DUCET Pattern 2024: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Updated on Mar 12, 2024 15:29 IST

By Aayushi Madavi, Associate Senior Executive

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Before appearing for the Dravidian University Common Entrance Test (DUCET), candidates need to know the DUCET exam pattern and marking scheme. Through the information shared here, candidates have an idea of what to expect in the entrance exam, the weightage of marks and many other queries which come up before appearing for an entrance test.

Q: What is the marking scheme in DUCET exam?

Candidates interested to appear in the DUCET exam need to check the table below to know about the marking scheme of the DUCET exam.

Particulars	Details
Total Questions	100
Maximum number of marks	100
Negative Marking	No

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Q: Who conducts the DUCET exam?

Candidates can refer the table below to know about the DUCET exam details.

Particulars	Details
Name of Exam	Dravidian University Common Entrance Test (DUCET)
Conducting Body	Dravidian University

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Q: What is the application date for DUCET exam 2024?

DUCET 2024 tentative application process is likely to commence from October 03, 2024. Once released, candidates will be required to visit the official website of the Dravidian University i.e., dravidianuniversity.ac.in to fill the DUCET registration form. Notably, the tentative deadline to submit the DUCET 2024 application form is November 01, 2024. Candidates interested to apply for the exam should have a bachelor’s degree in the respective field.

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DUCET Exam Highlights
DUCET Exam Pattern
DUCET Marking Scheme
FAQs on DUCET Pattern

DUCET Exam Highlights

Name of Exam	Dravidian University Common Entrance Test (DUCET)
Conducting Body	Dravidian University
Exam Mode	Offline
Exam Duration	100 minutes
Exam Medium	Bilingual- English and Telugu
Maximum Marks	100 marks
Exam Pattern	Objective Type Questions
Official Website	http://www.dravidianuniversity.ac.in/index.php

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Q: What is the mode and medium of DUCET exam?

Candidates can refer the space below to know about the mode and medium of DUCET exam.

Exam Mode	Offline
Exam Duration	100 minutes
Exam Medium	Bilingual- English and Telugu

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Q: Can I choose my exam centre in DUCET exam?

You can choose the nearest exam centre next to you while filling up the DUCET application form. Candidates can refer the table given below to know about the previous year's DUCET exam centre for reference.

DUCET Exam Centres	Centre Code
Dravidian University Campus, Kuppa,	Centre Code – 1
P.V.K.N Govt. College, Chittoor	Centre Code – 2
S.G.S Arts College, Tirupathi	Centre Code – 3
Govt. College, Madanapalle	Centre Code – 4
Govt. Arts College, Anantapur	Centre Code – 5
Silver Jubilee Govt. College, Kurnool	Centre Code – 6
Govt. First Grade College, K.G.F, Karnataka	Centre Code – 7
Govt. Degree College, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu	Centre Code – 8

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Q: What is the eligibility criteria for Master of Science (MSc) course through DUCET?

In order to pursue Master of Science (MSc) course at Dravidian University, candidates should be aware about the eligibility criteria of the exam. To get admission in MSc course, candidates should have done their Bachelor of Science (BSc) from a recognised university and should have secured at least a minimum 55% marks. Candidates can refer Shiksha's page or the official website of the exam to know in detail about the MSc.

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DUCET Exam Pattern

The DUCET 2024 exam pattern is as such is that the entrance exam will have objective type questions. The maximum number of marks is 100 and the duration of the entrance exam is 100 minutes. Candidates can keep in mind the following table:

Objective Type Questions	100
Exam Duration	100 minutes
Exam Medium	Bilingual: English and Telugu
Division of Exam	Group – 1 and Group – 2

DUCET Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for DUCET 2024 is as such that there will be no negative marking. One mark will be awarded for each question.

Total Questions	100
Maximum number of marks	100
Negative Marking	No

FAQs on DUCET Pattern

Candidates can check the space below to know about the FAQs related to DUCET Pattern.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the full form of DUCET exam?

The full form of DUCET exam is Dravidian University Common Entrance Test. DUCET exam is conducted by Dravidian University. DUCET exam is held in offline mode. Candidates interested to appear for the DUCET exam need to check the Shiksha's page or the official website of the exam to know all about the DUCET exam.

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Q: I have done Science in class XII, can I apply for BA in Political Science?

As per the eligibility criteria set by the Dravidian University, for admission in BA (Bachelor pf Arts) priority is given to students who have done their class XII in Arts subject. Candidates are suggested to refer Shiksha's page or the official website of the exam to know more about the exam.

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Q: Does Dravidian University offer Master in Social Work (MSW)?

Yes. Through DUCET, candidates can apply for admission in Master of Social Work, which is offered by the Dravidian University. Candidates interested to appear for the DUCET exam need to know about the eligibility criteria for the exam criteria of the course. Candidates can refer the Shiksha's page to know about the detailed eligibility criteria of the Master in Social Work (MSW) exam.

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Q: Is there an entrance test for BEd at Dravidian University?

Yes. Candidates will have to appear for DUCET in order to apply for admission in BEd. Candidates interested to appear for the DUCET exam should know about the eligibility criteria required for the exam. Candidates can refer the Shiksha's page to know about the detailed eligibility criteria of the course.

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Q: What is the eligibility criteria for Master of Arts (MA) course through DUCET?

In order to pursue Master of Arts (MA) course at Dravidian University, candidates should be aware about the eligibility criteria of the exam. To get admission in Master of Arts (MA) course, candidates should have done their graduation in any discipline from a recognised university along with securing at least a minimum 55% marks. Candidates can refer Shiksha's page or the official website of the exam to know in detail about the Master of Arts (MA) course.

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