GATE

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

What is GATE?

GATE stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. It is held yearly on a rotating basis by one of India’s seven IITs and IISc Bangalore. GATE is a national-level exam for applicants seeking admission to Master’s programs, postgraduate engineering (ME/MTech), or analysis degrees at premier Indian institutes such as IITs, NITs, and IIITs. IISc Bangalore is hosting the exam this time. Students can realize their ambitions of attending IISc/IITs/NITs by passing the GATE Exam, and then pursue exciting job opportunities in engineering and research roles with leading product-based firms such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and DE Shaw, etc.

Eligibility Criteria for GATE 2023:

CriteriaEligibility
1. NationalityIndian nationality students will be eligibleInternational candidates belonging to Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia and United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be also eligible
2. Education QualificationA candidate who is currently studying in the 3rd or higher years of any undergraduate degree program OR has already completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Science / Commerce / Arts.
3. GATE Exam Age LimitThere is no age limit

Exam Pattern

SectionsTotal QuestionsTotal MarksDuration
General Aptitude10 Questions100 Marks3 hours (180 minutes)
Core Subjects55 Questions
Total65 Questions