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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
No, negative marking applies only to MCQs. Here's how the GATE 2026 negative marking for MCQs is done -
- For a one-mark MCQ, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for an incorrect answer
- For a two-mark question, 2/3rd mark will be deducted for an incorrect response.
There is no negative marking for MSQs and NATs.
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
Yes, the Indian Institute of Technology has increased the GATE 2026 application fees. Candidates can check the revised GATE exam fees 2026 below -
| Category | Regular Period (August 28 to September 28, 2025) | During the Extended Period (September 29 to October 09, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates (per test paper) | 1000 | 1500 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals (per test paper) | 2000 | 2500 |
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
The GATE 2026 is scheduled to take place on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The exam will be conducted online in two shifts. The session timings of the GATE 2026 exam are -
- Forenoon shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and
- Afternoon shift from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Candidates are advised to check their exam timings (mentioned on the GATE admit card 2026) and report to the exam centre 60 minutes before the exam.
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
If we consider opting for research through GATE, then GATE Physics is ideal for careers in ISRO, BARC, DRDO, and other PhD-level research in theoretical and applied sciences.
On the other hand, the GATE CS is better for job-based roles, such as AI and ML, computational research and systems. However, if you are solely looking for research through GATE, then choose Physics for academics/research careers, and CS for applied computing and tech research.
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
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
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
If you don't receive an email or SMS confirmation after submitting your GATE 2026 application form, first check your spam/junk folder. Make sure your mobile number is active and email was entered correctly. Log in to GOAPS and verify that the form status is marked as “Submitted” with a successful payment. If needed, contact the helpdesk with your enrollment ID.
Before applying for the GATE 2026 -
- Make sure to keep all the documents ready
- Ensure that your mobile number and email ID is active.
- Before hitting the submit button, go through all the details carefully.
- Do contact the heldesk for further query.
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
GATE Computer Science and Information offers broader career opportunities - like M.Tech admissions at IITs, IISc, NITs, jobs at PSUs, private tech companies, academy teaching, etc. The GATE CS is highly competitive due to higher demand in every setor tech and engineering industry.
On the other hand, GATE DA is a new specialised programme, ideal for careers in AI/ML, analytics, and research and development, but with limited seats. Here are some IITs that accept GATE DA scores -
- IIT Hyderabad - M.Tech in AI and Data Science
- IIT Mandi - M.Tech in Data Science
- IIT Bhilai
- IIT Madras offers M.Tech programs like AI, DBMS, and Mathematical Co
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
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 -
| GATE 2026 Section | GATE 2026 Weightage |
|---|---|
| General Aptitude (GA) | 15 Marks |
| Engineering Mathematics | 15 Marks (for applicable papers) |
| Subject-Specific Questions | 85 Marks |
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11 months agoContributor-Level 7
The weightage of General aptitude in GATE 2026 is 15 Marks. The mode of the GATE question paper is English and general aptitude is common for all sections. Candidates must go through the syllabus and instructions carefully and prepare as per their difficulty level.
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