GATE Information & Guidance – (2024-2023)

GATE stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. It is a national-level examination conducted for admissions to postgraduate programs in engineering, technology, and architecture.

GATE is conducted by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and seven Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) on a rotational basis.

The eligibility criteria for GATE is a bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture or a master's degree in Science/Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Applications. The candidates in their final year of qualifying examination can also apply.

GATE is conducted once a year, usually in the month of February.

The application process for GATE is online, and the candidates have to register on the official website of GATE. The application fee can be paid online, and the candidates have to upload the required documents while filling the application form.

GATE is a computer-based test that consists of multiple-choice questions and numerical answer type questions. The exam duration is 3 hours, and the total marks are 100.

The syllabus for GATE varies depending on the discipline chosen by the candidate. However, the general syllabus consists of topics related to engineering mathematics, general aptitude, and the chosen subject.

GATE is an important examination for those who want to pursue postgraduate studies in engineering, technology, and architecture. It is also a screening test for various public sector undertakings (PSUs) and other government organizations for recruitment purposes.