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GTU 3110004 Basic Civil Engineering (BCE) Old Question Papers PDF

Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) old question papers PDF (Regular & Remedial) and step-by-step solved questions for Basic Civil Engineering (BCE) across 2023 – 2026 examinations.

7 papers, 2023 – 202670 marks23 to pass2.5 hours
29 questions GTU asked more than onceAsked in 5 of 7 papers: What are the elementary principles of building planning? Describe any two in detail.See list

Exam papers

Most repeated questions

29 questions GTU set in two or more of 7 papers, most repeated first. Tap a year to open that paper at the question.

  1. What are the elementary principles of building planning? Describe any two in detail.

    7 marksAsked in 5 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q3c Winter 2025 Q2b Summer 2025 Q1c Winter 2024 Q3c OR Summer 2024 Q3c

  2. The following bearings were taken of a closed traverse ABCD. Calculate the interior angles of the traverse.

    7 marksSame type asked in 5 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q4c Winter 2024 Q5c Summer 2024 Q5c OR Winter 2023 Q4c OR Summer 2023 Q4c OR

  3. The following readings are taken on continuously falling ground with staff of 4 m. They are 0.400, 0765, 1.270, 2.560, 3.220, 3.950, 0.390, 1.690, 3.500, 0.800, 1.920, 2.450, 3.980. Enter the readings in the page of level book and calculate the RLs of all the points if the first reading was taken on Benchmark of 100.00 m using Height of Instrument Method.

    7 marksSame type asked in 4 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q4c OR Winter 2024 Q5c OR Winter 2023 Q4c Summer 2023 Q4c

  4. What is earthquake-resistant structures? Explain two principles used in their design.

    7 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q5c OR Winter 2024 Q4c OR Winter 2023 Q5c Summer 2023 Q5a OR

  5. Write short note on Floor area ratio.

    4 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q4b OR Summer 2025 Q1a Summer 2024 Q4b Winter 2023 Q3b

  6. Enlist Instruments used in chain surveying

    3 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q4a OR Summer 2026 Q5b Summer 2025 Q4a OR Winter 2024 Q4a OR Summer 2024 Q4a OR

  7. Enlist and explain various types of loads acting on building.

    7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q2c OR Winter 2025 Q3a Winter 2024 Q4a

  8. Explain Rainwater harvesting system with neat sketch.

    7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q5c Summer 2025 Q4b OR Winter 2024 Q4c

  9. Give full form of: a) MH b) FSL c) BBCC d) RCC

    4 marksSame type asked in 3 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q4b Summer 2025 Q5b OR Summer 2024 Q4b OR

  10. Differentiate between prismatic compass and surveyor’s compass.

    4 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q3b Winter 2024 Q4b OR Summer 2023 Q4b OR

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  1. What are the key components of GIS? Describe them briefly.

    7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q1c Summer 2024 Q1c

  2. Describe the important remedial measures to prevent slum formation.

    7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q3c Summer 2023 Q2c OR

  3. Describe various characteristics of BRTS.

    7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q4c Summer 2025 Q4c

  4. Describe water borne diseases with control measures.

    7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q4c OR Summer 2024 Q4c

  5. Describes characteristics of contour in detail.

    7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2025 Q4c OR Summer 2024 Q5a OR

  6. Draw a neat labeled cross-section of a wall showing major building components

    7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q3c Summer 2024 Q2c OR

  7. Enlist different types of cement. Explain properties of OPC and PPC.

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q1b Summer 2025 Q2b

  8. Describe pillars of smart city.

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q3b Summer 2024 Q4c OR

  9. Differentiate between WCB and QB system of bearings.

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q4b Summer 2024 Q4a

  10. Differentiate between plane survey and geodetic survey.

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2024 Q3b Summer 2023 Q4b

  11. Explain site plan and key plan.

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q3b OR Summer 2024 Q2b

  12. Explain the working principle of Line ranger.

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q5b Summer 2024 Q5b

  13. Differentiate between English bond and Flemish bond in brickwork

    4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2025 Q3b Summer 2023 Q5c

  14. As a Civil Engineer discuss your role in society

    3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2025 Q3a OR Summer 2024 Q1a

  15. Discuss the importance of zoning.

    3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q3a Winter 2024 Q4b

  16. Discuss aims and objectives of town planning.

    3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q3a Summer 2024 Q3a

  17. What are the uses of a contour map?

    3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2026 Q5a OR Winter 2024 Q5a OR

  18. Convert the following WCB in to RB: 1) 55°30’ 2) 279°00’ 3) 190°00'

    3 marksSame type asked in 2 of 7 papers

    Winter 2024 Q2a Winter 2023 Q4a OR

  19. Describe primary divisions of surveying.

    3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

    Summer 2025 Q2a Winter 2024 Q2b

Which branches take this subject

GTU's syllabus lists 3110004 for 25 branches. One set of papers serves all of them.

Semester 1: 25 branches

Aeronautical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Bio-Technology, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering (Green Technology & Sustainability Engineering), Chemical Technology, Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electronics and Communication (Communication System Engineering), Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science & Technology, Food Processing Technology, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Metallurgy Engineering, Mining Engineering, Nano Technology, Plastic Technology, Plastics Engineering, Production Engineering, Robotics and Automation, Rubber Technology, Textile Technology

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Common questions

Are these GTU 3110004 Basic Civil Engineering papers valid for both Regular and Remedial exams?

Yes. Gujarat Technological University (GTU) follows the same 70-mark syllabus, exam blueprint, and 23-mark passing cutoff for both Regular and Remedial (ATKT/backlog) examinations. All 7 past exam sessions (2023 – 2026) serve as comprehensive preparation for either attempt.

How can I download GTU 3110004 Basic Civil Engineering old question papers PDF?

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What is the passing mark for GTU Basic Civil Engineering (3110004)?

The external theory exam carries 70 marks. The minimum passing cutoff is 23 marks (33%). Exam duration is 2.5 hours.

What is the GTU exam pattern for 3110004?

The examination contains 5 main questions of 14 marks each, totaling 70 marks. Questions 2 through 5 provide internal OR choices, typically split into 3-mark, 4-mark, and 7-mark questions.