ACPC Eligibility Criteria 2026

General Domicile Requirements

To be eligible for the State Quota seats under ACPC Gujarat, candidates must satisfy specific domicile and schooling criteria. The general conditions include:

The candidate must have passed the qualifying examination (10+2 or equivalent) from a school located in the state of Gujarat.
Candidates whose parents are of Gujarat origin and who are residing outside the state are also eligible, provided they produce the necessary domicile certificates.
Students who have passed their qualifying exam from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) or Sainik Schools located outside Gujarat, but whose parents originally belong to Gujarat, are eligible.
Outside Gujarat candidates (who do not hold Gujarat domicile) can apply for the All India Quota seats (AIQ) in self-financed institutes based on national level entrance exams (like JEE Main).

B.E. / B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying Exam	Passed 10+2 (Science Stream) from Gujarat Board, CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, or an equivalent board located in Gujarat.
Mandatory Subjects	Physics and Mathematics are compulsory, along with one of Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational Subject.
Minimum Marks	Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS candidates) in the above three subjects combined.
Entrance Exam	Must have appeared for GUJCET 2026 (for State Quota) or JEE Main 2026 (for All India Quota).

B.Pharm & D.Pharm Eligibility

Qualifying Exam: Passed 10+2 (Science) from a recognized board located in Gujarat.
Subjects: Physics and Chemistry are compulsory, along with Mathematics or Biology (PCM/PCB).
Minimum Marks: Must secure at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) in theory and practicals combined in the qualifying subjects.
Entrance Exam: A valid score in GUJCET 2026 or NEET 2026 is required for state quota admissions.

Architecture & MBA/MCA Eligibility

For B.Arch (Architecture)

Academic: Passed 10+2 scheme of examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, OR passed a 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
Entrance Exam: It is strictly mandatory to qualify the NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) 2026.

For MBA & MCA

Academic (MBA): Must hold a minimum 3-year Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
Academic (MCA): Bachelor's degree with 50% (45% for reserved categories). Must have passed Mathematics/Statistics/Business Maths at the 10+2 level or at the Graduation level.
Entrance Exam: Must have qualified CMAT 2026 conducted by NTA.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is JEE Main compulsory for B.Tech admission through ACPC?

No, GUJCET is the primary exam for state quota seats in Gujarat. However, a small percentage of seats in self-financed and government colleges are filled through JEE Main (All India Quota).

Do I need to be a resident of Gujarat to apply?

For state quota seats, you generally need to have passed your 12th from a school in Gujarat or your parents must be of Gujarat origin. Outside state candidates can apply for All India Quota seats.

What is the minimum percentage required in 12th for B.Tech?

Candidates must secure at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories) in Physics, Mathematics, and their chosen third subject combined.

Is NATA mandatory for B.Arch?

Yes, a valid NATA score is strictly mandatory for admission into B.Arch courses through ACPC. No other entrance exam is accepted for Architecture.