GATE 2025 Cutoff Analysis: Majority Meet Cutoff, But Competition Remains Tough for MTech and PSUs
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2025 ( GATE )
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GATE 2025 Cutoff Poll Analysis: The announcement of GATE 2025 results have created a spark with a mix of emotions among thousands of candidates. Recently, Shiksha conducted a poll to understand where aspirants stand, asking "Did they meet GATE 2025 cutoff?" and here's what aspirants have to say. Read below to know about the GATE 2025 success rate, and career opportunities.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee conducted GATE 2025 exam on February 1, 2, 15, and 16 in two shifts. The results were announced on March 19. The difficulty level was moderate to difficult. With 936019 candidates registered for the exam, out of which 747319 candidates appeared.
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How many students passed GATE 2025 Cutoff?
With 345 votes recorded, the question asked "Did you meet GATE 2025 cutoff?" and here are the responses-
Candidates can check GATE exam pattern and question distribution of the papers - AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, GE, MA, PH, ST, XH, and XL below -
- General aptitude section carry 15 marks and subject mark consists questions of 85 marks
- Total marks of GATE question paper - 100 marks
- Mode of exam is online and time duration is 3 hours
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.
- Yes category - 59%
- No category - 32%
- Yes, but attempt next year - 9%
The poll results describe the challenges, competitiveness, and future aspects.
Majority qualifying GATE 2025 Cutoff- What do the numbers reveal?
59% of students successfully met the GATE 2025 cutoff. These numbers highlight commitment to preparation, and coordination with exam difficulty and regular attempt of GATE previous year's question papers.
Candidates must note that clearing GATE is challenging and no small task. Qualfying GATE clears your opportunities for higher education and research, and PSU opportunities. For admissions through GATE, students must be aware of the selection process, cutoff marks, COAP and CCMT counselling process, and PSU selection process.
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The poll showcases, that 32% of voters did not meet GATE cutoff this year. Now, this can be due to paper difficulty or inadequate planning. For such candidates, clearing cutoff is not the end. Many GATE toppers have achieved a perfect score after a number of attempts. For such applicants, we advise you to begin with focused preparation and strategic planning.
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For the General AI quota, the IIT Madras CSE cutoff 2025 stood at 171 in the first round. Till the last round, the cutoff remained the same, indicating all seats got filled after the first round of the JEE Advanced cutoff. For IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay, the CSE cutoff ranks were closed at 126 and 66, respectively, for the same category. So, considering the cutoff ranks, the IIT Madras cutoff for CSE was comparatively less competitive for admission among the Engineering aspirants as compared to that of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay.
IIT Delhi has been ranked better than IIT Kanpur. Candidates can also look at the ROI calculated based on fee and average package offered to take a decision. The following table presents a comparison between the two institutes:
MTech Institutes | NIRF Ranking 2023 | Total Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|
IIT Delhi | 2 | INR 3 Lacs - INR 8.7 lakh |
4 | INR 20,000 - INR 8 lakh |
NOTE: The fee mentioned above is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.
The GATE 2025 cutoff of computer Science and information technology (category-wise) can be checked below -
- For general - 29.2
- OBC-NCL/EWS - 26.2
- SC/ST/PwD - 19.4
The cutoff is the minimum mark that is required for all candidates to qualify for the exam. IIT Guwahati will announce the GATE cutoff 2026 after the announcement of results.
Aspirants Planning to take GATE Exam next year
Interestingly, although 9% of the participants met the cutoff, but plan to attempt GATE again next year. This showcases, inspiring ambition and improvement.
Clearing basic cutoff may not always guarantee admissions or jobs. Many students aim for higher scores to secure IIT M.Tech seats, research fellowships, or PSU jobs like IOCL, ONGC, and BHEL.
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What does it indicate?
Well, these results straight away point a strong competition, where just qualifying makes no difference. Whether you cleared GATE or not, one must think three steps ahead- start early preparation, skill building, and learning from experiences.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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,
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Contributor-Level 7
As per past year cutoff trends and analysis, GATE 2026 cutoff can be around 25 to 50 marks for various disciplines/branches.