GATE Sample Papers

The marking distribution of the GATE Data Science question paper is as follows -

• General aptitude - 15 marks
• Subject-based questions - 85 marks
• Total marks allotted - 100 marks

The GATE DA question paper marking scheme is as follows -

• Questions are either of 1 or 2 marks
• For 1-mark MCQ, 1/3 mark will be

IIT Guwahati introduced the GATE Energy Science paper in 2026, as the new optional paper under the Engineering Sciences (XE), with the code XE-I. The candidates applying in GATE 2026 see this addition first, and it is aimed at expanding the scope of this exam to the modern themes in energy fields

The change in the GATE 2026 syllabus will be known only after the release of the GATE official notification 2026. For now, candidates can refer to the syllabus structure of GATE 2025 below -

Practising GATE old question papers play an important role in preparation. They help in understanding the GATE exam pattern, difficulty level, and topic-wise weightage. It also helps in building accuracy and time management. Aim to solve at least 5 to 10 question papers before the examination. 

The commonly recognised related fields under the GATE Engineering and Technology are as follows -

• Aerospace Engineering (AE)
• Agricutural Engineering (AG)
• Biomedical Engineering (BM)
• Chemical Engineering (CH)
• Civil Engineering (CE)
• Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)
• Electrical Engineering (EE)

The GATE paper code of Engineering Sciences is XE. Candidates must check the paper code carefully before submitting their application form. The eligible GATE paper combination for GATE 2026 XE are as follows -

• Agricultural Engineering (AG)
• Architecture and Planning (AR)
• Biomedical Engineering (BM)
• Compu

The GATE paper code of Mahematics is MA. Candidates are advised to check the paper code carefully before submitting the GATE application form. The eligible GATE paper codes for Mathematics (for two paper combinations) are as follows -

• Ecology and Evolution (EY)
• Computer Science and Information Technol

The fee to add secondary paper is INR 500. The accepted payment modes are credit card, debit card, net banking, and UPI. Candidates are advised to keep a receipt of the payment successful for future purposes. 

The eligible two-paper combinations for GATE 2026 Data Science (DA) Syllabus are as follows -

• Biomedical Engineering (BM)
• Civil Engineering (CE)
• Instrumentation Engineering (IN)
• Chemical Engineering (CH)
• Metallurgical Engineering (MT)
• Biotechnology (BT)
• Humanities and Social Sciences (XH)
• Geomatics Engineer

The primary and secondary papers in GATE 2026 are termed in case of the two-paper combination. It allows aspirants to appear for two GATE papers (they have chosen) relevant to their stream and eligibility. The GATE paper cominations are decided by the GATE authorities to give candidates a chance to