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| GATE 2024 |
GATE 2024
is a popular exam for engineering students in India. It gives you a chance to
study in top Indian institutes and opens doors to great career opportunities.
The official notification for GATE 2024 will come out in July 2023 on the
website gate.iisc.ac.in. In September, you can register online for the exam if
you meet the eligibility criteria. The exam will take place in February 2024
and will be conducted online. It will cover 29 different subjects. By scoring
well in GATE, you can get admission to prestigious institutes like IITs and
NITs. It can also help you land a job in PSUs and research organizations.
IISc
Bangalore will be conducting the upcoming GATE 2024 exam. They previously
organized the GATE exam in 2016. The official notification for GATE 2024 will
be released by IISc Bangalore in August on gate.iisc.ac.in. So, get ready for
GATE 2024 led by IISc Bangalore.
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What is GATE EXAM?
The GATE
exam is a national-level test held in India for students who want to pursue
postgraduate programs in engineering. It is conducted by IISc Bangalore and
seven IITs on a rotational basis. GATE scores are used by public sector
companies and research organizations for job opportunities. The exam evaluates
candidates' understanding of their undergraduate subjects. GATE is conducted
across eight zones in India by the GATE Committee on behalf of the Department
of Education. It provides admissions to various institutes and opens doors for
career growth in engineering and research. GATE also offers opportunities for
admissions and research in other universities and serves as an entry point to
various PSUs and research organizations for employment. Notable organizations
that consider GATE scores for job placements include ONGC, NTPC, GAIL, HPCL,
PGCIL, BHEL, BSNL, NHPC, BARC, and DRDO, among others.
GATE 2024 Exam Overview
IISc
Bangalore will soon release the GATE Notification 2024, which will provide all
the important information about the exam. Here are the key details you need to
know:
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GATE Exam 2024 |
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GATE 2024 Organizing Institute |
IISc, Bangalore |
|
Exam Name |
Graduate
Aptitude Test in Engineering [GATE] |
|
Administered By |
Jointly
by IISc Bangalore and seven IIT |
|
Number of GATE Papers |
29 |
|
Online Registration Dates |
1st week
of September, 2023 |
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Exam Mode |
Online [Computer Based Mode] |
|
Frequency of Examination |
Annual |
|
Validity of GATE Score/Grade |
3 Years |
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Official Website |
gate.iisc.ac.in |
GATE 2024 Notification
The GATE
2024 notification will be released by the GATE office in July 2023. It will
provide all the important details about the exam, including the exam dates,
application process, exam pattern, syllabus, and eligibility criteria. The
notification is expected to be available by July 31, 2023. Along with the
notification, IISc Bangalore will also release the information brochure,
updated syllabus, and exam pattern. Stay updated with our page for the latest
updates on GATE 2024. You can also refer to the table below to see when the
GATE notifications were released in previous years. Stay updated on our website
for the direct link to download the GATE 2024 Notification PDF once it becomes
available. In the meantime, you can refer to the previous year's GATE notification.
Visit [GATE 2023 Notification PDF Download] for more details.
GATE 2024: Important Exam Dates
IISc Bangalore is expected to announce the final exam dates for GATE
2024 in July 2023. Here are the tentative dates for the GATE exam in 2024.
Please refer to the table below for the GATE 2024 exam dates as provided by
IISc Bangalore.
|
GATE 2024 Important Dates (Tentative) |
|
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Notification Release Date |
July 31,
2023 (Tentative) |
|
Online Application Form Start Date |
1st
September 2023 |
|
Online Application Form Last Date |
15
September 2023 |
|
Application Form Last Date (with late fee) |
15
October 2023 |
|
Application Form Correction |
8 November
2023 to 14 November 2023 |
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Admit Card |
9 January
2024 |
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GATE 2024
Exam Date |
3, 4, 10
and 11 February 2024 |
|
Response Sheet Release |
15
February 2024 |
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Answer Key Release Date |
21
February 2024 |
|
Answer Key Challenge Window |
22 February
2024 to 25 February 2024 |
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GATE 2024 Result Release Date |
16 March
2024 |
|
GATE 2024 Scorecard Release Date |
21 March
2024 |
|
Counselling Commence |
2nd Week
of April, 2024 |
GATE 2024 Organizing Institute
The GATE
exam is organized by both IISc Bangalore and seven IITs. They work together to
make sure the exam is fair and runs smoothly for all candidates in India. The
participating institutes are IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur,
IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, IIT Roorkee, and IISc Bangalore. Each year, one of
these institutes takes the responsibility of organizing the exam. Here is a
table showing which institute organized the exam in different years:
|
Institute Name |
Year |
|
IIT Kanpur |
2023 |
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IIT Kharagpur |
2022 |
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IIT Bombay |
2021 |
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IIT Delhi |
2020 |
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IIT Madras |
2019 |
|
IIT Guwahati |
2018 |
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IIT Roorkee |
2017 |
|
IISc Bangalore |
2016 |
GATE 2024 Combination of Two Papers
In GATE
2024, candidates have the opportunity to select and appear in a maximum of two
papers out of the 29 papers offered. This flexibility enables candidates to
concentrate on subjects that align with their interests and academic
background, thereby enhancing their chances of achieving a favorable score in
the GATE exam. By choosing up to two papers, candidates can strategically focus
on their preferred areas of study and optimize their performance.
|
Paper Name/Paper Code |
Paper Combination |
|
Aerospace
Engineering Code: AE |
CE, ME,XE |
|
Agricultural
Engineering Code: AG |
CE |
|
Architecture and Planning Code: AR |
CE, GE |
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Biomedical Engineering Code: BM |
BT, IN |
|
Biotechnology Code: BT |
BM, XL |
|
Civil Engineering Code: CE |
AE, AG, AR, ES, GE, NM, XE |
|
Chemical
Engineering Code: CH |
ES, PE, XE |
|
Computer Science
and Information Technology Code: CS |
EC, GE, MA, PH, ST |
|
Chemistry Code: CY |
XE, XL |
|
Electronics and
Communication Engineering Code: EC |
CS, EE, IN, PH |
|
Electrical
Engineering Code: EE |
EC, IN, PH |
|
Environmental Science and Engineering Code: ES |
CE, CH, GE |
|
Ecology and Evolution Code: EY |
XL |
|
Geomatics Engineering Code: GE |
AR, CE, CS, ES, GG |
|
Geology and Geophysics Code: GG |
GE |
|
Instrumentation Engineering Code: IN |
BM, EC, EE, ME |
|
Mathematics Code: MA |
CS, PH, ST |
|
Mechanical Engineering Code: ME |
AE, IN, NM, PI, XE |
|
Mining Engineering Code: MN |
Update Soon |
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Metallurgical Engineering Code: MT |
XE |
|
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Code: NM |
CE, ME |
|
Petroleum Engineering Code: PE |
CH |
|
Physics Code: PH |
CS, EC, EE, MA, XE |
|
Production and Industrial Engineering Code: PI |
ME, XE |
|
Statistics Code: ST |
CS, MA, XH |
|
Textile Engineering and Fibre Science Code: TF |
Update Soon |
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Engineering Sciences Code: XE |
AE, CE, CH, CY, ME, MT, PH, PI |
|
Humanities & Social Sciences Code: XH |
ST |
|
Life Sciences Code: XL |
BT, CY, EY |
GATE 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Before
starting the application process, candidates must ensure that they meet the
educational eligibility criteria for GATE 2024. To be eligible for the GATE
2023 exam, candidates should fulfill one of the following conditions: Currently
studying in the 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate degree program, or have
already completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering,
Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, or Arts.
|
Degree/Examination |
Description of Eligible Candidates |
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Degree: B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Pharm. Examination: Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering / Technology (4
years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering /
Technology) |
Currently in the
3rd year or higher or already completed |
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Degree: B. Arch. Examination: Bachelor’s degree of Architecture (5- year course) / Naval Architecture
(4- year course) / Planning (4- year course) |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or
already completed |
|
Degree: B.Sc. (Research)
/ B.S. Examination: Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post- Diploma/4 years after 10+2) |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or
already completed |
|
Degree: Pharm. D.
(after 10+2) Examination: 6 years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training,
during third year onwards |
Currently in the 3 /4 /5 /6 year or
already completed |
|
Degree: M.B.B.S. /
B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. Examination: Degree holders of M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. and those who are in the 5
/6 /7 semester or higher semester of such program. |
5 /6 /7 or higher
semester or already completed |
|
Degree: M. Sc. / M.A. /
MCA or equivalent Examination: Master’s degree in any branch of Arts / Science / Mathematics /
Statistics / Computer Applications or equivalent |
Currently in the
first year or higher or already Completed |
|
Degree: Int. M.E. /
M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.) Examination: Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/ Technology
(4-year program) |
Currently in the 1
/2 /3 /4 year or already completed |
|
Degree: Int. M.E./
M.Tech./M.Pharm. or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) Examination: Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in
Engineering/Technology (5-year program) |
Currently in the
3/4 /5 year or already completed |
|
Degree: B.Sc. / B.A. /
B.Com. Examination: Bachelor degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3-year
program) |
Currently in the
3rd year or already completed |
|
Degree: Int. M.Sc. /
Int. B.S. / M.S. Examination: Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program |
Currently in the
3rd year or higher or already completed |
|
Degree: Professional
Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.) Examination: B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies,
recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by Institution of Engineers- India,
AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) |
Completed Section
A or equivalent of such professional courses |
|
Degree: B.Sc.
(Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) Examination: 4-years program |
Currently in the 3
/4 year or already completed |
GATE 2024 Eligibility Criteria for International Students
International
students from countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia,
and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are eligible to appear for GATE 2024. These
students must have either completed their bachelor's degree in engineering and
technology or be in the final year or pre-final year of their studies.
GATE 2024 Exam Pattern
The GATE
2024 exam will be conducted as a fully Computer Based Test (CBT) with a total
of 29 subject papers. The exam pattern will consist of objective-type
questions, including Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select
Questions (MSQs), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions. Candidates have
the option to choose and appear in one or a maximum of two subject papers from
the provided combinations. The final allotment of two papers will depend on
availability. There is no age limit for appearing in the GATE 2024 examination.
Exam Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
Total
Marks: 100
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GATE 2024 Exam Pattern |
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|
Exam Mode |
Computer Based
Test (CBT) |
|
Exam Duration |
3 Hours* Note: PwD candidates with benchmark disability are eligible for the
compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour. Thus, they will get one hour extra
for a three hours examination. |
|
Number of Subjects
(Papers) |
29 |
|
Exam Sections |
General Aptitude
(GA) + Candidate’s Selected Subject |
|
Types of Questions |
(a) Multiple
Choice Questions (MCQ) (b) Multiple
Select Questions (MSQ) and/or (c) Numerical
Answer Type (NAT) |
|
Questions for testing
these abilities |
(a) Recall (b) Comprehension (c) Application (d) Analysis and Synthesis |
|
Number of
Questions |
10 (GA) + 55
(Subject) = 65 Questions |
|
Distribution of
Marks in all Papers EXCEPT papers AR, CY, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL |
General Aptitude:
15 Marks + Engineering Mathematics*: 13 Marks + Subject Questions: 72 Marks =
Total: 100 Marks (*XE includes Engineering Mathematics section XE-A of 15
Marks) |
|
Distribution of
Marks in papers AR, CY, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL |
General Aptitude:
15 Marks + Subject Questions: 85 Marks = Total: 100 Marks |
|
Marking Scheme |
Questions carry 1
mark and 2 marks |
Negative
Marking: For a wrong answer chosen in a MCQ,
there will be negative marking. For 1-mark MCQ, 1/3 mark will be deducted for a
wrong answer. Likewise, for 2-mark MCQ, 2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong
answer. There is no negative marking for wrong answer(s) to MSQ and NAT
question.
|
Paper Code |
Marks |
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|
General Aptitude |
Subject Marks |
|
|
Paper Code: AE, AG, BM, BT,
CE, CH, CS, CY, EC, EE, ES, EY, IN, MA, ME, MN, MT, NM, PE, PH, PI, ST, TF |
15 |
85 |
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Paper Code: AR [Part A +
Part B1 or B2] (B1: Architecture or B2: Planning) |
15 |
60+25 |
|
Paper Code: GE [Part A +
Part B1 or B2] (B1: Surveying and Mapping or B2: Image Processing and
Analysis) |
15 |
55+30 |
|
Paper Code: GG [Part A +
Part B] (Section 1: Geology or Section 2: Geophysics) |
15 |
25+60 |
|
Paper Code: XE (Section A +
Any TWO Sections) |
15 |
15 + (2 x 35) |
|
Paper Code: XH (Section B1
+ Any ONE Section) |
15 |
25+60 |
|
Paper Code: XL (Section P +
Any TWO Sections) |
15 |
25 + (2 x 30) |
GATE 2024 Syllabus
The GATE exam
has 29 papers, and candidates can choose the paper that matches their
graduation subject. Each paper has a different syllabus. For GATE 2024, you can
download the official PDF of the syllabus for your paper from the link
provided. IISc Bangalore will release the syllabus and other details for GATE
2024 on their official website. The General Aptitude (GA) syllabus is the same
for all papers, but the specific subject syllabus varies.
|
Engineering Branch/Code |
Download Link |
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GATE Syllabus for Aerospace
Engineering Code: AE |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Agricultural
Engineering Code: AG |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Architecture
and Planning Code: AR |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Biomedical
Engineering Code: BM |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Biotechnology Code: BT |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Civil
Engineering Code: CE |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Chemical
Engineering Code: CH |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Computer
Science and Information Technology Code: CS |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Chemistry Code: CY |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Electronics
and Communication Engineering Code: EC |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Electrical
Engineering Code: EE |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Environmental Science and Engineering Code: ES |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Ecology and Evolution Code: EY |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Geomatics Engineering Code: GE |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Geology and Geophysics Code: GG |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Instrumentation Engineering Code: IN |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Mathematics Code: MA |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Mechanical Engineering Code: ME |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Mining Engineering Code: MN |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Metallurgical Engineering Code: MT |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Code: NM |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Petroleum Engineering Code: PE |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Physics Code: PH |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Production and Industrial Engineering Code: PI |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Statistics Code: ST |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Textile Engineering and Fibre Science Code: TF |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Engineering Sciences Code: XE |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Humanities & Social Sciences Code: XH |
Update Soon |
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GATE Syllabus for Life Sciences Code: XL |
Update Soon |
GATE 2024 Application Fees
The
registration for GATE 2024 will open in August 2023, and interested candidates
can apply for the exam through the official website using the GOAPS platform.
The application fees for GATE 2024 must be paid online, using methods such as
net banking, debit card, credit card, wallet, or other available payment
options. It is important to note that additional bank fees or online
transaction charges may be applicable as per banking norms. Candidates who
choose to appear for two papers in GATE 2024 will be required to pay double the
fee specified in the GATE 2024 Brochure.
|
Category |
Application Fee |
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Normal Fee |
Late Fee |
|
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Female |
850 INR |
1550 INR |
|
SC/ ST/ PwD |
850 INR |
1550 INR |
|
All Other Candidates (including
international applicants) |
1700 INR |
1700 INR |
GATE 2024 Application Fee for Centers Outside India
For
candidates applying for the GATE exam outside of India, the application fee
must be paid in USD. The GATE 2024 Application Fee for centers outside India
remains the same for all candidates, regardless of their nationality or country
of residence.
|
Category |
Application Fee |
|
|
Normal Fee |
Late Fee |
|
|
Group 1: Dhaka, Kathmandu, Kuala
Lumpur, Male, Port Louis and Thimphu |
100 USD |
150 USD |
|
Group 2: Dubai & Singapore |
200 USD |
250 USD |
GATE 2024 Admit Card
Registered
candidates for GATE 2024 will be able to download their admit cards in January.
The admit card can be accessed through the official GATE website using the
candidate's enrollment ID and password. It is important to carefully check the
details on the admit card and contact helpline services in case of any
discrepancies. On the day of the exam, candidates must carry their admit card
along with a valid photo ID proof. Accepted photo IDs include Voter ID,
Passport, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, College ID, Employee ID, Driving License, and
for international students, Passport or Government-issued ID. The admit card is
essential for entry into the examination hall.
To
download the admit card, candidates need to visit the official GATE 2024
website, login using their registration number and password, and click on the
provided link to download the admit card in PDF format.
GATE 2024 Answer Key
The GATE
answer keys for the year 2024 will be released online on the official website.
Initially, the provisional answer key will be published, allowing candidates to
raise objections within a specified period by providing supporting evidence.
After considering the challenges, the final answer key will be released by IIT
Kanpur, the conducting authority. To download the GATE answer key for 2024,
candidates need to visit the GATE login website and click on the 'answer key'
link. The answer key, along with the corresponding question papers, will be
displayed on the screen and can be downloaded in PDF format. The answer key will
be available shortly after the GATE 2024 exam. Candidates can also access their
response sheets before the answer key is released to estimate their exam score
by comparing their answers with the answer key.
GATE 2024 Result
The GATE
results for the 2024 exam will be announced in March. Candidates can access
their GATE scorecard from the official website if they have obtained a valid
score. It's important to note that the GATE scorecard is valid for a period of
three years from the date of result announcement. To check the GATE 2024
result, candidates need to visit the GATE GOAPS portal and login using their
enrollment ID or email address along with the password. By clicking on the
'result' tab, candidates can view their GATE 2024 result on the screen. It is
advisable to check the details and save the result for future reference.
GATE 2024 Cutoff
Along with
the announcement of the GATE 2024 results, the authorities will also publish
the subject-wise cutoff scores. Only those candidates who meet the cutoff
criteria will be considered qualified. The cutoff scores for GATE 2024 have not
been released yet. In the meantime, candidates can refer to the cutoff scores
from previous years. The cutoff scores are typically made available shortly
after the results are declared. You can find the cutoff scores from the
previous year below:
GATE 2023 Cutoff
|
Paper Name/Paper Code |
Qualifying cutoff Marks |
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General |
OBC-NCL/EWS |
SC/ST/PWD |
|
|
Architecture and Planning Code: AR |
33.7 |
30.3 |
TBA |
|
Biotechnology Code: BT |
31.6 |
28.4 |
21.0 |
|
Civil Engineering Code: CE |
26.6 |
23.9 |
17.7 |
|
Chemical
Engineering Code: CH |
32.1 |
TBA |
TBA |
|
Computer Science
and Information Technology Code: CS |
32.5 |
29.2 |
21.6 |
|
Chemistry Code: CY |
27.5 |
24.7 |
18.3 |
|
Electronics and
Communication Engineering Code: EC |
29.9 |
26.9 |
19.9 |
|
Electrical
Engineering Code: EE |
25 |
22.5 |
16.6 |
|
Ecology and Evolution Code: EY |
42.6 |
38.3 |
28.4 |
|
Instrumentation Engineering Code: IN |
24.8 |
31.3 |
23.2 |
|
Mathematics Code: MA |
25.0 |
22.5 |
16.6 |
|
Mechanical Engineering Code: ME |
28.4 |
25.5 |
18.9 |
|
Physics Code: PH |
31.1 |
27.9 |
20.7 |
|
Statistics Code: ST |
25.0 |
22.5 |
16.6 |
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GATE Previous and Expected Year Cut Off All Engineering Branch |
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GATE 2024 Study Material
We have
compiled a collection of GATE study materials for the year 2024 in PDF format.
These study materials are intended to assist GATE and PSU aspirants in their
preparation. You can find the study material for your specific stream in the
table provided below. We are continuously working on expanding our collection
to include more subjects and study materials. Our goal is to provide
comprehensive support to help you in your preparation.
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Event Name |
More Information |
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GATE Previous Year Paper PDF for Electrical
Engineering |
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GATE Previous Year Paper PDF for
Mechanical Engineering |
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GATE Previous Year Paper PDF for Civil
Engineering |
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GATE Previous Year Paper PDF for Computer
Science Engineering |
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GATE 2024 Best Books |
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Best Books for GATE 2024 Electrical
Engineering |
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Best Books for GATE 2024 Mechanical
Engineering |
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Best Books for GATE 2024 Civil
Engineering |
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Best Books for GATE 2024 Computer
Science Engineering |
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GATE 2024 Notes PDF |
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GATE 2024 Notes PDF Download |
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Conclusion
In
conclusion, GATE 2024 is an important examination for engineering students in
India, providing them with opportunities for higher education and career
advancement. The official notification for GATE 2024 will be released by IISc
Bangalore in July 2023, with registration starting in September 2023. The exam,
organized by IISc Bangalore and seven IITs, will take place in February 2024
and will cover 29 different subjects. Scoring well in GATE can lead to
admission in prestigious institutes like IITs and NITs, as well as employment
opportunities in PSUs and research organizations. The exam pattern consists of
multiple-choice questions, multiple select questions, and numerical answer type
questions. It is crucial for candidates to meet the eligibility criteria, which
include completing or being in the final year of an undergraduate degree
program in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, or arts.
International students from select countries are also eligible to appear for
GATE 2024. By preparing effectively and staying updated with the official
notifications, candidates can maximize their chances of success in GATE 2024
and pave the way for a promising engineering career.
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