GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis: Check Difficulty Level & Student Reactions
GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 question paper was rated moderate to tough by candidates, with focus on core concepts and mixed reactions from students. Check GATE CSE shift 2 difficulty level and student’s reaction here
GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis
GATE CSE Analysis: GATE 2026 Computer Science and Engineering shift 2 exam, conducted today. Initial responses from students indicate a balanced yet challenging exam that tested both conceptual understanding and accuracy. According to early student feedback and exam analysis, GATE 2026 CSE shift 2 question paper was generally moderate to tough, slightly lengthier than expected, with several conceptual questions. While some sections were manageable for well-prepared students, others required careful thought and strong fundamentals in core topics.
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GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis Subject-wise Breakdown
According to initial analysis, GATE CSE 2 paper was moderate paper with few tricky and lengthy questions. Check table
| Algorithm | 4 questions (1 mark) |
| Operating Systems | 5 questions (1 mark) |
| Engineering mathematics | 7 questions (1 mark) |
| DBMS | 4 questions (1 and 2 marks combined) |
| Computer Network | 6 questions |
| COA | 6 questions |
Student Reactions on GATE 2026 CSE Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis
Overall, while a few students termed the paper moderate and manageable, others felt the challenge was above average, especially in conceptual areas not easily tackled with surface-level preparation. As per students, siscrete Mathematics had 3 questions approx combining 1 and 2 marks, Compiler Design had 4 questions, combining 1 and 2 marks. Students say the paper was easy compared to first shift.
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