Qualifying exams like GATE needs a good study plan. The article below will help GATE students to prepare well for the exam. Give it a read.

GATE Preparation Tips: Around nine lakh candidates appear for GATE every year, some get qualified while some face disappointment due to not performing well. This makes GATE one of the biggest and toughest national-level exams for everyone to crack. GATE preparation requires good planning. Read the article below to know more about the GATE preparation tips.
GATE or Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is conducted every year by any of the IITs (Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, Roorkee) or Indian Institute for Science Bangalore (IISC Bangalore) on a rotational basis for admission to post-graduation and research programmes conducted by various institutes across India. All the aspirants seeking admission through the GATE score/rank need to be highly motivated with a clear vision of their goal and a proper strategic plan.
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GATE Highlights
- GATE is a Computer Based (Online) Test conducted every year in the month of February.
- In 2024, IISc Bangalore will be the conducting authority of the exam.
- All the candidates must go through the GATE exam schedule to check the date for their subject's question paper.
- The GATE 2024 result will be declared on March 25.
GATE Preparation Tips
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2024 will be conducted for all 30 subjects. GATE is the biggest online entrance exam for admissions to post-graduate engineering degree courses in Inda. So we advise all the candidates to use most of the time left. Below are some of the important factors that may be helpful in the GATE 2021 preparation.
Self-Study: Many students prefer self-study with online preparation rather than coaching centres. When doing a self-study, candidates must have a clear understanding of the GATE syllabus, GATE exam pattern and also how many questions they are required to attempt for the desired score.
Candidates can use some of the strategies such as what type of questions to attempt first, limit required for each question, etc. prove to be really helpful during the paper. Their strategies must be flexible as per the GATE question paper, as the exam can be full of surprises. Well, there is no sectional time limit so they must get an idea regarding which sequence of questions to be attempted first and how much time to devote to a particular section.
Attempt GATE mock tests every day to analyse your progress for desired results. Mark your strengths and weaknesses according to topics and work on them to avoid any panic situation in the exam. When a candidate is doing self-study then time management is one of the most crucial factors to be managed. As this will result in better speed and accuracy.
If you are not attending any coaching classes and there is no one to tell you about the perfect plan to study, you should not rely on too many resources. Reading from multiple sources may result in confusion and stress. Stick to your notes which you have prepared from the study material and highlights. Read out all the important formulas once every day to avoid any mistakes during the application.
YouTube Channels: Nowadays online Learning is revolutionising the world and YouTube channels in such a scenario have become popular as few of them explain concepts better than coaching centres.
GATE is one of the most competitive exams for engineering graduates seeking admission in post-graduate degree courses across India. Below is the list of some of the popular YouTube channels for GATE preparation.
- YouTube Channel NPTEL which is run by the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning can be a good option for GATE aspirants. This channel has around 1.64M subscribers.
- Gradeup's YouTube Channel is another popular option for GATE aspirants. This channel has around 231K subscribers. It offers video lectures, tips and strategies, and other useful videos.
- GATE Academy is another good option and it a great collection of useful GATE videos that help in exam preparation. This channel has around 574K subscribers. GATE Academy offers concept-based videos, inspirational videos, exam strategies, etc.
- GATE Lectures by Ravindrababu Ravula is another good option for the GATE aspirants. This channel has over 5.26 lakh subscribers. This YouTube channel offers GATE entrance preparation classes and other useful videos.
- GATEMATIC Education was earlier known as Learn GATE Free. This channel has around 157K subscribers. This platform that offers free coaching to the GATE aspirants with online lectures and videos on preparation strategies for different branches of GATE.
Made Easy (most popular coaching centre): Every aspirant preparing for GATE seeks expert help so that they do not miss out on any important guideline that would help them get a good GATE Score. For this, Coaching Institutes are the best way to get expert help and MADE EASY is one of the most famous among these.
Choosing the best coaching institute for preparation is sometimes a tricky task for GATE aspirants. Hence, most of the GATE aspirants can opt for 'MADE EASY'. Though each coaching institute has different to offer and is equally good. But the most important is the experienced and talented faculty of the institute which helps the students are delivering their best results and MADE EASY doesn’t compromise on teaching aspects to achieve this goal.
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Student Forum
Answered 7 hours ago
To download GATE admit card, students have to enter their enrollment ID and password along with arithmetic expression at GOAPS portal
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 7 hours ago
No, GATE authorities do not release any notification regarding dress code. However, it is advised to wear simple and comfortable clothing, as it will ease the checking process.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 7 hours ago
No, passport size is not mandatory to carry. Along with GATE hall ticket, students must carry their valid ID proof, pen or pencil and water bottle. Scribe applicants can carry their assistive devices.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 7 hours ago
GATE CSE exam will take place on February 8 in two sessions. CS 1 and 2 shift timings are-
- Forenoon - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Afternoon - 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 8 hours ago
Official website for GATE admit card download is gate2026.iitg.ac.in. GOAPS portal link is goaps.iitg.ac.in. Students must provide their enrollment ID and password to download their hall ticket.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
GATE admit card release date is January 2, 2026. However, the release time for GATE 2026 admit card has not yet announced by authorities.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, the TS PGECET and GATE syllabus remains the same for M.Tech admission. However, GATE questions are trickier and conceptual compared to TS PGECET. Students who want to appear both TS PGECET and GATE must prepare accordingly-
- Go through pattern of both exams and syllabus
- Solve mock test and questio
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Candidates can check their offer status using their login ID and password obtained during COAP registration. GATE COAP offers will be displayed on given date and time only, where students have to confirm their choices.
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Answered a week ago
The COAP counselling is done online only. For registrations, students need to keep the following details ready-
- GATE application details
- Scores secured in GATE exam
- Mobile number and email address
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Candidates who have qualified GATE exam will be eligible for GATE COAP counselling. The counselling offer admission to IITs. The admission counselling registration is online and is done in multiple rounds depending on seat availability.
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Admit Card - 2 Jan '26