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GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023: Important Topics, Weightage of Topics, Exam Pattern, Books

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GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 is based on three different sections, Engineering Mathematics, General Aptitude and Core ECE subjects. The weightage of the core subject syllabus in the exam is 72% while the weightage of Engineering Mathematics syllabus is 13% and 15% for General Aptitude. GATE Electronics and Communication Engineering question paper includes a total of 65 questions, out of which approximately 45 questions are from the syllabus of ECE core subject. Check GATE Exam Pattern for ECE 2023

Based on GATE Paper Analysis for previous years, the important topics in the core subjects of the GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 include Networks, Signals, and Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits etc. Candidates choosing ECE as their first paper can either sit for CS, EE, IN, or PH as their second paper. 

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GATE ECE Syllabus

GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023

GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 consists of eight major sections including Engineering Mathematics, seven major subjects from ECE and General Aptitude. Candidates can download GATE Syllabus for ECE PDF below.

GATE Syllabus PDF for ECE

GATE Syllabus PDF for General Aptitude


GATE ECE Topic-wise Weightage

GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023: Topic-wise Weightage

Based on the previous years’ trend, the topic-wise weightage for GATE ECE paper has been tabulated below: 

Subjects Number of 1 Mark Questions Number of 2 Marks Questions Total Makrs Weightage Analysis
Analog Circuits 3 2 7 7%
Electronic Devices 2 2 6 6%
Control Systems 1 2 5 5%
Digital Circuits 3 3 8 9%
Networks Theory 2 5 12 12%
Engineering Mathematics 5 4 13 13%
General Aptitude 5 5 15 15%
Signal & Systems 4 3 10 10%
Communication 3 5 13 13%
EMTL 2 4 10 10%

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GATE ECE Books

Best Books for GATE 2023 ECE

Book Name Author/Publisher
Microelectronic Circuits: Theory and Applications Adel S. Sedra, Kenneth C. Smith, Edition: 6
Fundamentals of Electric Circuits Charles K. Alexander, Matthew N. O. Sadiku, Edition: 5
Automatic Control Systems Benjamin C. Kuo, Edition: 9
Digital Logic and Computer Design M. Morris Mano, Edition: 1
Principles of Communication Systems Goutam Saha, Herbert Taub, Donald Schilling, Edition: 3

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GATE ECE Exam Pattern

GATE Exam Pattern for ECE 2023 

  • Mode of Examination: Online
  • Duration of exam: 3 hours
  • Type of questions: MCQs, MSQs, & NATs 
  • Total Sections: 3 sections i.e. General Aptitude, Mathematics, Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) based Questions 
  • Total questions: 65
  • Total marks: 100 marks
  • Negative marking: for MCQs only
Section  Distribution of Marks Total Marks Types of questions
General Aptitude 5 questions of 1 mark each 5 questions of 2 marks each 15 marks  MCQs
Subject Paper (EC) + Engineering Mathematics 25 questions of 1 mark each 30 questions of 2 marks each  85 marks MCQs, MSQ and NATs

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Frequently Asked Questions

GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 FAQs

Ques. What are the subjects in the GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023? 

Ans. GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 is based on subjects such as Engineering Mathematics, General Aptitude and Core ECE subjects carrying a weightage of 13%, 15% and 72% respectively. 

Ques. Which are the most important subjects in the GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023? 

Ans. The topic which has the highest weightage in the GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 is Manufacturing Science, as at least 10 questions are asked on average.

Ques. Which are the topics in the core subject of GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023? 

Ans. The topics in the core subject of GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 are as follows: 

  • Networks, Signals, and Systems
  • Electronic Devices
  • Analog Circuits
  • Digital Circuits
  • Control Systems
  • Communications
  • Electromagnetics

Ques. What is the GATE Marking Scheme for Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)? 

Ans. The GATE Marking Scheme for Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) is as follows: 

Type of question Negative marking for wrong answer
MCQ 1/3 for 1 mark questions 2/3 for 2 marks questions
NAT/MSQ No negative marking 

Ques. How many questions are asked in GATE Electronics and Communication Engineering 2023? 

Ans. GATE Electronics and Communication Engineering Question paper will have a total of 65 questions, out of which approximately 45 questions will be ECE Core Subject Questions.

Ques. What is the paper code for GATE Electronics and Communication Engineering 2023?

Ans. The paper code for GATE Electronics and Communication Engineering 2023 is EC. 

Ques. Which are the best GATE Books for Electronics and Communication Engineering 2023?

Ans. The best GATE Books for Electronics and Communication Engineering 2023 are as follows: 

  • Microelectronic Circuits: Theory and Applications by Adel S. Sedra, Kenneth C. Smith, Edition: 6
  • Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Charles K. Alexander, Matthew N. O. Sadiku, Edition: 5
  • Automatic Control Systems by Benjamin C. Kuo, Edition: 9

Ques. How to prepare for completing GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023? 

Ans. Candidates can follow some of these tips for preparation of GATE Instrumentation paper: 

  • Solve GATE Electronics and Communication Engineering Mock Tests
  • Start with the basic concepts or topics. 
  • Candidates must practice on virtual calculators so that you can develop a habit of using the same.
  • For more tips, check GATE Preparation Guidelines

Ques. How much time is required for the GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023?

Ans. On Average, candidates take at least 6 months to complete the GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023. 

Ques. Which subject can be taken along with GATE for Electronics and Communication Engineering 2023?

Ans. Candidates choosing EC as their first paper can either sit for IN or PH as their second paper.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.

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