GCAS – Gujarat University – Detailed Admissions Guide
Gujarat University conducts centralized online admissions for all its Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Integrated, Diploma, Certificate, PhD, and MPhil programs through the Gujarat Common Admission Service (GCAS) portal. The admission process, booklets, fee structures, and help resources are all available on the Gujarat University Admissions Portal.
1. Admission Portals & Key Resources
- GCAS Registration: gcas.gujgov.edu.in
- University Admissions Page: gujaratuniversity.ac.in/admissions
- UG & Integrated Programs Booklet: View PDF
- B.Ed. Admissions: B.Ed. Prospectus
- PhD/MPhil Admissions: Vacant Seats & Schedule
2. Programs Offered
Gujarat University offers a diverse range of programs across disciplines:
- UG: BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BCA, BEd, BPharm, BLIS, BPA, Integrated Programs (Law, Business, Science)
- PG: MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA, MEd, MSW, MJMC, MTech, Integrated MSc/MBA
- Doctoral: PhD & MPhil (through GCAS & Samarth Portals)
- Diploma/Certificate: GST, IT, Counseling, and other professional short-term courses
3. Eligibility Criteria
- UG Programs: 10+2 (HSC) with English from GSHSEB, CBSE, CISCE, IB, NIOS, or other recognized boards
- PG Programs: Valid Bachelor’s Degree
- PhD/MPhil: Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline
4. Reservation Policy
| Category | Reservation (%) |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 7% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 15% |
| SEBC (NCL) | 27% |
| Physically Disabled | 5% (min 40% disability) |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) | 10% |
| Girls (across categories) | 33% |
| Sports/NSS/NCC/Cultural | 2% |
| Ex-Servicemen | 1% |
Board-Wise Quota: 90% seats for GSHSEB students; 10% for other boardsExternal Students: Non-Gujarat board students must obtain a Provisional Eligibility Certificate (PEC) before applying.
5. Merit List & Tie-Breaker Rules
- Merit is calculated on external theory marks (up to 4 decimals)
- Tie-breaker sequence:
- Total marks in qualifying exam
- English subject marks
- SSC (10th) aggregate
- Older candidate (by date of birth)
6. Admission Process Overview
- Registration: Complete online registration on GCAS Portal; pay ₹300 registration fee.
- Document Upload: Upload mark sheets, signature, photo, caste/EWS/PEC documents.
- Choice Filling: Select courses, departments, and colleges in order of preference.
- Seat Allotment: Based on merit, preferences, and availability. Download offer letter from portal.
- Fee Payment: Pay online tuition fees via GCAS.
- Reporting: Visit allotted college with original documents; complete final OTP-based confirmation.
Subsequent reshuffling rounds are conducted for vacant seats. Once admitted, a candidate becomes ineligible for later rounds.
7. Required Documents
- 10th (SSC) mark sheet
- 12th (HSC) mark sheet
- Transfer or Migration Certificate
- Caste, SEBC, EWS, or Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-serviceman/Defence Certificate (if applicable)
- PEC for external students
- GCAS Application Form, Allotment Letter, Token Fee Receipt
8. Fee Structure & Refund Policy
Program-wise fees are detailed in Annexure 1 of the admission booklet. A 10% deduction applies in case of withdrawal after confirmation. Unreported Round-1 fees are refundable after the admission cycle, minus the deduction.
9. Important Notices
- False Documents: Lead to disqualification and 2-year ban.
- Ragging Prohibited: Offenders face expulsion and legal action.
- Jurisdiction: All disputes fall under Ahmedabad City court jurisdiction.
10. Help Centers & Contact Information
All affiliated colleges and departments function as Help Centres.
Gujarat University Admission Cell (GUAC):
Navrangpura, Ahmedabad – 380009
Phone: 079-27910032 / 079-27911142 / 079-27911143