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GUJCET 2023 Exam Pattern, Marking Scheme, Syllabus, Important Topics, Books
GUJCET exam pattern 2023 is released by GSHSEB, the question paper is divided into 3 different sections, which differed according to the requirements of the B.Tech and B.Pharma examination. There are 40 multiple-choice questions (MCQ) each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology subjects for the B.Pharma exam.
- 1 mark will be allotted for every correct answer, and 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer. A candidate could score a maximum of 120 marks in the exam.
- The B.Tech Examination included topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. GUJCET 2023 exam will be attempted in three languages namely, English, Hindi, and Gujarati.
- According to the board, the syllabus for Gujarat Common Entrance Test will be based on class 12 NCERT books. Candidates will be required to prepare for physics, chemistry, maths, and biology subjects. Questions in the exam are solely formed from the topics mentioned in the syllabus. Candidates will have to answer a total of 120 questions in the span of 3 hours. Candidates will not be required to prepare extra topics.
About GUJCET 2023 Exam? GSEB (Gujarat Secondary and Higher Education Board) conducts the state-level offline test GUJCET(Gujarat Common Entrance Test) for admission to B.E./B.Tech courses in 112 participating institutes. As per the latest reports, the Government of Gujarat is planning to change the marking pattern of GUJCET 2023 Exam by giving more weightage to GCET rather than class 12 results for admission into Engineering or Pharmacy courses.
GUJCET 2023 Exam Pattern
Candidates are required to fill in their desired mode of language during the application process. The exam pattern varied for candidates who will be planning to give the B.Tech examination and gain entry into an engineering college and those who will be planning to give the B.Pharma examination and gain entry into a pharmacy college. The GUJCET 2023 Exam Pattern Highlights are given in the table: -
| Particulars | B.Tech | B.Pharma |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen Paper Based) | Offline |
| Number of sections | 3 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) | 3 (Physics and Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology) |
| Number of Questions | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics will each have 40 questions. | Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics will each have 40 questions. |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Marks | 120 marks | 120 marks |
| Duration of Exam | 3 hours | 3 hours |
Paper 1 – Physics and Chemistry (120 Minutes) Paper 2 – Mathematics (120 Minutes) | ||
| Exam language | English, Hindi, and Gujarati | English, Hindi and Gujarati |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark for every correct answer and 0.25 marks for an incorrect answer | 1 mark for every correct answer and 0.25 for an incorrect answer. |
GUJCET 2023 Exam Pattern
GUJCET 2023 exam will consist of a total of 120 questions. The maximum marks of the examination will be 120 marks. Here is the subject-wise tabulation of a number of questions, subjects, and marks allotted to each subject. The subject-wise breakdown will follow.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 40 | 40 |
| Chemistry | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics/Biology | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 120 questions | 120 marks |
Marking Scheme
Every correct answer will be allotted one mark while 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks will be given or deducted for an unanswered question.
GUJCET 2023 Exam Syllabus
GUJCET comprised questions from the class 11th and 12th syllabus as approved by GSEB Board. The GSEB board will release the official GUJCET 2023 syllabus soon. Meanwhile, the topics enumerated below have been selected due to their saliency in previous year papers. The syllabus of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology are given below: -
Important Topics for Physics
| Important Topics | |
|---|---|
| Electric Charge & Electric Field | Electromagnetic waves |
| Electrostatic Potential & Capacitance | Ray Optics |
| Current Electricity | Wave Optics |
| Magnetic Effect of Electric Current | Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter |
| Magnetism and Matter | Atoms |
| Electromagnetic Induction | Nucleus |
| Alternating currents | Semiconductor Electronics |
| Communication System | - |
Important Topics for Chemistry
| Important Topics | |
|---|---|
| Biomolecules | Chemical Kinetics |
| Chemistry in Solid State | Surface Chemistry |
| Chemistry in Solutions | d and f-Block Elements |
| Electrochemistry | Complex Salts or Co-ordination Compound |
| General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements | Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids |
| P-Block Elements - II | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
| Halo Alkanes and Halo Arenes | Biomolecules |
| Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers | Polymers |
| Chemistry in Everyday Life | - |
Important Topics for Mathematics (Optional for B.Pharma)
| Important Topics | |
|---|---|
| Complex Numbers | Probability |
| Definite Integration | Sets |
| Indefinite Integration | Relations & Functions |
| Limit | Theory of Equations |
| Matrices Determinants | Three-Dimensional Geometry |
| Permutation & Combination | Vectors |
Important Topics for Biology (Optional for B.Pharma)
| Important Topics | |
|---|---|
| Plant Biology and Physiology | Genetics and Molecular basics of inheritance |
| Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration | Biology and Human Welfare |
| Reproduction in Organism | Biotechnology: Principles and Processes |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology-I | Ecology and Evolution |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology-II | - |
GUJCET 2023 Reference Books
GUJCET 2023 books that are available in the market comprise of subject wise detailed topics, previous year’s exam papers, model questions papers and important highlights for examination. Here is a list of books candidates can refer to prepare for the entrance exam.
| Subject | Book Name | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Physics/Chemistry/Biology | GUJ-CET 15 Practice Sets | Dr. Chandresh Agrawal |
| Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics | TEST SERIES GUJCET (PCM) in English | Devesh Bhardwaj |
| Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Mathematics | PAPERS FOR GUJCET/ JEE/NEET (in Gujarati) | Raj Prakashan |
| Physics/Chemistry/Biology | 15 Mock Tests & Solved Papers for Gujarat CET Medical Entrance | Arihant Experts |
| Physics | Fundamentals of Physics | Halliday / Resnick / Walker |
| Mathematics | Handbook of Mathematics | Amit Rastogi |
| Chemistry | Concepts of Organic Chemistry | OP Tandon |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | Morrison Boyd |
| Chemistry | 40 Year Chapterwise Solved Papers (2018-1979) | Ranjeet Shahi |
| Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics | GUJ-CET 15 Practice Sets | M/S Priyanka Prakashan |
GUJCET 2023 Important Instructions
The answers will be recorded in an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheet that is given with the question paper in the examination hall. There are a few guidelines followed by candidates:
- OMR sheet and question paper had A, B, C, D type written on it. Candidates will be required to fill in the OMR sheet details accordingly.
- Candidates checked whether the pre-printed type of booklet and answer sheet is the same.
- Candidates will be required to circle the correct alternative with a blue or black pen. The circle had to be darkened completely.
- Redoing and darkening two circles or canceling the darkened circles is not allowed. Candidates had to darken only ONE circle.
Here is an example:
Ques. Mumbai is the capital of which state?
- Tamil Nadu B. Karnataka C. Gujarat D. Maharashtra
Ans. The candidate is required to darken the alternative ‘D’ in the given circle in the OMR sheet.
If any changes are made after darkening the circle once, it is not be accepted. The negative marking will be applicable for such answers.
GUJCET Exam Pattern 2023 FAQS
Ques. What is the weightage given to Class 12 marks in GUJCET 2023 merit score?
Ans. Class 12 marks are assigned 60% weightage in calculating GUJCET 2023 merit list.
Ques. Is there a negative marking in Gujarat Common Entrance Test 2023 (GUJCET)?
Ans. Yes, as per GUJCET 2023 exam pattern for every wrong answer, a 0.25 mark will be deducted.
Ques. Is GUJCET 2023 an online examination?
Ans. GUJCET 2023 is an offline OMR-based examination. Candidates are advised to take pen and paper to the exam hall.
Ques. Can I give GUJCET 2023 again?
Ans. There is no limit on attempts for GUJCET 2023. However, since is only conducted once a year, candidates will have to wait for a whole calendar year to give the exam again.
Ques. Can CBSE students give GUJCET 2023?
Ans. Yes, CBSE students can give GUJCET 2023 since it is a recognized board.
Ques. What will be the GUJCET 2023 Application Fee?
Ans. GUJCET 2023 Application fee will be INR 300 and it will be done through any SBI Epay System (credit card/debit card/ net banking) or from any SBI branch of the country.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College
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