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Content Curator updated | Updated On - Oct 19, 2023

GATE Engineering Sciences (XE) Question Paper PDFs is available here. Candidates will be able to download GATE XE 2023 Question Paper after the completion of the exam on Feburary 11, 2023 (Forenoon Session).  GATE Question Paper of Engineering Sciences is based on questions from General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics (Section A) and Core Discipline consisting of Sections B-H. General Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics are mandatory for candidates to attempt. Meanwhile, based on their qualification and knowledge, candidates can choose any two sections from B to H. Check GATE Engineering Sciences Syllabus

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GATE 2023 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

Exam Date Session Question Paper PDF
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GATE XE Previous Years’ Question Papers with Answer Key

GATE XE core discipline sections are Fluid Mechanics (B), Material Science (C), Solid Mechanics (D), Thermodynamics (E), Polymer Science & Engg (F), Food Technology (G), Atmospheric and Ocean Sciences (H). Candidates are required to answer 65 questions in 3 hours. The total weightage of GATE Engineering Sciences Question Paper is 100 marks. Candidates preparing for GATE Exam can download and practice the previous year Engineering Sciences using the links in the article below. 

GATE 2022 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

Exam Date Session Question Paper PDF
February 12 Afternoon Session Check Here

GATE 2021 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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February 13 Afternoon Session Check Here

GATE 2020 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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February 2 Forenoon Session Check Here

GATE 2019 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2018 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2017 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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February 12 Afternoon Session Check Here

GATE 2016 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2015 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2014 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2013 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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January 20 Afternoon Session Check Here

GATE 2012 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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February 12 Afternoon Session Check Here

GATE 2011 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2010 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2009 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2008 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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GATE 2007 Engineering Sciences Question Paper with Answer Key

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February 11 Check Here

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Pragya Tripathi

20 Apr 23

An MS from IIT Kanpur is considered to be a highly respected and prestigious degree. The MS program at IIT Kanpur is reputed for its focus on excellent research and its strong focus on practical, hands-on learning. As an MS student, you get to work with some of the most experienced and respected scholars and researchers in their fields, which gives an insight into the latest industry developments and trends. 

Additionally, not being located near metropolitan areas, IIT Kanpur gives a peaceful learning environment and students don’t spend much time partying or clubbing. Although it is a 2-year program, with the right determination one can complete it in 18 months also. If you are true to your passion you can also complete a Ph.D. under an experienced thesis advisor and won’t have to go to a foreign university for a Ph.D.

Overall, an MS from IIT Kanpur is a valuable and highly esteemed program that offers many opportunities in terms of career and professional advancement. Although it is challenging, the learning experience is worth the effort.


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Harshita Sinha

15 Jul 22

It depends on your career goals. GATE offers more options for engineering students. It is an all-around examination. You can go for MTech, PSUs, MS, and FRM. If you want more options, GATE will be better for you. 

If you want to do an MBA, after graduation, CAT will be the better option. Almost all top B-Schools accept CAT scores for MBA. 


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Aditi Gupta

01 Apr 22

Many GATE toppers leave PSU and join NITIE, instead of IITs because it offers better placements. Usually, students with good scores join  ONGC, NTPC, BHEL, IOCL, and others. Despite the good salary, PSU jobs can get monotonous after a few years. So, the top rankers start looking for better career options. If they wish to do an MBA, they need to prepare for CAT. Some do prepare for CAT, but many join NITIE as it is an easier option. NITIE takes admission through GATE and the GATE score is valid for 3 years. So, they can easily get admission based on their GATE score. 

Also, the institute has a great placement record. During the NITIE Mumbai placement in 2022, the average CTC offered was INR 25.41 LPA. The video below will convince you further to join NITIE Mumbai

Overall, its the excellent opportunities offered by NITIE that makes mant GATE toppers leave PSU and join NITIE


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Dishi Mishra

15 Jul 22

GATE consists mostly of numerical questions. It tests the aptitude for solving questions in less time. BITS HD papers have 10-15 numerical questions usually. The numerical questions aren’t on the same level as GATE and are just formula-based problems. Usually, around 80-90% of BITS HD questions are theory oriented. You need to have a good grasp of your engineering subjects to score well in BITS HD. The questions can come from anywhere in the syllabus. BITS HD usually consists - 

  • 15 Mathematics questions (difficulty usually higher than GATE)
  • 15 general English questions
  • 70 Engineering discipline questions

Also, note that BITS take admission based on GATE scores as well. 


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Subham Patra

15 Jul 22

Here are some strategies that can help you prepare for GATE and ESE simultaneously.

  • Compare the syllabus of GATE and ESE. Go through the previous years' questions of both. The technical portion of both examinations overlaps a lot. The major difference is question patterns and styles. Different types of questions are asked on the same topics. GATE tests aptitude for solving technical questions. While ESE puts more emphasis on technical details. 
  • Figure out which subjects contribute more to which examinations. 
  • If you have less time, start with GATE preparation. The topics can be covered easily and in less time. Once you are through GATE preparation, you can solve ESE questions without much difficulty. 
  • Focus on GATE and ESE preparations only. 

First, go through the syllabus thoroughly. Once you are done with the syllabus, go through your notes and solve previous years' questions. Solve test series, and review hard questions. Analyze the tests you give and work on your mistakes.