{"id":7811,"date":"2026-07-02T19:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T13:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.madeeasy.in\/?p=7811"},"modified":"2026-07-02T19:28:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T13:58:23","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for GATE 2027: Complete Study Plan &#038; Smart Strategies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting ready for <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/exams\/gate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GATE 2027<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? But you do not have a preparation plan in mind. Do not worry because we are going to make it simple for you. Any competitive exam needs a structured planning to start with. Proper planning can save time and effort. That is why <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.madeeasy.in\/the-untold-stories-of-gate-toppers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GATE toppers<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> work smart and not hard.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.madeeasy.in\/toppers-preparation-plan-to-crack-gate-exam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GATE Preparation plan<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can make your journey more structured. In this blog, we shall cover eligibility and exam pattern for more understanding. By the end of this blog, you will also know a study plan and smart tips to prepare the right way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is the GATE Exam?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GATE stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. It is a national-level examination conducted every year for admission to MTech, ME and direct PhD programmes at IITs, NITs, IIITs and other top universities in India. GATE scores are used by many <\/span>Public Sector Undertak<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ings (<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/exams\/psus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PSU<\/a><\/strong>s)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as ONGC, NTPC, BHEL and GAL for recruitment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GATE is conducted jointly by the IISc Bengaluru and the seven IITs on a rotational basis. As per the available information, GATE 2027 is expected to be conducted by IIT Madras. The exam is tentatively scheduled for February 2027. The official notification is yet to be released.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>GATE Exam Eligibility Criteria\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you begin your GATE exam preparation, check the GATE exam eligibility criteria given below<strong>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should have completed or currently enrolled in the 3rd year or higher of a bachelor\u2019s degree. Students from streams such as Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities can apply.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no upper age limit to appear for GATE.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates with qualifications from approved professional societies such as AMIE or IETE can apply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>GATE Exam Pattern\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the GATE exam pattern helps you divide your study time and practice correctly. Let us see the GATE Exam Pattern given below<strong>:\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-baot=\"1\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"202\" \/>\n<col width=\"180\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>GATE Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Exam Mode<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Computer-Based Test (CBT)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Paper Types<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">General Aptitude and subject-specific section<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Exam Duration<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">3 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Total Marks<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">100 Marks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Total Question<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">65<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Medium<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">English<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Number of Subjects (papers)<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Question Types<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">MCQ, MSQ (Multiple Select Questions) and NAT (Numerical Answer Type)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Negative Marking<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Only for MCQs\nFor a 1-mark MCQ, 1\/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.\nFor a 2-mark MCQ, 2\/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.\nNo negative marking for MSQ and NAT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>GATE Exam Syllabus and Subjects\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your GATE exam syllabus is the most important document for your GATE preparation. It tells you exactly which topics matter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each GATE paper has its own syllabus covering core engineering topics, General Aptitude and in most papers Engineering Mathematics. The GATE exam subjects for GATE 2027 are expected to be largely similar. So, you can prepare with the latest available syllabus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>GATE Subject-Wise Weightage\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every topic carries equal marks. Therefore, you must understand GATE subject-wise weightage first<strong>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go through 8-10 years of <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.madeeasy.in\/why-solving-previous-year-questions-is-a-game-changer-for-gate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GATE previous papers<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see which topics repeat.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify 4-5 high weightage subjects in your branch and give them extra hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not skip General Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics. Together they can fetch 25+ marks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>GATE Study Plan: A Complete Roadmap\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A well-structured GATE study plan makes the difference. It forms the backbone of a solid GATE preparation. Let us see the simple plan you can follow<strong>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Phase 1 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Build your concepts and make short notes as you study. This practice helps for quick revision later.\n<\/span><b>Phase 2<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Solve topic-wise questions, PYQs and standard practice books.\n<\/span><b>Phase 3<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Take a full-length mock test once a week. You can also set a timer while doing this to know the actual exam conditions.\n<\/span><b>Phase 4<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Revisit notes and formula sheets including weak areas. Avoid new topics during this phase.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>GATE Exam Preparation Tips and Strategy\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GATE toppers follow certain tips during their preparation journey. These small habits make a big difference in the overall GATE preparation. Let us see the GATE exam preparation tips given below<strong>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set a clear goal first<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Knowing why you want an IIT admission or PSU job keeps you consistent.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Study smart, not just long<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Focused sessions beat unplanned 12-hour days.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stick to one primary book per subject<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to avoid confusion. Build your own notes from it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Revise Regularly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> instead of leaving it for the last month.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Track progress with <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.madeeasy.in\/importance-mock-tests-gate-exams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>mock test<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and analyse mistakes carefully, not just score.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take care of your health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. During exam preparation, you must balance your study schedule and sleep schedule well.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>GATE Exam Preparation Books and Study Materials\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right GATE exam books makes a real difference to your GATE preparation. Pick one standard textbook for concepts in each subject. Use trusted <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/study.madeeasy.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GATE study material<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as structured notes prepared by MADE EASY\u2019s experts. Moreover, avoid collecting too many books for the same subject.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No GATE preparation is complete without regular practice through a GATE mock test and GATE PYQ. Solving a GATE PYQ set for each subject shows the real difficulty and question style. Attempt weekly mock tests with a timer to build speed. Also after every mock test, analyse your errors carefully.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Some details for GATE 2027 are still tentative so keep checking the official website. Start early and let your study plan guide you step by step.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<style>\/* Hide default symbol *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-post-margin-symbol{\r\n    display:none!important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* Main FAQ Card *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-div{\r\n    border:2px solid #015ba5;\r\n    border-radius:6px;\r\n    overflow:hidden;\r\n    margin-bottom:20px;\r\n    background:#fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* Header *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-title{\r\n    position:relative;\r\n    background:#015ba5;\r\n    cursor:pointer;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* Link Wrapper *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-title .ewd-ufaq-post-margin{\r\n    display:block;\r\n    padding:20px 70px 20px 25px;\r\n    background:#015ba5;\r\n    text-decoration:none;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* Question Text *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-title h4{\r\n    margin:0 !important;\r\n    font-size:18px !important;\r\n    font-weight:600;\r\n    line-height:1.5;\r\n    color:#fff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* Remove any separator *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-title hr,\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-title .ewd-ufaq-separator{\r\n    display:none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Plus Icon *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-title:after{\r\n    content:&quot;+&quot;;\r\n    position:absolute;\r\n    right:25px;\r\n    top:50%;\r\n    transform:translateY(-50%);\r\n    color:#fff;\r\n    font-size:34px;\r\n    font-weight:300;\r\n    line-height:1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Minus Icon *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-post-active .ewd-ufaq-faq-title:after{\r\n    content:&quot;\u2212&quot;;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Body *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-body{\r\n    background:#fff;\r\n    padding:25px;\r\n    border-top:1px solid rgba(1,91,165,.15);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Body Typography *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-body p{\r\n    margin-bottom:15px;\r\n    font-size:16px;\r\n    line-height:1.8;\r\n    color:#555;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Hide Metadata *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-categories,\r\n.ewd-ufaq-author-date,\r\n.ewd-ufaq-back-to-top{\r\n    display:none!important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Expand \/ Collapse Buttons *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-expand-collapse{\r\n    margin-bottom:20px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ewd-ufaq-expand-collapse a{\r\n    border:1px solid #015ba5;\r\n    padding:8px 15px;\r\n    color:#015ba5;\r\n    text-decoration:none;\r\n    border-radius:4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ewd-ufaq-expand-collapse a:hover{\r\n    background:#015ba5;\r\n    color:#fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Prevent social block showing in answer *\/\r\n.ewd-ufaq-faq-body .bottom-msg-div{\r\n    display:none!important;\r\n}<\/style><div  class=\"ewd-ufaq-faq-list ewd-ufaq-page-type-distinct ewd-ufaq-category-tabs-\" id='ewd-ufaq-faq-list'>\n\n\t<input type='hidden' name='show_on_load' value='' id='ewd-ufaq-show-on-load' \/>\n<input type='hidden' name='include_category' value='how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college' id='ewd-ufaq-include-category' \/>\n<input type='hidden' name='exclude_category' value='' id='ewd-ufaq-exclude-category' \/>\n<input type='hidden' name='orderby' value='title' id='ewd-ufaq-orderby' \/>\n<input type='hidden' name='order' value='asc' id='ewd-ufaq-order' \/>\n<input type='hidden' name='post_count' value='-1' id='ewd-ufaq-post-count' \/>\n<input type='hidden' name='current_url' value='\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7811' id='ewd-ufaq-current-url' \/>\n\t\n\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faqs'>\n\n\t\t<div  class=\"ewd-ufaq-faq-div ewd-ufaq-faq-column-count-one ewd-ufaq-faq-responsive-columns- ewd-ufaq-faq-display-style-default ewd-ufaq-can-be-toggled\" id='ewd-ufaq-post-34098-cfneJH4sOo' data-post_id='34098'>\n\n\t\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title ewd-ufaq-faq-toggle'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin'  href='#' role=\"button\">\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin-symbol ewd-ufaq-'>\n\t\t\t<span >A<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title-text'>\n\n\t\t\t<h4>\n\t\t\t\tCan working professionals prepare for GATE?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-clear'><\/div>\n\n\t<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-body' >\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-categories'>\n\t\n\tCategory:\n\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/blog\/ufaq\/what-is-the-gate-exam-used-for?include_category=how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college\">how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin ewd-ufaq-faq-post'>\n\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, working professionals can prepare for GATE with a realistic study plan. Moreover, good quality study material and mock tests are also beneficial.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-author-date'>\n\n\tPosted\n\t\n\ton\n<span class='ewd-ufaq-date'>\n\t2026-07-02<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top-link'>\n\t\tBack to Top\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div  class=\"ewd-ufaq-faq-div ewd-ufaq-faq-column-count-one ewd-ufaq-faq-responsive-columns- ewd-ufaq-faq-display-style-default ewd-ufaq-can-be-toggled\" id='ewd-ufaq-post-34097-DFVcCuJrpe' data-post_id='34097'>\n\n\t\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title ewd-ufaq-faq-toggle'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin'  href='#' role=\"button\">\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin-symbol ewd-ufaq-'>\n\t\t\t<span >A<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title-text'>\n\n\t\t\t<h4>\n\t\t\t\tHow many hours should I study daily?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-clear'><\/div>\n\n\t<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-body' >\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-categories'>\n\t\n\tCategory:\n\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/blog\/ufaq\/what-is-the-gate-exam-used-for?include_category=how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college\">how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin ewd-ufaq-faq-post'>\n\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is no fixed number that works for everyone. Consistency matters the most during the GATE preparation. Most aspirants can also benefit from 4-6 focused study hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-author-date'>\n\n\tPosted\n\t\n\ton\n<span class='ewd-ufaq-date'>\n\t2026-07-02<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top-link'>\n\t\tBack to Top\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div  class=\"ewd-ufaq-faq-div ewd-ufaq-faq-column-count-one ewd-ufaq-faq-responsive-columns- ewd-ufaq-faq-display-style-default ewd-ufaq-can-be-toggled\" id='ewd-ufaq-post-34096-dcCmuteJSR' data-post_id='34096'>\n\n\t\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title ewd-ufaq-faq-toggle'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin'  href='#' role=\"button\">\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin-symbol ewd-ufaq-'>\n\t\t\t<span >A<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title-text'>\n\n\t\t\t<h4>\n\t\t\t\tIs there an age limit for GATE?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-clear'><\/div>\n\n\t<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-body' >\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-categories'>\n\t\n\tCategory:\n\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/blog\/ufaq\/what-is-the-gate-exam-used-for?include_category=how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college\">how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin ewd-ufaq-faq-post'>\n\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No, there is no upper age limit to appear for the GATE exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-author-date'>\n\n\tPosted\n\t\n\ton\n<span class='ewd-ufaq-date'>\n\t2026-07-02<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top-link'>\n\t\tBack to Top\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div  class=\"ewd-ufaq-faq-div ewd-ufaq-faq-column-count-one ewd-ufaq-faq-responsive-columns- ewd-ufaq-faq-display-style-default ewd-ufaq-can-be-toggled\" id='ewd-ufaq-post-34095-LYbfY1sTVY' data-post_id='34095'>\n\n\t\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title ewd-ufaq-faq-toggle'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin'  href='#' role=\"button\">\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin-symbol ewd-ufaq-'>\n\t\t\t<span >A<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-title-text'>\n\n\t\t\t<h4>\n\t\t\t\tWhat is the GATE exam used for?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-clear'><\/div>\n\n\t<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-body' >\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-faq-categories'>\n\t\n\tCategory:\n\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.madeeasy.in\/blog\/ufaq\/what-is-the-gate-exam-used-for?include_category=how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college\">how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college<\/a>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-post-margin ewd-ufaq-faq-post'>\n\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GATE scores are used for admissions to MTech, ME and PhD programmes at IITs, NITs and IIITs. Some PSUs also use GATE score for recruitment purposes. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-author-date'>\n\n\tPosted\n\t\n\ton\n<span class='ewd-ufaq-date'>\n\t2026-07-02<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top'>\n\t\n\t<a class='ewd-ufaq-back-to-top-link'>\n\t\tBack to Top\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A What is the GATE exam used for? Category: how-to-prepare-for-gate-along-with-college GATE scores are used for admissions to MTech, ME and PhD programmes at IITs, NITs and IIITs. Some PSUs also use GATE score for recruitment purposes. 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