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    GUJCET Eligibility Criteria 2026 - Age Limit, Qualification Marks

    Maniprabha SinghUpdated on 17 Mar 2026, 12:05 PM IST

    GUJCET Eligibility Criteria 2026: GSEB has released the GUJCET 2026 eligibility criteria at gujcet.gseb.org. The eligibility criteria comprise details on age criteria, educational qualifications, domicile, and more. The authority has released the GUJCET eligibility criteria along with the information brochure. Only the eligible candidates will be able to fill GUJCET online forms. Students who have passed/ are appearing in 10+2 or equivalent examinations with physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology are eligible to apply for the Gujarat CET. The authority was concluded the GUJCET 2026 registration on January 16, 2026. Further, the GUJCET 2026 exam is scheduled for March 29, 2026. Read the complete article to learn more about the GUJCET exam eligibility for 2026.
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    GUJCET Eligibility Criteria 2026 - Age Limit, Qualification Marks
    GUJCET 2026 eligibility criteria

    GUJCET Eligibility Criteria 2026

    Students must meet all the conditions laid down by the authorities. Even if the candidate is in the last stage of the GUJCET admissions process 2026, they will not be allowed to enrol if they fail to fulfil the GUJCET exam eligibility 2026 conditions. Along with the exam pattern, the authorities will release the GUJCET passing marks details. The passing mark is 54 for general category students; however, GUJCET passing marks for the ST category are 48. So, to avoid that, follow the GUJCET 2026 eligibility criteria before applying for the GUJCET exam.

    GUJCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

    Particulars

    Details

    GUJCET Age Limit

    There is no age limit to apply for the GUJCET 2026 exam

    Nationality

    The candidate must be an Indian citizen

    Domicile

    The candidate must be a Gujarat resident by birth
    Or
    The candidate must have passed 10+2 in a school situated in Gujarat
    Or
    Parents of the candidate must belong to Gujarat and must be living there at the time of admission

    Qualification

    The candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. And any of the Chemistry/ Biology/ Computer/ Vocational Subjects.
    Candidates appearing in the 10+2 examination are also eligible for the exam

    Minimum Marks

    The candidate must have scored at least 45% marks in 10+2 or equivalent.
    The minimum mark for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS is 40%

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    When to Apply for GUJCET 2026?

    After getting the details of GUJCET eligibility 2026, candidates should apply by last date of GUJCET 2026 registration till January 6, 2026. Candidates must keep the required documents ready, as per the GUJCET 2026 eligibility, to fill the forms on time. Candidates failing to meet the eligibility criteria of GUJCET 2026 will not be considered for admission and the Gujarat CET registration fee is also non-refundable. For filling out the application form of GUJCET 2026, students will be required to fill in the details like name, contact details, etc. After successfully registering themselves, candidates have to fill in the GUJCET 2026 application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the application fee to get the process done.

    GUJCET Reservation Criteria 2026

    As per the government of India guidelines, GSEB also has some reserved seats for the candidates. However, students seeking a seat through the reservation criteria will have to submit documents. Here are the details about the GUJCET reservation criteria.

    GUJCET Reservation Criteria

    Categories

    Percentage of Reserved Seats

    Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) including widows and orphans of any category

    27%

    Scheduled Tribe (ST)

    15%

    Unreserved Economically Weaker Sections

    10%

    Scheduled Caste (SC)

    7%

    Physically Disabled Category

    3%

    Children of Defense Personnel and Ex-Servicemen

    1%

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the minimum qualification for GUJCET 2026?
    A:

    Candidates must have passed at least 10+2 or equivalent with a minimum of 45% marks. And a combination of Maths, Physics is also compulsory.

    Q: Can other state students apply for GUJCET?
    A:

    A candidate must be a resident of Gujarat by birth to be eligible for GUJCET 2026.

    Q: GUJCET is applicable for which courses?
    A:

    GUJCET is conducted for admission in B tech, B Pharma courses in different colleges of Gujarat. 

    Q: Can foreign candidates apply for GUJCET?
    A:

    No, as per GUJCET eligibility criteria, candidates must be a resident of Gujarat to be eligible.

    Q: Who can give GUJCET exam?
    A:

    To be eligible for the GUJCET exam for the B.E./B.Tech course, candidates should have completed their 12th grade with Mathematics and Physics. For those interested in pursuing the B.Pharmacy course, it is necessary to have completed their 10+2 education with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. Along with this candidates mus ett the domicile conditions to appear for GUJCET.

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