GUJCET 2024 Exam Date Rescheduled
The Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET) 2024, an essential exam for science stream students aiming for admission in engineering and pharmacy courses in Gujarat, has experienced a significant change in its schedule. Initially planned for April 2, 2024, the exam date has been rescheduled to March 31, 2024, by the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB). This alteration was made to prevent a clash with the CBSE Board Exam 2024, which is set to commence on April 2.
Exam Overview
- Exam Name: Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET)
- Conducting Authority: Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB)
- Exam Date (Rescheduled): March 31, 2024
- Purpose: Admission to engineering and pharmacy courses for science stream students
- Syllabus: Based on NCERT Class 12 physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology textbooks
- Exam Pattern: The exam spans three hours, with 60 minutes allocated for each of the three sections, each comprising 40 questions. The scoring system awards one mark for each correct answer and deducts 0.25 marks for each incorrect one. The exam is conducted in three languages: English, Hindi, and Gujarati.
Registration and Eligibility
- Registration Opens: February 2024
- Registration Closes: March 2024
- Admit Card Release: March 2024
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Age Limit: No age limit.
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/ Biology/ Computer/ Vocational Subjects, securing at least 45% (40% for reserved categories).
- Domicile Requirement: Must be a Gujarat resident by birth, have passed 10+2 in a school in Gujarat, or have parents who are Gujarat residents.
Application Process
- Website for Application: gseb.org
- Application Fee: ₹300
Steps for Application:
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- Registration: Using email ID and mobile number, create a password for future login.
- Payment of Fee: Pay the registration fees online.
- Form Filling: Enter personal and educational details and upload required documents.
- Final Submission: Preview and submit the application form.
Exam Date and Other Key Dates
- GUJCET 2024 Exam Date: March 31, 2024
- Application Form Release: February 2024
- Application Form Submission Deadline: March 2024
- Admit Card Release: March 2024
- Answer Key and Result Date: To be notified
- Counselling Start Date: To be notified.
key details GUJCET 2024 Exam Date Rescheduled
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET) |
| Conducting Authority | Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) |
| Rescheduled Exam Date | March 31, 2024 |
| Original Exam Date | April 2, 2024 |
| Registration Opens | February 2024 |
| Registration Closes | March 2024 |
| Admit Card Release | March 2024 |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
| Exam Language | English, Hindi, Gujarati |
| Application Fee | ₹300 |
| Eligibility Criteria | Indian citizenship, no age limit, specific educational qualifications, domicile requirements |
| Website for Application | gseb.org |
The rescheduling of GUJCET 2024 to March 31, 2024, demonstrates the GSHSEB’s commitment to ensuring that students face no conflicts with other major exams like the CBSE board exams. Aspirants should now adjust their preparation schedules accordingly, taking note of the key dates and eligibility criteria. The registration process is clear and straightforward, and the exam structure is designed to assess the comprehensive understanding of subjects crucial for future studies in engineering and pharmacy. This adjustment in the exam schedule is a crucial update for all stakeholders, including students, school principals, guardians, and educational institutions.