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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. 

    Table of Contents

    1. GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023
    2. Topic-wise Weightage for GATE ECE
    3. Best Books for GATE ECE 2023
    4. GATE Exam Pattern 2023 for ECE
    5. Sample Questions for GATE ECE
    6. GATE Syllabus 2023 for Other Papers
    7. GATE Syllabus for ECE 2023 FAQs

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    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: 

    SubjectsNumber of 1 Mark QuestionsNumber of 2 Marks QuestionsTotal MakrsWeightage Analysis
    Analog Circuits3277%
    Electronic Devices2266%
    Control Systems1255%
    Digital Circuits3389%
    Networks Theory251212%
    Engineering Mathematics541313%
    General Aptitude551515%
    Signal & Systems431010%
    Communication351313%
    EMTL241010%

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    GATE ECE Books

    Best Books for GATE 2023 ECE

    Book NameAuthor/Publisher
    Microelectronic Circuits: Theory and ApplicationsAdel S. Sedra, Kenneth C. Smith, Edition: 6
    Fundamentals of Electric CircuitsCharles K. Alexander, Matthew N. O. Sadiku, Edition: 5
    Automatic Control SystemsBenjamin C. Kuo, Edition: 9
    Digital Logic and Computer DesignM. Morris Mano, Edition: 1
    Principles of Communication SystemsGoutam 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 MarksTotal MarksTypes of questions
    General Aptitude5 questions of 1 mark each 5 questions of 2 marks each15 marks MCQs
    Subject Paper (EC) + Engineering Mathematics25 questions of 1 mark each 30 questions of 2 marks each 85 marksMCQs, MSQ and NATs

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    GATE ECE Sample Questions

    GATE Syllabus 2023 for Other Papers

    PaperCodePaperCode
    Aerospace EngineeringAEMechanical EngineeringME
    Agricultural EngineeringAGMetallurgical EngineeringMT
    Civil EngineeringCEMining EngineeringMN
    Chemical EngineeringCHPetroleum EngineeringPE
    Engineering SciencesXEProduction and Industrial EngineeringPI
    Electronics and CommunicationECTextile Engineering and Fibre ScienceTF
    Electrical EngineeringEEBiotechnologyBT

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    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 questionNegative marking for wrong answer
    MCQ1/3 for 1 mark questions 2/3 for 2 marks questions
    NAT/MSQNo 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, checkGATE 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.

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