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8 months agoContributor-Level 7
The XH, XL, and XE in the GATE 2026 exam stands for the following -
- XH - Humanities and Social Sciences
- XL - Life Sciences
- XE - Engineering Sciences
The GATE pattern for the above papers are different. Candidates must check the GATE 2026 information brochure to know more about the subjects.
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8 months agoContributor-Level 7
The GATE paper code for Biomedical Engineering is BM. Candidates can also find the paper/test code of the subject on the GATE hall ticket along with the exam date and timings.
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8 months agoContributor-Level 7
This year, 11 new cities have been included in the GATE exam centers. Candidates had the facility to opt for the exam center at the time of GATE registration. The GATE 2025 exam will be held on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025 in two sessions - Morning (9:30 am to 12:30 pm) and Afternoon (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm). Candidates appearing for the exam can find the allotted GATE exam center in the admit card. To download the GATE 2025 hall ticket, candidates must provide their enrollment ID and password.
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8 months agoContributor-Level 7
To prevent the GATE barcode from damaging, candidates can follow the steps below -
Ensure the barcode/QR code is clear and undamaged on the printed admit card.
Avoid folding or smudging the area where the barcode is printed.
Present the admit card for scanning at the designated entry or verification point.
The GATE 2025 admit card is now available for download. Candidates can download the hall ticket using their enrollment ID and password.
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8 months agoContributor-Level 10
The barcode present on the GATE hall ticket 2026 serves as an additional security. It is used to streamline the identification and authentication process during the GATE exam. Here are some use of the uses of the GATE barcode scanner -
- Candidate authentication
- Faster verification
- Error reduction, and
- Fraud prevention
New answer posted
8 months agoContributor-Level 7
If the official GATE website is slow or unresponsive due to heavy traffic, don't panic. Follow these tips to download your admit card successfully:
Use Off-Peak Hours: Try accessing the website early in the morning or late at night when traffic is likely to be lower.
Clear Cache and Cookies: A cluttered browser cache can sometimes cause loading issues. Clear your browser's cache and cookies before refreshing the page.
Switch Browsers: If one browser isn't working, try another. Chrome, Firefox, and Edge often handle traffic differently.
Use High-Speed Internet: To minimise delays, ensure you're connected to a stable and fast network.
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New answer posted
8 months agoContributor-Level 7
Here are some hacks that can help candidates to avoid any technical glitches while downloading the GATE admit card 2026 -
- Try to download the hall ticket for GATE 2026 as soon as possible to avoid any sort of issues.
- Make sure that the Internet connection is smooth and stable.
- Clear the history or cache. Use the supported browser to download the hall ticket.
- Check the details and information printed on the GATE admit card. If there is any discrepancy, then do contact the GATE helpline number as early as possible.
- Keep multiple number of copies of the admit card for last minute misplacement.
- Do keep a softcopy of the GATE admit ca
New answer posted
8 months agoContributor-Level 7
The GATE 2026 admit card will be available after the completion of the GATE application process. Candidates who have successfully submitted their GATE application form can download their hall ticket. To download the GATE exam hall ticket 2026, candidates must have the following credentials ready -
- GATE 2026 enrollment ID
- Password
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9 months agoContributor-Level 9
The admission to M.Tech at IIT Madras is entirely based on GATE scores. Hence, aspirants must meet eligibility requirements and have valid score of GATE. However, MS candidates can apply without the entrance score. Aspirants who have completed a BTech degree from one of the IITs with a CGPA of 8.0 and above can apply without a GATE score for MS.
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