What is the division of questions in the GCET paper?

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.

Do I need to complete each GCET paper section in the allotted time?

According to the official GCET exam pattern, each section has been allotted a specific duration within with the candidates will have to complete attempting the questions. Each section (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) have been allotted 120 minutes i.e, 2 hours. The candidates will have to attempt 75 objective multiple-choice questions in each section within the duration allotted by the authorities. No extra time will be provided to the candidates. The candidates will have to attempt as many questions as they can so that they have a higher chance of securing the required marks.

What are the type of questions present in the GCET paper?

GCET paper will consist of objective multiple-choice questions. For every question, four options will be present, out of which the candidates will have to select the correct answer. While preparing the official GCET question paper, the authorities will refer to the syllabus and will take into consideration the topics of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The candidates will have to mark the correct answer in the OMR sheet by colouring the option. All questions have to be answered within the allotted duration.

What is the duration of GCET?

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.

What is the marking scheme of GCET?

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.

What is the medium of GCET question paper?

The authorities will conduct GCET in English language. No other language will be used to prepare the question paper of GCET. Candidates are advised to prepare themselves to attempt the examination is the official medium as prescribed by the authorities. In case of any problems during the examination, the candidates are requested to seek assistance from the invigilators present in the exam centre. Since the examination is an OMR-based test, the candidates will have to read the question and mark the correct answer out of the available options.

Is exam pattern important for GCET preparation?

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.

Where can I check the GCET exam pattern?

Candidates will be able to check the GCET exam pattern online at dte.goa.gov.in. The detailed information on how the entrance examination will be held can be checked through the exam pattern of GCET. No other mode will be used by the authorities to release the official exam pattern. Important details such as the exam mode, duration, nature of questions, marking scheme and more will be available through the GCET exam pattern. Before preparation, the candidates are advised to check the exam pattern carefully.

Where can I access the official GCET syllabus?

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.

Do I have to study the entire GCET syllabus?

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.

Is GCET syllabus important for the preparation process?

Yes. All candidates are advised to be familiar with the GCET syllabus before and during the preparation process. By knowing the syllabus beforehand, the candidates will be able to understand which subjects, units and topics that have to be studied for the entrance exam. Candidates will be able to prepare accordingly for th examination and have higher chances of securing the marks that are required for admissions into the preferred courses and colleges.

GCET B. Pharma Pattern 2024: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

134 Students Q&A

This exam is conducted for courses given below:

B.E. / B.Tech BArch BPT, BOT, BOpt, BScMIT, BScAT, ...B. Pharma

Updated on Apr 30, 2021 12:44 IST

By Hari Mahendra

Table of content

GCET Pharmacy 2021 exam pattern is the scheme on which the question paper of the entrance exam will be set. It consists of details of the question paper and is designed by the conducting body Directorate of Technical Education, Goa. The exam pattern helps the candidates understanding the question paper better. The exam pattern has the details about the exam such as duration of exam, language and the marking scheme. The GCET Pharmacy 2021 exam is scheduled for June 15 and 16, 2021. Below is the BCECE Pharmacy Exam Pattern 2021

Details	Features
Mode of the examination	Offline (Pen and paper-based)
Language of exam	English and Hindi
Duration of the examination	6 hours (2 hours for each section)
Type of questions	Objective type
Sections	Three (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology)
Total number of questions	225 (75 from each subject)
Total marks	225
Negative marking	No
Marking scheme	Correct answer +4 Incorrect answer -0

GCET pharmacy exam will be an offline exam. The candidates have to appear for the exam and it will be a pen-paper process. The exam centres will provide the OMR sheets to the candidates. No online facility will be given to the candidates. Also, the candidates have to carry their own pen and pencil with them. The pen and paper-based exam will have question papers available in the English language.

GCET Pharmacy 2021 question paper will be based on the syllabus of class 11 and class 12. The question paper will be set to test the knowledge and ability of the candidates in three subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology. The question paper will be divide into three sections of all three subjects respectively. Each section will have 75 objective type questions and will carry 75 marks in total. All three sections, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology will have 225 questions carrying 225 marks in total. Candidates will be given 120 minutes to complete each section.

Subject/Sections	Number of questions	Total marks	Duration
Physics	75	75	120 Minutes
Chemistry	75	75	120 Minutes
Mathematics/Biology	75	75	120 Minutes

GCET Pharmacy 2021 exam will not have any negative marking in its scheme. Each correct response will translate to one mark and each incorrect response will be given a zero marks.

Candidates must also note that the questions that have been left unanswered will not affect the marks in any way. For such questions, marks will neither be added nor subtracted.

Type of Response	Marks
Correct	+1
Incorrect	0
Un-attempted/Not answered	0

The candidates have to submit their responses on an OMR sheet and there are certain guidelines on the usage of the OMR sheet which the candidates have to follow.

Candidates cannot change the answers on the OMR sheet once answered
If a candidate has marked two responses for a question, the question will be considered having an incorrect response and will lead to the deduction of a mark.
There’s no option of erasing the responses once answered
A separate space for rough work purposes will be provided in the question booklet to the candidates and no candidate is allowed to write anything on the OMR sheet.

On the day of examination, candidates will be given interval breaks in between the switching of subject or sections. The candidates have to appear for three subjects, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The candidates will be given a break of 30 minutes between Physics and Chemistry papers and they have to stay within the premises of the test centre. Candidates can take refreshments during this break. During the break, candidates are advised to present near the exam centre during this period.

Explore subject-wise topics asked in GCET

Select your preferred subject

Physics

Chemistry

Biology

Medicine & Health Sciences exams whose registrations are closing soon

Register now and prepare to increase your chances at top colleges which accept these exams

Registration ends soon

GD Goenka Test

GD Goenka Aspire 2024 Registration

Mar '24 - Jul '24

View allMedicine & Health Sciences exams

Get prep tips, practice papers, exam details and important updates

Download Important Dates for Medicine & Health Sciences Exams

GCET Exam

Student Forum

Anything you would want to ask experts?

Write here...

What is the next step in the GMCH Chandigarh admission process after qualifying the GCET entrance exam?

Answered Yesterday

After qualifying the GCET entrance exam, the next step is to register for the counselling conducted by the college. For this, applicants must visit the college's official website, log in and upload the required documents. Then, shortlisted candidates must report to the college for a medical fitness

Himanshi Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

How much marks should I secure in GCET to get BSc admission at GMCH Chandigarh?

Answered Yesterday

GMCH Chandigarh conducts GMCH Combined Entrance Test (GCET) to shortlist applicants for BSc admission. The seats are allocated through the subsequent counselling process based on the GCET ranks of applicants. However, to be eligible for the conuselling rounds, applicants are required to score the mi

Himanshi Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

What is the exam pattern of the GCET conducted by GMCH Chandigarh for BSc admission?

Answered Yesterday

GCET is the entrance test conducted by GMCH Chandigarh to shortlist applicants for BSc admission. The exam consists of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The syllabus for the exam may vary across the specialisations. The medium of GCET is English only. Each question carries one mark and there is

Himanshi Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

View More 134 Comments ->