GCET 2023: Application Form (Out), Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus, Result & Cutoff

As per GCET 2023 Eligibility Criteria, Candidates who want to apply for the exam must have passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examinations from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate. GCET 2023 question paper will have MCQ-type questions. 1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer. Questions asked in GCET will be based on the higher secondary and secondary levels. Check GCET 2023 Exam Pattern

Candidates must study the topics covered in their Class XI and XII for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology as the questions asked in the GCET 2023 exam will be based on these topics. Check GCET 2023 Syllabus

What is GCET?

GCET 2023 is a state-level entrance exam that is conducted for various professional degree programs by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa. The admission will be offered based on marks obtained in the entrance exam. Candidates will be able to get admission in the state government/aided engineering colleges of Goa state. NEET Qualified candidates will get admission to MBBS, BDS, BHMS (Homeopathy), BAMS (Ayurveda), Allied Health Science (Paramedical), and B.Sc. in nursing courses.

Candidates must read the below-given article to know more about GCET 2023 eligibility criteria, application form, pattern, syllabus, and much more. etc.

GCET 2023 Exam Dates

GCET Exam Events	Dates
Official Notification of GCET 2023	April 2023
Application Form releases	April 10, 2023
Last date to submit application	April 20, 2023
GCET 2023 Exam Date (Physics)	May 13 – 14, 2023
GCET 2023 Exam Date (Chemistry)	May 13 – 14, 2023
GCET 2023 Exam Date (Mathematics)	May 13 – 14, 2023
Result declaration	2^nd week of June 2023
Counselling process	August 2023

GCET Eligibility

GCET 2023 Highlights

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Goa Common Entrance Test (GCET)
Conducting Body	Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa
Official Website	dte.goa.gov.in
Exam Type	State Level Examination
Mode of Application	Offline
Exam Mode	Pen and Paper Based
Duration	2 hours for each (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
Number of Seats	1300 approx
Scorecard validity	1 year
Application Fee	INR 2000
Reservation of Seats	As per Government of Goa Regulations

GCET 2023 Eligibility

Candidates who have already passed/have appeared, or are appearing at HSSC (Std. 12^th Science) or equivalent examination, before the start of the academic session, are eligible to appear for GCET 2023. Candidates seeking admissions only to Pharmacy Course need not appear in Mathematics.

Courses	Eligibility Requirements
Engineering Courses	Candidates must have pass 10 + 2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board. He/she should have Physics, Mathematics, and English as a mandatory subject and any one of following the additional subject in Chemistry/ Biotechnology/Biology/ Computer Science. Candidates must have scored at least 45% marks aggregate for the general group and 40% for SC/ST/PH candidates.
B. Arch.	Candidates must have passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examinations with Mathematics subject. They should have scored a minimum of 50% marks aggregate for the general group and 45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. Candidates should also qualify for the NATA exam.
BHMS and AHS	Candidates must have passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry & Biology subject. They must have secured at least 50% marks aggregate for the general group and 40% for SC/ST/PH candidates.
B. Sc. Nursing	Candidates must have passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English subject. He/she should have scored at least 45% marks aggregate for the general group and 40% marks for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
B. Pharma.	Candidates must have passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry, and English as a compulsory subject. Apart from the above subject, candidates should have an additional subject in Mathematics, Biotechnology, Biology, and Computer Science.

GCET Result

GCET 2023 Reservation Criteria

Category	Reservation (%)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	2%
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	12%
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	27%
Physically Handicapped (PH)	3%
Freedom Fighter (FF)	1%
Central & State Personnel	3%
Ex-Defence Service Personnel	1%
GN (Grandparent/Parent from Goa)	2%
NRI	Up to 5%
Kashmiri Migrant	On the supernumerary basis for AICTE courses

GCET 2023 Application Form

GCET 2023 application forms have to be filled in online and offline mode. GCET 2023 Application Form consists of the following forms:

Form A: For admission to GCET based professional degree courses in Engineering & Pharmacy 2023-23.
Form B: For admission to NEET-based professional degree courses in MBBS /BDS/AHS/ BHMS /BAMS/ Nursing 2023-23.
Form C: For admission to B.Arch degree course 2023-23 based on NATA.

GCET 2023 Admit Card

GCET 2023 Admit card will be obtained from the admission committee. The admit card will be issued only to candidates in person. Candidates must produce ‘Photo Admit Cards’ for appearing in the test at the designated center.

The admit card will not be issued to those who have submitted incomplete application forms and/or documents.
Admit card will not be reissued if it is lost.
Admit card will consist of all the important details about the exam like dates & timing, candidate's name & roll number, venue for the exam.
Candidates must bring their original admit card on the day of the exam to the venue.
It is recommended to carry one Photo ID proof along with all the required documents.

GCET Counselling

GCET Reservation

GCET 2023 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Candidates should be conversant with GCET 2023 Exam Pattern. Check the following information in respect to that:

Mode of Exam	Offline \| Pen & paper-based.
Type of Questions	Objective type questions
Pattern	OMR
Number of Questions	75 MCQ-type questions.
Exam Duration	2 hours for each (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics)
Marking Scheme	+1 mark for the correct answer. There is no negative marking on the paper.

GCET Syllabus

GCET 2023 Syllabus

GCET 2023 Syllabus of the paper will be prepared on the basis of 10+2 level. The syllabus of the paper will include Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry. The whole question paper will only be asked from these subjects only. Read the syllabus below

Physics	Mathematics
Electrostatics and Current electricity	Relations and functions
Atoms and nuclei	Algebra
Magnetic effects of current and magnetism	Calculus
Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents	Vectors and three-dimensional geometry
Electromagnetic waves	Linear programming
Optics	Probability
Dual nature of matter and radiation	-
Electronic devices and Communication systems	-

Chemistry Syllabus
Solid state	Solutions
Electrochemistry	Chemical kinetics
Surface chemistry	General principles and processes of isolation of elements
P-block elements	D and F block elements
Coordination compounds	Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
Alcohols, phenols and ethers	Aldehydes, Ketones, and carboxylic acids
Organic compounds containing nitrogen	Bio-molecules
Polymers	-

GCET 2023 Cutoff

GCET 2023 Cutoff depends on many factors such as previous years' cut-off, number of applicants, overall performance. Some of the factors are mentioned below:

Number of Candidates who appeared in the exam
No of the candidates qualify for the exam
Level of difficulty of question paper
No. Of vacancy in the exam
Cutoff may also be sectional wise

GCET 2023 Result

GCET 2023 Result is available on the website of DTE Goa and on the Notice Board at DTE. No individual scorecard will be issued. Any change in schedule is notified in designated newspapers.

On the basis of marks scored by the students, the merit list will be prepared for providing admission.
There is no provision for revaluation/ marks verification.
Candidates can download the merit list from the website.

GCET 2023 Answer Key

GCET 2023 Answer Key will be released after the declaration of the result. Candidates can check the answer key on the official website.

Visit the official website of DTE Goa
Search the GCET 2023 answer key link
Click on GCET 2023 answer key link
Search your category, code and paper you want to check the answer keys
Match the questions and answers of your desired subject
Download the answer key and also take a printout for future reference

GCET Cut off

GCET 2023 Counselling Process

Step 1: Filling up of the GCET 2023 application form for counseling

Candidates must fill in the following details:

Reg No – Registration number of GCET 2023
GCET No –unique id provided to candidates
Category – The category of student
Name of Candidate
Gender
The contact number of the candidate provided at the time of registration
H.S.S.C details
GCET Marks

Note: They must have 2 recent photographs taken not earlier than 3 months from filling the application form. These are for the application forms.

The candidate must attach the following documents along with the application form:

Statement of marks/Certificate/provisional certificate of passing H.S.S.C
Certificate for reserved category
Certificate of residence
Documents for a relaxing period of residency
School/College leaving certificate
Date of birth certificate
Eligibility certificate from Goa University (for applicants other than Goa state board)
Income Certificate for a Tuition Fee waiver
Copy of GCET 2023 Admit Card
Acknowledgment Card with photo

Step 2: Attending the counseling in person

The candidates must attend the GCET 2023 counseling in person at the admission center at the Directorate of Technical Education, Porvorim according to the admission schedule
The candidates must attend the counseling with the acknowledgment card, original documents, and also the counseling fee.
Herein the candidates will be allowed to select a seat of their choice in the order of their merit number.
After the submission of the original documents and payment of the specified fees, the candidates must report within three days of the grant of admission.
The candidates must also obtain the acknowledgment of their admission.
They will be given provisional admission till they report to the allotted institute with the admission card and complete their admission formalities

Note: The acknowledgment card is proof of acceptance of the form B/B1 for counseling. The registration number must also be mentioned on the card. The admission card should be submitted to the institute before the stipulated time. This admission card will be issued to the candidates only if the original documents are received and the counseling fee is paid.

Documents required for GCET 2023 Counseling Verification

Caste/Category Certificate: Candidate must provide valid documents (if applicable)
Candidates will need the printout of the GCET Admit Card 2023
Candidates will need the GCET 2023 Acknowledgement Card with Photograph
10th standard mark sheet or certificate - 10th standard/equivalent examination marks card.
For age proof, a candidate needs to submit the 10th Admit Card/Pass Certificate issued by the Board/ Council.
12th standard Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate - 12th standard/equivalent examination marks card.
Candidates will need school leaving certificate
Candidate will need an eligibility certificate from Goa University

GCET 2023 Exam Centers

GCET 2023 will be held at the following test centers in the state of Goa. The code for center preferred should be correctly entered on the application form. Any request for a change in choice of papers and/or center selected/allotted shall not be entertained after the issue of the Admit Card.

Depending on the availability of accommodation at GCET test centers, The Admission Committee will allot the examination center. Allotment of Centre to applicants submitting forms (with late fees) will be done by the Admission Committee.

Exam Center	Code	Address
Tiswadi Kujira	10	Dhempe Higher Secondary School of Arts and Science
Panaji	11	Goa College of Pharmacy
Verna	12	Fr. Angel Multipurpose Higher Secondary School
Navelim	13	Rosary College/ Higher Secondary of Arts and Commerce
Vasco	14	Deep Vihar High School
Mapusa	15	Purushottam Walawalkar Higher Secondary School
Ponda I	16	A.J.D Almeida High School
Ponda (Farmagudi)	17	G. V. Ms. Smt. N. J Aguiar Higher Secondary School
Bicholim	18	Narayan Zantye College of Commerce
Curchorem	19	Smt. Chandrabhaga T. Naik Higher Secondary School
Porvorim	20	Vidya Prabhodini Higher Secondary School
Assagao	21	DM’s PVS Sarojini M. Kushe Higher Secondary School
Sanquelim	22	Govt. Higher Secondary School
Cuncolim	23	Maria Bambina Higher Secondary School
Dharbandora	24	BBSS Vishweshwar Shankar Laad Higher Secondary School

Important Instructions

Candidates will be required to be seated in the exam center at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the paper.
No candidate will be allowed to enter the test center after 30 minutes of commencement of the test.
No candidate will be permitted to leave the examination hall until the GCET will be completed and all the answer sheets will be collected by the invigilators.

Participating Colleges in GCET 2023

Goa Medical College
Goa Dental College & Hospital
Goa College of Engineering
Padre Conceicao College of Engineering
Shree Rayeshwar Institute of Engg. & Info Tech.
Don Bosco College of Engineering
Agnel Institute of Technology and Design
Goa College of Pharmacy
P.E. S.Rajaram & Tarabai Bandekar College of Pharmacy
Goa College of Architecture
Shri Kamaxidevi Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital
Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre
Institute of Nursing Education
Vrindavan Institute of Nursing Education, Colvale

GCET 2023 Preparation Tips

All the candidates must prepare a strategy to get rank in GCET 2023 exam. Below are some of the tricks and tips to help you prepare better. Have a look:

The candidates should go through the GCET Syllabus to stay updated with the types of questions they might be asked during the exam.
The GCET 2023 syllabus will be based on the class XII syllabus as prescribed by Directorate of Technical Education (DTE).
The candidates must study the topics covered in their Class XI and XII for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and Biology as the questions asked in the GCET 2023 exam will be based on these topics.
The exam pattern given above will also help students to understand what to expect in terms of the questions, marking scheme, time allotted to complete the paper etc.
Along with these tools, candidates will also benefit with the GCET Sample Papers 2023 to put their learning and study into practice.
It is rightly said that practice makes a person perfect therefore it is imperative that candidates answer the sample papers to know where they stand in their preparation for the GCET 2023 exam.

GCET FAQs

GCET 2023 Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. When can I get the application form for GCET 2023?

Ans. GCET application form will be available online at the official website www.dtegoa.gov.in. The form has to be downloaded from the online prospectus of GCET 2023.

Ques. Is GCET 2023 Application form available online?

Ans. Yes, GCET 2023 application form is available online. Take the printout of the application form present in the online prospectus. Fill the application form and submit it to the address mentioned in person.

Ques. What are the documents that needs to submitted alog with GCET 2023 Application Form?

Ans. Along with GCET 2023 Application Form, the candidates also need to send self-attested copies of the following documents:

3 passport size photographs, where the photograph should not be more than 3 months old.
Copy of SSCE passing certificate.
Copy of Class 12 passing certificate
Demand Draft for the application fee.

Ques. What is the validity of GCET 2023 Goa Scores?

Ans. GCET 2023 score is valid for only one year (till the admission process closes).

Ques. I am a Diploma holder, can I apply for GCET 2023?

Ans. Yes, Candidates

GCET 2025 : 4 Answered QuestionsView All

• Top Answer By Shruti Das on 12-Jan-2021

Ans. To get admission in GEC, you need to score marks above 70 in both mathematics and physics respectively. The cut off rank varies with branches and categories as well and the factors like competition, number of applications received, etc. also plays a big role in setting lower or higher cut off every year. But a good rank under 200 will definitely help you grab a confirmed seat in one of your favorite branches of engineering in GEC. That’s the case when you are from the general category, if you are from any reserved category then the cut off rank might be lower for you. Here’s the list of cut off ranks which you need to have to get your dream branch - Rank under 150-200 will surely get you a seat in any branch in the first round itself. A rank under 300 then you can apply for IT, ENE, ETC. Rank under 500 then you can go for civil branch. So with the help of the list given above you can easily set your target score and prepare yourself to get into your preferred branches like Mechanical, Computer science, Electrical and others. Read more

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• Top Answer By Angira Das on 12-Jan-2021

Ans. For getting admission in Padre Conceicao College of Engineering (PCCE) Goa, a GCET 600 Rank is enough. But making it to one of your dream branches will be tough for sure. There’s competition between candidates for getting admission in PCCE in their dream branches that are Mechanical and CE. The cut off rank for branches like Mechanical remains up to 350 in GCET, but you can go for branches like CE. You might not get in the first round but waiting till the second round will improve your chances to get in successfully. Mechanical and Computer Engineering are branches in which seats get filled soon due to high competition. But if you are comfortable with other branches, then don’t worry as you will get the admission for sure. The other way of getting admission is through management quota, but you need to pay a good amount of money for this. So it is suggested that you can try for a branch like CE till the second and third round and if you still can’t make it due to the high cut off then go for other branches. A rank under 300 is a good score if you want to get enrolled in your favorite branch, but as your rank is 600 then getting the dream branch is something not possible for you due to certain criteria followed by PCCE for aspiring engineering candidates. Read more

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• Top Answer By Priyadarshini Sen on 12-Jan-2021

Ans. For GCET (Goa Common Entrance Test) there’s nothing extra you need to do. The only section on which you need to focus is your board result and JEE Main score. Covering the whole syllabus of 12th and preparing for JEE main exams will help you secure a good score in GCET for sure. In order to qualify for GCET, you must score under 5000 to get admission for sure. But in case you’re targeting a branch like Mechanical, Computer Science then you need a higher rank somewhere under 200. Apart from this, you can apply for other branches with a lower rank as well. Follow tips and guidelines given by your mentors or seniors and do not attempt the questions in which you’re not fully sure. With the help of these simple tricks you can easily clear the GCET and get admission in any preferred branch. Read more

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• Top Answer By Deeksha Seth on 12-Jan-2021

Ans. One of my friends completed his engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering in 2017. As per his experience, the cut off range varies as per the branch you are opting for. If your rank is under 130 then getting your desired branch in GEC in the first round itself is easy. But if your rank is under 150-250, then it all depends on your luck and level of competition which branch you’ll get. So if you want to play safe then get the best score in GCET and grab the seat in one of your dream branches in GEC. For your help the list of cut off score (according to latest trends and competition) is mentioned below - If you have a rank under 80-100, you’ll surely get a seat in the CS branch in the first round itself. In a rank under 300 you can apply for every branch other than CS which is out of your reach with this rank. Try to get in Mechanical or Electrical branch as you might manage to get a seat in the second round. A rank under 700, will have you waiting till the third round and believe in your luck as it might get you a good branch. But with this rank you can still manage to get enrolled in other branches in GEC. It is suggested that you should not lose hope and have patience till the last round. If getting admission in GEC is your only goal then it is also possible for you to get a good branch with lower rank as well as in case if the number of seats per class has been increased keeping in mind the number of applications. Read more

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