/NIOS/International School Board. Candidates who are appearing in their final exam in 2020 are also eligible.

    • Qualifying Marks: Minimum required aggregate score in 45% marks (reserved category candidates need 40% marks).

    B.Pharma

    GUJCET B.Pharma Eligibility Criteria

    • Nationality – Indian citizens are eligible.

    • State Eligibility – The candidate must be a resident of Gujarat. If the candidate is a bona-fide resident but is residing in another, in such cases also the candidate is eligible to appear in the exam.

    • Academic Qualification – The candidates must have passed the 10+2 (or equivalent) exam from Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, Gandhinagar/CBSE Delhi/CISCE New Delhi/NIOS/International School Board. Candidates who are appearing in their final exam in 2020 are also eligible. The candidate must have studied Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with any one of Maths or Biology.

    • Qualifying Marks – Minimum required aggregate score in 45% marks ( reserved category candidates need 40% marks).

    Background wave

    The authority concluded the GUJCET 2026 registration with a late fee on January 16, 2026. Candidates had to pay a late fee of Rs 1000 while applying during the late fee window. The  GUJCET 2026 registration last date without a late fee was January 6, 2026, on the official website, gujcet.gseb.org. Candidates had to fulfil the eligibility criteria to register for the GUJCET exam. The application process includes registration, fee payment, document upload and final form submission. Refer to the following process for more information.

    Steps to fill GUJCET 2026 Application Form

    The step-wise process to fill out the application form for GUJCET 2026 is given below for reference:

    • Exam registration- Provide basic details like name, mobile number email ID to register. The candidate login portal will be activated which must be used for all further processes.

    • Fee payment- Candidates must pay the GUJCET 2026 application fee in online mode.  The payment of Rs. 350 will be allowed through the SBI Epay System (credit card/debit card/net banking) or from any SBI branch of the Country through the SBI Epay Option of “SBI Branch Payment.” 

    • Filling out the application Form - Enter personal, academic, and contact details while filling out the GUJCET application form 2026

    • Uploading of documents - The scanned photograph and signature of the candidate must be uploaded in the prescribed format.

    Specifications for uploading Photograph and Signature

    Document

    Size

    Format

    Dimension

    Photograph

    5 KB to 50 KB

    JPG

    120 X 120 pixels

    Signature

    5 KB to 50 KB

    JPG

    120 X 120 pixels

    • Final submission - Check the details carefully and submit the GUJCET 2026 application form. An application number will be generated after submission of the application form.

    Applicants got an opportunity to correct the details provided while registering for the exam. GSEB conducted the GUJCET application form correction facility in online mode. Moreover, candidates were be able to send their request to change details in the application form by post or by visiting the GUJCET cell, Gandhinagar with the necessary documents in person.

    Postal Address (For application form correction request)
    GUJCET CELL
    Deputy Director (Science Stream)
    Gujarat Secondary & Higher Secondary Education Board
    Sector‐10 B, Nr. Old Sachivalaya,
    Gandhinagar‐382010

    GUJCET Sample Papers

    Get ready for GUJCET with our latest sample paper. Practice smart and strengthen your preparation effectively.

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    Documents Required at Exam GUJCET 2026

    Gujarat Common Entrance Test 2026

    Admit card

    GUJCET 2026 Exam Centers

    StateCity
    Gujarat
    Ahmedabad
    Amreli
    Bhuj
    Nadiad
    Jamnagar
    Junagadh
    Ahwa
    Godhra
    Palanpur
    Bharuch
    Bhavnagar
    Mehsana
    Rajkot
    Vadodara
    Valsad
    Himmatnagar
    Surat
    Surendranagar
    Anand
    Patan
    Navsari
    Dahod
    Porbandar
    Rajpipla
    Gandhinagar
    Vyara
    Lunavada
    Chhota Udaipur
    Botad
    Morbi
    Veraval
    Modasa
    Khambhalia
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    B.Tech

    The exam authority has released the exam pattern of the Gujarat CET in the official notification. Applicants appearing for the exam must refer to the exam pattern before starting their preparations. GUJCET exam pattern 2026 comprises marking scheme, duration of exam, number of questions, the language of the paper and others. Along with the exam pattern, applicants can also refer to the GUJCET syllabus for their preparations. Applicants can refer to the below mentioned table for more details about the GUJCET exam pattern. 

    GUJCET B.Tech Exam Pattern

    Particular

    Details

    Exam Mode

    Offline (Pen and Paper Based)

    Duration of Exam

    3 hours

    Paper I (Physics & Chemistry) -120 minutes

    Paper II ( Mathematics) - 60 minutes

    Language exam is conducted in

    English, Hindi and Gujarat

    Sections

    There are 2 sections in GUJCET 2025-

    • Physics & Chemistry

    • Mathematics

    Number of Questions

    Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics will each have 40 Questions.

    Total questions - 120

    Marking Scheme


    Each correct response will carry 1 mark.

    Negative marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for an incorrect attempt


    B.Pharma

    GUJCET B.Pharma Exam Pattern

    Particular

    Details

    Exam Mode

    Offline (Pen and Paper Based)

    Duration of Exam

    3 hours

    Language exam is conducted in

    English, Hindi and Gujarat

    Sections

    • Physics & Chemistry

    • Mathematics/Biology

    Number of Questions

    Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology will each have 40 Questions.

    Total questions = 120

    Marking Scheme


    Each correct response will carry 1 mark.

    Negative marking : 0.25 marks will be deducted for an incorrect attempt

    GUJCET 2026 Syllabus

    GUJCET B.Tech Syllabus
    GUJCET B.Pharma Syllabus
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    Aspirants can check the preparation tips to score good marks in GUJCET 2026. It is advised to start their preparation at least 6 months before the test. Here are some crucial Gujarat CET preparation tips-

    • Exam Pattern and Syllabus- Understand the exam pattern and syllabus of GUJCET 2026 beforehand to know about the topics asked and their marking scheme. It will help to plan the exam strategy.
    • Study plan - Once the exam pattern and syllabus are known, students must prepare a good study plan according to their strengths and weaknesses. It is important to stick to this timetable for effective preparation.
    • Books- Class 11th and 12th books can be used as starter material for GUJCET exam preparation. However, candidates should refer to the best books for GUJCET 2026.
    • Revision- It is the most important step. Students should revise the topics regularly to avoid missing out on any key points. As it is said revision is the key; it must not be left.
    • GUJCET Sample Papers and mock tests- Practicing using the sample papers and mock test will determine the level of preparation. It is because by solving sample papers of GUJCET and taking mock tests, the candidate will be able to understand concepts better, going beyond simple rote learning. It would also help the candidate strengthen problem-solving skills, and help identify weak areas and develop time management skills. 

    In case the candidate is not able to get sample papers of GUJCET 2026, they may use sample papers of JEE Main or Advanced, which are more easily available. Considering JEE Main sample papers include more advanced types of questions, if the candidate does enough practice, the GUJCET exam will feel like a breeze!

    GSEB has concluded the GUJCET 2026 answer key challenge window on April 8, 2026. The provisional GUJCET 2026 answer key was released on April 4, 2026 on the official website. Candidates could raise objections to the answer key of GUJCET through email with supporting documents and e-challan receipt of Rs 500 per question. By comparing the official answers, students can calculate the total number of questions correctly attempted and consequently the probable score. Applicants have to follow the marking scheme prescribed by GSEB while using the GUJCET 2026 answer key. The probable score can be used by the candidate to assess his/her chances of admission without having to wait for results. 

    Steps to download GUJCET 2026 Answer Key

    • Visit the GUJCET official website.

    • Click on the “Answer Key” link from the homepage.

    • GUJCET answer key 2026 PDF will be displayed on the screen.

    • Download the answer key and calculate probable scores in the exam.

    GUJCET 2026 Provisional Answer Key 

    GUJCET answer key 2026 (provisional)

    GUJCET 2025 Provisional Answer Key 

    GUJCET answer key 2025 (provisional)

    GUJCET 2024 Provisional Answer Key

    GUJCET 2024 Provisional Answer Key PDF

    GUJCET 2023 Answer Key

    Applicants who appeared for the Gujarat CET exam can check their GUJCET 2026 results at gseb.org. Candidates will be required to enter their six-digit seat number to view their GUJCET results 2026. To get an OMR sheet xerox copy, candidates must apply on the official website within the time given. The steps to check the GUJCET result are given below. 

    How to check GUJCET result 2026?

    • Visit the GUJCET official website.

    • Click on the direct link to check the GUJCET result.

    • Enter the six-digit seat number in the required field.

    • Check all the details mentioned in the GUJCET result.

    • Download the result and scorecard for future reference.

    ACPC prepared the merit list of GUJCET 2026 in order to shortlist the candidates for the counselling process. The final GUJCET merit list hes been prepared by giving 60% weightage to the 10+2th (or equivalent) percentile and 40% weightage to the GUJCET percentile. Candidates who are ranked high in the GUJCET merit list 2026 will be called first for counselling and thus stand a better chance of getting their preferred seat.

    The GUJCET cutoff 2026 will be released on the official website. The authority also published the list of GUJCET participating institutes in the counselling brochure. These colleges determine the course-wise cutoffs of GUJCET 2026 for admission to various B.Tech/B.E programmes. GUJCET 2026 cutoff is category- and branch-specific, which is generally the minimum marks below which admission is not offered. 

    So, candidates need to score equal to or higher than the GUJCET cutoff 2026 for the specific institute and branch. Considering the cutoffs are prepared based on parameters like the number of sanctioned seats, applications received for admission, and the reputation of the institute, they tend to vary from one another.

    ACPC will announce the GUJCET 2026 counselling dates on the official website, acpc.gujarat.gov.in. The GUJCET 2026 counselling registration window will be activated after that. Candidates who qualified for the GUJCET entrance test had to register for the counselling process based on the GUJCET seat matrix and provisional merit list. The authority has released the GUJCET 2026marks vs percentile on the official website.

    GUJCET 2026 Seat Allotment

    ACPC will announce the GUJCET 2026 seat allotment in three rounds. The authority will also publish the mock round GUJCET seat allotment online. Selected candidates will have to pay the partial tuition fee and download the allotment letter. The candidate who will be allotted a seat will be able to choose the option to freeze (accept) the seat or opt for upgrading. If the seats remain vacant after students withdraw, additional spot/institute-level separate counselling will also be conducted. The counselling process is then followed by admission formalities for shortlisted candidates and payment of the GUJCET course fee.

    Previous Year’s GUJCET Seat Matrix

    Candidates can check the previous year's GUJCET seat matrix from the following tables:

    GUJCET Seat Matrix

    Documents Required at GUJCET 2026 counselling

    Gujarat Common Entrance Test 2026

    SSC examination (class 10) marksheet
    HSC examination (class 12) marksheet
    GUJCET marksheet
    School leaving or transfer certificate
    Caste certificate (if admission is sought under reserved category)
    Non creamy layer (NCL) certificate (if applied for OBC category)
    Physical disability certificate issued by civil surgeon/competent medical authority by PwD candidates
    Photograph of candidate for other state/other than Gujarat secondary and higher secondary school examination board
    Certificate of ex-serviceman, duly issued by the Director, sainik welfare board, Gujarat state or by the district sainik welfare officer
    A copy of certificate of in-serviceman duly issued by the commanding officer of the respective unit in which he is serving
    Valid income certificate

    General Information

    Contact Number:

    18002335500

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the GUJCET 2026 result be released?
    A:

    The GUJCET 2026 result will be released online. 

    Q: When will the authority release GUJCET 2026 admit card?
    A:

    GSEB has issued the GUJCET hall ticket on March 17, 2026. 

    Q: How many students appeared for GUJCET exam 2025?
    A:

    1,26,281 students have appeared for the GUJCET 2025 exam.

    Q: What is the duration of GUJCET exam 2026?
    A:

    The exam was conducted for a duration of 3 hours with first 2 hours dedicated to paper 1 and last hour for paper 2.

    Q: When will GUJCET 2026 exam be held?
    A:

    The GUJCET 2026 exam was conducted on March 29, 2026.

    Q: Can a non-Indian/ foreign national apply for GUJCET 2026?
    A:

    No, the GUJCET eligibility criteria only allow Indian citizens to appear for GUJCET exam. The detailed GUJCET eligibility criteria 2026 will be out soon. 

    Q: What is GUJCET exam held for?
    A:

    GUJCET 2026 entrance exam is a state-level engineering entrance exam. It is conducted as a screening exam for admissions into undergraduate engineering in Gujarat. B.Pharm aspirants can also take this exam. 

    Q: Can non-state candidates also participate in GUJCET?
    A:

    Yes, candidates belonging to other states are also eligible for GUJCET 2026. However, to meet the reservation, they have to belong to the state of Gujarat.

    Q: What are the qualifying marks for appearing in GUJCET 2026?
    A:

    Candidates must have passed class 12 with PCM or PCB and a minimum of 45% marks. 

    Q: What credentials are required to access the GUJCET 2026 result?
    A:

    Candidates will be required to enter their 6-digit seat number to check the GUJCET result 2026.

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