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Full Form of GSET, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Admit Card

authorImageGirijesh Singh18 Sept, 2023
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GSET

The Gujarat State Eligibility Test (GSET) is a state level exam held once a year by the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. The purpose of the exam is  to recruit candidates for the post of assistant professor in various colleges in Gujarat.

Highlights of GSET 2023

Below is the table that highlights the essential details about the exam:

Particulars Detail
Name of the Exam GSET
Full form of GSET Gujarat State Eligibility Test
Level of Exam State Exam 
Type of Exam State Eligibility Test 
Organizing Body  Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda 
Application Mode  Online 
Exam Mode Offline 
Exam Date 2023 Not yet announced
Duration of the Exam 3 hours (180 minutes)
Official Website gujaratset.ac.in

GSET 2023 Eligibility Criteria

 Let us take a look at the eligibility criteria for GSET 2023 

GSET 2023 Educational Requirements

  • The minimum requirement for the general/unreserved candidates is 55% in their master’s degree or equivalent exam (which must be recognised by UGC).
  • Other category candidates must have at least 50% marks from a recognized university.
  • Post graduation streams like sciences, social science, computer science, and humanities are accepted.

Age Limit For GSET 2023

  • For the post of assistant professor, there is no upper age limit

Nationality for GSET 2023

  • Candidates must be Indian citizens.

Application fees for GSET 2023

The table below covers the application fee for candidates based on various categories:

Category Application Fee
  • General category
  • Unreserved category 
  • General-EWS
  • SEBC Non-creamy layer
The application fee for these category candidates is INR 900
  • SC
  • ST
  • Transgender
Candidates from this category need to pay a fee of INR 700
  • PwD
The application fee for these candidates is INR 100

GSET Exam Pattern 

Paper  Total Questions  Total Marks Time Duration
Paper 1: Teaching, research aptitude 50 questions 100 marks 1 hour
Paper 2: core subject  100 questions 200 marks 2 hour
Total  150 questions 300 marks 3 hour

Paper 1 Syllabus

The topics covered in Paper 1 are the following: 

  • Research Aptitude 
  • Comprehension 
  • Communication
  • Teaching Aptitude
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Math aptitude and reasoning
  • Data Interpretation (DI)
  • ICT 
  • Higher Education System
  • People, development, and environment

Paper 2 syllabus

Paper 2 will cover the following topics:

  • Sanskrit
  • Sociology 
  • History 
  • Economics
  • Hindi
  • Gujarati
  • Life Science
  • Mathematical Science
  • Physical science
  • Chemical Science 

Note: The subject for Paper 2 is based on your core subject selection. 

GSET Admit Card for GSET 2023

The admit card for the GSET exam 2023 will be released once the application form deadline has been met. 

However, the steps below will provide you with an overview of how to obtain or check for your admit card:

  • Firstly, go to the official website of GSET; gujaratset.ac.in.
  • Click on the tab to download the hall ticket.
  • To log in, you must submit all your details, such as your registration number and date of birth.
  • Once you are logged in, you can download the admission card.
  • Lastly, save the admission card and take a printout 

Preparation Tips for GSET 2023

To clear the GSET exam, it is important to have a proper study plan in place. 

Here are a few tips that can help you prepare for the GSET exam:

  • It would be ideal to prepare at least six months to a year before the exam.
  • Additionally, it is important to check the syllabus and divide each subject based on your strengths and interests.
  • Download past papers to get an idea of the exam pattern and questions.
  • Most importantly, choose your study material wisely. Only refer to trusted sources such as Physics Wallah’s online learning platform or their YouTube channel.
  • Take enough breaks to keep your mind fresh.
  • Take notes in the form of listicles, as these are easier to memorize.
  • Lastly, practice as much as you can.

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What is the importance of the GSET exam?

The importance of the Gujarat State Eligibility Test is that it allows candidates to work as assistant professors upon clearing the exam. Moreover, it is a respectable job and allows the candidates to work as an assistant professor anywhere in the state of Gujarat. 

What is the age limit for GSET?

Although there is no upper limit for the GSEt exam, the candidate must be older than 18 years old and must hold a master’s degree with the required marks from a recognised university.

Is the SET exam easy to clear?

Yes, the SET exam is easy to clear as the difficulty level is usually moderate. Moreover, with the right preparation and resources, anyone can clear the exam. However, the cutoff for the exam is decided on the performance of the majority of the candidates and the level of difficulty of the paper.

What are the passing marks of the GSET exam?

The passing marks for the general category are 40%, whereas for OBC, SC, ST, and PWD candidates, the passing marks are 35%.

Is the GSET exam conducted every year?

Yes, the Gujarat State Eligibility Test takes place every year. 
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