01-01-2013, 01:53 PM
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering Information Brochure
Introduction
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an all India examination that primarily
tests a comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in Engineering and
Technology. The GATE score of a candidate reflects a relative performance level in a particular
paper in the exam across several years. The score is used for admissions to post-graduate
engineering programmes (eg. M.E., M.Tech, direct Ph.D.) in Indian higher education institutes
with financial assistance provided by MHRD and other Government agencies. The score may
also be used by Public sector units for employment screening purposes.
Financial Assistance
A valid GATE score is essential for obtaining a financial assistance during Masters programmes
and direct Doctoral programmes in Engineering/Technology/Architecture, and Doctoral
programs in relevant branches of Science in an Institution supported by the MHRD or other
Government assistantships. As per the directives of the MHRD, the following procedure is to be
adopted for admission to the postgraduate programmes (Master and Doctoral) with MHRD
scholarship/assistantship. The performance of the candidate in GATE will be considered for
admission. If the candidate is to be selected through interview for postgraduate programmes,
minimum 70% weightage is to be given to the performance in GATE. The remaining weightage
(30% maximum) may be given to the candidate’s academic record or performance in interview.
The admitting institution could however prescribe minimum passing percentage of marks in the
interview. Some colleges/institutes specify GATE qualification as the mandatory requirement
even for admission without MHRD scholarship/assistantship.
To avail the financial assistance (scholarship), the candidate must first secure admission to a
programme in these Institutes, by a procedure that could be different for each institute.
Qualification in GATE is also a minimum requirement to apply for various fellowships awarded
by many Government organizations. Candidates are advised to seek details of admission
procedures and availability of MHRD scholarship/assistantship from the concerned admitting
institution. The criteria for postgraduate admission with scholarship/assistantship are different
for different admitting institutions. The management of the postgraduate
scholarship/assistantship is also the responsibility of the admitting institution. Similarly,
reservation of seats under different categories is as per the policies and norms prevailing at the
admitting institution and Government of India rules. GATE offices will not entertain any enquiry
about admission, reservation of seats or award of scholarship/assistantship
Nevertheless, candidates with Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture may
seek admission to relevant Doctoral programmes with scholarship/assistantship without
appearing in the GATE examination.
Administration
GATE is administered and conducted jointly by the Indian Institute of Science and seven Indian
Institutes of Technology on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB) – GATE,
Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD),
Government of India.
The GATE Committee, which comprises of representatives from the administering institutes, is
the sole authority for regulating the examination and declaring the results.
GATE is conducted through the constitution of eight zones. The zones and the corresponding
administrative institutes are:
Pre Exam Related Information
Note to the Candidates: Before you start the application process, you must:
1. Ensure you are eligible for GATE 2013 (See Section 3.1)
2. Determine the GATE paper you wish to appear for (You can appear in only one paper for GATE
2013).
3. Choose at least two cities from the table of Cities given this Brochure that are convenient for you
to write the exam. (See Section 3.4)
In addition, please note that:
1. The Application for appearing in GATE 2013 must be made online only.
2. Your choice of exam paper will determine the examination type (online/offline), date, and choice
of available cities.