GATE

Yes, Kerala University offers M.Tech admissions based on merit. For merit-based admissions, students are required to apply for sponsored seats. Such candidates do not require to take GATE or any other entrance test. They are offered admissions based on marks scored in bachelor's degree, interviews conducted by the DTE, and work experience.

Failure to provide the OBC NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) category certificate while undergoing the GATE counseling may make you ineligible for all the reservation benefits pertaining to the OBC NCL category. This will imply that you might fall into the General category, thus reducing your chances of acquiring a seat in your favorite program, especially when highly competitive institutes are concerned. Failure to submit the certificate on time will also lead to disqualification or rejection of your application. You may lose an opportunity to get admission which is specifically reserved for OBC NCL candidates.

For securing admission to NEFTU Arunachal Pradesh for M.Tech in Computer Science, there isn't a strict GATE cutoff as the university often has flexible admission criteria. However, having a GATE score in the range of 300-400 can strengthen your profile, though the exact requirement may vary based on the number of applicants and seat availability.

If you don't have a GATE score, some universities also offer admission based on merit or an interview process. It's best to contact NEFTU's admission office to get accurate details about their selection process for the current academic year.

No, it is no possible to seek admission at IISc for M.Tech without GATE exam.  Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore offers a four year M.Tech in various specialisations including Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and others. Admission to all the courses at IISc is completely entrance-based. The aspirants are admitted to M.Tech at IISc based on scores in GATE exam followed by COAP counselling. To know the specific eligibility criteria and whether there are any alternative pathways for admission without GATE, check out the official website.