GATE Full Form: Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering
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What is GATE Exam? The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level exam that tests students’ understanding of various subjects studied in undergraduate programs in fields such as Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, and Humanities.
The GATE 2025 exam will be a computer-based test (CBT) organized by Indian Institutes of Technology Roorkee. IISc Bengaluru and seven IITs (IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, and IIT Roorkee) will conduct the exam on behalf of the National Coordination Board – GATE, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (GoI).
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GATE Full Form: Advantages of Qualifying GATE
Remember that many top institutes, such as IIT, NIT, and deemed universities, offer national-level post-graduate admission through GATE. GATE is significant not only in India but also abroad.
It opens doors for pursuing additional courses in foreign countries like Germany and Singapore. In addition, if you are interested in a career in PSU sectors, GATE scores are often considered and may be a mandatory requirement for many jobs.
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GATE Full Form: Eligibility Criteria
Students in their 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate degree program or those who have completed a government-approved degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities are eligible to appear for the GATE 2025 exam.
| Degree / Program | Qualifying Degree / Examination | Description of Eligible Candidates |
| B.E. / B.Tech. / B. Pharm. | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| B. Arch. | Bachelor’s degree of Architecture (5-year course) / Naval Architecture (4-year course) / Planning (4-year course) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| B.Sc. (Research) / B.S. | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma / 4 years after 10+2) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| Pharm. D.(after 10+2) | 6 years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, during third year onwards | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th/ 5th/ 6th year or already completed |
| M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. | Degree holders of M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc and those who are in the 5th/ 6th/ 7th semester or higher semester of such programme. | 5th/ 6th/ 7th or higher semester or already completed |
| M. Sc. / M.A. / MCA or equivalent | Master’s degree in any branch of Arts / Science / Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in the first year or higher or already Completed |
| Int. M.E. / 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. M.E. / M.Tech. / M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 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 |
| B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. | Bachelor degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3 year program) | Currently in the 3rd year or already completed |
| Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.- M.S. program | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| Professional Society Examinations
(equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.) |
B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE / UPSC / AICTE (e.g. AMIE by Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses |
| B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) | 4-years program | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th year or already completed |
Students who are enrolled with professional bodies and institutions as per MHRD OM (No. 11-15/2011-AR (TS.II)) with permanent recognition until May 31, 2013, are recognized. For more details, please review circular No. 13/56/PC/ODL-Mode/AICTE/2020, dated November 23, 2020.
GATE Full Form: Syllabus
The GATE Syllabus 2025 for all 30 subjects is released on the official website. The subject-wise syllabus is expected to be available around August. Aspiring candidates can go through the important topics and chapters covered in the GATE syllabus 2025. It is crucial for candidates to thoroughly study the complete GATE exam syllabus 2025 to achieve good marks in the GATE examination.
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GATE Full Form: Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of Examination | Test Papers-English.
Computer Based Test (CBT) [ at selected city centres]. |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Number of Subjects (Papers) | 30 |
| Sections | General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Selected Subjects |
| Type of Questions | Candidate’s Selected Subject(s)
(a) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) (b) Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and/or (c) Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions |
| Questions for testing these abilities | (a) Recall
(b) Comprehension (c) Application (d) Analysis & Synthesis |
| Distribution of Marks in all Papers EXCEPT papers AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL | General Competency: 15 marks
Applied Mathematics: 13 marks Subject Questions: 72 marks Overall total: 100 marks (Note: The Engineering Mathematics section( XE-A )contributes 15 marks and is included in XE) |
| Distribution of Marks in papers AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL | General Aptitude: 15 marks
Subject Questions: 85 marks Total: 100 marks |
| Marking Scheme | Questions carry 1 mark or 2 marks |
| GATE Negative Marking Scheme | When selecting an incorrect option in a multiple-choice question (MCQ), a negative scoring system will be applied.
For an MCQ of one mark, incorrect answers will result in a deduction of 1/3 of a mark. Similarly, for an MCQ carrying two marks, choosing wrongly will lead to a loss of 2/3 of a mark. However, it is important to note that wrong responses to Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) or Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions will not have any negative marking. Additionally, MSQs do not have partial marking for answers. |
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GATE Full Form: FAQs
- What is the GATE full form?
The full form of GATE is Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering.
- What are the advantages of qualifying for the GATE exam?
Qualifying for the GATE exam opens doors to national-level post-graduate admissions through reputed institutes like IITs and NITs, opportunities to pursue further studies in foreign countries like Germany and Singapore, and prospects of securing jobs in the PSU sector.
- Who will conduct the GATE exam 2025?
The GATE exam will be conducted by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) Roorkee on behalf of the National Coordination Board – GATE, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (GoI). IISc Bengaluru and seven IITs (IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, and IIT Roorkee) are involved in the organization of the exam.
- How can I find the syllabus for the GATE exam?
The syllabus for all 30 subjects of the GATE 2025 exam is released on the official GATE website.
- How important is the GATE exam for pursuing a career in the PSU sector?
GATE scores are often considered and may be a mandatory requirement for many jobs in the PSU (Public Sector Undertaking) sector. Qualifying in the GATE exam can significantly improve one’s job prospects within this sector.
For more detailed information on the GATE exam, it is recommended that you visit the official GATE website and contact the IMS GATE Mentors for expert guidance on preparing effectively.