Can Non-Gujaratis Get Top Colleges Through GUJCET? Category-Wise Cut-off Trends

Aspirants from outside Gujarat commonly ask: Can non-Gujaratis get admission to top colleges through GUJCET? Yes, they can, but with certain eligibility conditions and limitations. Generally, the GUJCET 2026 admission is governed by state quota rules, which include a significant impact on non-domicile aspirants in their admission. This article explains how non-Gujaratis are able to secure admission through GUJCET, along with an analysis of cut-off trends for GEN-EWS, SC, ST, and OBC candidates.

GUJCET Eligibility Rules for Non-Gujarat Candidates

The GUJCET is mainly for students from Gujarat domicile; however, candidates from other states are not ruled out completely. The competition for a seat in the best government colleges is even more challenging for non-domiciled students.

Main Eligibility Criteria:

• Only Gujaratis are allowed for GUJCET
• Admission is possible into the university through: All India seats, Management quota (private colleges) in India.
• The state quota seats are largely reserved for Gujarat domiciles

Also Check: GUJCET 2026 Eligibility

GEN-EWS Cut-off Trends for Non-Gujaratis Through GUJCET

General and EWS category candidates from outside Gujarat find that the level of competition for admission to GUJCET is maximum. Since a large intake in premier government colleges falls under EWS reservations for Gujaratis, GEN-EWS non-Gujaratis have a cut-off that is significantly higher than others. Getting admission into premier colleges requires a very high score in GUJCET, along with a high merit position,n because the intake for All India seats is very limited. Therefore, GEN-EWS non-Gujaratis have a greater chance of getting admitted to premier private colleges than government ones unless their score is significantly high.

OBC Cut-off Trends for Non-Gujarat Candidates

The reservation policy regarding OBC candidates from other states is very restricted in GUJCET counselling, as the reservation is state-specific. Many times, OBC candidates from outside Gujarat fall under the General category and have to meet higher cut-offs. The cut-offs lie in the range of moderate to high, depending on the college and branch type. However, there are good admission possibilities during later stages of counselling, especially in private and self-financed colleges, where the seat constraint is relatively flexible.

SC Cut-off Trends for Non-Gujaratis

The chances of admission in the cases of SC candidates from outside Gujarat are much better in comparison to General candidates; some restrictions are applicable in these cases as well. The cut-offs for non-Gujarati candidates of the SC community are lower than the GEN EWS but higher than Gujarat-based SC candidates. The difficulty in these cases persists as the top government colleges are still a contest to crack; hence, a high GUJCET performance is required. The following are required in document verification for availing the benefits of the respective categories.

ST Cut-off Trends for Non-Gujarat Candidates

The chances of admission in the cases of SC candidates from outside Gujarat are much better in comparison to General candidates; some restrictions are applicable in these cases as well. The cut-offs for non-Gujarati candidates of the SC community are lower than the GEN EWS but higher than Gujarat-based SC candidates. The difficulty in these cases persists as the top government colleges are still a contest to crack; hence, a high GUJCET performance is required. The following are required in document verification for availing the benefits of the respective categories.

Criteria for Deciding the Merit List of Non-Gujarati Students

There are certain factors which come into play in determining whether a non-Gujarat candidate can get into a premier college through:

• Number of All India Seats
• Regulations regarding reservations by category
• Merit rank and GUJCET rank
• On the Popularity of the branch of study
• Popularity of Counselling round and seat conversion

Yes, non-Gujaratis have the possibility of admission to top colleges under GUJCET, but the prospects are minimal and highly competitive, especially in government colleges. GEN-EWS and OBC candidates have to confront higher cut-offs, while SC and ST aspirants enjoy comparatively relaxed trends, though still more rigid compared to the students from Gujarat domicile. Success depends a lot on the score, category, seat availability, and counselling strategy. Non-Gujarat aspirants need to decide upon high goals, be flexible, and make informed choices regarding colleges in order to maximise their chances through admissions at GUJCET.

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