Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Uni-GAUGE-E 2026, conducted by the ERA Foundation, is a prominent engineering entrance examination for admission into undergraduate engineering (B.E./B.Tech) courses at member universities. To be eligible for the Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 exam, candidates must meet specific academic and age-related criteria as per the guidelines outlined by the Uni-GUAGE authorities.

Candidates are advised to carefully review the detailed Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 eligibility criteria on the official Uni-GUAGE website and respective member university sites to ensure compliance before applying. The Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 eligibility framework ensures that only suitably qualified candidates should appear for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026, maintaining standards across engineering admissions.

Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 2026 for their second Pre-University Course (PUC or Class 12 or Higher Secondary) or an equivalent examination recognized by the State or Central Government. The qualifying examination must include Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry or Biology or Biotechnology or any other technical vocational course as an optional subject. English is also a compulsory subject.

Minimum Marks: General Merit candidates must have secured a minimum aggregate of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (or optional subjects) and be passed in these subjects individually. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, or OBC categories benefit from relaxation and need a minimum of 40% marks in these subjects.

Age Limit: Candidates should have completed or will complete 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2026. Candidates below 17 years of age as on January 1, 2026, may need to provide an eligibility certificate as per university directives.

Diploma Holders: Diploma students can also apply for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 for admission to B.E./B.Tech courses at participating universities; however, eligibility based on diploma qualifications is subject to policies of the respective member university.

Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026. Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) candidates may apply but may require additional eligibility certification from affiliating universities.

Additional Notes for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026 Candidates:

• Candidates who were caught impersonating or involved in malpractices previously are disqualified from participating.
• Candidates must ensure fulfilling all criteria for the university they wish to join, as universities may have additional eligibility
• Appearing candidates in the qualifying examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply.

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FAQs:

Q1. What is the minimum educational qualification required for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026? Ans. Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the second PUC or 10+2 Higher Secondary or an equivalent exam with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry/Biology or Biotechnology or technical vocational courses.

Q2. Is there a minimum percentage required for eligibility?

Ans. Yes, General category candidates need at least 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics; for SC/ST/OBC candidates, the minimum requirement is 40%.

Q3. Can diploma holders apply for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026?

Ans. Diploma holders can apply to member universities; however, eligibility for diploma holders depends on individual university policies.

Q4. Are candidates appearing in the qualifying exam eligible to apply?

Ans. Yes, those appearing in 10+2 or equivalent exams in 2026 can apply provisionally.

Q5. What about age criteria for Uni-GAUGE-E 2026?

Ans. Candidates must have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2026. For candidates below 17 years as of January 1, 2026, an eligibility certificate may be required.