Updated on Feb 18, 2020 15:02 IST
GATE 2020 Mechanical Answer Key has been released by IIT Delhi. Candidates can check how to download GATE 2020 ME answer key, calculation process and more from below.

GATE 2020 Mechanical answer key has been released by tIIT Delhi on February 18, 2020. GATE 2020 Mechanical Engineering exam was conducted on February 1 in the forenoon session from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and in the afternoon session from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Candidates who appeared in the GATE 2020 ME exam can now check GATE 2020 Mechanical answer key available in the PDF format. With the help of GATE Mechanical answer key, candidates will be able to calculate the probable scores in the entrance test.

Latest Update:

After the release of provisional GATE answer key candidates can also challenge the official GATE 2020 Mechanical Engineering answer key by paying the fee of Rs 500 per question.The authority will also release GATE 2020 ME question papers along with the answer key.

Explore colleges based on GATE

Mumbai
₹2.71 L
Delhi
₹70.00 K
Pilani
₹10.38 L
Chennai
₹100.00 K

Want better recommendations?

There is a 90% more chance of getting best college recommendations by sharing preferences.
Chennai
₹3.20 L
Delhi
₹1.23 L
Kharagpur
₹39.85 K
Tiruchirappalli
₹1.40 L
Hyderabad
₹24.00 K
Kanpur
₹20.00 K
Confused about which college or exam to opt for?assitentRcpRhsImage
  • Chat with our counselor
  • Get your personalised list of colleges & exams matching your preferences
View allCollections

GATE 2020 ME Highlights

Subject Paper: Mechanical Engineering

Conducting Authority: IIT Delhi

Date of Exam: February 1 and 2, 2020

Shift of the exam: Morning Session: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm & Afternoon: 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Table of contents
  • GATE 2020 Mechanical Answer Key Dates
  • How to download GATE 2020 ME Answer Key?
  • How to challenge GATE Mechanical 2020 Answer Key?
  • How to calculate scores using GATE 2020 ME answer keys?
  • FAQs Regarding GATE 2020 Answer Key

GATE 2020 Mechanical Answer Key Dates

Events

Dates

GATE 2020 ME Exam

1-Feb-2020

2-Feb-2020

GATE 2020 answer key Mechanical by GATE Academy

 (Released)

GATE ME 2020 official answer key

18-Feb-2020

Use your GATE score to predict Colleges you are elligible for using Shiksha's GATE 2020 College Predictor.Get cut-off information for top MTech Colleges and Courses.  

Predict GATE Colleges

 GATE 2020 ME Answer Key by Coaching Institutes

Coaching Institute

February 1, 2020

Made Easy

Available

Ace Academy

Available Soon

Gate Forum

Morning Session - Download

Gate Academy

Morning Session - Download
Afternoon Session - Download

TIME

Morning Session - Download

Gradeup

Morning Session - Download

Afternoon Session - Download

How to download GATE 2020 ME Answer Key?

  1. Go to the official website of GATE - http://gate.iitd.ac.in
  2. On the login page, enter enrollment ID and GOAPS password
  3. Check and download GATE 2020 ME answer key in pdf format
  4. Download and take a printout of the answer key of GATE 2020 Mechanical

How to challenge GATE Mechanical 2020 Answer Key?

The conducting authority will open the facility to challenge the provisional GATE 2020 answer key in online mode. Candidates who are not satisfied with the GATE official answer keys can raise their objections through GOAPS. Candidates can follow the steps to challenge GATE answer key:

Explore more Engineering exams with upcoming dates

BITS HD 2026 application form

15 Feb '26 - 19 Feb '26

SRMJEEE PG mock test 2026 phase 1

7 Mar '26

VITMEE 2026 application form

20 Jan '26 - 31 Mar '26

GATE 2025 Scorecard Download (...

1 Jun '25 - 31 Dec '25

JUIT PGET 2026 Start Date of t...

15 Feb '26

WBUT PGET 2026 Application for...

7 Jun '26 - 23 Jun '26

  • Visit the official website of GOAPS
  • Enrollment ID/email address and enter GOAPS password
  • Navigate to ‘GATE 2020 answer key’
  • Select the paper you appeared for
  • Click on "raise objection"
  • Check the question number from the official answer key and enter the question ID
  • Pay the objection fee through the available payment modes

GATE 2020 Mechanical Answer Key – Official

GATE ME 2020 Answer Key

Download links

GATE ME 2020 question paper

Morning Session - Download here

Afternoon Session - Download Here

GATE 2020 provisional answer key

Morning Session - Download here

Afternoon Session - Download Here

GATE 2020 final answer key

Download here

GATE Marking Scheme

Paper Code

GA Marks

Subject Marks

Total Marks

Negative Marking

CE, CH, CS, CY, EC, EE, AE, AR, AG, BT, EY, GG, IN, MA, ME, PH, PI, TF, MN, MT, PE, ST

15

85

100

There is no negative marking for a wrong answer in numerical answer type questions

1/3 mark will be deducted for 1 mark question

2/3 Mark will be deducted for 2 mark question

XE (Section A + any two sections)

15

15+2*35

100

XL (Section P + any two sections)

15

25+2*30

100

How to calculate scores using GATE 2020 ME answer keys?

GATE Score – Candidates have to calculate the total number of correct responses and allocate marks obtained in the exam

Negative Marking – Candidates have to calculate negative marks for wrong responses marked in the examination

  • Total marks = Total marks for correct response – Negative marks for incorrect attempts
  • MCQ Marks: Total marks (1 marks) + Total marks (2 marks)
  • Total marks (1 marks) = 1 x number of correct answers – 1/3 x number of wrong answers
  • Total marks (2 marks) = 2 x number of correct answers – 2/3 x number of wrong answers
  • NAT Marks: Total marks (1 marks) + Total marks (2 marks)

Check:

FAQs Regarding GATE 2020 Answer Key

Q. How can we download the GATE 2020 answer key?

A. Candidates can click on the links of the articles of GATE 2020 answer keys for respective subjects in the write-up above.

Q. Where can I get and download the GATE 2020 answer key with detailed solutions?

A. GATE 2020 answer keys with detailed solutions are yet to be released. As soon as it will be available, candidates can download the same from above.

Q. In how many days will the GATE 2020 expected answer key be released?

A. GATE 2020 exam will be over on February 9, it is expected that the answer key will be released in the February 3rd week. As soon as the same will be over, candidates will be able to download it from here only

Q. Can I challenge the GATE answer key 2020?

A. Yes, candidates who are sure enough of a mistake in any of the answers can challenge the GATE 2020 answer key in online mode by paying Rs 500 per question. Candidates will also need to provide proper proof for their challenge.

Videos you may like
About the Author
Download Important Dates for Engineering Exams

News & Updates

Latest NewsPopular News

Explore Other Exams

31 Oct '25 -

27 Nov '25

JEE Main 2026 Registration Ses...

1 Dec '25 -

2 Dec '25

JEE Main 2026 Form Correction ...

Feb '26

TS EAMCET 2026 notification

Mar '26

TS EAMCET 2026 application for...

Apr '26

JEE Advanced 2026 registration...

Apr '26

JEE Advanced 2026 practice tes...

Oct '25

DTU LEET 2025 Display of Merit...

Oct '25

DTU LEET 2025 Exam Date

Jan '26

OJEE 2026 registrations

Mar '26

OJEE 2026: Last date of fee pa...

The list of exams are recommended based on what other exams do the students in your area show interest in
qna

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered 4 weeks ago

The GATE exam is conducted once a year. The entrance test takes place on multiple dates and shifts for 30 test papers. For 2026, IIT Guwahati is conducting the exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15. 

S

Shiksha Hazarika

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

Yes, IIT Guwahati has extended the GATE 2026 registration date with late fees. The new GATE 2026 registration date is October 13.

S

Shiksha Gaurav

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

If you notice an error or discrepancy after submitting your GATE form, don't panic. Once the application correction window opens, log in via GOAPS using your credentials and make the corrections. Details like category, gender, exam city, paper choice, date of birth, etc., can often be edited — usual

...Read more

D

Dheeraj Goswami

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

The GATE cutoff changes every year depending on seat intake, number of applicants appeared in exam, toughness of question paper, and previous cutoff trends. Candidates who meet cutoff score can participate for counselling.

I

Indrani Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Based on the previous year's trends, the GATE 2026 expected cutoff for computer Science and engineering can be checked below- 

  • For General category it might go around 30 to 31.0

However, the GATE cutoff varies every year, depending on the difficulty level, number of applicants appearing for the exam,

...Read more

U

UPASANA PRADHAN

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

No, a duplicate GATE 2026 admit card will not be provided at the test center. Candidates must carry their own admit card along with the mentioned documents and items to the GATE exam center. IIT Guwahati will release the GATE admit card on January 2. 

P

Piyush Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Candidates will get only one scribble pad at a time. They must write their name and registration number before using it. If the rough sheet gets filled, then they can ask for another one scribble pad after returning the previous one to the invigilator. After the exam concludes, candidates must retur

...Read more

B

Bhumika Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, candidates will get a scribble pad in the GATE exam 2026 to do the rough work. Candidates have to write their name and registration number on the scribble pad before using it. However, the rough sheet must be returned after the completion of the exam. 

S

Sumridhi Sinha

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

The barcode present in the GATE admit card 2026 carries the candidate's information. It is required for a faster verification process and fraud prevention. So, make sure it does not get tampered. Carry multiple copies in case your GATE 2026 hall ticket is torn or tampered. 

T

Taru Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Candidates who are appearing for the GATE exam must carry a valid ID proof along with a passport-size photograph, transperant water bottle, and pen (blue or black) along with GATE 2026 hall ticket. We advise to carry atleast two to three copies of admit card to the centre.

A

Aishwarya Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7