What are the ESE departments?

ESE departments are the services allocated after clearing ESE prelims, main and interview

How is department allocation done?

Department allocation is done on the basis of marks scored by candidates as well as the preference selected by the candidates while filling out the DAF.

Can department choice affect job profile?

Yes, every department has different job profile.

Can I change my department after allocation?

No, department can’t be changed after allocation.

What are the best books to prepare for the GATE 2026 exam?

If you are a GATE exam aspirant, you must aim to choose reliable resources that guide you throughout preparation. Some recommended books: - GATE-2026: Civil Engineering Previous Year Solved Papers - GATE-2026: Mechanical Engineering Previous Year Solved Papers - GATE-2026: Chemical Engineering Previous Year Solved Papers - GATE-2026: Computer Science and IT Solved Papers

When will the GATE 2026 admit card be released?

The GATE 2026 admit card is expected to be released in the 1st or 2nd week of January 2026.

How many times is the GATE exam conducted every year?

The GATE exam is conducted once every year by the organizing institute assigned for that year.

Can candidates use a physical calculator during the GATE 2026 exam?

No, candidates can only use the virtual calculator provided during the GATE 2026 exam.

What are the GATE 2026 exam dates?

IIT Guwahati will conduct the GATE 2026 exam on 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th February 2026.

What is the expected date of GATE 2026 results?

The GATE 2026 results are expected to be released in the 3rd week of March 2026.

How many vacancies are available for BEL Recruitment 2025?

As per the official notification, a total of 340 posts are available across Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Electrical branches.

What is the salary for BEL Probationary Engineers?

The basic pay is ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000. The approximate CTC is ₹13 LPA, including DA, HRA, conveyance, medical, and other perks.

What is the selection process for BEL Probationary Engineers?

The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (85 marks) and an Interview (15 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 35% for General/OBC/EWS, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

Is there any application fee?

Yes. The application fee is as follows: 1. General – ₹1000 + GST 2. OBC (NCL) – ₹1000 + GST 3. EWS – ₹1000 + GST 4. ESM – No application fee 5. SC – No application fee 6. ST – No application fee 7. PwBD – No application fee

What are the language options for the Computer-Based Test/Interview?

Candidates can choose between Hindi and English for the Computer-Based Test and Interview.

Do I need to pay the application fee before filling up the application form?

No. Once you fill out the application form, you will be redirected to the payment gateway to pay the application fee.

What is the amount payable for the application fee?

The application fee is ₹1000 + GST for General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Do I need to send the printout of the application form and bank challan to any address?

No. You are not required to send a printout of the application form. Candidates should keep a copy of the printed application form and payment receipt for future reference.

Will candidates be reimbursed for travel expenses for the computer-based test?

No. Candidates will not be reimbursed for travel expenses for attending the computer-based test. However, outstation candidates shortlisted for the interview will be eligible for reimbursement of AC Chair Car or III Tier AC fare by the shortest route from their correspondence address to the interview location.