GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023- Important Topics, Weightage, Question Papers and Preparation Books

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    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023- IIT Kanpur has released GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023. No new changes have been made to the ME syllabus. GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 is divided into four sections- Engineering Mathematics, Applied Mechanics & Design, Fluid Mechanics & Thermal Sciences and Materials, Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering which form 85% of the total weightage. The rest 15% weightage is given to the General Aptitude section. Check GATE 2023 ME Exam Pattern

    • GATE 2023 is scheduled on February 4, 5, 11 and 12, 2023 in two sessions- Forenoon (09:00 – 12:00 hrs) and Afternoon (14:30 – 17:30 hrs).
    • GATE Mechanical Engineering Question Paper consists of 65 questions of 100 marks. 10 questions are from the General Aptitude section while 55 questions are from Engineering Mathematics and Core Discipline. 
    • Based on the previous year's exam analysis, topics such as Strength of Materials, Engineering Mathematics, Fluid mechanics, Thermal Science and Manufacturing Science from GATE Mechanica Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 are expected to have a higher weightage.
    • Candidates applying for Mechanical Engineering as their first paper in GATE 2023 can opt for AE, IN, NM, PI, XE as their second paper.

    Table of Contents

    1. GATE ME Syllabus 2023
    2. GATE ME Syllabus- Weightage of Important Topics
      2.1 GATE ME 2023- Expected Weightage of Topics
      2.2 GATE ME- Previous Year Weightage of Topics
    3. GATE ME Exam Pattern 2023
      3.1 GATE ME Marking Scheme
    4. GATE ME Preparation 2023
      4.1 GATE ME Books
      4.2 GATE ME Previous Year Question Papers
    5. GATE Syllabus 2023 for Other Papers
    6. GATE ME Syllabus 2023 FAQs

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    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023

    • GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper receives the maximum number of applications each year which means the competition is very high in this field.
    • GATE Syllabus 2023 for Mechanical Engineering (ME) consists of topics from-
      • General Aptitude
      • Engineering Mathematics
      • Core Discipline
    • The section below covers all the topics and sub-topics from GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023.

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 General Aptitude PDF

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 Engineering Mathematics & Core Discipline PDF


    GATE ME Weightage of Important Topics

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023- Weightage of Important Topics

    • Based on the previous years’ GATE Mechanical Engineering Paper Analysis, the topics with the highest weightage include-
      • Mechanics of Materials,
      • Theory of Machines,
      • Thermodynamics and its Application,
      • Manufacturing
    • Based on the same paper analysis, we have combined the previous year's weightage of topics from GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 in the section below. Candidates can also check the expected weightage for 2023 based on previous year trends.

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) 2023- Weightage of Important Topics (Expected)

    TopicsGATE 2023 ME Weightage of Important Topics- Expected (Marks)
    General Aptitude14-15
    Engineering Mathematics15
    Applied Mechanics and Design
    Engineering Mechanics2-3
    Mechanics of Materials/ Strength of Materials9-10
    Theory of Machines9-10
    Vibrations
    Machine Design4-5
    Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences
    Fluid Mechanics6-7
    Heat-Transfer5-6
    Thermodynamics12-13
    Applications
    Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering
    Engineering Materials1-2
    Casting, Forming and Joining Processes;
    Machining and Machine Tool Operations;
    Metrology and Inspection;
    Production Planning and Control
    14-15
    Industrial Engineering;
    Operations Research;
    Computer Integrated Manufacturing
    7-8

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME)- Previous Years’ Weightage of Important Topics

    TopicsYear-wise Weightage of Important Topics (Marks)
    GATE 2021GATE 2020GATE 2019GATE 2018GATE 2017
    Slot 1Slot 2Slot 1Slot 2Slot 1Slot 2Slot 1Slot 2Slot 1Slot 2
    General Aptitude15151515151515151515
    Engineering Mathematics13161213131313131314
    Applied Mechanics and Design
    Engineering Mechanics0434535340
    Mechanics of Materials/ Strength of Materials95999999128
    Theory of Machines8677812108411
    Vibrations6231323033
    Machine Design3432510345
    Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences
    Fluid Mechanics49785610798
    Heat-Transfer4335872356
    Thermodynamics9745455447
    Applications5799654974
    Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering
    Engineering Materials0121031102
    Casting, Forming and Joining Processes;
    Machining and Machine Tool Operations;
    Metrology and Inspection;
    Production Planning and Control
    16161415141518191610
    Industrial Engineering;
    Operations Research;
    Computer Integrated Manufacturing
    8596545647
    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME)- Previous Years' Weightage of Topics

    GATE ME Exam Pattern

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Exam Pattern 2023

    SectionsTotal QuestionsTotal Marks
    General Aptitude1015
    Engineering Mathematics5513
    Core Discipline- Mechanical Engineering72
    Total65100

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Marking Scheme 2023

    • GATE ME 2023 Total marks: 100 marks
    • Negative Marking: For MCQs only
      • - 1/3 for 1 mark MCQs
      • - 2/3 for 2 marks MCQs
      • No negative marking for NATs
    SectionsTotal QuestionsTotal Marks
    1 mark Questions2 marks Questions
    General Aptitude55(5 x 1) + (5 x 2) = 15
    Engineering Mathematics2530(25 x 1) + (30 x 2) = 85
    Core Discipline- Mechanical Engineering
    Total3035100

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    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Preparation 2023

    Since GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper receives the most applications, it, therefore, becomes important to prepare a strategy that will suit the candidate and be helpful to them. Mentioned below are a few preparation tips for GATE 2023 ME paper-

    • Know your GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus and Exam Pattern well: Go through your syllabus and exam pattern. If required download a copy of GATE ME syllabus PDF for future reference as well. Divide your syllabus in increasing order of difficulty level so that you can prepare your preparation plan based on the difficulty level of topics.
    • Practice Using GATE Virtual Calculator: Instead of using the scientific calculator make use of GATE Virtual Calculator every time you sit to solve questions or mock tests. This will help you in saving a lot of time while writing the actual exam. Check GATE 2023 Virtual Calculator
    • Work on your Speed and Accuracy: To improve speed and accuracy, practice more and more practice papers or online tests. If possible plan your study plan so that you are able to solve 1-2 practice tests after every 3 days or at least once a week. Download GATE Practice Papers
    • Manage your Time well: Allocate at least 6-8 hours a day for GATE ME preparation and 1-2 hours daily for revision. Do not leave any topic for the end. Try to complete all the topics on time. Regular revision sessions will help you to remember all the important points at the time of examination. Make short notes for revisions to save time. Take a quick look at these notes before you start solving any ME mock test.
    • Take Regular Breaks: Do not overburden yourself. Take frequent breaks and revise topics when do not feel right to start a new topic. 

    Best Books for GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) 2023

    Although there are several books available in the market for GATE 2023 Mechanical Engineering Preparation, the list given below contains the books highly recommended by several GATE Toppers.

    GATE Preparation Books for Mechanical EngineeringAuthor
    Mechanical VibrationGK Grover
    Design Of Machine ElementsVB Bhandari
    Engineering MechanicsSS Bhavikatti
    Fluid MechanicsRK Bansal
    Advanced Engineering Mathematics RK Jain, SRK Iyengar
    Machine DesignAlfred Hall
    GATE Guide Production & Industrial EngineeringG. K. Publications

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    Previous Year GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Question Papers

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    2020Download PDFDownload PDF
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    2019Download PDFDownload PDF
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    2018Download PDFDownload PDF
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 FAQs

    Question: What is the right source to get the GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023?

    Ans: Detailed GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 as well as for other engineering streams can be downloaded from the official website at gate.iitkgp.ac.in and is also available at- GATE Syllabus 2023. GATE ME Syllabus comprises six sections encompassing the core subjects of the Mechanical Engineering stream. The article includes all the topics and sub-topics from each section of GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023. 


    Question: There are four major sections in GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023. Is it compulsory to prepare for all the sections or will there be any choice between them?

    Ans: No. There will be no choice. In order to qualify GATE ME 2023 you have to prepare all the topics mentioned in the syllabus for all the four sections and also General Aptitude. There is no need to cover extra topics other than those mentioned in the syllabus unless that topic is helping you in understanding the basics. All the questions will be asked from GATE ME syllabus 2023 provided by the authorities. 


    Question: What are the major topics in GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023?

    Ans: Depending upon the weightage of topics some of the important topics from core GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023 are:

    • Mechanics of Materials- 9-10 marks 
    • Theory of Machines and Vibrations- 9-10 marks
    • Thermodynamics and its Application- 12-13 marks
    • Manufacturing- 14-15 marks
    • Industrial Engineering- 7-8 marks

    Covering these 5 topics from GATE ME Syllabus 2023 will ensure 50% marks in the exam. 


    Question: Which books are best for Fluid Mechanics?

    Ans: All the candidates are advised to refer to their graduation level books and notes. Those books will help you in understanding the basic concepts very easily. Other than that to prepare for the fluid mechanic's section you can refer to R.K. Bansal's books on Fluid Mechanics. 


    Question: What will be the marking scheme of GATE 2023 Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper?

    Ans: GATE ME 2023 paper will be of 100 marks with total 65 questions. Each correct answer ensures 1 or 2 marks while there is a negative mark for each incorrect MCQ. 

    • Negative Marking: For MCQs only
      • - 1/3 for 1 mark MCQs
      • - 2/3 for 2 marks MCQs
      • No negative marking for NATs
    SectionsTotal QuestionsTotal Marks
    1 mark Questions2 marks Questions
    General Aptitude55(5 x 1) + (5 x 2) = 15
    Engineering Mathematics2530(25 x 1) + (30 x 2) = 85
    Core Discipline- Mechanical Engineering
    Total3035100

    Question: Which is the most important topic to prepare for the GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023?

    Ans. All topics from GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper are of equal importance while preparing for the exam. However, a few topics do have a higher weightage in the exam. Candidates can check topic-wise weightage of important topics from the article. Some of the most important topics from GATE ME Syllabus are- Manufacturing Science, Engineering Mathematics, Fluid mechanics, Thermodynamics. Check GATE ME Weightage of Important Topics


    Question: What is the syllabus for General Aptitude in GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023? 

    Ans. GATE General Aptitude Syllabus for ME is the same as other 29 papers. The major topics include-

    • Verbal Aptitude
    • Quantitative Aptitude
    • Analytical Aptitude
    • Spatial Aptitude

    Check GATE 2023 Syllabus for General Aptitude


    Question: What is the weightage of General Aptitude as per GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus 2023? 

    Ans. The weightage of General Aptitude as per GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus is the same as all the other papers. General Aptitude constitutes 15% of the total marks in GATE exam, that is around 15 Marks.


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