The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) will close the application window for the GUJCET 2026 exam with a late fee on January 16, 2026. This is the final chance for students who want to get admission into degree engineering and pharmacy courses in colleges across Gujarat. The exam body will not provide any further extensions for the application deadline. Students must complete their applications online through the official GUJCET portal.
GUJCET, or Gujarat Common Entrance Test, is a key exam for students looking to join engineering and pharmacy degree programs after their 12th standard. This test helps colleges in Gujarat select eligible candidates for various technical courses.
Students who could not apply during the regular registration period can still apply now. However, they will need to pay an extra late fee. It is important for all interested candidates to apply quickly to avoid any issues at the last moment.
Important Dates for GUJCET 2026
Here are the important dates for the GUJCET 2026 application and exam:
| Event | Date |
| GUJCET 2026 Application Form Deadline with late fee | January 16, 2026 |
| GUJCET 2026 Application Correction Window | Mid-January 2026 (Tentative) |
| GUJCET 2026 Admit Card Release | Second week of March 2026 (Tentative) |
| GUJCET 2026 Exam Date | March 29, 2026 |
Students should check these dates carefully. The correction window allows applicants to fix any mistakes in their submitted form. The admit card is a mandatory document for taking the exam.
GUJCET 2026 Application Fee Details
Candidates applying during this final period must pay the regular application fee plus a late fee. The total amount to pay is INR 1,350.
| Fee Type | Amount |
| Regular Application Fee | INR 350 |
| Late Fee | INR 1,000 |
| Total Payable Amount | INR 1,350 |
Students can pay the application fee using online or offline methods. For online payment, they can use a credit card, debit card, or net banking through the SBI ePay system. For offline payment, students can generate a challan from the GUJCET website and pay the fee at any specific SBI bank branch. Make sure your payment is successful before moving to the next steps of the application.
How to Apply for GUJCET 2026
The entire application process for GUJCET 2026 is online. Follow these steps to fill and submit your application form:
- Step 1: Go to the Official Website. Visit the official GUJCET portal at gujcet.gseb.org.
- Step 2: Register as a New User. Click on the registration link. You will need to provide your personal details and create a new login ID and password.
- Step 3: Log In and Pay Fees. Use your new login details to sign in. Find the section for fee payment and pay the total application fee of INR 1,350. You can choose to pay online or offline.
- Step 4: Fill the Application Form. After paying the fee, fill out the detailed application form. Enter all your personal information, academic qualifications, and contact details correctly.
- Step 5: Upload Documents. Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your signature. Ensure these image files are between 5 KB and 50 KB in size and in the correct format as mentioned on the website.
- Step 6: Review and Submit. Carefully check all the information you have entered in the application form. Make sure there are no errors. Once everything is correct, click the submit button.
It is a good idea to download and print a copy of your submitted application form for your own records.
GUJCET 2026 Exam Information
The GUJCET 2026 exam will be held offline on March 29, 2026. This means students will write the test using a pen and paper, marking their answers on an OMR sheet. This exam helps shortlist candidates for admission into various degree engineering and pharmacy courses in colleges across Gujarat.
