AHMEDABAD, March 17 –The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) officially released the GUJCET 2026 hall tickets today, March 17, 2026. This marks a critical milestone for students who have spent months preparing for the pen-and-paper entrance examination, which serves as the primary gateway to degree engineering (BTech) and degree/diploma pharmacy (BPharm) programs across the state. For thousands of aspiring engineers and pharmacists across Gujarat, the wait is finally over.
As the clocks struck the designated release time today, the official portals—gujcet.gsebht.in, gsebht.in, and gseb.org—saw a surge of traffic from eager candidates. To ensure a smooth experience, the board has simplified the login process. Candidates can access their admit cards by entering their registered mobile number or email ID along with their date of birth or application number. The board has advised students to download and print their hall tickets immediately rather than waiting until the last minute.
Once downloaded, the GUJCET admit card is more than just an entry pass. It is a vital document containing several layers of personal and logistical data. Candidates are urged to carefully verify the following details:
- Personal Information: Full name, father’s name, and the candidate’s photograph and signature.
- Examination Specifics: The roll number, seat number, and the medium of the exam chosen by the student.
- Logistics: The exact address of the exam center and the specific time slots for each subject paper.
If any discrepancies are found, students should contact the education department immediately to rectify errors before the exam day arrives.
The GUJCET 2026 exam is scheduled for Sunday, March 29, and will be conducted in an offline (pen-and-paper) mode.
The examination day is divided into three distinct sessions to cover the core sciences:
- Paper 1 (Physics and Chemistry): 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
- Paper 2 (Biology): 1:40 PM to 2:40 PM.
- Paper 3 (Mathematics): 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
This staggered timing allows students appearing for different streams (engineering vs. pharmacy) to take only the papers relevant to their chosen field of study. Success in GUJCET requires not just knowledge, but strategic precision. The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in total, with 40 questions dedicated to each subject—Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology. The marking scheme is a double-edged sword as, while candidates earn 1 mark for every correct answer, they will lose 0.25 marks for every incorrect response.
The GSEB has made it clear that security and integrity are top priorities. Carrying a printed copy of the GUJCET hall ticket is compulsory. Without it, entry into the examination hall will be strictly prohibited. Furthermore, the hall ticket must be accompanied by a valid photo ID proof, such as an Aadhaar card, a driving license, or the original Class 12 (HSC) hall ticket.
To maintain a fair environment, the board has banned several items from the exam hall:
- Electronics: Mobile phones, smart watches, and calculators.
- Reference Materials: Any form of study material or unauthorized paper.
Candidates are encouraged to arrive early at their designated centers to undergo the necessary verification processes without stress.
To qualify for admission, students must meet specific percentage thresholds based on their category:
- General Category: A minimum score of 45% (54 out of 120 marks).
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC): A minimum score of 40% (48 out of 120 marks).
Once the results are processed, the ACPC will release a provisional merit list based on the exam scores. This list will be hosted on the official website gujacpc.nic.in, where candidates can view their state-wide rankings. After addressing any challenges or corrections, the final merit list will pave the way for the counseling and seat allotment process in Gujarat's top-tier technical and medical institutions.
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