GUJCET Exam Pattern 2026 (OUT): Number of Questions, Marking Scheme, Exam Duration

Gujarat Common Entrance Test 2026 ( GUJCET )

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Overview

GUJCET Exam Pattern 2026: The exam body, GSHSEB has released GUJCET 2026 exam pattern in a notification PDF. Candidates can check GUJCET paper pattern to know sections, total number of questions, exam time duration, number of sections, and marking scheme. The GUJCET 2026 exam will be conducted in offline mode as a pen-and-paper-based test. There will be two papers - Paper 1 will comprise questions in Physics and Chemistry, and Paper 2 will comprise questions in Mathematics. The exam will have a total of 120 questions of 1 mark each, 40 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The total duration is 3 hours. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 in case of incorrect answer. In addition to pattern, candidates must also check GUJCET 2026 syllabus, as it is equally important for exam preparation. Check more details here.

Table of contents
  • GUJCET Exam Pattern 2026
  • GUJCET 2026 Marking Scheme
  • GUJCET Syllabus 2026
  • GUJCET 2026 Important Topics
  • GUJCET 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs
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GUJCET Exam Pattern 2026

The exam body prescribes the GUJCET exam pattern. There are two papers and Paper 1 has questions from Physics and Chemistry, and Paper 2 from Mathematics.

The paper 1 will be held in morning shift and paper two will be held in afternoon shft.

Paper 1 will consist of 80 questions, 40 each from Physics and Chemistry. The time duration will be 120 minutes.

The paper 2, will have 80 questions, 40 each from Mathematics and Biology.

Candidates should also check the GUJCET question papers to understand the exam pattern. Checking the GUJCET previous year question papers will also help candidates to understand the weightage of subject-wise topics and exam difficulty level.

Students must solve only Maths part of Paper 2 while Pharmacy students must solve Biology section. Check the exam pattern below -  

GUJCET Paper Pattern

Particulars

Details

Mode of Exam

Offline (Pen and Paper-Based Test)

Total Duration of Exam

3 hours

Physics & Chemistry - 120 minutes

Mathematics - 60 minutes

Question Paper Medium

English/Hindi/Gujarati

Number of Sections

Physics - 40 questions

Chemistry - 40 questions

Mathematics - 40 questions

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (Objective Type)

Total Number of Questions

120 questions

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GUJCET 2026 Information Brochure Consisting of Exam Pattern and Syllabus Download Link - Download PDF Here

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to develop better question-solving skills for GUJCET exam?
A: 

Candidates must practice GUJCET question paper or sample paper as much as they can to develop a better question-solving skill.

Q:   What are benefits of solving GUJCET Previous Year Question Paper?
A: 

By solving the past year question papers of GUJCET, candidates will experience a boost in their confidence, it will also help them in time management, and give an understanding of difficulty level of the exam.

Q:   How many sections are there in the GUJCET question paper?
A: 

In the GUJCET there are The question paper comprises of two sections Paper I (Mathematics or Biology) and Paper-II (Physics and Chemistry).

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GUJCET 2026 Marking Scheme

Each question carries one mark each. The total marks is 120. There is negative marking and 0.25 marks is deducted against each wrong attempt.

GUJCET 2026 Marking Scheme

Particulars

Details

Marking Scheme

1 mark for every correct answer

Negative Marking

0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer

Also read:

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GUJCET Syllabus 2026

Along with the exam pattern, students must also check the GUJCET syllabus on which the question paper will be based. As per the syllabus of GUJCET, the questions will be asked from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and the difficulty level will be based on classes 11 and 12. Candidates must prepare using the prescribed syllabus as questions in the exam will be prepared with the syllabus in mind.  

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to develop better question-solving skills for GUJCET exam?
A: 

Candidates must practice GUJCET question paper or sample paper as much as they can to develop a better question-solving skill.

Q:   How many sections are there in the GUJCET question paper?
A: 

In the GUJCET there are The question paper comprises of two sections Paper I (Mathematics or Biology) and Paper-II (Physics and Chemistry).

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GUJCET 2026 Important Topics

From the following table, candidates can check the GUJCET important topics in a nutshell.

GUJCET 2026 Physics Most Important Chapters

Physics is known for numerical applications, comprising approximately 60% of questions. Here mentioned are the weightage and focus areas on which the question paper will be based - 

Category / Topic

Weightage

Key Focus Areas for Physics in GUJCET

Electromagnetism

20%

Critical Block: Focuses on Current Electricity, Electrostatics (Electric Charges and Potential), and Electromagnetic Induction.

Optics

12% - 15%

Vital Units: Includes both Ray Optics and Wave Optics; typically accounts for 5–6 questions.

Modern Physics

10% - 12%

Focuses on Dual Nature of Radiation & Matter, Atoms, and Nuclei.

Semiconductor Electronics

High / Consistent

Scoring Area: Usually features direct conceptual questions; highly recommended for quick marks.

Class 11 Mechanics

Foundation

Essential: Covers Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, and Kinematics; critical for solving complex numericals.

GUJCET 2026 Chemistry Most Important Chapters

Chemistry is the scoring section of the GUJCET exam, with approximately 90% questions from NCERT textbooks. 

Category 

Weightage

GUJCET Important Chapters in Chemistry

Physical Chemistry

35%

Heaviest Section: Priority chapters include Chemical Kinetics, Electrochemistry, Solutions, and Solid State.

Organic Chemistry

30%

Reactions & Mechanisms: Focus on name reactions (e.g., Cannizzaro) and mechanisms. Key chapters: Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids, Alcohols, Phenols & Ethers, and Haloalkanes/Haloarenes.

Inorganic Chemistry

25% - 30%

Direct Questions: Mastering p-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, and d/f-Block Elements is essential for quick scoring.

Applied Chemistry

Small / Consistent

Guaranteed Marks: Focus on Biomolecules, Polymers, and Chemistry in Everyday Life.

Most Important Chapters in Maths for GUJCET

In Mathematics, calculus and matrices sum up to 35% of the entire section. Here is the breakdown - 

Category 

Weightage

Mathematics Key Focus Areas in GUJCET

Calculus

30% - 35%

Highest Priority: Focus heavily on Integration (Definite and Indefinite), Differentiation, and Differential Equations. Typically contributes 12–14 questions.

Algebra

25%

Core Scoring: Prioritise Matrices & Determinants, Probability, and Permutations & Combinations.

Vectors & 3D Geometry

20%

Strategic Scoring: These chapters offer moderate difficulty and are essential for securing a high rank.

Strategy Note

N/A

Speed is critical as you have only 60 minutes to solve 40 Mathematics MCQs.

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GUJCET 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs

Check Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to the GUJCET 2026 exam pattern.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there any reservation in the GUJCET exam?
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Yes, there is reservation in the GUJCET according to which 27% reservation is there for candidates belonging to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC). There are also provisions for widows, orphans, and students belonging to the Economically Backward Class (EWS). However, students will have to check the detailed notification for the same.

Q:   What is the GUJCET admission process?
A: 

The GUJCET admission process includes registration, appearing for the exam, participating in the counselling, paying the fee and finally reporting to the college.

Q:   Are there any scholarships in the GUJCET exam?
A: 

As the GUJCET is just an entrance exam, there are no scholarships here. However, if you get shortlisted for a college, you might enquire for scholarships of that particular college.

Q:   Who can apply for the GUJCET form?
A: 

Candidates meeting the minimum eligibility criteria of GUJCET can fill the application form. The GUJCET eligibility criteria is mentioned here - 

  • Candidates must be a resident of Gujarat
  • The minimum age limit must be 17 years
  • They must have qualified 10+2 with PCM or PCB

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