Senior Content Specialist | Updated On - May 6, 2024
The Goa Common Entrance Test (GCET) is the state-level entrance examination conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education, Goa, for admission into professional degree courses in the state. The GCET aims to assess a candidate's suitability to pursue technical and professional education programs offered by various colleges in Goa. The GCET exam consists of multiple choice objective-type questions covering Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology subjects for different streams. It is typically a 3-hour long pen and paper based test. Some premier institutes like BITS Pilani, Goa Campus also accept GCET scores for engineering admissions.
The GCET results are usually declared within a month of the entrance exam. In 2023, the GCET exam is scheduled to be conducted from May 8-10 while in 2024, the tentative exam dates would be in the first or second week of May. The results would be declared most likely by the first week of June for respective years. Students qualifying in the GCET exam and meeting required cut-offs can seek admission into degree programs like MBBS, BDS, B.E, B.Pharm, among others offered at various colleges affiliated with Goa University as well as private institutions based on counselling and merit.
The exact dates for GCET 2024 will be announced by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa, in the official notification. Typically, GCET is conducted in May.
You can check the GCET Exam 2024 dates by referring to the official DTE Goa website or the official exam notification once it is released.
The official notification, including the GCET Exam dates, is typically published a few months before the exam. Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates.
While efforts are made to maintain the announced exam dates, unforeseen circumstances may lead to changes. It's essential to stay updated with official notifications for any date changes.
The GCET exam is usually conducted over two days, with different papers on each day. The specific schedule, including paper-wise dates and timings, will be provided in the official notification.
Typically, exam dates for GCET are fixed and cannot be changed individually. Candidates must appear on the scheduled dates as per the official schedule.
If you have a conflict with the GCET exam dates, it's advisable to plan your preparations and commitments accordingly to ensure you can attend the exam as scheduled.
GCET retests or makeup exams are generally not provided. It's crucial to make all necessary arrangements to appear for the exam on the scheduled dates.
The refund policy for GCET exam fees may vary. Candidates should refer to the official notification or contact the exam authorities for information regarding refunds due to missed exams.
To receive updates on GCET Exam dates and notifications, regularly visit the official DTE Goa website and subscribe to any notification services they offer.