GATE 2024 is an important examination for graduate candidates seeking admission to prestigious institutions like IITs or employment opportunities in PSUs. This article provides comprehensive information about GATE 2024, including exam dates, notification, registration process, syllabus, exam pattern, and more.
GATE 2024 Exam Highlights
Overview
- Examination Name: Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)
- Commonly Known As: GATE
- GATE 2024 Organizing Institute: IISc
- GATE 2024 Official Website: https://gate.iisc.ac.in
- GATE Exam Date 2024: February 3, 4, 10, & 11, 2024 (tentative)
- Administered By: Jointly by IISc Bangalore and Seven IITs
- Purpose of Examination: Qualifying Examination for M.E./M.Tech/Ph.D. admissions and PSU Recruitment
- Application Mode: Online
- Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Mode
- Examination Duration: 180 Minutes (3 Hours)
- Frequency of Examination: Annual
- Number of GATE Papers: 29
- Validity of GATE Score/Grade: 3 Years
GATE Exam Date 2024
IISc will release the final GATE 2024 exam dates in July 2023. Below are the tentative GATE exam dates for 2024:
- Release of GATE notification 2024: August 2023
- GATE 2024 registration start date: August 2023
- GATE registration 2024 last date: October 2023
- GATE 2024 registration last date with late fee: October 2023
- GATE application form correction date: November 2023
- GATE admit card release date: January 2024
- GATE 2024 Exam Date: February 3, 4, 10, & 11, 2024 (tentative)
- Release of GATE response sheets: February 2024
- GATE answer key release date: February 2024
- GATE 2024 answer key challenge date: February 2024
- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering result date: March 2024
- Availability of scorecard: March 2024
GATE 2024 Latest News and Updates
As of now, there have been no official notifications regarding the GATE 2024 exam. Candidates preparing for the IIT GATE exam 2024 can stay updated with the latest news and updates on the GATE GOAPS portal.
GATE 2024 Notification
IISc is expected to release the GATE notification 2024 in the end of July 2023. The GATE exam notification will be available in PDF format on the official website. It will contain important details such as the exam date, time, registration dates, fees, official website, eligibility criteria, and more.
What is GATE?
GATE stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. It is a PG level entrance exam jointly conducted by seven IITs and IISc on behalf of the National Coordination Board, GATE, and the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India. GATE serves as a qualifying examination for admission to M.E./M.Tech programs at IITs and other institutes that accept GATE scores. It also opens up opportunities for PSU recruitment.
GATE 2024 Eligibility Criteria
To appear for the GATE 2024 exam, candidates must meet certain conditions and requirements. The eligibility criteria for GATE 2024 will be specified in the official notification. The following are the general eligibility criteria:
- Candidates currently studying in the 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate degree program OR those who have completed a government-approved degree program in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts are eligible.
- Candidates who have completed their qualifying degree from countries other than India must be currently in the 3rd year or higher or have completed a Bachelor’s degree (duration: at least 3 years) in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Arts/Commerce.
GATE Login
Candidates can access the GATE login through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS). The GATE login portal is available during the registration process. To access the GATE login, candidates need to provide their enrollment ID and password. The GATE login allows candidates to fill out the application form, download the admit card, access the answer key, response sheets, check results, and download the scorecard.
GATE 2024 Application Form
The GATE 2024 application form will be available only in online mode. Candidates need to fill out the application form through the GOAPS portal. It is crucial to ensure that the candidate’s name in the GATE application form matches the name on the valid photo ID that will be presented at the examination center. Here are the steps to fill the GATE registration form 2024:
- Registration: Candidates must register for the GATE exam 2024 on the GOAPS portal. The registration requires details such as the candidate’s first name, middle name, surname, valid email ID, country of residence, mobile number, and password. After providing the details, candidates need to enter the OTP received on their mobile number and registered email ID. A unique enrollment ID will be allotted upon successful registration.
- Application Form: Candidates must complete the GATE 2024 application form with personal details, academic details, communication details, selected paper, exam center preferences, photo ID proof, signature, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Document Upload: Candidates need to upload scanned images of their photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified guidelines.
- Fee Payment: Finally, candidates must pay the GATE application fee online.
GATE 2024 Application Fees
The application fee for GATE 2024 varies based on the candidate’s category. Late fees apply for registrations after the regular deadline. The fee details are as follows:
- Male (General, OBC, and Others): Rs. 1,700 (Rs. 2,200 with late fee)
- SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 850 (Rs. 1,350 with late fee)
- Female candidates: Rs. 850 (Rs. 1,350 with late fee)
GATE 2024 Exam Centres
The official brochure will provide a list of GATE exam centers. In previous years, the GATE exam was conducted at 176 exam centers. Candidates can select their preferred exam centers during the application process. However, the allocation of test centers is done on a first-come, first-serve basis.
GATE 2024 Application Form Correction
After the completion of the GATE 2024 application form filling process, candidates will have the opportunity to make corrections. The correction window allows candidates to edit the details they entered incorrectly. However, not all details can be edited, and a fee may be required to edit the allowed details.
Details open for correction include:
- Name of the candidate
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Category
- Country of Residence
- Parent/Guardian’s Mobile Number
- Correspondence Address
- Exam center and exam city details
- Qualifying Degree Details
GATE Previous Year Sample Papers
To enhance preparation for the GATE exam, candidates are advised to practice previous year’s sample papers. These papers provide valuable insight into the exam pattern and help candidates familiarize themselves with the types of questions asked. Practicing GATE previous year’s sample papers is an effective way to improve performance in the exam.
GATE 2024 Paper Combination
Candidates who wish to appear for two papers in GATE 2024 need to make a primary choice and select a paper combination from the available options. Here is the list of GATE two paper combinations:
- AE: CE, ME, XE
- GG: GE
- AG: CE
- IN: BM, EC, EE, ME
- AR: CE, GE
- MA: CS, PH, ST
- BM: BT, IN
- ME: AE, IN, NM, PI, XE
- BT: BM, XL
- MT: XE
- CE: AE, AG, AR, ES, GE, NM, XE
- NM: CE, ME
- CH: ES, PE, XE
- PE: CH
- CS: EC, GE, MA, PH, ST
- PH: CS, EC, EE, MA, XE
- CY: XE, XL
- PI: ME, XE
- EC: CS, EE, IN, PH
- ST: CS, MA, XH
- EE: EC, IN, PH
- XE: AE, CE, CH, CY, ME, MT, PH, PI
- ES: CE, CH, GE
- XH: ST
- EY: XL
- XL: BT, CY, EY
- GE: AR, CE, CS, ES, GG
GATE Paper Codes
Each paper in GATE is identified by a unique code. Candidates must select the appropriate paper code while choosing their preferred paper. Here is the list of GATE 2024 paper codes:
- Aerospace Engineering: AE
- Agricultural Engineering: AG
- Architecture and Planning: AR
- Biomedical Engineering: BM
- Biotechnology: BT
- Civil Engineering: CE
- Chemical Engineering: CH
- Computer Science and Information Technology: CS
- Chemistry: CY
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: EC
- Electrical Engineering: EE
- Environmental Science & Engineering: ES
- Ecology and Evolution: EY
- Geomatics Engineering: GE
- Geology and Geophysics: GG
- Instrumentation Engineering: IN
- Mathematics: MA
- Mechanical Engineering: ME
- Mining Engineering: MN
- Metallurgical Engineering: MT
- Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering: NM
- Petroleum Engineering: PE
- Physics: PH
- Production and Industrial Engineering: PI
- Statistics: ST
- Textile Engineering and Fibre Science: TF
- Engineering Sciences: XE*
- Humanities & Social Sciences: XH**
- Life Sciences: XL***
GATE 2024 Exam Pattern
Understanding the GATE 2024 exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. It provides insights into the duration, types of questions, total number of questions, marking scheme, and more. The exam pattern for GATE 2024 is as follows:
GATE Exam Pattern 2024
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) [conducted at select centers in select cities]
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours
- Number of Subjects (Papers): 29
- Sections: General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Selected Subject(s)
- Types of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Multiple Select Questions (MSQ), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions
- Abilities Tested: Recall, Comprehension, Application, Analysis & 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
- 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:
- 1-mark MCQ: 1/3 mark deducted for a wrong answer
- 2-mark MCQ: 2/3 mark deducted for a wrong answer
- No negative marking for MSQ or NAT questions
In conclusion, GATE 2024 is an important examination for graduate candidates aspiring for admissions in prestigious institutions or employment opportunities in PSUs. It is crucial for candidates to stay updated with the latest news and notifications regarding the exam. Proper preparation, understanding of the exam pattern, and thorough knowledge of the syllabus will contribute to success in GATE 2024.