Official Guide & Assessment Pattern for GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)
Exam Significance & Admission Purpose
High-stakes national examination for admission into M.Tech and Ph.D. programs at IISc and IITs with MHRD monthly stipends (₹12,400/month), and the primary screening test for direct recruitment into top-paying Maharatna/Navratna PSUs (IOCL, ONGC, NTPC, BHEL, BARC, ISRO).
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude (GA) | 10 Questions (Verbal & Numerical Ability) | 15 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
| Engineering Mathematics | Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability | 13 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
| Core Subject Engineering | 55 Technical Core Questions (MCQ, MSQ, NAT) | 72 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
Recommended Preparation Timeline & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Analysis
To secure direct executive PSU recruitment (₹15-22 LPA package) or an IIT Bombay/IISc M.Tech CS seat, candidates need an AIR under 150 (GATE Score 850+).
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