Examination Details:

1. The examination is a single paper of 3 hours duration and
   generally consists of Section A (Objective Type) which is of 75 marks and
   Section B (Problem Type) which is of 75 marks. Total: 150 marks.
2. You have to opt for your subject and study as per the
   syllabus mentioned in the GATE brochure (available in the Library).
3. The subjects of our interest are Computer Science and
   Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering., Electrical
   Engineering and Instrumentation Engineering. Other subjects are also available
   such as Mathematics, Physics, etc (consult the GATE brochure).
4. Generally a large number of students appear for the
   Computer Science subject in order to do a M.Tech in Computer Science.
5. Old question papers are available in the shops.
6. Results of qualified candidates in GATE will give All
   India Rank and indicate percentile score. For example, a percentile score of 99
   means you are in the top 1% category of the candidates who appeared for
   GATE.
7. Candidates who get less than 70 percentile get no score
   card.
8. GATE scores are valid for 2 years. You may reappear the
   GATE exam if you are not satisfied with the earlier score and the new score (if
   better than the old one) will be used for admission purposes.