GATE

Generally speaking, for a GATE score of 361, the chances for M.Tech in Structural Engineering at NIT Jamshedpur would depend on one's category admission and the cut-off marks for that specific year.

 For a general category student the cut-off marks for Structural Engineering generally are quite high and range closer to 401 marks in the successive years. On the other hand, if you are belonging to any of OBC, SC or ST categories, then you may be able to make it, cut-offs are lower for these categories.

Of course, the admission is CCMT counseling based on GATE score, other aspects being availability of seats and competition using that to measure chances.

Yes, GATE is compulsory for MTech course at KJ Somaiya Institute of Engineering and Information Technology. As per the admission guidelines, admission to the M.Tech course is subject to a valid score in the GATE exam. Candidates must secure a non zero positive score in Graduates Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) conducted by Indian Institute of Technology. Further, candidates must also have a valid qualification, i.e., BTech in Computer Engineering / Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Electrical Engineering, with 50% aggregate (45% minimum in case of candidates of Backward class categories and persons with disability belonging to Maharashtra State only).

Candidates seeking M.Tech admission at IIIT Guwahati are required to apply with a valid GATE score. However, merely having a valid entrance test score does not guarantee admission. Once all the students have applied, the institute's admission committee screens all the applications and shortlists students based on their GATE scores.

After screening is over, the shortlisted students receive a PI call letter. Those who have received it and wish to take admission must participate and do well in the interview round. Check out the below list to know the commonly asked questions in PI:

• What are some of your strengths and weaknesses?
• Can you describe yourself in three to five words?
• What have you done to improve your skills and knowledge in the last year?