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Get the last 10 years GATE CS question papers with solutions PDF below, and learn how to use them effectively and what to expect in the GATE 2026 CS branch question paper. Candidates can download the GATE CSE Question Paper along with the answer key to tally their answers. Get free GATE question paper link with the answer key PDF here.

Download the last 10 years GATE Question Papers with Solutions for CSE pdf: Get the last 10 years GATE CS question papers with solutions PDF below and how to use them effectively and what to expect in the GATE 2026 CS branch question paper. GATE CSE 2026 exam was held on Feb 8 (in two shifts)

Last 10 years GATE question paper for CSE PDF with solutions

Last 10 year's GATE CS Question Paper with Solutions: Preparing for GATE 2026 Computer Science (CSE) is as much about strategy as it is about study hours. One of the best ways to improve accuracy, speed, and confidence is to solve the GATE 2026 previous year papers. This blog walks you through why the last 10 years of GATE CS question papers matter, how to use them effectively, and what to expect, plus tips to get the most from the PDFs you download.

IIT Guwahati conducted GATE 2026 CSE paper on Feb 8. Candidates appearing for GATE must check GATE exam day guidelines and keep their documents ready. Also check GATE dress code for male and female candidates.

Table of contents
  • GATE 2026 CSE Exam Date and Shift Timings
  • GATE 2026 Memory-Based Question Paper Answer Key by Made Easy
  • Why are GATE Previous Year Papers can be a Game-Changer?
  • Download the Last 10 Years GATE CSE Question Papers with Solutions PDF below -
  • How to Review GATE CS papers for Revision

GATE 2026 CSE Exam Date and Shift Timings

GATE CSE is conducted in two shifts. The GATE 2026 exam date has been announced. The GATE is conducted online for three hours. Students can check GATE exam and shift timings 2026 for CSE 1 and 2 paper to stay updated.

  • CS1 shift timings - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
  • CS2 shift 2 timings - 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Candidates appearing GATE CSE 2026 exam can check memory-based today's GATE question paper answer key here -

GATE 2026 CSE Shift 1 Question Paper GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 Answer Key with Solutions
GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 Question Paper GATE 2026 Question Paper PDF by Made Easy
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is GATE 2026 Exam structure?
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GATE papers have three major sections; General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics & Specific Subject. There are 65 questions asked for 100 marks in GATE exam.  

General aptitude questions are asked for 15 marks, Engineering mathematics in some paper codes, 13 marks and the rest 72 marks from the chosen subject.  

In some paper codes engineering mathematics will be excluded only 15 marks general aptitude questions and rest 85 marks will be of chosen subject. 

Q:   What is the ideal number of question attempts to obtain a GATE rank under 1000?
A: 

According to topper's and experts, the ideal number of questions to attempt correctly is 50 to 55, to obtain a GATE rank under 1000. 

Q:   Is there negative marking in GATE exam?
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Yes, GATE has negative marking for Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) only. In GATE question paper, MCQs will be of one and two marks. Hence, the marking scheme for such questions can be checked below -

  • For one mark MCQ - 1/3rd mark will be deducted
  • For two mark MCQ - 2/3rd mark will be deducted
Q:   Which branch GATE question paper is the toughest?
A: 

Considering the past year's trends and experts analysis, GATE CSE, ECE, and EE papers are considered as the toughest papers in GATE exam. Here's why -

  • Complex technical concepts and fundamentals

  • Heavy mathematics

  • Branch popularity and number of registered candidates are more.

GATE 2026 Memory-Based Question Paper Answer Key by Made Easy

Made Easy has released GATE 2026 CSE question paper answer key, students who want to check and analyse their performance can download GATE CSE1 and 2 question paper answer key 2026 below -

Download GATE 2026 CSE2 answer key PDF by Made Easy Download GATE CS 1 answer key PDF with solutions by Made Easy
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Why are GATE Previous Year Papers can be a Game-Changer?

Here's how solving GATE old question papers PDF can be a game changer in aspirants preparation -

Candidates appearing for CSE exam, must download their GATE admit card 2026 from GOAPS.

Also check:

GATE 2026 XE Question Paper GATE XE Answer Key 2026 with Solutions
GATE Paper 2026 XE Cutoff GATE XL Question Paper 2026 PDF
GATE XL Answer Key with Solutions GATE 2026 CSE cutoff
GATE Exam 2026 All Question Paper Download
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is General Aptitude section same for all GATE subject test papers?
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Yes, GATE General Aptitude is common for all papers. The general aptitude section carries 15 marks out 100 marks, comprising 10 questions in total. The section mainly tests candidates' analytical and thinking skills in the exam. Here's a breakdown of the GATE General breakdown of questions -

  • The GA section includes 5 questions of 1 mark and 
  • 5 questions of 2 marks. 

The GATE marking scheme is the same for all. 

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 How to Review GATE CS papers for Revision

  • Check the method and concept used to solve the question.
  • Look for familiar patterns and use the formula to solve the question.
  • Make quick GATE revision notes for last minute.
  • Take GATE mock tests to build accuracy. 

The Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati is conducting GATE 2026 exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15 in two shifts. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website for the latest GATE exam updates. 

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