How to revise entire GATE syllabus 2026 in one month: Revision Tips, GA and Aptitude Strategy
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 ( GATE )
Result - 19 Mar '26
IIT Guwahati is all set to start GATE 2026. The subject-wise exam dates have been announced, and GATE admit card 2026 has been released. Now, aspirants must solely focus on mock tests and GATE PYQs to score well for the entrance test. Here's a complete, tried and tested GATE revision tips, shared by toppers and many GATE aspirants.
IIT Guwahati will conduct GATE exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 in two shifts, and now with less time left, it is the time to dedicate your full time on few things - revising concepts, analysing mock tests, and how to attempt questions under pressure.
In this article, we have divided the GATE last month revision strategy into phases with tips that one can implement in their study timetable. Whether students appearing GATE exam for MTech admission or PSUs, this revision will definitely help to achieve a good rank in GATE.
In this article, we have provided we have shared tips and strategies on how to complete entire GATE syllabus in one month. Read below to know more.
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- Phase 1 - Build Concepts (First week)
- Phase 2 - Practice and Revise Topics with Mind-Mapping Techniques (Second week)
- Phase 3 - Practice PYQs and Subject-Wise Questions (Last two weeks)
- Aptitude and English Strategy to Score Marks Easily
- What to avoid in last month GATE 2026 revision?
- How to attempt GATE mock tests?
Phase 1 - Build Concepts (First week)
During this period, revisit the chapters that you’ve prepared. Focus on core subjects and general aptitude. Do not neglect general aptitude, as these 15 marks can help you score a good GATE score. Start with chapters that you are confident.
- Focus more on concepts and fundamentals
- Make a note of formulas and go through daily
- Revise your notes (make it a regular practice)
- Concentrate on important topics in the GATE exam
Tip: Avoid reading in-depth, just review the main concepts that you are familiar with.
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How much time is needed to study for the GATE revision?
- Ideal time to revise and study is six to eight hours
- Take quick breaks
- Review one topic every along with mock tests (if you are attempting during this period)
Candidates can download GATE syllabus from the official website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The syllabus is available in PDF format. Before downloading, check the GATE paper code and branch name. The GATE exam syllabus is available for 30 papers.
Yes, the GATE General Aptitude syllabus is common for all branch papers in GATE. Candidates must check the GATE syllabus PDF carefully before starting their preparation. The GATE GA syllabus includes the following -
- Verbal aptitude (basic English grammar and vocabulary)
- Quantitative Aptitude - Data interpretation and numerical computation and estimation
- Analytical Aptitude and Spatial Aptitude
Phase 2 - Practice and Revise Topics with Mind-Mapping Techniques (Second week)
Now that your fundamentals are clear, move to practice and core revision. Here’s what one can do -
- Pick a topic and solve questions starting from easy to difficult levels.
- Solve numerical based questions
- Use mind mapping techniques to memorise important topics. It really helps in engineering mathematics and theory-based subjects.
Phase 3 - Practice PYQs and Subject-Wise Questions (Last two weeks)
Revision is complete without practice. Utilise these last two weeks only on solving question year’s paper and GATE mock test paper.
- Solve 15 to 20 years of GATE question paper
- Practice topic-wise questions after revising each chapter
Solving mock test papers and question papers with solutions will improve accuracy and speed. With that, understanding of GATE exam pattern and syllabus is equally important.
If you are preparing for computer science and engineering, check last 10 years GATE CSE question papers with solutions here -
The GATE Mechanical Engineering syllabus include the following topics and chapters -
- Engineering mathematics
- Applied Mechanics and design
- Fluid mechanics and thermal science
- Materials, manufacturing, and industrial engineering
Candidates applying for GATE ME paper must go through the syllabus and pattern carefully before starting their preparation.
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Aptitude and English Strategy to Score Marks Easily
The GATE General Aptitude and English section are mark-fecthing section that can easily lift your scores. The best way to complete this section is to practice all the old GATE branch papers (GA and Comprehensive section). It is because, these questions are mostly direct and are reapeated for most of the times. No new textbooks or reference books needed, just try attempt the sectional PYQs and you are good to go.
What to avoid in last month GATE 2026 revision?
The last month of GATE preparation is important. So each individual must be careful. Here's what you can do -
- No learning new topics.
- No additional books for preparation
- Do not neglect general aptitude questions
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How to attempt GATE mock tests?
GATE mock test can be game changer, if you are attempting wisely and seriously. After completing one mock paper, analyse mistakes and spot weak areas and start revising again.
It will help in building time management, improving GATE 2026 scores, and calmness to attempt the exam. In short, revising the entire syllabus of GATE in one month needs discipline and smart planning.
Candidates can find link of official GATE mock test papers below -
| GATE Paper Code | Mock Test Paper Link |
|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering (AE) | Click here |
| Agriculture Engineering (AG) | Click here |
| Architecture and Planning (AR) | Click here |
| Biomedical Engineering (BM) | Click here |
| Biotechnology (BT) | Click here |
| Civil Engineering (CE-1) | Click here |
| Civil Engineering (CE-2) | Click here |
| Chemical Engineering (CH) | Click here |
| Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-1) | Click here |
| Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-2) | Click here |
| Chemistry | Click here |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | Click here |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) | Click here |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | Click here |
| Environmental Science and Engineering (ES) | Click here |
| Ecology and Evolution (EY) | Click here |
| Geomatics Engineering (GE) | Click here |
| Geology and Geophysics - Geology (G-B1) | Click here |
| Geology and Geophysics- Geophysics (GG-B2) | Click here |
| Instrumentation Engineering (IN) | Click here |
| Mathematics (MA) | Click here |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | Click here |
| Mining Engineering (MN) | Click here |
| Metallurgical Engineering (MT) | Click here |
| Naval Architecture and Mining Engineering (NM) | Click here |
| Petroleum Engineering (PE) | Click here |
| Physics (PH) | Click here |
| Production and Industrial Engineering (PI) | Click here |
| Statistics (ST) | Click here |
| Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) | Click here |
| Engineering Sciences (XE) | Click here |
| Humanities and Social Sciences - Economics (XH-C1) | Click here |
| Humanities and Social Sciences - English (XH-C2) | Click here |
| Humanities and Social Sciences - Linguistics (XH-C3) | Click here |
| Humanities and Social Sciences- Philosophy (XH-C4) | Click here |
| Humanities and Social Sciences - Psychology (XH-C5) | Click here |
| Humanities and Social Sciences- Sociology (XH-C6) | Click here |
| Life Sciences (XL) | Click here |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
In GATE, normalisation process generally makes a gap of 4 to 7 marks (approximately) between actual and normalised scores. However, if difficulty level of paper was high then the marks might increase. On other hand, for easier paper, marks may reduce offering fairness across sessions.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 days ago
No, the GATE 2026 exam has already been concluded at this point for Jerusalem College of Engineering ME admissions. The entrance exam was conducted in the month of February and the result is expected to be revealed soon in the upcoming month of March.
Candidates who failed to appear for GATE can stil
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There is no confirmation whether GATE is a compulsory entrance exam for Jerusalem College of Engineering ME course admissions. Several unofficial sources state that Jerusalem College of Engineering accepts GATE scores for ME admissions.
However, the website of Jerusalem College of Engineering has not
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
No, to get admission into IIT Madras MTech course, students have to appear for the GATE exam. This is a part of minimum eligibility criteria for M.Tech course admissions. After clearing the GATE exam, the students are selected on the basis of merit list. The students have to obtain a minimum of 60%
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No, there is no subject-wise cutoff mark for GATE exam. The scores along with minimum-qualifying cutoff will be released (category-wise) along with normalised score.
- GATE Marks out of 100
- GATE Scores out of 1000
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Contributor-Level 7
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A GATE score of 550 in mechanical engineering will fetch you a rank range of 1500 - 3000. Students with this GATE score range can opt for M.Tech at NIT Calicut, NIT Trichy, etc.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 days ago
Based on the question paper difficulty level of GATE CS 1 and CS2, it is expected that the normalisation will not be more than +-4 to 5 marks. GATE CSE paper was moderate to tough. The result will be declared on March 19. Candidates can check their qualifying status at GOAPS portal using their enrol
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Answered 4 days ago
Yes, with 50 marks in the GATE exam candidates can get admission to few IITs and NITs as well.
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For top NITs, the safe score in GATE will be roughly around 650 - 750 scores. However, it also depends on other factors, such as category, past year trends, etc.
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Here are some colleges that offer M.Tech admission in CSE round -
- Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
- Central University of Rajasthan
- Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology
- Central Institute of Technology, Kokrajhar
- Central University of Rajasthan
- Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
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No, there is no change in GATE 2026 syllabus. However, a new sectional paper has been added under Engineering Sciences, XE, which is Energy Science and GATE paper code is XE-I. Candidates can download GATE syllabus 2026 PDF from official website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in.