Each year, IISc (Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, and Roorkee) organises the GATE Exam (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India.

Which IIT will organize GATE 2025 Exam?

IIT Roorkee will host the GATE 2025 exam.

IIT Roorkee released the official GATE 2025 announcement in August 2024, along with the GATE Exam Date, GATE Eligibility, GATE Exam Pattern, and GATE Updated Syllabus.

GATE 2025 will be held in several places across India in the first week of February. Every year, around 9 lakh people take the GATE Exam, which is held on a nationwide basis. As a result, in order to pass the GATE 2025 Exam, one must work smarter. Because many prestigious institutes admitting students examine GATE Score for their admission process, and the same is true for PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings) process, GATE Score holds a lot of weight. The GATE 2025 exam is also held in nations such as Nepal, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates. The GATE 2025 exam is a computer-based examination (CBT).

GATE 2025 Important Dates

In this table, you’ll find the exam dates for GATE 2025.

GATE Exam 2025 Fees

GATE 2025 Exam Paper Pattern (Tentative)

GATE 2025 Syllabus (Tentative)

What is the best way for a student to prepare for the GATE Exam? A syllabus is very important and/or essential in order to begin preparing for the exam, as it will assist in determining what topics to cover and what not to cover. To have a fundamental comprehension of the syllabus, all candidates must read it thoroughly. This will aid in preparing as well as a good grade.

The GATE Syllabus changes depending on the courses chosen by students; however, the General Aptitude component is the same for all examinations. This section of General Aptitude is worth 15% of the total, whereas the core subjects are worth 85% of the total.

GATE 2025 Application Form

The application form for GATE 2025 will be available on the official website from August 2024. Applicants must fill out and submit their applications through the GATE Online Application System after registering (GOAPS).

Details required for filling the Application Form:

• Name, date of birth, mobile number, parents’ name, and mobile number (as per degree certificate or certificate issued by Institute)
• Communication Addresses (including PIN code)
• Eligibility degree details (Along with scanned copy)
• Name and address of the college, as well as the PIN code
• Photograph and signature of candidates in high resolution (photograph 480*640 pxl)
• in Jpeg format with white background)
• Cities for GATE examinations can be chosen from a list of options.
• Certificate of category (SC/ST) in PDF format (if applicable).
• PwD Certificate (if relevant) and Dyslexic Certificate (if applicable) scanned in pdf format
• Information about a legitimate Identity Document (ID) (The same ID, in original, should be carried to the examination hall)
• Details for fee payment via net banking, debit card, or credit card

GATE 2025 Eligibility Criteria

It is vital to determine whether the individual fits the eligibility criteria before beginning the GATE application process. Every year, a few changes to the eligibility conditions are made. As a result, the question arises: What new GATE Eligibility modifications have been made?

• Candidates must have a minimum qualification of 10+2+3 under the revised criterion.
•  Previous candidates were only allowed to apply for one subject/paper. Candidates can choose two subjects/papers from the prescribed form of combinations starting this year.
• Under the amended criterion, candidates must have a minimum qualification of 10+2+3. 
• Candidates could only apply for one subject/paper in the past. Starting this year, candidates can choose two subjects/papers from the prescribed form of combinations.
• Candidates who have completed or will complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology, Arts, or Commerce, or who have completed a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject, are now considered acceptable applicants.
• To take the Exam, you do not need to have a certain percentage. Similarly, there is no set number of attempts; candidates who meet all of the eligibility requirements are eligible to apply.

GATE 2024 Cut off

GATE Rank vs College

GATE 2025 PSU Recruitment

• Every year, applicants are recruited by public sector undertakings (PSUs) through the GATE exam.
• Candidates who have been shortlisted and have a valid GATE score are invited to participate in selection phases such as a personal interview (PI) or a group discussion (GD).
• The chart below lists some of the top PSUs, as well as the salaries offered to GATE qualified engineers.

GATE 2025 FAQS

Q: How much time do you need to prepare for GATE 2025?

A: Candidates should begin studying for the GATE 2025 exam as soon as possible. The GATE syllabus is extensive, and it is one of the most difficult exams. For cracking GATE and scoring well, 6-7 months should suffice. 

Q: Will the questions from past years’ exams be repeated in the GATE 2025 exam?

A: While questions from prior year GATE exams are not usually repeated, solving past year problems might help you have a better understanding of the question paper format.

 Q: Has the GATE Syllabus for 2025 changed?

A: There has been no new announcement regarding the changes to the GATE syllabus for 2025. Candidates should keep an eye on the official website for any updates from the GATE organising committee on the syllabus.

Q: In GATE 2025, how many papers can a candidate apply for?

Ans: Candidates can apply for any two of the GATE Information Brochure’s 29 papers. According to his or her qualifying degree/discipline, a candidate must select the first paper (main paper). The secondary paper can be chosen from the list of secondary paper options provided in the GATE Information Brochure for the primary paper.