GATE 2026 Question Paper: Download Last 15 years GATE Question Papers with Solutions (All Subjects)

IT Guwahati will conduct the GATE 2026 exam on multiple dates in two sessions. The GATE 2026 exam pattern comprises the number and types of questions, marking scheme, for all 30 GATE subjects. Candidates preparing for the exam must go through the exam pattern while practising the GATE 2026 question papers. 

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Here is a brief information regarding the GATE 2026 exam pattern for aspirants -

• The GATE is a computer-based exam (held online) in multiple shifts. 
• All GATE papers will comprise a total of 65 questions carrying 100 marks, out of which 10 questions are general aptitude of 15 marks. 
• The GATE 2026 subjects are determined as subject codes, which candidates must take a note while filling out the GATE 2026 application form. Like for example, CS stands for computer science, CE stands for civil engineering and so on. Candidates must check the paper codes carefully before registering for GATE. 
• The engineering mathematics carries around 15% of the total marks. 
• Overall, the general aptitude covers 15% of the total marks and the remaining 70% is allotted to the subject paper.

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• For GATE 2026 paper codes (AR, CY, EYM GG, MA, PH and XL), the general aptitude comprises 15% of the total marks, and the remaining 85% is allotted for subject papers. 
• Candidates are allowed to choose two papers (for the GATE two paper combination list 2026) based on their future goals/education career. However, the paper combination must option must allign with the respective subject codes. 

Preparing for GATE can be stressful at times. Even after multiple revisions and practices, many aspirants tend to lack confidence during their preparation. However, with right strategy here are some benefits of solving the GATE old question papers -

• Solving GATE PYQs can help in improving time management and accuracy
• With the help of GATE 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020 question papers, candidates can level up their preparation and analyse their performance. 
• Also, solving GATE papers can help students to understand the exam structure, type of questions, difficulty level, and marking scheme. 

The GATE old question papers PDF can be found on the official website as well as here. Candidates can download year-wise GATE question papers from the official website. Here are the steps below to download the GATE last 15 years sample papers -

• Visit the official website of GATE 2026 
• Click on the "Download" option and select the required GATE question paper (year-wise) from the drop-down menu
• Check for the subject code and download the GATE question paper PDF
• Save the file and start practising to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and probable questions. 

Solving GATE 2010/2011/2015/2017/2019/2020/2021 question papers will help the aspirants to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and boost their confidence. The GATE 2026 question paper PDF will be available soon after the completion of the examination. 

The GATE 2026 mock tests will be activated on the website for students to help students understand the GATE MTech exam format. The GATE mock test link will be available for all 30 GATE papers. Candidates can benefit a lot by attempting these mock tests because it allows aspirants to experience exam-like conditions to boost confidence. The mock test link is free of cost and can be taken at any point of time. Candidates are advised to take a good number of marks to prepare themselves mentally and score well.

It is always advised to take GATE mock tests is a secluded environment, with no distractions. Candidates can use the following steps to attempt the official Gate 2026 mock tests using the following steps:

• Visit the official website
• Click on the GATE paper and select the paper code
• Click on the GATE 2026 mock test link
• Fill out the details and start attempting

Here are some tips to make the most out of the GATE 2025 mock test papers -

• Now that the GATE 2026 exam dates are not announced yet, candidates can start with a minimum number of papers per day to practice and maintain an accuracy of attempting the questions online.
• Calculating Feb 2026 from now, aspirants have 8 months to prepare for GATE 2026. Initially, start with one mock test paper per day. Increase gradually, depending on your preparation frequency. Keep last two months solely for practising GATE 2026 mock test and sample papers only. 

GATE 2025 Mock Tests

Candidates appearing for the GATE 2026 exam can click on their respective papers below to attempt the GATE 2026 mock test.

GATE 2024 Mock Tests

Candidates appearing for the exam in February next year can click on their respective papers below to attempt the GATE 2024 mock test.