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GATE Syllabus for AR 2025: Architecture and Planning

GATE 2025 Highlights

GATE 2025 Conducting Body	IIT, Roorkee
GATE 2025 Exam Date	1, 2, 8, 9 February, 2025
GATE 2025 Total Subjects	30
GATE 2025 Exam Mode	ONLINE Computer Based Test (CBT)
GATE 2025 Exam Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
GATE 2025 Total Questions	10 (GA) + 55 (subject)= 65
GATE 2025 Total Marks	100
GATE 2025 Question Type	MCQ, MSQ, NAT

GATE Architecture and Planning Paper Pattern 2025

Paper Sections	Marks Distribution
Subject Questions	85% of the total marks.
General Aptitude	15% of the total marks.

GATE Architecture and Planning Syllabus 2025 PDF

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Architecture and Planning (AR): New Pattern

The Paper contains General Aptitude (GA) section (15 Marks) as applicable for all papers of GATE 2022.

The Paper consists of two parts covering the syllabus: Part A (60 marks) and Part B (25 marks).

Part A is compulsory for all the candidates.
Part B contains two optional sections: Part B1 (Architecture) and Part B2 (Planning).

Candidates have to choose any one of the sections from Part B during the examination. No separate score and ranking will be provided based on selection of sections.

GATE Architecture and Planning Engineering Syllabus for Core Subjects 2025

Parts	Syllabus
Part A ( Common portion)	Section 1: Architecture, Visual composition in 2D and 3D; Planning and Design Architectural – Graphics, Computer application in Architecture and Planning; Organization of space; Anthropometrics; Circulation- horizontal and vertical; Universal design; Building bye-laws; Space Standards; Codes and standards Section 2: Estimation and Specification; Professional practice and ethics; Temporary structures for rehabilitation; Construction and Management – Project management techniques e.g. PERT, CPM etc.; Form and Structure Section 3: Environmental Planning, Ecological principles; Environmental pollution- types, causes, controls, and abatement strategies; Sustainable development, goals, and strategies; Climate change and the built environment. Section 4: Elements of the urban built environment – urban form, Concepts, and theories of urban design; Principles, tools, and techniques of urban design; Development controls– FAR, densities and building bye-laws Urban renewal conservation; Public spaces, character, spatial qualities and Sense of Place; historical public spaces and gardens; Landscape design; heritage conservation; Site planning. Section 5: Planning process – Salient concepts, Concepts, and theories by trendsetting planners and designers; Urban sociology; Methods of non-spatial and spatial data; concepts of cities – Eco-City, Smart City; Development guidelines such as URDPFI; Section 6: Affordable Housing; Residential densities; Housing – Housing typologies; Real estate valuation; Concepts, principles, and examples of neighborhood Section 7: Building Safety and Security systems; Water supply and distribution system; Water harvesting systems; Principles, Planning, and Design of streamwater drainage system; Methods of solid waste management – collection, transportation, and disposal; Recycling and Reuse of solid waste; Design of roads, intersections, grade separators, and parking areas; Hierarchy of roads and level of service; Services and Infrastructure – Firefighting Systems.
Part B1 ( Architecture)	Section B1.1: World History of Architecture: Byzantine, Egyptian, Gothic, Renaissance, Greco-Roman classical period, Baroque-Rococo, etc.; International styles, Deconstruction in architecture, etc.; Influence of Modern art and Design in Architecture; Works of renowned national and international architects, Indian vernacular and traditional Architecture Section B1.2: Principles of Modular Coordination; Construction planning and equipment; Principles of the strength of materials; Design of structural elements with different materials; Alternative building materials; Elastic and Limit State design; Building systems and prefabrication of building elements; Building material characteristics and applications; Principles of Prestressing Section B1.3: Thermal, visual and acoustic comfort in built environments; Sustainable building strategies; Building Performance Simulation and Evaluation; Sanitary fittings and fixtures; Principles of internal and external drainage system; Natural and Mechanical ventilation in buildings; Principles of electrification of buildings; Building Services and Sustainability – Solar architecture;
Part B2 (Planning)	Section B2.1: Regional and Settlement Planning – Regional delineation; Various schemes and programs of central government; Types and hierarchy of plans; settlement hierarchy; SEZ, SRZ, etc.; Housing for special areas and needs. Transit Oriented Development (TOD), Public Perception and user behavior; Slums, Squatters, and informal housing; National Housing Policies, Programs and Schemes Standards for housing and community facilities; Section B2.2: Planning Techniques and Management – Application of G.I.S; Tools and techniques of Surveys – Physical, Topographical, Urban Economics, Land use, and Socio-economic Surveys; Law of demand and supply of land and its use in planning; Local self-governance, Graphic presentation of spatial data; Decision support system and Land Information System; Urban geography and econometrics; Demography and equity in planning, Management of Infrastructure Projects. Section B2.3: Infrastructure Planning – Process and Principles of Transportation Planning and Traffic Engineering; Intelligent Transportation Systems; Traffic survey methods, Traffic flow Analysis; Urban and Rural Infrastructure System Network Traffic analysis and design considerations; Mass transportation planning; Road capacity and Travel demand forecasting; Traffic and transport management and control in urban areas;

GATE Architecture and Planning Engineering Syllabus Weightage 2025

GATE Topics	Expected weightage (Marks)
Building and Structure	25-30
Planning Techniques and Management	10- 15
Architecture & Design	20-30
Urban Planning and Housing	15-20

GATE Architecture and Planning Guidance

GATE Architecture and Planning Syllabus & Exam Pattern FAQs

What is the exam pattern for GATE Architecture and Planning (AR) exam?

What are the subjects included in the GATE Architecture and Planning syllabus?

The GATE Architecture and Planning syllabus includes the following subjects:

Architecture and Design
Building Materials, Construction, and Management
Building and Structures
Environmental Planning and Design
Urban Design
Planning Techniques and Management
Infrastructure, Services, and Amenities

What is the weightage of each subject in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

The weightage of each subject in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam is not fixed, as the number of questions asked in each subject may vary. However, on average, each subject carries around 10-15% weightage in the exam.

How many questions are asked from each subject in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

The number of questions asked from each subject in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam may vary. However, on average, there are around 8-10 questions asked from each subject.

What is the difficulty level of the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

The GATE Architecture and Planning exam is considered to be of moderate difficulty level. However, the difficulty level may vary from year to year, depending on the nature of questions asked.

Are calculators allowed in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

No, physical calculators are not allowed in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam. However, an online virtual calculator will be available on the computer screen during the exam.

How is the GATE Architecture and Planning exam score calculated?

The GATE Architecture and Planning exam score is calculated on the basis of the number of correct answers and incorrect answers.

For MCQs, 1 or 2 marks are awarded for a correct answer, and 1/3 or 2/3 marks are deducted for an incorrect answer.

For NAT questions, 1 or 2 marks are awarded for a correct answer, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

Is there any negative marking in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

Yes, there is negative marking in the GATE Architecture and Planning exam for MCQs. For every incorrect answer to 1-mark questions, 1/3 mark will be deducted, and for every incorrect answer to 2-mark questions, 2/3 mark will be deducted.

How can I prepare for the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

You can prepare for the GATE Architecture and Planning exam by following these steps:

Understand the exam pattern and syllabus.
Create a study plan and stick to it.
Refer to standard textbooks and study materials.
Solve previous year question papers and mock tests.
Take regular breaks and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

What is the qualifying cutoff for the GATE Architecture and Planning exam?

The qualifying cutoff for the GATE Architecture and Planning exam varies from year to year and is decided by the exam conducting authority.

Generally, the cutoff for General category candidates is around 25-30 marks out of 100, and for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates, it is around 20-25 marks out of 100.

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14 COMMENTS

yashwanth December 23, 2016 At 3:57 pm

hi
i am a btech student of civil engineering and i want to write gate for architecture
is it possible
and if possible how can i plan for it
suggest me pls
thanks in advance

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- admin December 23, 2016 At 5:16 pm
  
  Hello yashwanth,
  
  It will depend upon your plan either you wanted to use GATE score for M Tech or PSU ?
  Please answer this question then only I can help you better.
  
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Alekhya December 12, 2015 At 1:00 pm

Hi,can I please get subject wise marks distribution for architecture from previous years ? Thanks in advance

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- admin December 13, 2015 At 8:08 pm
  
  Hello Alekhya,
  
  We will try our level best in this regard.
  
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rajasekar June 29, 2015 At 7:43 am

sir,am a naval architecture & offshore engg,student .
so,plz suggest sme books for gate 2016.

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santhan June 26, 2015 At 12:42 am

can u pls suggest me some gate architecture coaching institutes?

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- admin June 26, 2015 At 7:57 am
  
  Hello santhan,
  
  Selection of coaching institute depends upon many factors like where do you live, what kind of facility you want from a institute, what is the purpose your to take admission in a coaching etc. So it is really hard to provide a institute name for an aspirant.
  I can give some advise to you contact you previously qualified friends or check some facebook communities and page for getting knowledge about good coaching institute for architecture engineering as per your requirements.
  
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Sailee Bhandarkar June 25, 2015 At 8:51 am

Is any of this study material available online? E-books or soft copies of the course work? Or I need to purchase all the hard copies?

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- admin June 25, 2015 At 9:37 am
  
  Hello Sailee,
  
  We don’t provide any kind of online material information. However we suggest you to join some good facebook communities for regular updates and guidance.
  If you invest your precise time in finding E-books in these last 6-7 month of preparation then you are surely wasting your time.
  You must have a book of each subject to understand that subject completely.
  
  Feel free to ask if you need any help in future & join us @ Google+ / Facebook for getting regular updates.
  
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NARROUTTAM KUMAR June 17, 2015 At 5:12 pm

Please suggest me a book of Architecture & Planning for GATE 2016.

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- admin June 17, 2015 At 8:08 pm
  
  Hello NARROUTTAM,
  
  Please check :
  Gate 2016 Architecture and Planning Reference Books.
  Follow me : http://www.gate2016.info/gate-2016-books/architecture-and-planning-ar-gate-books/
  
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ishita June 11, 2015 At 3:44 pm

please suggest some books and study material for gate architecture 2016.

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- admin June 17, 2015 At 8:10 pm
  
  Hello ishita,
  
  Please check :
  Gate 2016 Architecture and Planning Reference Books.
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- anjali pathak October 7, 2015 At 10:13 pm
  
  hello …i am also preparing for gate architecture 2016. if possible can we exchange questions and answer related to syllabus.
  
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