GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025: Counselling (STARTS), Merit List (OUT), Admission Process

Goa Common Entrance Test 2025 ( GCET )

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Saakshi Varsha Lama
Updated on Sep 25, 2025 10:12 IST

By Saakshi Varsha Lama, Deputy Manager Content

GCET/Goa BE admission 2025 counselling process has commenced. Candidates have to report to the Goa BE counselling venue on the date allotted to their rank and category. During the offline GCET counselling 2025 process, the candidates have to select their choice of courses and participating colleges. It is to be noted that the selection of courses and colleges should be done in order of preference. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's merit, preferences, category and seat availability. GCET/Goa BE admission 2025 result/merit list has been released online at dte.goa.gov.in. Candidates will be able to check their eligibility for the counselling process through the GCET/Goa BE 2025 merit list. No login credentials are required to check the merit list, as it is available in PDF. Read to know more about GCET/Goa BE Admissions 2025.

GCET 2025 entrance exam will not be held. Along with JEE Main 2025 scores, the authorities also accept candidates based on their 12th standard qualifying examination marks. Registrations for non-JEE Main candidates were open until August 6, 2025. Candidates had to qualify JEE Main to be considered for allotment through Goa BE admissions 2025.

Table of content
  • What is GCET?
  • GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Highlights
  • GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Counselling
  • GCET 2025 Result/Merit List
  • GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Application Form
  • Colleges Accepting GCET Score
  • GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Contact Information
  • GCET 2025 Admit Card
  • GCET 2025 Syllabus
  • GCET 2025 Exam Pattern
  • GCET 2025 Preparation Tips
  • GCET 2025 Answer Key
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What is GCET?

Goa Common Entrance Test (Goa CET) exam is a state-level entrance test conducted by DTE Goa for admissions to professional degree courses in Engineering offered at various colleges in Goa. Goa CET is a state-level entrance exam and admission to these courses is governed by DTE Goa. However, GCET will not be held for the admission year of 2025-26. Instead, BE admissions will be done based on the candidate's score/rank in JEE Main. 

GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GCET 2025 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
21 Jul ' 25 - 06 Aug ' 25

GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 counselling registration for non-JEE Main candidates

01 Jul ' 25 - 05 Jul ' 25

GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 counselling - Rank 1 to 450

30 Jun ' 25

GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 merit list

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GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Highlights

The highlights of GCET 2025 (Goa BE Admission 2025) have been given in the table below.

Particulars Details
Conducted By Directorate of Technical Education Goa
Admission Level Undergraduate exam 
Admission Frequency Annual
Course offered through the exam BE
Accepted Scores JEE Main
Participating Colleges BE colleges in Goa
Official Website dte.goa.gov.in
Contact Details

Email ID: dir-dte.goa@nic.in

Helpline: +91-832-2413571

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for GCET?
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Before registration, the candidates are advised to check the GCET eligibility criteria. In case the candidates are not able to meet the eligibility criteria, then they will not be allowed to participate in the application and admission process. The eligibility criteria of GCET has been given below.

  • Should be of Indian nationality.
  • Candidates should have passed 10+2th (or equivalent) standard qualifying examination conducted by a recognised board.
  • The minimum required marks should have been secured by the candidates.
Q:   Are JEE Main scores accepted for GCET/Goa BE admission process?
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Yes. DTE Goa has announced that the state will not conduct Goa Common Entrance Test (GCET). Instead the authorities will accept applications for the counselling and admission process based on the candidate's scores and ranks obtained in JEE Main. However, the candidates will be required to meet the basic eligibility criteria that will be prescribed by the DTE Goa authorities. All candidates will have to attempt one or both sessions of JEE Main to be eligible for GCET/Goa BE admissions. 

Q:   When will GCET be held?
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GCET 2025 will not be held. In the previous year, DTE announced that the state will not conduct the entrance examination. Instead, admissions into the BE courses offered by the participating institutes will be done based on JEE Main scores/ranks. All candidates will have to attempt atleast one session of JEE Main and qualify it to be eligible for Goa BE admissions. More details regarding the counselling and admission process will be announced by DTE Goa. 

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GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Counselling

GCET/Goa BE counselling 2025 has commenced to select candidates for BE admissions into the participating institutes. During the counselling process, the eligible and registered candidates will be required to fill out their choice of courses and colleges in order of preference at the venue. The order of preference is important since the authorities will consider it during the seat allotment process, along with other factors. For admissions, the authorities will consider the JEE Main 2025 ranks. Candidates will be allotted seats based on their candidate's rank, preferences and seat availability. If the candidates fail to confirm their admission before the final date, then their allotment will be cancelled. 

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Q:   Can I fill out the GCET counselling form offline?
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Yes, candidates are expected to have the option to access and submit the GCET/Goa BE admission counselling form offline. The counselling form will be available at - Padre Conceicao College of Engineering, Verna,  PES Rajaram & Tarabai College of Pharmacy, Farmagudi and the Directorate of Technical Education, Porvorim. Along with the counselling form, the candidates will also be required to submit their self-attested documents. 

Q:   How can I check the GCET seat allotment?
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GCET/Goa BE seat allotment result will be declared offline. Candidates will be able to check their seat allotment result at the counselling venue. No other mode will be used to declare the seat allotment result. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences and seat availability.

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GCET 2025 Result/Merit List

GCET/Goa BE 2025 result/merit list has been released online. Candidates can now access the Goa BE 2025 admission merit list in the form of PDF. The list of candidates and their eligibility status for the counselling process is listed in the merit list. The details present in the merit list should be checked carefully. The JEE Main rank, along with 12th standard scores are also present in the result/merit list. Based on the merit list, the candidates have to participate in the offline GCET/Goa BE 2025 counselling process.

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Q:   How can I check my GCET result?
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The authorities will release the GCET/Goa BE admission result/merit list online at dte.goa.gov.in. Candidates will not require any log in credentials to check the result/merit list of GCET/Goa BE admission. The authorities will make the result/merit list available online in the form of a PDF. The given steps can be followed to access the GCET/Goa BE admission result.

  • Go to dte.goa.gov.in
  • Click on the result/merit list link.
  • The result/merit list will be displayed on the screen.
  • The result/merit list has to be downloaded for future use.
Q:   There is a mistake in my GCET result. What should I do?
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Candidates are advised to check the GCET/Goa BE admission result/merit list very carefully before downloading it. In case of any mistakes in the GCET/Goa BE admission result/merit list, the candidates are advised to immediately contact the authorities. However, it is to be noted that the authorities will not accept requests for corrections in the merit ranks. In case of corrections in other personal or admission related information, the authorities will accept requests for corrections. 

Q:   Which details are available in the GCET result?
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GCET/Goa BE admission result/merit list will be released online by the authorities of DTE, Goa. Candidates are advised to check the details present in the result/merit list carefully. In case of any mistakes in the examination, the candidates are advised to immediately contact the authorities. The following details will be present in the result/merit list of GCET.

  • Candidate's name
  • Application number
  • Course and subject
  • Obtained merit rank
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GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Application Form

GCET/Goa BE admission 2025 application form was released offline. All eligible candidates with a valid JEE Main 2025 score/rank had to fill out and submit the Goa BE 2025 application form to participate in the counselling and admission process. After the final date, no applications were accepted by the authorities. Candidates had to pay the application fee of INR 2000 online, i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card. If the candidates were unable to fill out the application form before the final date, then they were not considered for the GCET/Goa BE 2025 admission process.

GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for admission to the courses offered in the state through GCET/Goa BE admission will have to comply with the following eligibility norms. 

Nationality:

  • Candidates should be Indian nationals.
  • Non-resident Indians holding Indian passports may also apply for seats reserved under the NRI category.
  • Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) /Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) cardholders are also considered eligible for admission to seats under the NRI Category.
  • Foreign Nationals must apply to Govt. of India.

Valid score in JEE Main 2025

  • Candidates must have appeared and obtained a valid score in the JEE Main conducted for the year of admission. JEE Main score of the previous year/s is not considered valid.
  • For Architecture, the candidate must have appeared and obtained a valid score at NATA conducted by the Council of Architecture.

Qualifying Examination & Minimum Marks:

  • Candidates should have cleared the Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination of the Goa Board.
  • Or an examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, or any other examination equivalent to the H.S.S.C. examination of Goa Board.
  • They must also have acquired the minimum percentage of marks in the specific subjects.

First Year B.E.:

  • Candidates should have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std.XIIth) examination of the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent examination with English, Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with one of the following subjects Chemistry/Bio-Technology/Computer Science /Biology, and secured not less than 45% marks in the aggregate of subjects of Physics & Mathematics with one of the following subjects Chemistry/Bio-Technology/Computer Science/Biology. (40% for the applicants belonging to SC, ST and OBC only).
  • Candidates should have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std.XIIth) examination of the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent examination with Mathematics as one of the subjects and secured at least 50% marks in aggregate (45% aggregate marks for applicants belonging to SC/ST/OBC).

         OR

  • 10+3 Diploma (any stream) recognised by Central/State Governments with 50% aggregate marks.

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  • International Baccalaureate Diploma, after 10 years of schooling, with not less than 50% marks in aggregate and with Mathematics as a compulsory subject of examination.

Kashmiri Migrants only in Engineering Courses:

  • The candidate should have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std.XIIth) examination or its equivalent examination with English, Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with one of the following subjects Chemistry/Bio-Technology/Computer Science/Biology and secured not less than 45% marks in the subjects of Physics & Mathematics with one of the following subjects Chemistry/Bio-Technology/Computer Science/Biology.

Diploma/BSc Degree holder:

  • Candidates who have passed a Diploma in Engineering /B.Sc. Degree with Mathematics as a subject at Std XIIth, with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC), were eligible for admission to First Year of Engineering Degree Courses, subject to vacancies in First Year after vacancies at Lateral Entry into Direct Second Year are exhausted.
  • The merit list of such candidates is prepared based on aggregate marks scored at the qualifying exam.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the GCET application fee?
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While filling out the GCET/Goa BE admissions application form, the candidates will have to pay the required fee i.e., INR 2000. GCET application fee has to be paid while submitting the form. No other mode of payment will be accepted. If the candidates fail to complete the payment before the final date, then their applications will not be accepted.

Q:   Will GCET application form be available online?
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GCET/Goa BE admission 2025 application form was available offline for the counselling process. Candidates were able to access the Goa BE admission application form at various locations. The application form had to be filled out with the required details and submitted before the final date, i.e., May 16, 2025. After the final date, the authorities did not accept any applications.

Q:   Which documents have to be uploaded in the GCET application form?
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While filling out the offline application form of GCET/Goa BE admission, the candidates will be required to paste their passport size photograph. The photograph should be passport-sized and should be 3.5cm in width and 4.5cm in height. Since the application process is offline, no online uploading of documents is necessary. Candidates will also have to sign the application form in the designated area.

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Colleges Accepting GCET Score

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GCET/Goa BE Admission 2025 Contact Information

DTE building, Alto-Porvorim, Bardez, Goa, Pin 403521.

Fax 0832-2413571 

Email: dir-dte.goa@nic.in

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GCET 2025 Admit Card

Not applicable since GCET will not be held and admissions will be done based on JEE Main scores

Registered candidates will be able to access the GCET admit card 2025 through email after completing their registration process. The authorities will send the admit card of GCET 2025 to all registered candidates by email and no login credentials will be required. The details regarding the exam date, timings, centre and more will be available on the admit card.

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Q:   Which credentials are required to download the GCET admit card?
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GCET admit card will be prepared and released by the authorities. Registered candidates will not require any credentials to access and download the admit card of GCET. After the GCET application form is filled, submitted and the fee is paid, the candidates will receive the admit card in their registered email ID. Candidates are advised to download the GCET admit card and print it out for future use. In case of any mistakes in the admit card, the candidates will have to immediately contact the authorities.

Q:   Which documents have to be carried along with the GCET admit card to the centre?
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While reporting at the examination centre, the candidates will have to produce their GCET admit card. Along with the admit card, the candidates will also have to present one identity proof. Any of the identity proofs are valid to be presented at the examination centre - Voter ID/Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driver's License/School ID. If the candidates fail to present their admit card and identity proof at the centre, then they will not be allowed to attempt the examination.

Q:   Can the exam centre be changed after the GCET admit card is released?
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No. The authorities will not accept any requests to change the allotted exam centre after the GCET admit card. While filling out the application form, the candidates are advised to be careful while filling out their exam centre preferences. The authorities will allot the GCET exam centres as per the preferences and availability of the centre. No changes can be made after the centres have been allotted. 

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GCET 2025 Syllabus

Not applicable since GCET will not be held and admissions will be done based on JEE Main scores

Candidates are advised to check the official syllabus of GCET 2025 to know the subjects, units and topics that have to be studied for the entrance examination. By knowing the syllabus, the candidates will be well-prepared for the examination and have a higher chance of admission. The syllabus is expected to consist of the 11th and 12th standard topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I access the official GCET syllabus?
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GCET syllabus will be prepared and released by the authorities of the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Goa online at dte.goa.gov.in. No other mode will be used to declare the official GCET syllabus. The subjects, units and topics to be studied for the entrance examination will be released through the GCET syllabus. While preparing for the examination, the candidates are advised to check the official syllabus. 

Q:   Which are the important topics for GCET Chemistry section?
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While preparing for the entrance examination, the candidates are advised to study and give importance to certain topics from the GCET Chemistry syllabus. These important topics are likely to be present in the GCET question paper and have higher weightage. By studying these topics, the candidates have a higher chance of scoring well in the examination. Some of the important topics for GCET Chemistry sections - Chemical Kinetics, d and f - Block elements, Electrochemistry, Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, etc. 

Q:   Do I have to study the entire GCET syllabus?
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Yes, the candidates are advised to refer to and study the entire GCET syllabus. Since the question paper will be prepared based on the GCET syllabus, the candidates should be familiar with it to ensure that they perform well in the entrance examination. By studying the entire syllabus, the candidates will be well prepared. However, the candidates can identify some important topics that are likely to have high weightage in the question paper and give more time to study it.  

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GCET 2025 Exam Pattern

Not applicable since GCET will not be held and admissions will be done based on JEE Main scores

The authorities will release the GCET exam pattern 2025 online. Information regarding how the entrance examination will be conducted will be available through the GCET 2025 exam pattern. Details such as exam mode, duration, type of questions, sections, marking scheme and more will be made available. GCET 2025 will be held as a pen-and-paper-based test.

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Q:   What is the duration of GCET?
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As per the official GCET exam pattern, the total duration of the entrance examination is 6 hours. Each paper will be 2 hours long in duration. The authorities will conduct the entrance examination in three papers - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. In the allotted duration, the candidates will have to attempt 75 multiple-choice questions each. No extra time will be allotted to the candidates. Within the allotted time, the candidates are required to complete the examination.

Q:   What is the division of questions in the GCET paper?
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As per the official GCET pattern, the candidates will have to answer a total of 225 multiple-choice questions. The paper is divided into three sections - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Each section will have 75 questions, which will be objective in nature. Candidates will be required to select the correct answer from the four options available for each question. All of the questions have to be answered in the allotted duration. No extra time will be allotted to the candidates.

Q:   What is the marking scheme of GCET?
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The official marking scheme of GCET will be prepared and released by the authorities. For every correct response, the candidates will be allotted one mark. The authorities will not deduct any marks for incorrect answers. Unattempted questions will also not be marked negatively. Since there is no negative marking, the candidates are advised to attempt all questions in GCET to raise their chances of scoring well in the entrance examination.

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GCET 2025 Preparation Tips

Not applicable since GCET will not be held and admissions will be done based on JEE Main scores

The given preparation tips for GCET 2025 can be followed by the candidates.

  • Firstly, the candidates will have to check and understand the official exam pattern and syllabus from GCET 2025. 
  • Next, the candidates will have to create a personalized timetable to prepare for the examination.
  • While studying, the candidates are advised to take notes of the difficult concepts and formulas so that they can revise them anytime anywhere.
  • Candidates are advised to practice using mock tests so that they understand how the examination will be held. 
  • Revision has to be done daily so that the candidates do not forget what they have studied.
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Q:   Is exam pattern important for GCET preparation?
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Yes. It is important for the candidates to be familiar with the GCET exam pattern to be well prepared for the entrance examination. Through the exam pattern, the candidates will be able to access information regarding how the examination will be held. Important information such as the exam duration, sections, nature and number of questions, marking scheme and more will be released through the GCET exam pattern. The paper is divided into three sections - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

Q:   Are mock tests essential for GCET preparation?
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Yes. Candidates are advised to attempt mock tests regularly to be well prepared for GCET. By attempting mock tests, the candidates will be able to understand how the entrance examination will be held. Mock tests will also help the candidates to know the current preparation progress and their commonly made mistakes. By identifying their commonly made mistakes, the candidates will be able to correct it so that the same is not made during the exam. Mock tests also help the candidates boost their time management skills.

Q:   What are the best books for GCET Physics section?
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Candidates are advised to check the best books for GCET Physics section so that they are able to understand the concepts better and are able to prepare well for the examination. The listed books are the materials often referred by the candidates or advised by the teachers for the examination preparation. Some of the best books for GCET Physics section are:

  • Understanding Physics Electricity & Magnetism for JEE Main and Advanced by DC Pandey
  • GCET Preparatory Series for Physics by Rajhauns Publications
  • Concepts of Physics (Part I & II) by HC Verma
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GCET 2025 Answer Key

Not applicable since GCET will not be held and admissions will be done based on JEE Main scores

The authorities will release the GCET answer key 2025 online. The correct responses to the entrance examination will be available through the answer key of GCET 2025. The candidates will be able to use the answer key to calculate their probable secured scores before the result is announced. 

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Q:   What are the credentials required to check the GCET answer key?
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Candidates will be able to check the GCET answer key online. No other mode will be used to declare the answer key of GCET. The candidates will not need log in credentials to download the answer key. To check and download the GCET answer key, the candidates can follow the given steps.

  • Go to the official website.
  • Click on the answer key link.
  • Candidates will have to search for their respective paper code and category.
  • The answer key will be displayed on the screen.
  • The answer key has to be downloaded for future use.
Q:   Can I calculate my probable scores using GCET answer key?
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Yes, the candidates will be able to calculate their probable secured scores using the GCET answer key. The candidates will have to download the answer key and compare it to their individual responses. The official marking scheme as per the GCET exam pattern has to be followed. The calculated total will be the probable score secured in the entrance examination. It is to be noted that the probable scores will be indicative and may be different from the result.

Q:   When will GCET final answer key be available?
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The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa will not release the final answer key of GCET online. Since no objections against the provisional GCET answer key will be accepted by the authorities, they will not prepare the final key. The decision of the authorities on the provisional answer key will remain absolute. The official GCET result will be prepared based on the answer key. In case of any problems, the candidates are advised to contact the authorities.

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