Can we give GATE exam two times in a year?

No, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering examination takes place once a year. Every year, different IITs and IISc conduct exam on rotational basis. GATE is conducted online for three hours for 30 branch papers.

When will GATE 2026 counselling process start?

The GATE counselling process starts after the announcement of results. The GATE counselling is conducted by COAP and CCMT. The COAP (Common Offer Acceptance Portal) is the counselling portal that offers admission to IITs. While CCMT (Centralised Counselling for MTech/M.Arch/M.Plan) is the counselling portal that offers admission to NITs, IIITs, and other GFTIs. COAP 2026 counselling registrations are ongoing. Round 1 counselling will begin on May 11.

Which IIT is conducting the GATE 2026 exam?

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati conducted GATE 2026 exam. The exam dates along with branch-wise exam dates was released on official website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The entrance test was held in two shifts - Forenoon - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Afternoon - 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm

What changes are made in GATE 2026?

This year, IIT Guwahati is conducting GATE 2026, and two things have been modified - The GATE fees have been revised for all categories A new sectional paper has been introduced, called Energy Science (under Engineering Sciences). The details are available on the official website as well as in the information brochure.

Where can I download the latest GATE syllabus for preparation?

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.

How many exam centres can I choose while filling the GATE application form?

Candidates can choose at least three exam centres while filling their GATE 2026 application form. The list of GATE exam cities (zone-wise) is available on the website. Besides that, it has to be noted that the three centres must be from the same zone. Thus, based on the availability, the centre will be allotted to the candidate for appearing the GATE 2026 exam.

M.Tech colleges accepting GATE in Hyderabad

India is home to many M.E./M.Tech colleges. There are 70 M.E./M.Tech colleges. These 70 colleges can be classified into 59 private owned and 9 public / government owned.

Location wise

Hyderabad is home to many M.E./M.Tech colleges. Out of which, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh having maximum no. of M.E./M.Tech colleges. Refer to the table below Hyderabad offering M.E./M.Tech colleges in India.

Location Details	Colleges
Maharashtra	355 Colleges
Tamil Nadu	335 Colleges
Andhra Pradesh	252 Colleges
Karnataka	151 Colleges
Telangana	131 Colleges
Madhya Pradesh	107 Colleges
Pune	88 Colleges
Rajasthan	76 Colleges
Gujarat	75 Colleges
Kerala	72 Colleges
Hyderabad	70 Colleges
Delhi/NCR	70 Colleges
Chennai	68 Colleges
Bangalore	68 Colleges
Punjab	61 Colleges
Uttar Pradesh	60 Colleges
Haryana	56 Colleges
Orissa	54 Colleges
Tamil Nadu - Other	51 Colleges
West Bengal	49 Colleges

Specializations

The topmost Computer Science Engineering is the most popular specialisations followed by VLSI Design in Hyderabad. Refer to the table below showing specialisations offered by number of colleges.

Specialization Details	Colleges
Computer Science Engineering	60 Colleges
VLSI Design	33 Colleges
Power Engineering	26 Colleges
Electronics & Communication Engineering	23 Colleges
Mechanical Engineering	23 Colleges
Electrical Engineering	22 Colleges
Structural Engineering	22 Colleges
Electronics Engineering	16 Colleges
Networking, Hardware & Security	14 Colleges
Embedded Systems & VLSI	11 Colleges
Civil Engineering	10 Colleges
Information Technology	9 Colleges
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning	9 Colleges
Communications Engineering	7 Colleges
CAD / CAM / CAE	5 Colleges
Chemical Engineering	5 Colleges
Aerospace Engineering	4 Colleges
Big Data & Analytics	4 Colleges
Biotechnology Engineering	4 Colleges
Robotics Engineering	4 Colleges

Entrance Exams

GATE is the most popular exam accepted by M.E./M.Tech colleges in Hyderabad. Below is the table showing exams accepted by no. of M.E./M.Tech colleges in Hyderabad.

Exam Details	Colleges
GATE	70 Colleges
TS PGECET	55 Colleges
TS EAMCET	4 Colleges
CUET-PG	2 Colleges
JEE Main	1 Colleges
AP EAMCET	1 Colleges
CEED	1 Colleges
GITAM GAT	1 Colleges
ICAR AIEEA	1 Colleges
GPAT	1 Colleges
BITS HD	1 Colleges
NIPER JEE	1 Colleges
NEET PG	1 Colleges
AP PGECET	1 Colleges
AP ECET	1 Colleges
TS ECET	1 Colleges
IIITH PGEE	1 Colleges
CBSE 12th	1 Colleges
ISC	1 Colleges
TSBIE	1 Colleges

India is home to many M.E./M.Tech colleges. There are 70 M.E./M.Tech colleges. These 70 colleges can be classified into 59 private owned and 9 public / government owned.

Location wise

Location Details	Colleges
Maharashtra	355 Colleges
Tamil Nadu	335 Colleges
Andhra Pradesh	252 Colleges
Karnataka	151 Colleges
Telangana	131 Colleges
Madhya Pradesh	107 Colleges
Pune	88 Colleges
Rajasthan	76 Colleges
Gujarat	75 Colleges
Kerala	72 Colleges
Hyderabad	70 Colleges
Delhi/NCR	70 Colleges
Chennai	68 Colleges
Bangalore	68 Colleges
Punjab	61 Colleges
Uttar Pradesh	60 Colleges
Haryana	56 Colleges
Orissa	54 Colleges
Tamil Nadu - Other	51 Colleges
West Bengal	49 Colleges

Specializations

The topmost Computer Science Engineering is the most popular specialisations followed by VLSI Design in Hyderabad. Refer to the table below showing specialisations offered by number of colleges.

Specialization Details	Colleges
Computer Science Engineering	60 Colleges
VLSI Design	33 Colleges
Power Engineering	26 Colleges
Electronics & Communication Engineering	23 Colleges
Mechanical Engineering	23 Colleges
Electrical Engineering	22 Colleges
Structural Engineering	22 Colleges
Electronics Engineering	16 Colleges
Networking, Hardware & Security	14 Colleges
Embedded Systems & VLSI	11 Colleges
Civil Engineering	10 Colleges
Information Technology	9 Colleges
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning	9 Colleges
Communications Engineering	7 Colleges
CAD / CAM / CAE	5 Colleges
Chemical Engineering	5 Colleges
Aerospace Engineering	4 Colleges
Big Data & Analytics	4 Colleges
Biotechnology Engineering	4 Colleges
Robotics Engineering	4 Colleges

Entrance Exams

GATE is the most popular exam accepted by M.E./M.Tech colleges in Hyderabad. Below is the table showing exams accepted by no. of M.E./M.Tech colleges in Hyderabad.

Exam Details	Colleges
GATE	70 Colleges
TS PGECET	55 Colleges
TS EAMCET	4 Colleges
CUET-PG	2 Colleges
JEE Main	1 Colleges
AP EAMCET	1 Colleges
CEED	1 Colleges
GITAM GAT	1 Colleges
ICAR AIEEA	1 Colleges
GPAT	1 Colleges
BITS HD	1 Colleges
NIPER JEE	1 Colleges
NEET PG	1 Colleges
AP PGECET	1 Colleges
AP ECET	1 Colleges
TS ECET	1 Colleges
IIITH PGEE	1 Colleges
CBSE 12th	1 Colleges
ISC	1 Colleges
TSBIE	1 Colleges

Annamacharya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Ranga Reddy

Hayat NagarPvt

Courses Offered

5 Courses

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.14 L

Median Salary

– / –

Institute of Science and Technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad

KukatpallyGovt

Courses Offered

7 Courses

4.2

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.2 L - 2 L

Median Salary

₹8 LPA

JNAFAU SPA - School of Planning and Architecture

Masab TankGovt

Courses Offered

2 Courses

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.8 L

Median Salary

– / –

NRI Institute of Technology (NRIH)

KukatpallyPvt

Courses Offered

7 Courses

2.6

Exams Accepted

GATE

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.26 L

Placement Rating

2.0

ISL Engineering College

HyderabadPvt

Courses Offered

2 Courses

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.14 L

Median Salary

– / –

Aurora Higher Education and Research Academy (Deemed-to-be-University)

UppalPvt

Courses Offered

3 Courses

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹2 L

Median Salary

– / –

Vignan's Institute of Management and Technology for Women (VMTW)

GhatkesarPvt

Courses Offered

4 Courses

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.2 L - 1.44 L

Median Salary

– / –

Commonly asked questions
On M.Tech colleges accepting GATE in Hyderabad

Q: How much placements salary students get after studying in Vignan's Institute of Management and Technology for Women (VMTW)?

Vignan's Institute of Management and Technology for Women (VMTW) offers median package range of (aprx)INR 325,000 during in-campus placements. It has a decent placement assistance program as well. Additionally, it has been rated 4.3 on placements as per Shiksha verified reviews by students.