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I. What is GATE Exam 2025?
The GATE exam (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is a highly competitive exam in India, primarily tests the understanding of Undergraduate Level Engineering and Science subjects. This Examination is used for:
- Admission to postgraduate programs (M.E., M.Tech, Ph.D.) at IITs, NITs, IISc, and other prestigious institutes.
- Recruitment by public sector undertakings (PSUs) such as ONGC, NTPC, BHEL, and IOCL.
- Higher education or scholarships in some foreign universities and institutions.
II. Key Details About GATE:
Feature Details:
- Full Form: Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering
- Conducted By: Rotated annually among IISc Bangalore and 7 IITs
- Frequency: Once a year (usually in February)
- Age Limit: No limit
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 3 hours
- Total Marks: 100
- Question Types: MCQs, MSQs, and NATs (Numerical Answer Type)
- Number of Papers: 30 subjects (as of 2025)
- Eligibility: Final-year undergraduate students or those who have completed a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science
- Validity of Score: 3 years
iii. Exam Structure:
General Aptitude (15 marks) – Common for all papers.
Subject-specific questions (85 marks) – Based on the chosen stream (Mechanical, CS, ECE, etc.).
IV. Benefits of Clearing GATE:
- Admission to top M.Tech/Ph.D. programs.
- Fellowship programs (e.g., by DRDO or CSIR).
- PSU jobs with attractive pay packages.
- Opportunities for higher studies abroad (some German and Singaporean universities accept GATE scores).
V. Purpose of GATE:
- Higher Education – Entry into M.Tech/M.S./Ph.D. programs.
- Government Jobs – Recruitment in PSUs.
- Foreign Studies – Recognized by universities in Singapore, Germany, etc.
- Research Fellowships – Support from CSIR, DRDO, etc.
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