State Board Counselling
Overview of GSEB Science Stream Exams
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) conducts the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) exams for students in the Science stream. These exams are crucial as they pave the way for future academic and career pursuits, particularly in engineering, medicine, and pure sciences.
Syllabus
- Key Topics:
- Kinematics
- Thermodynamics
- Optics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Modern Physics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Exam Level: The questions range from basic understanding to application-based, with some conceptual and numerical problems.
- Key Topics:
- Organic Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium
- Electrochemistry
- Chemical Kinetics
- Exam Level: The focus is on both theory and chemical reactions, with practical-based questions that test lab work understanding.
- Key Topics:
- Genetics
- Cell Biology
- Human Physiology
- Plant Physiology
- Ecology
- Evolution
- Biotechnology
- Exam Level: The exam is a mix of theoretical understanding, diagrams, and case studies with a slight emphasis on practical knowledge.
- Key Topics:
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Trigonometry
- Coordinate Geometry
- Probability
- Vector Algebra
- Exam Level: The paper primarily tests problem-solving skills, with a good balance between theoretical questions and numerical problems.
Exam Pattern
The GSEB Science stream exams are designed to evaluate students’ understanding and application of concepts across various subjects. Here’s a breakdown of the exam pattern:
1. Subjects Covered:
– Core Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology,English
– Optional Subjects : Computer Science, , and sanskrit and other.
2. Question Types:
– MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions): Typically, 50% of the paper comprises MCQs.
– Short Answer Questions: Around 30% of the paper.
– Long Answer Questions: The remaining 20% focuses on detailed answers.
3. Total Marks:
– Each subject carries 100 marks, divided as
– MCQ :50 marks
– Theory: 50 marks.
– Practical: 50 marks
(PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY)
4. Exam Duration:
– Each theory paper is 3 hours long.
– Practical exams are usually conducted in separate sessions.(3 Hrs for each)
5. Language:
– Exams can be attempted in English or Gujarati, depending on the medium of instruction.
Timing and Schedule
Examination Period: Typically, the exams are conducted in March every year, with practical exams scheduled in February.
Daily Schedule: Most exams are conducted in the morning session from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
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