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The USET exam is the short form of the Undergraduate Scholarship Eligibility Test which is an entrance test conducted in India to offer admission in best undergraduate programs and scholarships. Taking place annually, the USET is aimed at selecting worthy students to study in schools of prominence all across India.
It tests knowledge in the fields of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and general knowledge as well as in other optional subjects. It is usually 300 questions where the candidate is required to answer the multiple choice part within 3 hours only. USET requires candidate to have the knowledge of high school curricula and they should possess good analytical abilities to solve the problem.
| Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Unified State Entrance Test (USET) |
| Conducted by | Various State Technical Universities (individually) |
| Eligibility | Class 12 pass with minimum marks in Mathematics and Physics (varies depending on the state) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen-and-Paper based) |
| Subjects | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (may vary slightly depending on the state) |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
| Marking Scheme | Positive marking (typically 1 mark for each correct answer and no negative marking) |
| Entrance to | Engineering and Technology courses in various State Universities and Colleges |
| State | Tentative Exam Window |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand (USET) | January 7, 2024 (already conducted) |
| Andhra Pradesh (AP EAMCET) | May 30 - June 2, 2024 |
| Telangana (TS EAMCET) | May 18 - 20, 2024 |
| Karnataka (KCET) | June 18 - 20, 2024 |
1. Check Eligibility
First, some of the requirements include age, educational background, and experience, as set by USET.
2. Registration & Application Form
When eligible, it is possible to pick up the application form and examination brochure from approved USET centers or download same from the body’s website should it release notifications on the exercise.
3. Fill the Application Form
Enter the required information into the form carefully and without mistakes. Ensure that you give your academic results, other course details, and personal information correctly.
4. Pay Application & Exam Fees Pay all the Application & Exam fees to the Directorate of distance Education of the respective universities from which the program is being offered.
The fees payable include an application fee and an exam fee that the candidate pays during the submission of the form. The payment is accepted on-line or through a demand draft.
5. Upload Documents
Photographs, signature, age proof, qualifying exam mark sheets are required and have to be scanned and uploaded in the specified sizes and format.
6. Submit Form
After the completion of the application form, it is essential to verify all the entries and fill in all the details required before the submission date is due in either the online or offline process.
7. Download Admit Card
When your form is accepted, download your admit card containing your roll number etc. before the examination for the respective stream/semester. This is a good time to go over all exam day guidelines and establish a routine.
| State | Exam Center Locations |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand (USET) | Almora, Dehradun, Haridwar, Nainital, Pithoragarh, Rishikesh, Rudrapur, Srinagar Garhwal |
| Andhra Pradesh (AP EAMCET) | Anantapur, Guntur, Hyderabad, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam |
| Telangana (TS EAMCET) | Adilabad, Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Mahabubnagar, Medak, Nalgonda, Nizamabad, Rangareddy, Warangal |
| Karnataka (KCET) | Bangalore, Belgaum, Bellary, Bijapur, Gulbarga, Hassan, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Tumkur |
| State | Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Uttarakhand (USET) | General | INR 1000 |
| SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD | INR 600 | |
| Andhra Pradesh (AP EAMCET) | All Categories | INR 850 |
| Telangana (TS EAMCET) | All Categories | INR 850 |
| Karnataka (KCET) | All Categories | INR 800 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline Pen and Paper Based Test (PBT) |
| Number of Papers | 2 (Paper I & Paper II) |
| Paper I | General Aptitude |
| - Topics | Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Reading Comprehension, Communication, Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), People and Environment, Higher Education System |
| - Number of Questions | 60 |
| - Maximum Marks | 60 |
| - Time Duration | 1 Hour |
| Paper II | Subject Specialization |
| - Topics | Based on your chosen subject (See official syllabus for details) |
| - Number of Questions | 120 |
| - Maximum Marks | 120 |
| - Time Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Marks | 180 |
| Marking Scheme | +2 for each correct answer, -0.5 for each incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted questions |
| Exam Language | English and Hindi |
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Teaching Aptitude | Principles of teaching, learning, and assessment; Teaching methods and techniques; Classroom management; Educational technology; Evaluation of teaching |
| Research Aptitude | Research methodology; Research design; Data collection and analysis; Interpretation of research findings; Research ethics |
| Reading Comprehension | Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and inferences; Understanding vocabulary and context; Analyzing author's purpose and style |
| Communication | Effective communication skills; Types of communication; Barriers to communication; Communication in the classroom |
| Reasoning (Mathematical Inclusion) | Number series, codes, letter series, classification, numerical relationships, syllogisms, analogies |
| Data Interpretation | Tables, graphs, charts, diagrams; Data analysis and interpretation |
| Information and Communication Technology (ICT) | Use of ICT in education; ICT tools and resources; ICT pedagogy |
| People and Environment | Environmental education; Sustainable development; Social responsibility |
| Higher Education System | Governance of higher education institutions; University autonomy; Faculty development; Quality assurance in higher education |
| Category | Book Title | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Aptitude | "How to Teach: Making a Difference in Education" | James H. Stronge |
| Research Aptitude | "Writing a Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day: A Guide for Students in the Humanities and Social Sciences" | Mortimer Adler |
| Reading Comprehension | "Arun Sharma's Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning" | Arun Sharma |
| Communication | "The Elements of Style" | William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White |
| Reasoning | "Analytical Reasoning for GATE & IES/PSU Preliminary Examinations" | Ravi N. Kapur |
| Data Interpretation | "Ace the GMAT Data Sufficiency" | Kaplan |
| ICT in Education | "Emerging Technologies and Applications in Education" | Victor C. X. Wang |
| Higher Education System | "The Handbook of Higher Education" | John C. Leggett |
