GATE Scores

The GATE Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is tailored for artificial intelligence and machine-level careers (AI/ML). The course curriculum has direct relevance to data Science and analytics roles. However, GATE CSE still offers more institute options, placements, and career opportunities. GATE DA is a new branch included in the GATE 2026 subjects, but in the coming years, it has a greater scope in careers, due to the advancement of technology towards Big Data and machine learning. 

Overall, GATE DA is good for early specialisation and has good scope IN the future. On the other hand, GATE CS is an evergreen branch with heavy competition. 

To get into FAANG companies using GATE scores, candidates need to enroll themselves in IITs or other premium institutions. But before that, let's understand what the FAANG companies. 

The FAANG companies are - Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, and Google. Candidates cannot get into FAANG companies directly through GATE, yet you can prep yourself by following the tips and hacks below -

• Get used to coding and technical skills. 
• Master the understanding of core subjects like data science, artificial intelligence, computer networks, etc. 
• Achieve a good GATE score and take admission to top IITs, NITs, and IISc, as they have strong placement records. 

Apart from that, build strong concepts and focus on clearing fundamentals. Practice strong communication skills and optimise your resume. Look for interview tutorials of the companies to gain understanding of the work process. 

Sure you can use GATE DA (Data Science and Artificial Intelligence) score to become eligible to M.Tech AI or similar streams. Most of the prestigious schools such as IIT Hyderabad, IISc Bangalore, IIT Delhi (Machine Intelligence and Data Science) and IIIT Bangalore (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) clearly take into account GATE DA scores in the admission process. Your GATE score is very important but in the end a combination of your score/academic background and a written test/interview is done to make the final selection. The eligibility and selection criteria will always vary with subjects so check on the official website of the respective institute.