Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an all-India examination that evaluates the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in engineering, technology, architecture, and postgraduate subjects in science. GATE is jointly conducted by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) to test the overall technical knowledge of the students.

Who Can Apply for GATE Exam 2024?

(I) Bachelor's Degree Holders: Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc./Diploma in Engineering/Technology) are eligible to apply.

(II) Master's Degree Holders: Candidates with a Master's degree in any branch of Science/Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Applications or equivalent can also apply.

(III) Final Year Students: Candidates in the final year of their qualifying degree are also eligible to apply.

(IV) International Candidates: Candidates from countries other than India can also apply based on specific guidelines.

GATE 2024 Notification

GATE 2024 notification has been released by IISC Bangalore and the official detailed advertisement can be also downloaded from the official IISC website.

Particulars	Details
GATE Full Form	Graduate Aptitude Test for Engineering (GATE)
GATE Conducting Authority	IISC Bangalore
GATE Total No. of Papers	30
GATE Official Website	https://gate2024.iisc.ac.in

 

GATE Exam 2024: Important Dates

 

Particulars	Dates
GATE Notification Release Date	24 August 2023
GATE 2024 Starting Date of Application	24 August 2023
GATE 2024 Last Date of Application	29 September 2023 (without late fees)
GATE 2024 Registration Ends (with late Fees)	13 October 2023
GATE 2024 Correction of Applied Forms	07 to 11 November 2023
GATE 2024 Admit Card Release Date	03 January 2024
GATE 2024 Exam Date	03, 04 and 10, 11 February 2024
GATE 2024 Response Sheet	16 February 2024
GATE 2024 Answer Key Release Date	21 February 2024
GATE 2024 Answer Key Challenge	22 to 25 February 2024
GATE 2024 Result Date	16 March 2024
GATE 2024 Score Card Availability	23 March 2024

 

GATE Exam 2024: Educational Qualifications

 

Qualifying Degree	Course and Passing Exam Details	Eligibility Description
BE/ B. Tech	4-year regular B.E or B.Tech in any of the engineering discipline	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed
B. Arch	Bachelor’s degree holders of Architecture (5 years course)	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed
B. Sc (Research)	Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/ 4 years after 10+2)	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed
MSc/MA/MCA or Equivalent	Master’s degree in any branch of Science/Arts/Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Applications or equivalent	Currently in the first year or higher or already completed
Int. ME/M. Tech (Post B. Sc)	Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/Technology (4-year program)	Currently in the 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd/4th year or already completed
Int ME M. Tech or Dual Degree (after diploma of 10+2)	Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering/Technology (5-year program)	Currently in the 3rd/ 4th/5th year or already completed
Int M. Sc or BS-MS	Integrated M.Sc. or 5 years integrated B.S.-M.S. program	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed
Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to BE/ B. Tech/B. Arch)	B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/ UPSC/ AICTE (e.g., AMIE by the Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India, and so on)	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed or equivalent to the professional course

 

Age limits: No minimum and maximum age limit is specified.

No. of Attempts: There is no bar for the number of attempts a candidate can appear for GATE Exam.

How can we use GATE Score Card? 

GATE serves as a gateway for candidates aspiring to pursue higher education (M.Tech, M.E, Ph.D.) in renowned institutions and universities in India and abroad. It is not just a test; it's an assessment of a candidate's understanding of their field of study, analytical abilities, and problem-solving skills.

GATE scores are also used by various Public-Sector Undertakings (PSUs) for recruiting engineers in specific disciplines.

Also, GATE Exam is used for higher studies abroad from countries like Singapore and Germany.

GATE 2024 Exam Pattern :-  GATE 2024 exam will consist of 3 hours online computer based test with 65 objective questions.

Out of those 65 questions, first 10 questions cover questions from Quantitative aptitude, Reasoning and General English. Out of these 10 questions, 5 questions are of 1 mark and remaining 5 questions are of 2 marks each. Therefore, first 10 questions carry 15 marks.

Next 25 questions are of 1 mark each and remaining 30 questions are of 2 marks each which are from Engineering mathematics and Technical subjects.

Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration of exam	3 hours
GATE Marks Distribution	15 Marks (General Aptitude) + 85 Marks (Subject Questions)= 100 Marks (Total)
Exam Language	English
Marking Scheme	One Mark and Two Marks Questions
Negative Marking	Yes (for MCQs Only)

 

Types of Questions: GATE 2024 includes two types of questions:

(I) Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs): These questions have four options, and candidates need to select the correct answer from the given options. For every wrong answer, one third of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted.

(II) Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions: In these questions, candidates need to enter the numerical value as the answer using the virtual keypad provided on the screen. There are no options; candidates need to calculate and enter the answer directly. There is no negative marking for wrong answers of NAT type questions.

(III) Multiple Select Questions (MSQs): In these types of questions, each question has four or five options out of which more than one options are correct. Candidates have to select all the correct options. There is no negative marking for wrong answers of MSQ type questions.

 

GATE Cut-Offs (Year: 2023)

Branch	CATEGORY
	GEN	OBC/EWS	SC/ST/PWD
CS	32.5	29.2	21.6
EC	29.9	26.9	19.9
EE	25	22.5	16.6
CE	26.6	23.9	17.7
ME	28.4	25.5	18.9
IN	34.8	31.3	23.2
XE	37.9	34.1	25.2
CH	32.10	-	-

 

GATE Score Card Validity :- GATE score card is valid for three years i.e. students can get enrolled in various IITs or NITs on the basis of any of the past 3 years GATE Score card.

Also, many PSUs too recruits according to the past 3 years GATE score card. Therefore, even if students were not able to perform well in one GATE exam, they can definitely sit for another year.

GATE Marking Scheme :- The marking scheme for GATE differs based on the type of question:

(I) MCQs: Each MCQ carries either 1 or 2 marks. For each incorrect answer to a 1-mark question, 1/3 mark is deducted, and for each incorrect answer to a 2-mark question, 2/3 mark is deducted.

(II) NAT Questions: NAT questions also carry 1 or 2 marks each. There is no negative marking for NAT questions.

(III) Multiple Select Questions (MSQs): In these types of questions, each question has four or five options out of which more than one options are correct. Candidates have to select all the correct options. There is no negative marking for wrong answers of MSQ type questions.

It's important to note that unanswered questions do not have any negative marking.

GATE Exam 2024 Syllabus :-  The syllabus for GATE 2024 varies based on the paper selected. Each paper has a specific syllabus that covers relevant subjects and topics. The syllabus is designed to test a candidate's understanding of core concepts and their application in the chosen field. The syllabus is available on the official GATE website and is organized according to various sections and topics.

Sections and Subjects: GATE exam consists of multiple papers, and candidates can choose the paper that corresponds to their field of study. Each paper is associated with a specific code. The following are some of the common papers offered in GATE:

(I) Aerospace Engineering (AE)

(II) Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)

(III) Electrical Engineering (EE)

(IV) Mechanical Engineering (ME)

(V) Civil Engineering (CE)

(VI) Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)

(VII) Chemical Engineering (CH)

(VIII) Chemistry (CY)

(IX) Physics (PH)

 (X) Mathematics (MA)

There are more papers available, covering a wide range of disciplines. Candidates need to choose the paper that aligns with their academic background.

GATE 2024: Application Fees :- The application fees for Female candidates, SC/ST and PwD candidates is Rs 900 and fees for all other candidates is Rs 1800/-

How to apply for GATE Exam 2024?

Online Registration :- 

(I) Visit the official GATE website https://gate2024.iisc.ac.in/

(II) Click on the "Register Here" or "New User Registration" link.

(III) Provide your personal details, email address, and mobile number. Create a strong password for your account.

(IV) After successful registration, you will receive a unique Enrollment ID and password. Keep these credentials safe.

Filling out the Application Form :- 

(I) Log in using your Enrollment ID and password.

(II) Fill in the required information, including personal details, academic qualifications, and choice of exam paper, exam center preferences, and more.

(III) Review the information entered and makes sure it's accurate.

Uploading Documents :- 

(I) Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph and signature, as per the specifications mentioned in the application form.

(II) Check the guidelines for photograph and signature dimensions, file size, and format.

Application Fees :- 

(I) proceed to pay the application fee after uploading documents.

(II) Payment can be made online through net banking, credit card, debit card, or other available modes.

Final Submission :- 

(I) after making the payment, review your application form once again to ensure all details are accurate.

(II) Once you're sure that all information is correct, submit the application form.

Print Application Form :- After submitting the form, you can download and print your application form for your records. It will have a unique Application Number on it.

Documents Required :- The documents required during the GATE 2024 application process include:

(I) Passport-Sized Photograph: A recent, color passport-sized photograph with a clear background.

(II) Signature: Your scanned signature, which should be done on a white paper with a black ink pen.

(III) Personal Information: Details such as name, date of birth, address, email ID, mobile number, etc.

(IV) Educational Qualification Details: Information about your qualifying degree, college/university details, and other relevant academic information.

Make sure you have these documents ready in digital format before starting the application process.

Preparation Strategies for GATE 2024 :-  Preparing for the GATE exam requires a well-structured plan, effective study resources, and disciplined time management. Here are some strategies to help you excel in your preparation:

(I) Standard Textbooks: Refer to standard textbooks by EA Publications to cover the theoretical concepts for each chapter.

(II) Online Lectures and Video Tutorials: Online Platforms like Nimbus Learning App offers very detailed video lectures and tutorials on various GATE subjects including technical as well as non technical topics, helping you understand complex topics visually.

(III) Offline Learning Platforms: Engineers Academy offline institute with presence in more than 15 cities offers structured courses designed for GATE preparation.