IIITH PGEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Check Exam Structure, Syllabus, Books, and More

Registration - 20 Feb '26 - 5 Apr '26

Updated on Feb 28, 2026 13:25 IST

By UPASANA PRADHAN, Assistant Manager- Editorial

IIITH PGEE 2026 Exam Pattern: IIIT Hyderabad has released the IIITH PGEE 2026 exam pattern along with official admission notification. Candidates applying for the IIITH PGEE 2026 must know the pattern to achieve good scores in the IIITH PGEE exam. The IIIT Hyderabad postgraduate entrance exam pattern comprises the details regarding the test, such as test duration, syllabus, marking scheme, etc.

As per IIITH PGEE 2026 exam date, the computer-based test will be conducted on May 2 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Candidates who have registered for MTech, MS, and PhD programme, can check the IIIT Hyderabad exam structure, total questions, and negative marking details below.

Table of contents

IIITH PGEE 2026 Exam Pattern - Highlights
IIITH PGEE 2026 Exam Pattern
IIITH PGEE 2026 Syllabus: (Paper I and Paper II)
Recommended Books for IIITH PGEE 2026

IIITH PGEE 2026 Exam Pattern - Highlights

Particulars	Details
Mode of Examination	Computer Based Test
Exam Duration	3 Hours
Total Papers	Two papers: Paper I - Basic Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Computer Knowledge and Mathematics Paper II - Subject Paper (according to the course selected by the candidates)
Types of Questions	Paper I - Objective Paper II - Objective and Subjective
Marking Scheme	There will be no negative marking for any wrong answer

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which type of questions will be asked in IIITH PGEE part 2 question paper?

Objective and subjective type questions will be asked in part 2 of IIITH PGEE 2025. The part 2 questions are subject related. The part 2 questions are based on the subject the candidates have specified in their degree course. The candidtes can fill the part 2 subject while filling the application form.

Q: Which type of questions will be asked in IIITH PGEE Part I?

IIITH PGEE Part 1 question paper will include only objective type questions. The IIITH PGEE exam will include two part. Part 1 is general questions and part 2 is subject oriented questions. The topics included in part 1 are Basic Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Computer Knowledge and Mathematics. The IIITH PGEE part 2 questions are both subjective and objective.

Q: How many papers will be there in the IIITH PGEE exam?

There will be two papers namely paper I and paper II. Paper I willl inclue subjects like Basic Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Computer Knowledge and Mathematics. Paper II will inclide Subject Paper (according to the course selected by the candidates). Paper I will be only objective type questions. Paper II will be both objective and subjective type questions.

IIITH PGEE 2026 Exam Pattern

IIITH PGEE 2026 exam pattern is a computer-based test comprising objective and subjective questions. The examination will be conducted in two sessions, each of 90 minutes. Read below for more.

Paper I of IIITH PGEE is a mandatory paper consisting of objective questions.
Time duration is 90 minutes and questions are asked from basic aptitude, fundamental on computers, mathematics, and logical reasoning.
IIITH PGEEE paper II, candidates have the option to choose one subject paper.
The test duration is 90 minutes and questions are asked -subjective and objective.

Applicants should appear for one of the following relevant subject papers based on their graduation discipline -

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
Civil Engineering (CIVIL)

Examination Paper	Question Pattern
Mathematics	Subjective
Computer Science	Objective
Electronics and Communication Engineering P.S – Selection for the interview for the streams (i) VLSI & Embedded Systems and (ii) Signal Processing and Communication will be based on the score secured in this paper and marks scored in the General Aptitude Test	Both Objective and Subjective The subject will be divided into two parts – Part A (Electronics) and Part B (Signal Processing and Communication).
Structural Engineering	Subjective
Computational Natural Sciences	Subjective
Computational Linguistics	Questions will be objective and subjective

IIITH PGEE 2026 Syllabus: (Paper I and Paper II)

The IIITH PGEE syllabus 2026 for CSE, Civil Engineering and ECE papers can be checked below -

Engineering Mathematics (for CSE, ECE, and CIVIL)

Topics	Sub-Topics
Linear Algebra	Matrices \| Rank \| Determinants and its properties \| Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
Calculus	Integration \| Differentiation \| Limits \| Continuity and Differentiability \| Convergence and Divergence of Series \| Maxima and Minima \| Mean Value Theorem \| Partial Derivatives \| Ordinary Differential Equations and Applications \| Initial and Boundary Value Problems

Computer Science and Engineering Syllabus

The IIITH PGEE syllabus of computer science and engineering is as follows -

Digital logic
C Programming
Data structures
Basic algorithms and problem-solving
Discrete mathematics and probability theory
Relational databases (fundamental dependencies, SQL)
Computer networks
Operating systems

Electronics and Communication Engineering Syllabus

The IIITH PGEE syllabus of electronics and communication engineering is as follows -

Digital logic
Circuit theory and networks
Electronic devices and circuits
Signals and systems
Communication theory
Digital signal processing
Laplace and Fourier transforms
Probability theory and random processes

Civil Engineering Syllabus

The IIITH PGEE syllabus of civil engineering is as follows -

Subjects	Topics
Structural Engineering	Bending moments and shear forces in statically determinant beams \| Mohr’s Circle \| Simple Bending Theory \| Analysis of Trusses and Frames \| Design of Structural Members for Flexure, Shear, and Axial Compression- Beams, Slabs, Columns, Footing, Staircases \| Design of Steel Structures - Tension and Compression Members \| Beam and Beam-Columns \| Plastic Analysis of Beams
Geo-Technical Engineering	Design of Foundation \| Systems Bearing Capacity \| Shallow and Deep Foundations - Footings, Raft Foundations, and Pile Foundations
Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering	Properties of Fluids \| Fluid Statistics \| Continuity. Momentum, Energy and Corresponding Equations and Applications \| Laminar and Turbulent Flow \| Flow in Pipes \| Flow Measurement in Channels and Pipes \| Kinematics of Flow \| Hydrologic Cycle Precipitation \| Evaporation \| Infiltration \| Hydrograph Analysis \| Flood Estimation and Routing \| Reservoir Capacity \| Reservoir and Channel Routing \| Surface Run-Off Models
Other Mathematics Topics	Laplace and Fourier transform

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Recommended Books for IIITH PGEE 2026

Candidates can check the best books for the IIITH PGEE preparation below -

Book Name	Author
For General Aptitude	RS Agarwal
Advanced Objective General Knowledge	S.Chand’s
Discrete Mathematics (Fifth Edition)	Richard Johnsnbaugh
Digital Logic and Computer Design	M. Morris Mano
Computer System Architecture	M. Morris Mano
Computer Organisation	Carl Hamacher, Zvonko Vranesic, and Safwat Zaky