GUJCET 2027 Exam Pattern: Number of Questions, Marking Scheme, Exam Duration

Gujarat Common Entrance Test 2026 ( GUJCET )

Mamona Majumder
Updated on Sep 1, 2026 14:07 IST

By Mamona Majumder, Deputy Manager

GUJCET Exam Pattern 2027: GSEB holds the GUJCET exam in an offline, pen-and-paper mode. The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions worth 120 marks. The total duration is 3 hours (180 minutes), and the paper is available in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. GUJCET exam is divided into two parts:

  • Physics & Chemistry (Combined): 80 questions (40 each) to be solved in 120 minutes.
  • Mathematics or Biology: 40 questions to be solved in 60 minutes.
  • Each correct answer awards +1 mark, while each incorrect response incurs a negative marking penalty of -0.25 mark. 

Check complete details on the GUJCET exam pattern 2027 on the page below.

Table of contents
  • GUJCET Exam Pattern 2027 Highlight
  • GUJCET 2027 Subject Wise Weightage
  • GUJCET 2027 Marking Scheme
  • GUJCET 2027 Sections and Important Topics
  • GUJCET 2027 Exam Pattern FAQs
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GUJCET Exam Pattern 2027 Highlight

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 shift.
  • 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 the Maths part of Paper 2, while Pharmacy students must solve Biology section.

GUJCET Paper Pattern

Check the exam pattern below:

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

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (Objective Type)

Total Number of Questions

120 questions

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Commonly asked questions
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 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 2027 Subject Wise Weightage

Candidates can check below the subjects asked in GUJCET 2027 and their weightage in the paper:

Subject Number of questions Weightage (Marks)
Maths/Biology 40 40
Physics 40 40
Chemistry 40 40
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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 2027 Marking Scheme

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

Particulars

Details

Marking Scheme

1 mark for every correct answer

Negative Marking

0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer

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GUJCET 2027 Sections and Important Topics

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

GUJCET 2027 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 2027 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 2027 Exam Pattern FAQs

Get more FAQs on GUJCET 2027 exam pattern below:

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Commonly asked questions
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
Q:   Is there any reservation in the GUJCET exam?
A: 

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.

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GUJCET deducts 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. Avoid blind guessing. Only attempt questions where you can confidently eliminate at least two incorrect options.

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Yes. They help you get used to the exam's time constraint (120 questions in 180 minutes) and train you to manage the pressure of negative marking in GUJCET.

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Preparation should start in Class 12. The GUJCET syllabus aligns with the board exam syllabus, so focusing on board concepts strengthens your foundation for GUJCET.

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Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics carry the highest weightage in the GUJCET Physics section.

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No. The core concepts in GUJCET syllabus are derived from standard NCERT guidelines, which overlap significantly with the CBSE curriculum.

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No. While there is an overlap, the GUJCET syllabus is more aligned with state-level board books and is less advanced than JEE Main.

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Each of the three sections contains 40 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), totalling 120 questions in GUJCET exam.

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The GUJCET syllabus covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (for engineering) or Biology (for pharmacy).

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