Last 10 years GATE CSE Previous Year's Question Papers with Solutions: Download with detailed answers
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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.
- 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 |
Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
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
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 |
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 -
- Get to understand the question pattern and difficulty level
- Keep a track of GATE 2026 important topics and chapter-wise weightage
- Understand the marking scheme and exam pattern
- Also, keep a note of which topics consists of time-consuming questions
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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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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
Yes, many private colleges like VIT, SRM, Manipal, Amity, and LPU offer M.Tech without GATEas they conduct their own entrance tests. BITS Pilani offers a work-integrated M.Tech for professionals.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
Candidates are offered seat in M.Tech based on GATE scores at NIT Goa. The seats are allotted via CCMT Counselling. In case the seats remain vacant, Non-GATE aspirants can also get admission by passing the written test conducted by the institute.
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Answered 2 days ago
If you are seeking admission in NIT Jamshedpur MTech, then GATE is mandatory. Students applying for non-MTech programmes do not need to appear for GATE. For M.Tech however, GATE followed by the centralised counselling is mandatory. Unless a student is applying through the self-financed/ sponsored ca
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Non-GATE candidates are offered admission in M.Tech based on institute-level examination. NIT Srinagar conducts an entrance test to fill up self-sponsored/ sponsored category and vacant seats after the CCMT Counselling is over. Such candidates have to apply on the institute's website and appear for
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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.
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Answered a week ago
Candidates who have qualified GATE exam are given preference for admission in M.Arch in BMS School of Architecture. But those who have qualified Karnataka PGCET are also considered for admission.
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Answered a week ago
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With a GATE EC 2026 score of 609 under the EWS category, you have a strong profile for M.Tech in VLSI and related specializations. Along with IITs and NITs, Lovely Professional University is also a good option to consider for advanced studies in VLSI and Electronics. LPU offers industry-oriented
Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, GATE qualified candidates will also have to appear for the PGET exam held on the scheduled date. The merit list will combine performance of both WBUT and GATE paper.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, WBUT PGET do accept GATE score for admission. The merit list will be prepared considering 70% weightage to GATE scores and 30% to PGET.
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Answered 2 weeks ago
Candidates with GATE score of 2026, 2025 or 2024 are eligible for BITS HD 2026 entrance examination.
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