Last Updated on August 7, 2023 by Vishnu Nambiar
Is passing external exams of GTU (Gujarat Technological University) very difficult? Many students bring more KTs than they can manage. But why does this happen? According to me, it is almost impossible to fail in GTU! Yes, I’m serious. Many blame that GTU is tough and it is shit and what not! But I say that GTU is very easy to crack. You have to follow these basic steps and put in just moderate ‘hard-work’ to pass the exams with decent marks.
Now, by doing what I say, you won’t end up topping GTU. Yes, you will manage to avoid the bundle of ATKTs that have always bothered you before. These tips don’t belong to me only. I’ve discussed this topic with many of my college friends and we arrived at the conclusion. So these are the basic steps to follow to pass GTU external exams.
1 Understand the Blueprint of the paper
![Blueprint](http://cdn-64808e51c1ac1878f84d38a4.closte.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/tipstopassgtuexamblueprint-150x150.jpg)
This step is very important. By looking at the past year’s papers, you get an idea of what the paper will be like. You get the idea of how various questions’ marks are weighed. Buy a GTU question paper collection and start going through it. Based on your evaluation, you can utilize your time to prepare the questions which have more marks. I know a friend, who sits for hours, researching past years’ papers. He only prepares a handful of questions. He manages to pass each exam but doesn’t score high. He just studies for 1-2 day but still manages to pass!
2 Good diagrams
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Even if you have difficulty in memorizing theory part, diagrams and figures (not female figures!) are easy to remember. So if you don’t have time or are too lazy to learn a theory part, remember its figure. If that question is asked in the paper, draw that figure as sexily as you can with pencil. Then write down whatever you vaguely remember about the theory. Highlight the technical terms too! Dude, this is GTU, you have to get smart to survive!
3 Good writing
![English Calligraphy](http://cdn-64808e51c1ac1878f84d38a4.closte.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/tipstopassgtuexamwriting-150x150.jpg)
I still remember how I wrote my ES (Environmental Science) exam. I knew no shit about the subject. But I wrote my own home made answers and wrote them in good handwriting and drew good diagrams and figures whenever necessary. And guess what? I passed in that exam!
4 Always refer last year’s question paper
Make it a habit to refer as many past question papers as possible before exams. By doing so, you get to know the importance of some questions. These questions are almost asked in every exam! So prepare such very important questions well. Sometimes such questions alone get you the passing marks. If possible, buy the GTU question paper collections.
5 Learn English
![Reading](http://cdn-64808e51c1ac1878f84d38a4.closte.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/vacationreadbooks-150x150.jpg)
This tip is for my Gujarati medium friends. Without knowing English, it is difficult to understand the basic concepts of all subjects of engineering. Even if you understand the concept, you are unable to express it during exams. Many students fail in GTU exams only due to poor English. By learning English you can understand subjects better and you may also write your own ‘home-made’ answers convincingly.
6 Don’t always mug up chapters and lessons
In case of some subjects, like Environmental Science, mugging answers up is acceptable to an extent. But GTU students must try to avoid mugging up stuff. It is a tiresome process. Also, chances of forgetting the mugged up stuff during the exam is also high!
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Instead of just memorizing stuff, why not try to understand the meaning and concept behind it? Doing so is much more beneficial! By understanding the meaning and basics of certain portion, it will be etched in the mind for longer period of time. It can be recollected easily too! Pay attention in the class, try to understand how things work, read and understand more about the fundamentals and there will be no need of mugging things up!
7 Pay special attention to Credit subjects
This is a new update, which a reader provided me. According to him, GTU has this habit of coming up with totally unexpected and out of syllabus questions in case of credit subjects. Yes, this could pose a problem to students who are not well prepared. Keeping this in mind, why not give little bit special attention to credit carrying subjects?
Delve a bit deeper into the fundamentals of such subjects. If the basics are clear, no matter from where the question comes, one will be able to solve it! Usually out of syllabus questions are nothing, but a bit twisted and turned version of facts and figures from the syllabus. Those who know the minutest of details and fundamentals will be able to work things out and find the solution. So, in case of credit subjects, don’t just expect questions only from syllabus. Expect some tough questions and be prepared for them by focusing on the basics and minute details!
Now, after giving all that tips to pass GTU exams, the main thing is that there is no substitute for hard-work. If you have your own tips and tricks that you want to share, please use the comment section.
I am Vishnu Nambiar a career and educational blogger from India. I am also a full time educational consultant having more than 12 years of experience in the educational sector.
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Maths is like playing game make it your interest and play with maths you absolutely sucees in maths .
Maths is my favorite and also powerful.
it is true to fill whole supply and a extra supply Can get passing marks???????
This tips to very important to elements of mechanical engineering
good tips..thnk u…
I have problem with CAD in 4th sem mech.
Samaj me sab aata h par yaad nahi aata CAD me. Pls tips do yaad karne ki
Thanks for advise. i’ill apply your steps in next exam… Thank You
are yar gtu exam ka result pratice se jyada luck pe jata hai…
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jo paper sabse a6a jata hai usme KT aai jati bolo kese pass kre?/
myself srikanth i m very poor in maths its really hard to understand not even getting interest to practice i think its 11th time im appearing for backlog of maths 1 in diploma mechanical its been 2 years i have completed my diploma course but until now im still writing maths exam so plz help me out sir to gain my respect
Srikanth, focus on practice. Always write and solve problems, never just read through them and mud them up. Focus on understanding each step involved in the solution. Make use of solved as well as mock question papers.
Hello Sir i am a student of B.Pharm 6th sem. And i had a 2 atkt in 4th sem and 5 backlogs in 5th sem……so sir will you please give me some guideline and tips so could i clear my all pending backlogs and atkt….because sir i am already confused that how could i pass all d subjects when i have to give their exams at same schedule….and another burden is that i have to also preapre for my regular 6th sem subjects..!!
i actually got detained in 4th semester means didnt give exams for 4th semester as i was having more than 5kts…but now i wanted to know that this time when i go for giving 4th semester exam will they count sem 3 paper as a backlog or atkt
Iam BE Engineering student EC Sem-6 My Sem -1 Backlog EEE Is Not clear
hey sir, i’m shreya
i attempted all que. in maths-3 with correct formulas, but unfortunately got kt in it….
Is gtu checking only ans in maths???
Shreya, i don’t think so. But, sometimes the examiner may mess things up though.
I am really scared because I got a backlog for the first time. I am in 3rd sem and I got backlog in Maths 3. My question is if I get good marks in backlog exam will my grades will be updated and CPI will be updated or not ? And how the marks of backlog will affect in my overall result.
Can you tell how to pass in civil 3rd sem paper. Because there are many hard subject like MOS surveying and all.
Pritesh, the key is to start preparing earlier. Productive group study tips and note taking will also help you prepare well.
what can i do for pass in gtu first trial…???
i think all exams are passing by me..
but in result i am always fail one or two subjects…
please reply i need re-assasment in gtu diploma enggineering….. computer enggineering..
Kunj, re assessment is useless most of the times. Still, if you believe that the examiners made a mistake, you may go for it. Try to make full use of the above mentioned tips from the next semester onward. Try preparing early. That will solve many of your problems.
Awesome tips! Very useful!
Hey admin
How are marks counted after backlog I got backlog in maths 3
So even I cleared maths 3 with AB grade do I get AB or I will get only DD??
Reply at earliest
lol
Today I’m having my MSM paper
and I’ve not studied a single shit out of it.. hehe.. how to pass?
thankyou sir for ur great tips ……#
Hi arun sir thank you so much to give us tips….pls say how can i read and understand cpu subject easily because i give all 5 subject 3 to 4 days to prepare,.. how can i read cpu like very boring and tough subject…??
I’can’t solve engineering graphics ??? What to do ??
Dhruv, the best way to pass EG is by understanding the concepts and practicing by Drawing. Don’t just look at the problems and read through the steps. Understand and practice. Solve as many problems as you can, especially important ones that have been asked repeatedly in past years’ question papers too.
Hey Sir thanks to give us this tips,…. I found CPU very boring and difficult to read and remember how can I get really good mark on that?? Pls answer me fast???
what about the 4 k.t detaintion rule?
Every student want gtu change the rule!
Well, changing rules depends upon the authorities. What I feel is that students should focus more on studies and get rid of KTs. In this way, they won’t have to worry about rules since they won’t be getting KTs anymore!
I have only few trick to pass the exam
even though u dont understand the concept see every theory of syllabus. Bcoz it helps in any situation.(especially MDID).
Dont rely upon certain topics. It’s very harmful to u.bcoz we cant trust GTU.
Be ready for unseen question bcoz its the habbit of the GTU.(especially ^ credit subject)
Rather u know ans of que or not attempt all 10 que. becoz for attempt they can give atleast 1 mark.
If u dont know all step of numerical try to write equation atleast. n epress all term use in equation.
In theory try to answer in 1.5 or 2 page.
Thanks for providing your tips and opinion, Kewal.
Thank you so much for giving tips.
But why many gtu student are detain…?
Do you think 4 k.t rule is not enough for student.
Those students get detained who either have very poor English skills (they are not able to grasp the concepts due to this) or those who start preparing a day or two before the external examinations.
Are mare 11 subject ma Atkt 6e hu detain thava ni ar par 6u mare 11subject solved karva shu karvu
Are mare surveying-2 ma Atkt 6e mare solved karva shu karvu
i’m in 3rd year in comp 5th sem mah total 5 backlog nd 3k.t how to solve
daTE IN regular exam 5,8,10,17 and then backlog 22,24,26,,28,29,30dec,1,2,4 jan
tel me plzzz fast
hi, i am BE civil engineering(7th sem.) student ,please provide paper solutions and civil engineering is very hard.
How to top in gtu exam
How to score in bro exam
Help me… friend i am in 1st year and i want to score good marks but the syllabi is so vast that i cant prepare as i want to do help what should i do frnd
Please give me website regarding to chemical engineering to do better knowledge in study.
What about MOS ??? :/
Omer, regarding MOS, be good when it comes to formulas. Get fundamentals clear. It will be of help!
HIII ARUNBRO I HAVE MANY QUESTIONS FOR GTU EXAM , I AM IN 3RD SEM , AND NOT FULLY PAAS IN 1ST AND ALSO 2ND SEM SO PLZZZZZZZ GIVE ME SOME FUNDA SOR PASS GTU EXAM PLZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
hi i get Datastructure remidealy paper and paper so easy and i full confidently i got pass but result is show you are not clear in exam but i confidently pass then i recheck the paper so not clear……
so how ..?
Nitin, rechecking may not always prove useful.
you are absulataly right. thanks…
but one tip good handwrighting is not in. i see all topers they have ni good handwriting. they all write more in exam.
im detain student nd i have 12 papers to be solved,nw trouble is wat sud i do in this free year.
sud i start other course like interial designing or just stay focus in my study.
will it effect in my preparation ?
Jay, you may pursue such useful courses. But make sure that you manage time well and prepare for the Engineering subjects too.
How much time to do work for in a day?
For secuar maximum marks in mechanics of solid.
Please give me guide !!!!!!!!!!”!!”
Divyaraj, no such fixed time, to be honest. Work until you reach the target that you’ve set.
Arun is absolutely right. This is the “SUCCESS MANTRA”… Follow these tips carefully You will get success all time.. I completed my graduation with distinction following these tips only.. every time i started my preparation of exams a week before till then i know nothing about any subjects.. GTU is all about smart work.. I m following these tips in my post graduation also..
I’m feeling to do suciid bcoz of more kt’s
Shreepalsinh, please don’t do that! Don’t get disheartened. Today could be bad, even tomorrow could be bad. But day after tomorrow will be a good day. Please don’t take any extreme step!
I’m feeling to do suciid
I like gtu new rules.
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Arun u r amazing man .
Thinking for student is big thing
Arun u r amazing man .
Thinking for student is big think
Yur tips r really effective .
Thank u
How I pass the new subject with new course.
Subject.-KOM
Field- Mechanical
Im new nd old syllabus r different.
Some new chpters r add. To new book.
How I read the imp Question??
Plz sujjest me as soon as fast.
After 2 day I have exam of kom.
So plz….tell me….
Hey all is going good.
But the problem is maths 3.
Yaa ok you are right in maths only practising helps.
Can you give a website for last year paper solution.
Specially maths dude….
How to clear kt in management 1……..cant understand anything right now ….. and my exam is on 30th may. … so please give me a reply fast…
I undestand all the topics of subjects. But can’t remember during exam. I know by writing i can do this, but I don’t want that.If you have any other trick than tell me please.
Gud mrng sir,me face the qa1 paper all most student back lock why these subject more back lock …..and tips are use esaaly pass out the qa1 paper…
No need ! Just wake up before 1 hour of Exam and you will pass ! its GTU !!
very common advices.
It is important to clear of concepts and lim
ited pages fillup for short question
some student thinks that more page more marks. but it is not true. important is the main concept of the question should explain on the answer and simplification of figure
Please 5 tips is email this email and other tips is aaply me.
hey bro,
plz give some tips on maths and mos
I think iit’s very help full for all poor students and i seen from comments that this tips are helpfull. But now this time i’ll apply on my career because of i fail in 2nd and 3rd sem so… thanks in advance
Really amazing steps…
thanx for sharing…
thank you very much for suggest me this method…
Welcome, Jimit. Hope that things work according to your plan!
ya sure i will try that method..but not any other method..??
Or try contacting preferred college. Enquire if seats are vacant or not and whether they can see through your transfer.
hey bro Thank you for tips for passing in GTU but Dear I have one Question..pls reply me…
now i’m in 1st sem in gtu and after 1 month go to 2nd sem…after 2nd sem i want to change college not stream…so what is the rule & how can i change college in GTU in 2 year..??
Jimit, if you find an interested fellow from another college, who is willing to swap seat with you, try that method.
I am gujrati mideum student i have pass out envirmentel stdies in 8 Hours……
Cool feat Harsh!
I have tried all way to pass out MECHANICS OF SOLID….. I have attampt all the qstions……. Some times method is right but ans wrong….. All time result will remail constant…… FF…….How i will manage to crack that……
Hardik, prepare well the questions that are almost sure to be asked repeatedly each year. Deal well with formulas too.
Hii thank you ….good tips…Pakko Gujarati cho. Only preparation before10 days for passing gtu is enough… Practice is required..
Thank u for give this 5 trick
Please give any material inf. ya give website to preparation for important material sem1
Really Useful Steps to GTU Students. We are also following some of them.
i like your 5 steps. i looking good idea and better than my past to presents…
Thanx….will do that 🙂
For M.E paper solutions r not available. What should I do to pass
Shikha, in that case, why not indulge in some productive group study sessions? I think it will help you some doubts and prepare well for exams.
My english. is not week but when I m in exam hall becomes nervous nd I cant convence my ans. what is the solution of mahh problem? ??
Keyur, you still need to work on your English skills. With practice only would you overcome this obstacle, that stops you from presenting your answer well! Why not stand in front of mirror and explain theories, as if you are facing a class/crowd? It will be of help, I guess.
hello dude i have complate my diploma in GTU but i have atkt in maths-1 and now syllabus was changed and our exam papers prepaired by old syllabus so what can i do pls tell me because ill lost my job dut to 1 atkt pls help me!!!!!
Rakshit, buddy, I’m not aware of the updated syllabus. The best thing you can do is to take help of a person who is well versed in the latest syllabus.
I think it will very helpfull in during exam…& it’s really amazing tips 4 pass out ..thnx….
All the best Divyesh! Do well in exams!
Really nice tip. I am sure it helps students lot. If possible please post RKU Passing tips.
Studying holds the same base to an extent, irrespective of the Universities. So, to an extent, these tips will come handy during exams in your University’s case too.
Hi i am akshay.
can u give me a tips for gtu exams.
and how to pass in maths-3 please give me a shortcuts.
i am a diploma to degree student.
Akshay, Maths is all about practice. Give due importance to previous years’ question papers, important questions etc.
Good tips. Thanks.
For getting job need no backlog?
And consider 1&2 year band?
Samir, some companies even accept students who have couple of ATKTs pending. No, most of them don’t consider 1st and 2nd year scores. Mainly they go through last 4 semesters’ scores.
Ashutosh, if it is a Flying Officer that you want to become, then NDA is the way. You may also become it after graduation, by appearing for CDS or other AFCAT exams. But the latter two exams are meant for graduates only.
nice
Nice tips
Thanks!
i am student of comp engg.i am confused about using engg books bcoz there r many publications of same subject like techmax and technical.i have shown that the answers of techmax & technical are different.so i get confused about answers of which book should i learn?will u tell me to prefer which book so that i will get full marks in gtu questions?according to gtu answers of which publication help us to get full mark?
First, take opinion of lecturers and seniors.
maths sucks….mos sucks …..wht’s for that……
We are planning to start a forum for GTU students in this blog. For helping each other out.
What’s your opinion, will it be of help to others?