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Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level standardized test administered by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and seven campuses of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) including Roorkee, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras and Bombay on behalf of the National Coordination Board-GATE. GATE 2020 will be conducted by IIT Delhi. GATE is conducted with the aim to examine the understanding of various engineering and science undergraduate subjects along with quantitative and reasoning ability.
GATE 2020 Exam Scores will be useful for admission in Post Graduate Courses—M. Tech, M.S and Ph.D. at IISc, NITIE, IITs, NITs, IIIT, Government Engineering Colleges and some foreign universities.
| Official GATE 2020 Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) Website Opens for Enrolment | Last week of August 2020 (Tentative) |
| Last date to register | Last week of September 2020 (Tentative) |
| Last date of submission of application (by registered students) | First week of October 2020 (Tentative) |
| Last date to request for change in examination city | Second week of November 2020 (Tentative) |
| Availability of admit card on the official GATE website | First week of January 2021 (Tentative) |
| GATE 2021 Online exam dates | First week of February 2021 (Tentative) |
| Declaration of results and release of scorecards | Second and third week of March 2021 (Tentative) |
Knowing your subjects and syllabus is extremely crucial to crack the GATE 2020 exam. GATE Syllabus for every stream is exhaustive and extensively covers 10 to 14 subjects from the engineering stream. Candidates must analyse the GATE syllabus and subjects before starting their preparation for the entrance exam. The table mentioned below lists all 24 papers for GATE 2020 and links of the syllabus for all papers.
| Sr. No | GATE 2020 Paper Codes | GATE 2020 Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AE | Aerospace Engineering |
| 2 | AG | Agricultural Engineering |
| 3 | AR | Architecture and Planning |
| 4 | BT | Biotechnology |
| 5 | CE | Civil Engineering |
| 6 | CH | Chemical Engineering |
| 7 | CS | Computer Sc. and Information Technology |
| 8 | CY | Chemistry |
| 9 | EC | Electronics and Communication Engineering |
| 10 | EE | Electrical Engineering |
| 11 | EY | Ecology and Evolution |
| 12 | GG | Geology and Geophysics |
| 13 | IN | Instrumentation Engineering |
| 14 | MA | Mathematics |
| 15 | ME | Mechanical Engineering |
| 16 | MN | Mining Engineering |
| 17 | MT | Metallurgical Engineering |
| 18 | PE | Metallurgical Engineering |
| 19 | PH | Metallurgical Engineering |
| 20 | PI | Metallurgical Engineering |
| 21 | ST | Metallurgical Engineering |
| 22 | TF | Metallurgical Engineering |
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Every candidate must know the exam pattern for GATE 2020 well in order to score well. Every candidate appearing for GATE 2020 is given 3 hours to complete a 100-mark paper. GATE 2020 will be a Computer Based Test (CBT) with 65 questions out of which 55 questions will be of the chosen subject and 10 questions of General Aptitude to test the language and analytical skills of the candidate.
An essential thing to go over before registering for the GATE 2020 Exam is the eligibility criteria. There are multiple GATE papers and the eligibility criteria for different streams is different.
| Criteria | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Candidates of Indian nationality will be eligible to appear for GATE 2020. Candidates from Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia and United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) are also eligible to attempt GATE 2020. |
| Academic Qualification | Candidates must have passed graduation in engineering/technology or Master’s degree in any relevant science subject. |
| Age Limit | There is no age limit for GATE 2020 |
| Qualifying Degree | Qualifying Degree/ Examination (Descriptive) |
|---|---|
| B.E./ B.Tech/ B.Pharm. | 4 years after 10+2 Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology/. OR 3 years after B.Sc./ Diploma in Engineering/ Technology and those who are in the final year of these programmes |
| B.Arch | 5 years Bachelor’s degree in Architecture |
| B.Sc.(Research)/ B.S | 4 years after 10+2 Bachelor's degree in Science OR Post Diploma in Science |
| M.Sc./ M.A./ MCA or equivalent | Master’s degree in any branch of Science/ Mathematics/ Statistics/ Computer Applications or equivalent |
| Int. M.E/ M.Tech (Post B.Sc.) | Post- B.Sc.Integrated Master’s degree programme in Engineering/ Technology (Four year programme) |
| Int. M.E./ M.Tech or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) | Integrated Master’s degree programs or Dual Degree programme in Engineering/ Technology (Five year programme) |
| Int. M. Sc/ Int. B.S.-M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or Five year integrated B.S.-M.S. programme |
| Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E/ B.Tech/ B.Arch.) | B.E/ B.Tech/ B.Arch equivalent examinations, of Professional Societies, recognized by MHRD/ UPSC/ AICTE (e.g. AMIE by Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India) |
| Eligible Candidates | Qualification Year Not Later Than |
|---|---|
| Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| Currently in the 4th year or already completed | 2020 |
| Currently in the 4th/ 5th/6th year or already completed | 2022 |
| Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| Currently in the 2nd/ 3rd/4th year or already completed | 2022 |
| Currently in the 4th/5th year or already completed | 2021 |
| Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses | NA |
The GATE 2020 application form will be released in the fourth week of September, 2019. Candidates will be able to access the GATE 2020 application form online through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS). Registering for GATE 2020 in the stipulated time is necessary to be eligible to give the GATE 2020 examination. Candidates can follow the steps given below to fill the GATE 2020 online application form:
Registration: The first step for an interested candidate is registration through GOAPS. Candidates will have to submit their name, email ID and mobile number during registration after which an enrolment number will be generated. This enrolment number along with a password generated by the candidate must be used for future logins.
Filling Application Form: The next step is actually filling the GATE 2020 application form. Candidates are required to provide their personal, educational and contact information. Details about the candidate’s college and valid photo ID information also has to be entered in the application form. At this step, candidates must also choose the GATE paper and GATE exam centre for themselves.
Uploading Images: Candidates photograph and signature along with the required documents have to be scanned and uploaded by the candidates as per the specifications mentioned on the GOAPS portal.
Application Fees Payment: Candidates have to pay the application fee online using net banking/ debit card/credit card.
Application Form Submission: After completing Step 1 to Step 4, the candidates must submit their GATE 2020 application form.
| Category | Application Fee till Fourth week of September 2019 | Application Fee During Extended Period (First week of October 2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Male Category (General/OBC) and Others | ₹ 1500 | ₹ 2000 |
| SC/ST/PwD and Women (All categories) | ₹ 750 | ₹ 1250 |
| International Students (Dubai and Singapore) | USD 100 | USD 120 |
| International Students (Addis Ababa, Colombo, Dhaka and Kathmandu) | USD 50 | USD 70 |
Candidates can check the status of their GATE 2020 application form after the submission of the form. The application form status helps candidates know whether or not the respective authorities have received their form and about their eligibility status too. The candidates will have to log in through GOAPS to check their status and if any correction is required in the application form or not. The following are the different status of the application form:
Registered candidates can use the facility of application form corrections from the last week of September to third week of November, 2019 (tentative dates). To make corrections in the application form, the candidates will have to login through their GOAPS account. Some of the information will be open for correction while some of it will be withheld. The following will be available for making changes:
Along with this, the candidates will also be allowed to change their category/gender/PwD status/Dyslexia and other similar learning disabilities within a given period of time.
Candidates in India
Candidates outside India
GATE 2020 results will be released by IIT Delhi in the 3rd week of March 2020 on their website for all 24 papers.
Details displayed in GATE 2020 Score Card:
The raw marks obtained by candidates appearing in GATE papers is normalized using a formula. They are then used in the formula for calculating the GATE score. The raw marks obtained by candidates who have appeared for all the papers held in single sessions (other than CE, CS, EC, EE and ME) are used in the score calculation formula to get the GATE scores. The raw marks of candidates are out of 100 while the GATE scores are out of 1000. GATE scores are valid for 3 years from the date of announcement of the results.
Approximately 10 Lakh Students Appear for the GATE examination each year. Out of which, on an average only 12-17% students who attempt the GATE exam pass. Candidates who are among the top rankers (AIR 200 and less) have an opportunity to get direct admissions to the IISc and IITs. GATE Scores from 600 to 800 stand a chance of a call to these institutes depending upon the discipline applied to.
Candidates who qualify in GATE 2020 can seek admission into the different M.Tech programs at Amrita University. The university has campuses in Amritapuri, Bangalore and Coimbatore. Even the candidates who do not have valid GATE scores can apply for the same courses on the basis of their academic performance.
BITS conducts a Higher Degree Entrance Exam for admission to its M.E programmes. Candidates have to give the exam to try their luck for admissions into M.E courses across the BITS campuses.
The Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET) is the common entrance test or CET for admissions to ten Central Universities of the country including Haryana, Jammu, Jharkhand, Kashmir, Kerala, Punjab, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu. Please note that M. Tech Programmes are offered by only three of these ten central Universities viz. Rajasthan, Punjab and Tamil Nadu.
Candidates seeking admission to M.Sc courses can give the Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management-Kerala All India Test. This test is followed by an interview and is a great alternative for MSc aspirants.
Jaypee Group of Institutes is a good option for technical aspirants. Candidates who wish to seek admission to M.Tech courses can apply for JIIT PGET. Also, candidates who have qualified in GATE can also apply with their GATE score.
Candidates can appear for a written test for admission to the M.Tech Programs at the LNM Institute of Information Technology, Rajasthan. For those who fail their GATE Examination or aren’t too sure about how well they will fare, this alternative will certainly prove to be helpful.
Manipal University conducts the MUOET for candidates who seek admission to M.Tech programmes. The university has campuses around India and is regarded as one of the top universities in India.
You can easily secure admission to PG programmes like M.Tech at Nirma University (Gujarat) through the GATE scores. Another way would be to appear for a written test conducted by Nirma University for the vacant seats after first counseling.
Candidates can appear for Written Aptitude Test conducted by Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University. Once you clear the exam you have to appear for Personal Interview. This university is based in Gandhi Nagar area of Gujarat.
Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and The Karnataka Examinations Authority on behalf of the State of Karnataka conducts PGCET for candidates who seek admission to M.E./M.Tech courses. Candidates who have qualified in GATE don’t need to give the entrance exam but do have to apply along with the other candidates.
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University on behalf of APSCHE (Andhra Pradesh state higher education council) is another option for GATE aspirants. Admissions to M.E. / M,Tech/M.Pharm/M.Arch / M.Plg(full time) in Andhra Pradesh fit in the purview of this exam.
SRM University, one of the most prestigious universities in the nation, conducts the SRM Graduate Engineering Entrance Test for engineering students for admission to their masters programme. The Entrance Test is conducted online followed by an interview.
Anna University Chennai on behalf of the Govt. of Tamil Nadu conducts the TANCET for candidates who seek admission to ME/M.Tech Degree programmes in Tamil Nadu. The university offers a Master of Engineering (M.E) / Master of Technology (M.Tech) /Master of Architecture (M.Arch)/Master of Planning (M.Plan).
VIT University’s online exam—VIT Master Engineering Entrance (VITMEE) is a premier exam for selecting candidates to VIT M. Tech programs. These programs are available at Vellore and Chennai Campuses.
GATE 2020 is projected to have over 10 Lakh applicants. With such a high level of competition, it is essential that candidates do whatever is in their power to gain an edge over other candidates. Here are some expert tips from StudySid to help you ace your GATE 2020 exam:
Your study plan is the most crucial weapon in your arsenal. It is essential that you build your study plan according to your needs. Take into consideration the number of days until the exam, your strengths and weaknesses, and weightage.
Sample.
| Subject 1 | Day | Plan in detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 5 | Chapter 1 – 5 Learn all concepts and solve relevant problems. | |
| 6 | Revision, Analysis by answering mock questions | |
| 7 to 11 | Chapter 6– 10 Learn all concepts and solve relevant problems | |
| 12 & 13 | Revision, Analysis by answering mock questions | |
| 14 | Solve questions pertaining to Subject 1 only from past GATE question papers and test series of any coaching centre. | |
| Rest day | 15 | Rest Day; solve GA and Engg Maths and look up anything you need to |
| Subject 2 | 16 to 20 | Chapter 1 – 5 Learn all concepts and solve relevant problems. |
| 21 | Revision, Analysis by answering mock questions | |
| 22 to 26 | Chapter 6– 10 Learn all concepts and solve relevant problems | |
| 27 & 28 | Revision, Analysis by answering mock questions | |
| 29 | Solve questions pertaining to Subject 2 only from past GATE question papers and test series of any coaching centre. | |
| 30 | Rest Day; solve GA and Engg Maths |
| Subject | Author |
|---|---|
| Verbal Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Non-Verbal Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Previous years GATE paper (solved) | Arihant Publications |
There are numerous books out there for the different papers. One must select the books recommended by their mentors for these subjects. Although, the books mentioned above are must-haves for every GATE candidate. They will ensure that the Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Non-Verbal Reasoning are looked after. While the solved papers will help you better understand the paper pattern and also the kind of questions asked.
The best portal for online GATE mentorship is GATESchool (www.gateschool.in). They offer one-on-one mentorship till the GATE exam along with study material, high-quality videos and test prep material. The fees at GATESchool is Rs. 15,000.
There are numerous GATE forums and doubt solving groups online and can be found on both social media and via a simple google search. These are great for those students who are looking at self-study.
Students who are looking at self-study as their mode to achieving GATE success need to start a bit earlier. It might seem impossible or extremely difficult but there’s nothing grit, spit and the right strategy can’t do. Make sure that you ask as many questions as you can on online forums like ques10 (Click here))
Check out this self-study guide: here
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee
Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati
Anna University, Chennai
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad
IIT Madras - Indian Institute of Technology Chennai (IITM)
IIT Delhi - Indian Institute of Technology (IITD)
IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology (IITB)
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology (IITKGP)
IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology (IITK)
IIT Roorkee - Indian Institute of Technology (IITR)
IIT Guwahati - Indian Institute of Technology (IITG)
IIT Hyderabad - Indian Institute of Technology (IITH)
CEG - College of Engineering Guindy, Guindy, Chennai
NIT Trichy - National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NITT)
St. Stephen’s College – Delhi
Loyola College - Chennai
Department of Science (Christ University) – Bangalore
Miranda House - Delhi
Hansraj College – Delhi
Fergusson College – Pune
Madras Christian College (MCC) – Chennai
Hindu College – Delhi
Sri Venkateswara College – Delhi
Ramjas College – Delhi
| Top Institutes | General Rule for Cut-offs |
|---|---|
| IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur | GATE scores of 500 to 800 |
| IISc Bangalore, | GATE scores of 700 to 1000 for most courses. |
| IIT Kharagpur | GATE scores of 400 to 800 |
| IIT Guwahati | GATE scores of 300 to 800 |
| IIT Roorkee | GATE marks 28 to 70 |
| IIT BHU | GATE scores of 400 to 600 |
| NITs | Depends on the NIT |
| Government Engineering Colleges | Up to AIR 2500 |
| Private Engineering Colleges | Above AIR 2500 |
Have a clear idea about the education system you are going into and understand the admission process clearly.
Identifying your unique talent and make it better doing certificate courses polishing your unique skill should be your primary goal.
Have a memorable and powerful resume prepared.
Your Statement of Purpose (SOP) gives you the opportunity to display your passion and interest for the university you want to get in to and gives you an opportunity to explain the voids in your academic credentials. Your focus has to be on clearly explaining the purpose you are applying for a particular university.
Internships at brands with good face value. Try and get a letter of recommendation from your company.
Letter of recommendation for a master’s degree requires the student to submit three recommendations it is always ideal to have one professional and two academic letters.
Work towards to better personality a well-rounded one. One-dimensional personality having only academic or professional won’t help your case.
Class and university projects. Get engaged in projects which would help you to show your skills and to get identified as a team player.
Improve your soft skills as well as your social skills.
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| Mechanical Engineer | Rs 580,288 | Rs 280KRs | Rs 1.3M |
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| Software Engineer | Rs 642,057 | Rs 285K | Rs 1.4M |
| Assistant Professor, Postsecondary / Higher Education | Rs 384,566 | Rs 215K | Rs 666k |
| Project Engineer | Rs 514,618 | Rs 254K | Rs 1.1M |
| Senior Mechanical Design Engineer | Rs 647,683 | Rs 406K | Rs 986K |
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