GATE 2023 Paper Analysis (Available): Difficulty Level, Weightage of Topics, Questions Asked

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    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for CE, CSE, ME, ECE, EE and other papers is updated here for each exam session. A detailed GATE paper analysis will help candidates understand the type of questions asked in the exam, the difficulty level of GATE Question Paper and the marking scheme.

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis (Out)

    PaperPaper AnalysisDifficulty Level
    CE1- Civil Engineering (Shifts 1 and 2)Check HereModerate to Difficult
    IN- Instrumentation EngineeringCheck HereModerate
    CH- Chemical EngineeringCheck HereModerate
    EECheck HereModerate to Difficult
    ECECheck HereEasy to Moderate
    CSECheck HereEasy to Moderate
    ME- Mechanical EngineeringCheck HereModerate to Difficult
    BM- Biomedical EngineeringTo be ReleasedTo be Released
    CY- ChemistryTo be ReleasedTo be Released
    ES- Environmental SciencesTo be ReleasedTo be Released
    XH- Humanities & Social SciencesTo be ReleasedTo be Released
    AR- Architecture & PlanningTo be ReleasedTo be Released

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for CE Shift 1

    • GATE 2023 CE Question Paper in shift 1 was reported as moderate toi difficult by the students.
    • There were 34 MCQs, 9 MSQs, and 22 NATs.
    • Topic-wise weightage is provided below:
    Topic/ Subject1 Mark Questions2 Mark QuestionsWeightage (Total Marks out of 100)
    General Aptitude5515
    Engineering Mathematics3513
    Geotechnical Engg4616
    Environmental Engg3411
    Fluid Mechanics012
    OCF125
    Highway Engg226
    Surveying214
    Structural Analysis125
    Building Materials & CPM101
    Irrigation012
    Strength of Materials137
    Steel Structure214
    Hydrology125
    Concrete Structures214
    Engineering Mechanics101
    Total2936100

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for CE Shift 2

    • GATE 2023 CE Question Paper in shift 2 was reported as moderate by the students.
    • There were 35 MCQs, 11 MSQs, and 19 NATs.
    • Topics with high weightage included
      • Engineering Mathematics (9-11 marks)
      • Geotech engineering (12-15 marks)
      • Environmental Engineering (10-12 marks)
      • Hydrology + Irrigation (4 marks)
      • SOM + Structures (11-14 marks)

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for CH

    • GATE 2023 CH Question Paper was reported as moderate by the students.
    • There were 38 MCQs, 3 MSQs, and 24 NATs
    SubjectQuestionsMCQsMSQsNATs
    General Aptitude

    1 Mark Questions - 5

    2 Marks Questions - 5

    1 Mark Questions - 5

    2 Marks Questions - 5

    1 Mark Questions - 0

    2 Marks Questions - 0

    1 Mark Questions - 0

    2 Marks Questions - 0

    Engineering Mathematics

    1 Mark Questions - 5

    2 Marks Questions - 4

    1 Mark Questions - 4

    2 Marks Questions - 2

    1 Mark Questions - 0

    2 Marks Questions - 0

    1 Mark Questions - 1

    2 Marks Questions - 2

    Chemical Engineering

    1 Mark Questions - 20

    2 Marks Questions - 26

    1 Mark Questions - 14

    2 MarksQuestions - 8

    1 Mark Questions - 2

    2 Marks Questions - 1

    1 Mark Questions - 4

    2 Marks Questions - 17

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for XE

    • GATE 2023 XE Question Paper was reported as easy by the students.
    • There were 39 MCQs, 4 MSQs, and 22 NATs

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for IN

    • GATE 2023 IN Question Paper was reported as moderate by the students.
    • There were 31 MCQs, 1 MSQ, and 33 NATs

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for ECE

    • GATE 2023 ECE Question Paper was reported to be easy to moderate in overall difficulty. 
    • There were 45 MCQs, 16 NATs, and 4 MSQs.
      • There were 1 and 3 MSQs carrying 1 mark and 2 marks respectively.
      • And 19 and 16 MCQs carrying 1 mark and 2 marks respectively.
    • Engineering Mathematics carried the highest weightage with 15 marks. 
    SubjectsNumebr of QuestionsTotal Marks
    1 Mark2 Marks
    Engineering Mathematics5515
    General Aptitude5515
    Control Systems137
    Digital Circuits428
    Electronic Devices327
    Signals Systems3411
    Communication Systems2410
    Analog Circuits238
    Network Theory428
    Electromagnetics1511
    Total3035100

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for EE

    Exam DatePaperNo. of 1 mark QuestionsNo. of 2 mark QuestionsWeigtage of 1 mark questionsWeightage of 2 mark questions
    Core DisciplineMCQs1561512
    MSQs3336
    NATs721742
    General AptitudeMCQs55510
    Total30353070
    • A detailed GATE 2023 paper analysis for Electrical has been updated here with the highest weightage subjects shortly. 
    SubjectsNumber of QuestionsTotal Marks
    1 Mark2 Marks
    General Aptitude5515
    Engineering Mathematics5311
    Power Systems3411
    Power Electronics226
    Control Systems339
    Electric Circuits238
    Digital Electronics214
    Analog Electronics036
    Signals Systems4412
    Electrical Electronic Measurements012
    Electromagnetic Fields125
    Electrical Machines3411
    Total3035100

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for Mechanical

    • GATE 2023 Mechanical Engineering Question Paper was reported to be moderately difficult.
    • There were 30 MCQs, 8 MSQs and 27 NATs carrying a weightage of 47 marks, 10 marks and 43 marks respectively.
    • A detailed GATE 2023 paper analysis for Mechanical Engineering is available here along with highest weightage topics.
    SubjectsNumber of QuestionsTotal Marks
    1 Mark2 Marks
    TOM & Vibrations149
    Manufacturing Engineering and Materials137
    Strength of Materials000
    Machine Design101
    Fluid Mechanics and Machinery000
    Thermodynamics315
    Refrigerating and Air Conditioning125
    Power Plant214
    I C Engine4412
    Industrial Engineering214
    Heat Transfer31023
    Engineering Mechanics202
    Engineering Mathematics5413
    General Aptitude5515
    Total3035100

    GATE 2023 Paper Analysis for CSE

    • The overall difficulty of GATE CSE 2023 question paper was reported to be easy to moderate.
    • There were 34 MCQs, 15 MSQs and 16 NATs in the paper. All questions in General Aptitude were MCQ based. 
    • 1 mark questions in GATE CSE 2023 paper were more time-consuming as compared to 2 marks questions. 
    • Data Structure & Programming carried the highest weightage in GATE 2023 CSE paper. 

    GATE 2023 CSE Paper Analysis: Highest Weightage Topics

    SubjectsQuestions AskedTotal Marks
    1 Mark Questions2 Marks Questions
    Databases125
    Operating Systems339
    Discrete Mathematics149
    Digital Logic428
    Computer Networks238
    Computer Organisation327
    Data Structures & Programming2410
    Algorithm 226
    Theory of Computation339
    Compiler Design137
    Engineering Mathematics 327
    General Apptitude15515

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    GATE 2023- What to Expect?

    IITK is considered to be the most academically rigorous IIT. However, there is no particular IIT or any other conducting body that sets the toughest paper. GATE exam has its own difficulty level and every conducting body is responsible to maintain that level of difficulty for the candidates. 

    • To better understand the difficulty level or the type of questions asked, candidates can refer to the previous year GATE Question Papers from years such as 2001, 2007 and 2015 when IIT Kanpur was the organizing institute. 
    • According to the previous year GATE Paper Analysis, the number of Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) was zero or very less in number in 2021 but IIT Kharagpur increased the number of MSQs in the exam in 2022. According to experts, a similar pattern had been followed when NATs were first introduced in GATE exam. It can therefore be expected that the numthe number of MSQs in GATE 2023 are expected to gradually increase similar to the pattern when NATs were initially introduced.

    GATE 2022 Paper Analysis

    GATE 2022 Paper Analysis

    Candidates will be able to check the detailed GATE 2022 Paper Analysis using the links mentioned above. However, the section below also covers a few of the important subjects with their GATE 2022 Exam Analysis below.

    GATE 2022 ME-1 Paper Analysis

    • The overall difficulty level of GATE ME-1 paper was moderate to high.
    • The Mechanical section was tough and had time-consuming conceptual questions.
    • Unlike last year, 5 MSQs were asked in GATE 2022 ME-1 paper.
    • The questions on general aptitude and maths were easier than the Mechanical section. 
    • Distribution of Questions: 
      • MCQ: 35
      • NAT: 25
      • MSQ: 5
    • The topics with the highest weightage were Heat Transfer, Manufacturing & Engineering Materials, and Calculus.
    • Questions were also asked from topics like IC engine, fluid mechanics, hydraulic machines, theory of machines, strength of materials, etc.

    GATE 2022 ME-2 Paper Analysis

    • The overall difficulty level of GATE ME-2 paper was rated moderate to high. It was similar in difficulty level to the forenoon session paper.
    • The Mechanical section was tough and had more conceptual questions.
    • The questions on general aptitude and maths were much easier than the rest of the sections. 
    • Distribution of Questions: 
      • MCQ: 35
      • NAT: 25
      • MSQ: 5
    • The topics with the highest weightage were Thermal sciences, Manufacturing, and Engineering Mathematics.

    GATE 2022 CE-1 Paper Analysis

    • The overall difficulty level of the paper was rated moderate to tough. 
    • General Aptitude section was tough. 
    • Mathematics was rated moderate to tough. 
    • CE-1 paper was more calculative and time-consuming. 
    • Distribution of Questions: 
      • MCQ: 35
      • NAT: 23
      • MSQ: 7
    • The highest weightage topics with 11 marks each were Environment Soil and Geo Tech. 
    • Less weightage of SOM in CE-1 paper with only 1-2 questions from the topic. 
    • 2 Questions from Structure. 
    • Questions were also asked from topics like Modular Ratio, Highway Engineering, Hydrograph, Transportation, Green Shield Distribution, FM. 
    • Unexpected question was from Shear Design in RCC topic. 

    GATE 2022 CE-2 Paper Analysis

    • The overall difficulty level of the paper was moderate to tough
    • General Aptitude and Mathematics were rated moderate by test takers. 
    • Distribution of Questions: 
      • MCQ: 34
      • NAT: 24
      • MSQ: 7
    • 1 unexpected question from Structural Design. 
    • High weightage topics were again Environment Soil and Geo Tech. 
    • The overall weightage of questions from each was the same in both forenoon and afternoon session. 

    GATE 2022 CSE Paper Analysis

    • The overall difficulty level of the paper was reported to be moderate to tough.
    • The questions were theoretical and conceptual questions.
    • For General Aptitude, the aptitude section was tough.
      • Verbal Ability was easy.
      • Quant was moderate in terms of difficulty.
    • The number of MSQs was high. There were 15 MSQs and 18 NATs.
    • Since the number of MSQs and NATs were high, the paper was lengthy.

    GATE 2022 CSE Weightage of Topics

    GATE 2022 CSE Weightage of Important Topics

    GATE 2022 EE Paper Analysis

    • GATE 2022 EE paper was easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level.
    • There were no MSQs in the paper, similar to last year.
    • The weightage of MCQ and NATs from the core discipline section was 33 and 22 questions respectively.

    ​GATE 2022 EE Weightage of Important Topics

    GATE 2022 EE Weightage of Topics 

    GATE 2022 EC Paper Analysis

    • GATE 2022 ECE paper was conducted on February 6, 2022 in the Forenoon Session.
    • As per the initial student's reaction, the paper was difficult and lengthy. 
    •  There were 14 MSQs and 18 NATs.
    • General Aptitude section was easy to moderate.
    • Candidates can check the topic-wise weightage for GATE 2022 EC paper in the graph below-
    GATE 2022 EC Weightage of Topics

    GATE 2022 IN Paper Analysis 

    • GATE 2022 IN Paper was held in the Afternoon Session on February 6, 2022. 
    •  There were 5 MSQs and 26 NATs in GATE 2022 IN paper.

    GATE 2022 CH Paper Analysis

    • GATE 2022 CH paper was conducted in the afternoon session on February 6, 2022. 
    • The overall difficulty level of the paper was moderate to tough.
    • There were no MSQs in GATE 2022 CH.
    • Meanwhile, the number of NATs was 28 and 27 MCQs.
    • The topics with the highest weightage in GATE 2022 CH were-
      • Heat Transfer Operation - 12 marks 
      • Thermodynamics - 12 marks 
      • Mass Transfer Operation - 7 marks 
      • CRE - 8 marks

    GATE 2020 Paper Analysis

    GATE 2020 Subject-Wise Paper Analysis

    GATE Civil Engineering Paper Analysis

    Civil Engineering paper for GATE 2020 was held in 2 sessions. Approximately 1.5 lakh students had appeared for the exam. There was an increase in the number of questions from Environment sections in comparison to previous years. The majority of questions were asked from Geotech Engineering and Environment. The other topics were Building Material, Fluid Mechanics, RCC, Steel Structure, Hydrology, Surveying, Transportation, Structural Analysis, SOM.

    GATE CE Forenoon and Afternoon Session

    • Timings: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    • Difficulty level: Easy to Moderate
    • General Aptitude was easy. 
    • Geotech Engineering carried the maximum weightage of 15 marks
    • Environmental Engineering carried 14 marks. 
    • 25 questions out of the total were numerically based.
    • The highest weightage was from Geotech Engineering, Environment Engineering and Transportation Engineering.
    • Paper was easier than last year.
    • Most of the questions were asked form Strength of Material, Transportation, H&I, Geotechnical, Structural Analysis,  FM & OCH, RCC, Environmental

    GATE Electrical Engineering Paper Analysis

    The Electrical Engineering paper of GATE 2020 was of moderate difficulty level. Most of the questions were asked from Electrical Machines, Power Electronics, and Signals & Systems. Other topics in the questions paper were Thevenin’s theorem, Transient analysis, Diodes, OP-AMP, MOSFET, Rectifier, Choppers, Inverter, Electric field, Mutual inductance.

    GATE EE Forenoon Session

    • Timings: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Difficulty level: Moderate
    • Power System carried the maximum weightage of 13 marks
    • 24 questions out of total were numerically based
    • Questions from Analog Electronics were the most difficult. 
    • Electrical Machines and Signals & Systems had a weightage of 13% and 11% respectively.

    GATE Mechanical Engineering Paper Analysis

    GATE 2020 Mechanical exam was conducted for three hours in the first shift. The 2nd shift of Mechanical Engineering will also be conducted for 3 hours from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. There were 65 (multiple choice and numerical answer type) questions in the exam paper for a total of 100 marks in the first shift. Now let us have a look at the highlights of the GATE Mechanical paper analysis:

    GATE ME Forenoon Session

    • Timings: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Difficulty Level: Moderate
    • General Aptitude Section was easy.
    • Maths section was tough in comparison to last year.
    • Conceptual questions from Design Topics
    • 10 Marks questions were asked from Fluid Mechanics
    • 20+ questions from Numerical Ability. These questions were time taking and lengthy.
    • 2 questions from Vibration Section were tricky
    • 2 or 1 questions from Trusses, Metrology, Forming, Sheet Metal, Convention, Radiation, Heat Exchanger and LMTD.

    GATE ME Afternoon Session

    • Timings: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
    • Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult
    • Candidates found General Aptitude Section to be very easy.
    • Questions from the Thermal section were very easy.
    • Questions from SOM and Production were very difficult and time-consuming.
    • 25+ questions from NAT
    • 16 Marks questions from Manufacturing
    • 12 Marks questions from Thermodynamics
    • Fewer questions from TOM in comparison to last year.

    GATE Computer Science Engineering Paper Analysis

    Computer Science (CS) exam of GATE 2020 was relatively easier this year. The question paper was not lengthy. Questions from Algorithm, complexity, data structure and computer organizations were tricky. In comparison to last year, the difficulty level of GATE 2020 CS exam was not high. Theoretical questions were more in number as compared to NAT questions.

    • Timings: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
    • Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
    • General Aptitude section was very easy.
    • Questions form technical section was difficult. 
    • NAT questions were of moderate difficulty.
    • Maximum questions were asked from the Theory of Computation, Operating Systems & Data Structure. 
    • Other topics in the question paper: Double Hashing, Recurrence, Relation, Worst case, Groups, Graph coloring, Time complexity, Post-order traversal, Predicate Logic, Minimum spanning tree.

    GATE Instrumentation Engineering Paper Analysis

    GATE 2020 Instrumentation Engineering (IN) Paper Analysis is out. For Instrumentation Engineering (IN) Paper, 65 multiple choice questions and numerical answer type questions were asked from Instrumentation Engineering. This analysis will give a fair idea to the candidates who have appeared for the examination about how difficult the paper was, what kind of questions were placed, and what will be the expected cut off for the paper.

    • Timings: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
    • General aptitude section was relatively easy and had direct questions
    • The paper was moderately difficult having questions from Network and Control Systems and Signals which were easy to solve.
    • Questions from Digital and Micro Processor, Optical Instrumentation, Transducer, and Measurements, along with Engineering Mathematics were moderately difficult.
    • Analog circuits and Communication Systems were most difficult to attempt.
    • 10 and 11 Marks questions were asked from Networks and Digital & Micro Processor respectively.
    • 6, 7 or 8 mark questions were asked from Communication System, Optical Instrumentation, Control Systems, Transducer, Signal & Systems, Measurements.

    Check GATE 2020 Answer Key for IN

    GATE Electronics & Communication Engineering Paper Analysis

    Candidates who appeared in the GATE 2020 for Electronic and Communications (EC) paper can check the exam analysis here. 

    • Timings:2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
    • Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult
    • Questions from Maths, General Aptitude, Analog Circuits and EDC were easy.
    • 10 mark questions from Engineering Mathematics and Analog Circuits.
    • 11 mark questions from communications.
    • 20+ questions from NAT
    • 12 mark questions from both the Control system and electronic devices. Test takers found these questions as difficult.
    • 6 mark questions from networks and signals & systems each. 

    Check GATE 2020 Answer Key for ECE

    GATE Subject-wise Paper Analysis

    Previous Year GATE Paper Analysis

    GATE ME Paper Analysis

    Below given is the previous year paper analysis of different subjects.

    GATE ME Paper Analysis 2019

    Mechanical Engineering is the most preferred and popular stream amongst engineering aspirants. Given below is the reaction of the students who appeared for the same in GATE 2019:

    GATE ME Session 1

    • Timings: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate
    • The General Aptitude section had easy and direct questions.
    • On the technical side, the Math section had about 8 questions (4Qs were of 1 mark and 4Qs. were of 2 marks) and about 47 questions were from ME branch.
    • There were about 26 questions in the NAT section. They were a bit lengthy and evaluated the candidate’s concepts.

    GATE ME Session 2

    • Timings: 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    • Difficulty Level: Moderate to difficult
    • As per the students, the General Aptitude section had some difficult questions.
    • On the technical side, the Math section had about 8 questions and about 32 questions were from ME branch.
    • There were about 32 questions in the NAT section, 6 questions more than the morning session. 

    Check  GATE Answer Keys for all 27 Papers

    GATE ME Paper Analysis 2018 

    Mechanical Engineering paper was conducted on February 4, 2017, in 2 sessions of GATE 2018. The number of conceptual questions was more than calculation based questions. Also, 1 mark questions were quite easy to attempt. The number of questions, the marks they carry and the level of difficulty from each section is mentioned below:

    Section1 Mark2 MarkNo.of Ques
    Engineering Mathematics 549
    Engineering Mechanics022
    Strength of Materials549
    Design of Machine Elements011
    Theory of Machines123
    Vibrations011
    Fluid mechanics437
    Thermal Science549
    Heat Transfer 112
    Manufacturing Science4610
    Industrial Engineering022
    Verbal Ability325
    Numerical Ability235

    GATE ME Paper Analysis 2017

    IIT Roorkee had conducted GATE ME examination in two shifts i.e., morning and afternoon shift. The overall paper was of easy to moderate level. Candidates who had worked hard were able to attempt question paper of 60 marks easily. Tabulated below is the topic-wise analysis of GATE 2017 ME paper. 

    TopicNumber of QuestionsMarksDifficulty Level
    Strength of Material811Easy
    Theory of Machines and Vibrations712Easy
    Applied Thermodynamics410Moderate
    Mechanical Precision Engineering912Easy to Moderate
    Fluid Mechanics710Easy to Moderate
    Heat and Mass Transfer46Easy to Moderate
    Machine Design 34Easy to Moderate
    Industrial Engineering 58Moderate
    Engineering Mechanics00-
    Engineering Mathematics812Moderate
    General Aptitude1015Tough

    GATE ME Paper Analysis 2016

    Mechanical Engineering paper was conducted on January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2016, in 3 sessions.The number of conceptual questions was more than calculation based questions. Also, 1 mark questions were quite easy to attempt. The number of questions, the marks they carry and the level of difficulty from each section is mentioned below:

    TopicNumber of QuestionsMarksDifficulty Level
    Engineering Mechanics46Moderate
    Mechanics of Material711Tough
    Theory of Machine58Easy
    Machine Design23Easy
    Fluid Mechanics69Moderate
    Heat Transfer47Easy
    Thermodynamics711Tough
    Manufacturing Engineering811Tough
    Industrial Engineering24Moderate
    Mathematics1015Moderate
    General Aptitude1015Easy
    Total65100Moderate

    Check GATE ME Syllabus

    Analysis

    • Questions aimed at testing the mathematical skills of the candidate were 17% of the total questions asked
    • General Aptitude section had a total of 10 questions carrying 15 marks. 50% of the questions carried 1 mark each and the remaining 5 questions carried 2 marks each
    • The questions in Thermodynamics, Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanics of Materials were difficult as compared to other sections
    • Mathematics was also easier than the previous year
    • Fluid Mechanics section carried 9marks and was not easy to crack
    • Few questions were asked from the new syllabus
    • Paper wasn’t difficult for the candidates who prepared well for the GATE 2016 exam

    Note: The final result declared will be based on the normalized score, keeping in mind the overall difficulty level of paper held in each session.

    GATE ME Paper Analysis 2015

    The paper comprised of 30 questions, carrying 1 mark each and 35 questions, carrying 2 marks each. The break-up of questions from each topic is given below.

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    Engineering Mechanics46
    Mechanics of Material57
    Theory of Machine23
    Machine Design24
    Fluid Mechanics813
    Vibrations35
    Heat Transfer12
    Manufacturing Engineering711
    Industrial Engineering69
    Thermal Science710
    Mathematics1015
    General Aptitude1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • Maximum number of questions were asked from Fluid Mechanics topic, i.e., 8 questions
    • 7 questions each from Manufacturing Engineering and Thermal Science topic
    • Only one question was asked from the Heat Transfer topic
    • 2 questions each from Theory of Machine and Machine Design topics were asked

    GATE EC Paper Analysis

    For 2020, the exam is scheduled for February 9 in CBT mode. IIT Delhi will hold the exam in approx. 199 cities across India and few centers situated abroad. The analysis for this session will be available shortly.  

    GATE EC Paper Analysis 2016

    GATE 2016 for Electronics and Communication Engineering was held on January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2016 in 3 sessions. The paper contained 9 sections and a separate section of General Aptitude. The detailed break up of the questions of all the sections is given below

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarksDifficulty Level
    Networks710Easy
    Control Systems58Easy
    Signal And Systems35Easy
    Digital and Micro Processor58Moderate
    Analog Circuits711Tough
    Communication Systems710Tough
    EDC59Moderate
    EMT812Moderate
    Engineering Mathematics812Moderate
    General Awareness1015Easy
    Total65100Moderate

    Analysis

    • Overall, the paper was of moderate difficulty level
    • Questions asked from Networks, Control Systems and Signal and Systems were easy
    • Questions asked from Digital and Micro Processor, EDC and EMT were of moderate level of difficulty
    • Questions asked from Analog Circuits and Communication Systems were comparatively difficult
    • Engineering Mathematics was of moderate level of difficulty
    • The General Aptitude section was relatively easy

    Read More  GATE EC Syllabus

    GATE EC Paper Analysis 2015

    There were 30 questions that carried 1 mark and 35 questions that carried 2 marks in the 3hour long GATE 2015 EC Exam. The questions asked were conceptual and straight-forward. Some students felt the questions from EDC were difficult. The break-up of questions from each topic is given below

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    Networks710
    Control Systems711
    Signal And Systems58
    Digital and Micro Processor69
    Analog Circuits610
    Communication Systems610
    EDC46
    EMT610
    Engineering Mathematics811
    General Awareness1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • 7 questions each were asked from Networks and Control System topics
    • 6 questions each were asked from Digital and Micro Processor, Analog Circuit, Communication Systems and EMT topics
    • Overall, the paper was balanced and a good number of questions were asked from each subject
    • Only 8 questions were asked from Engineering Mathematics

    GATE IN Paper Analysis

    GATE 2016 Instrumentation Engineering (IN) Paper

    GATE 2016 for Instrumentation Engineering was held on January 31, 2016. The exam was divided into 10 sections and a section for General Aptitude. There were 30 questions carrying 1 mark and 35 questions carrying 2 marks. The detailed break up of questions in all the sections is given below.

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarksDifficulty Level
    Networks710Easy
    Control Systems47Easy
    Signal And Systems58Easy
    Digital and Micro Processor711Moderate
    Analog Circuits610Tough
    Communication Systems46Tough
    Transducer57Moderate
    Measurements58Moderate
    Optical Instrumentation46Moderate
    Engineering Mathematics812Moderate
    General Awareness1015Easy
    Total65100Moderate

    Read More: GATE Syllabus for Instrumentation Engineering (IN)

    Analysis

    • Overall, the questions were of moderate difficulty level 
    • Questions asked from Networks, Control Systems and Signal and systems were easy to solve
    • Questions related to Digital and Micro Processor, Transducer, Measurements, and Optical Instrumentation were of moderate level of difficulty
    • Analog circuits and Communication Systems were of difficult level
    • Engineering Mathematics was of moderate difficulty level
    • The General Aptitude section was easy

    GATE 2015 Instrumentation Engineering (IN) Paper

    The exam was held in one session only. Out of a total of 65 questions, there were 30 questions that carried 1 mark and 35 questions carrying 2 marks. Paper was balanced and of moderate level of difficulty. Number of numerical was more as compared to last year, thus more giving more importance to calculations. The break-up of questions from each topic is given below.

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    Networks914
    Control Systems47
    Signal And Systems712
    Digital and Micro Processor69
    Analog Circuits611
    Communication Systems23
    Transducer79
    Measurements57
    Optical Instrumentation35
    Biomedical Instrumentation11
    Engineering Mathematics57
    General Aptitude1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • Maximum questions, that is, 9 questions were from Network topic
    • 7 questions each were from Transducers and Signal and Systems topics
    • 6 questions were from Digital and Micro Processor and Analog Circuits topics
    • Only 1 question came from Biomedical Engineering topic

    GATE EE Paper Analysis

    GATE 2016 Electrical Engineering (EE) Paper

    GATE 2016 for Electrical Engineering was successfully conducted on February 6, 2016, and February 7, 2016, in two sessions. Exam was divided into 11sections and a section of General Aptitude. There were 30questions carrying 1 mark and 35questions carrying 2 marks. The detailed break up of questions from all the sections is given below.

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarksDifficulty Level
    Network Theory69Moderate
    Control Systems711Moderate
    Signal And Systems35Moderate
    Digital Electronics47Moderate
    Analog Circuits45Moderate
    EMT34Moderate
    Electrical Machines34Moderate
    Measurements711Easy
    Power Systems610Moderate
    Power Electronics59Moderate
    Engineering Mathematics710Easy
    General Aptitude1015Easy
    Total65100Moderate

    Read More: GATE Syllabus for Electrical Engineering (EE)

    Analysis

    • Overall, the exam was of moderate level of difficulty
    • Questions were set to test the fundamental knowledge and analytical skills of the examinee
    • The number of Numerical Answer type questions was comparatively more than the  previous years

    Note: The analysis provided above is for the exam that was conducted on February 7, 2016, from 9 AM to 12 Noon. The final result declared will be based on the normalized score, keeping in mind the overall difficulty level of paper held in each session.

    GATE 2015 Electrical Engineering (EE) Paper

    In the GATE 2015 paper, there were 30questions carrying 1mark each while 2 marks questions were a 35 in number. The paper is served to test the understanding of basic concepts and the subject on whole. About 15questions were theoretical and 20questions were straight forward and concept based Questions in Machines topic were mainly from on DC Machines. Questions from Power system topic were a tough nut to crack and required critical thinking before answering.

    The break-up of questions from all the topics is given below

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    Network Theory69
    Control Systems610
    Signal And Systems46
    Digital Electronics47
    Analog Circuits45
    EMT45
    Electrical Machines711
    Measurements34
    Power Systems610
    Power Electronics59
    Engineering Mathematics69
    General Aptitude1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • Overall the paper is balanced and a good amount of questions came from each section
    • 3 questions were from Measurements topic
    • 7 questions were from Electrical Machines topic

    GATE CE Paper Analysis

    GATE 2016 Civil Engineering (CE) Paper

    GATE 2016 for Electrical Engineering was held on February 6, 2016 and February 7, 2016 in two sessions. Exam is divided into 10 sections and a section of General Aptitude. There were 30 questions carrying 1 mark and 35 questions carrying 2 marks. The detailed break up of questions for all the sections is given below

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    Mathematics813
    Water Resource Engineering1016
    Environmental Engineering46
    RCC68
    Steel Structure24
    Mechanics23
    Structural Analysis46
    Geotechnical Engineering1015
    Transportation58
    Surveying46
    General Aptitude1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • The exam was of moderate difficulty level
    • Some questions were particularly time-consuming.
    • General Aptitude section was quite easy as compared to the previous year
    • Mathematics section was of moderate difficulty level. The questions were framed so as to check the basic knowledge and analytical ability of the candidates.

    Note: The analysis provided above is for the exam that was conducted on February 7, 2016 from 9 AM to 12 Noon. The final result declared will be based on the normalized score, keeping in mind the overall difficulty level of paper held in each session.

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    GATE 2015 Civil Engineering (CE) Paper

    The paper comprised of 30questions of 1 mark and 35questions of 2marks. A maximum number of questions were asked from the Concrete Structures topic. Overall, the paper was balanced as the questions were asked from all the topics. General Aptitude section was easy. Break-up of the questions from each topic is given below.

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    Mathematics813
    Concrete Structures68
    Environmental Engineering57
    Soil Mechanics57
    Steel Structure12
    Mechanics47
    Foundation Engineering58
    Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics58
    Transportation Engineering58
    Hydrology24
    Irrigation11
    Surveying46
    Structural Analysis46
    General Aptitude1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • 8 questions were from Engineering Mathematics topics
    • Only one question each was from Steel Structure and Irrigation topic

    GATE CS Paper Analysis

    GATE CSE paper 2019 was conducted on February 3 in a single session. As per the students, the difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. Around 24 questions were from the NAT section. More questions were framed out of Programming and Data structures and Discrete Mathematics topics. Check detailed GATE CS 2019 Analysis

    GATE 2016 Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)

    GATE 2016 for Computer Science and Information Technology was held on February 7, 2016, in two sessions. The exam comprises of 11 sections and a section of General Aptitude. There are 30questions carrying 1 mark and 35questions carrying 2 marks each. The detailed break up of questions of all the sections is given below

    TopicNumber of QuestionMarks
    DS Algorithm and Programming1523
    Operating System610
    DMGT46
    Digital47
    Computer Organisation35
    DBMS35
    Computer Network68
    Theory of Computation35
    Compiler Design11
    Software Engineering46
    Mathematics69
    General Aptitude1015
    Total65100

    Analysis

    • Maximum number of questions covered, were from DS Algorithm and Programming, i.e., 15 questions
    • Only 6 questions were from Engineering Mathematics as compared to 15 questions that came last year
    • Only 1 question was from Compiler Design topic
    • Questions were evenly distributed for other topics

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    Note: The analysis provided above is for the exam that was conducted on February 7, 2016 from 9 AM to 12 Noon. The final result declared will be based on the normalized score, keeping in mind the overall difficulty level of paper held in each session.

    GATE 2015 Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)

    There are 30questions carrying 1-mark and 35questions carrying 2-marks. The paper is less difficult as compared to last year. Numerical questions were less in number. No change in pattern was observed. Questions of General Aptitude were relatively easy. There were a total 45MCQs and 20fill in the blanks questions. Break up of questions from each topic is given below

    TopicNumber of QuestionsTotal MarksDifficulty Level
    Digital Logic35Moderate
    Computer Organisation and Architecture23Moderate
    Theory of Computation35Moderate
    Data Structure and Algorithms1014Tough
    Operating System610Moderate
    Computer Design35Tough
    DBMS46Moderate
    Computer Networks68Tough
    Software Engineering and Web Technologies34Easy
    Engineering Mathematics1525Moderate
    General Aptitude1515Easy

    Analysis

    • A total of 10 questions were from Data Structure and Algorithms topic
    • 15 questions are from Engineering Mathematics topic
    • Only 2 questions are from Computer Organisation and Architecture topics

    Frequently Asked Questions

    GATE Paper Analysis FAQs

    Ques: Is GATE better for CSE students? Is the paper really tough?

    Ans: GATE is obviously a tough exam if your level of preparation is low. The exam is conducted for 27 papers. For CSE branch candidates, the exam opens the door to top PG colleges and therefore, the exam is important and the best option for a candidate seeking admission in a post-graduate program. Since a lot of candidates participate in the exam, the competition level of the exam is high. Strong preparation and strategic study plan can help a candidate to ace the exam. 

    Ques: What is considered a good attempt in GATE exam?

    Ans: A good GATE score is really important for the candidates as it is required to get admission into the postgraduate program in top colleges like IITs, NITs, IIITs, etc and getting a job in PSUs. The total marks of GATE exam are 1000 out of which, the candidate receives a score as per their performance in the exam. Every year, a cutoff list is released based on which one can get an idea about the good score that a candidate should get in GATE exam. As per past year trends, 

    Ques: How many times in a year can a candidate take GATE exam?

    Ans: The exam is held once a year. Candidates may appear in the exam as many times as they want, but students can appear in only one paper in a session. 

    Ques: Is the exam conducted in offline mode also?

    Ans: GATE exam for all 27 papers will be conducted in online mode only. 

    Ques: Are only multiple-choice questions asked in GATE exam?

    Ans: No, GATE exam also consists of some numerical answer type questions also. These questions are to be answered using the virtual keyboard provided on the screen. Candidates can only use a virtual on-screen calculator. 

    Ques: Is there any repetition of questions in GATE exam?

    Ans: Usually no exact questions are asked in GATE exam, but candidates need to understand the pattern/types of questions asked in the exam. Questions with exact data are never asked in GATE but the same type of question with different data and different difficulty may be asked. 

    Ques: What will happen if a candidate makes more than one application of the same paper?

    Ans: In case a candidate fill multiple applications for the same paper, then he/she will be allowed to appear in only one session only.

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    • Top Answer By Pragya Tripathi on 20-Apr-2023

    Ans. 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. Read more

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    • Top Answer By Prachi Sinha on 09-May-2022

    Ans. Andhra University M.Tech admission is done in two ways, i.e. through GATE and through AP PGECET. To get admission, you need to have a valid GATE score or you need to score a valid rank in AP PGECET. Soon, Andhra University will release the notification for AP PGECET. Here are the tentative dates. Event Tentative dates Notification release date Second week of July 2022 Application form available  Second week of July 2022 Admit card release date  Second week of September 2022 Exam date Third week of September 2022 Result  Second week of October 2022 Andhra University will release the application form online. Visit the official website of the institute regularly to get the updated information.  Read more

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    • Top Answer By Aditi Gupta on 01-Apr-2022

    Ans. 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 Read more

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    • Top Answer By Subham Patra on 15-Jul-2022

    Ans. 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.  Read more

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    • Top Answer By Dishi Mishra on 15-Jul-2022

    Ans. 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.  Read more

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    • Top Answer By Lorina on 27-Feb-2023

    Ans. The required GATE rank depends upon various parameters like  The engineering branch Company (PSU)  Number of vacancies for the stream People who are graduating in 3-4 years are lucky as both IOCL and ONGC are planning to recruit in bulk because of massive retirements in both the companies. The mechanical and chemical branches are expected to have the most vacancies. Candidates will be called in a 1:5 ratio and thus, interviews will be the major determining factor of your selection. If you are unable to showcase your knowledge and talent during the interview, even a single-digit rank cannot guarantee your admission. A minimum of 40% marks are required to pass the interview. So if you get a call for the interview, don’t let your rank discourage you or even make you overconfident.  Read more

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    • Top Answer By Ankita Sinha on 07-Oct-2020

    Ans. Sikkim Manipal University has been ranked at 17 for Private Engineering by India Today in 2020. The largest department within the institution is the CSE department and it has also won the best department in SMIT multiple times. Admissions: Class 12th with mandatory subjects in Physics, Maths, Chemistry/computer science/biology is the prerequisite for admission to CSE at Sikkim Manipal. SMIT online, MET, JEE Mains is the examinations accepted for BTech admission. The total intake for CSE is 180 and the course fee is 12.20 lakhs. Curriculum: The University offers a well-structured and detailed curriculum with exposure to major areas of computer science like Big data analytics, robotics, cloud computing, ethical hacking, and more. The course structure focuses on providing students with knowledge of the core subjects of computer science in order to strengthen their foundation and make them industry-ready. Faculty: The university has 33 highly experienced and qualified faculties for CS. The faculty members also conduct seminars and workshops with esteemed institutions like ISRO, IIT, and TIFR. Infrastructure: The University offers a great infrastructure for the CSE department as it receives funding from two highly esteemed agencies, AICTE and ISRO. There are nine state-of-the-art practical labs like the Networking lab, digital circuit and microprocessor labs, GIS and remote sensing lab, advanced programming lab, and more. It also has a huge library with over 2500 journals and books dedicated to the CSE branch. It has been updated with modern facilities and infrastructure all across the campus in order to provide students with the best experience. Placements: AGS Infotech, Amazon, Britannia, Cipla, Capgemini are some of the major recruiters at the institute. Placement Rate within CSE 92.5% Lowest CTC 3.5 LPA Average CTC 5 LPA Highest CTC 18 LPA Sikkim Manipal University is a great option for students who want to pursue a BTech degree program in the CSE department. Read more

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    • Top Answer By Harshita Sinha on 15-Jul-2022

    Ans. 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.  Read more

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    • Top Answer By Ashish Gupta on 15-Apr-2023

    Ans. IIT Roorkee admission 2023 hasn’t been wrapped up yet, hence its GATE cutoff too hasn’t been released as of now. M.Tech admission process of IIT Roorkee is conducted on the basis of the GATE cutoff, and all the candidates applying for admission into the M.Tech course under the non-sponsored category will be required to clear the cutoff for admission.  The cutoff scores for M.Tech admission at IIT Roorkee for 2022 and 2021 have not been disclosed by the admission authority. Let’s consider GATE 2020 cutoff for a slight idea. Category  GATE 2020 Cutoff General 77.1 EWS 79.1 OBC 72.32 SC 58.62 ST 61.33 Read more

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    • Top Answer By Radhika Srivastava on 11-Apr-2023

    Ans. First of all, admission to the IIT Roorkee MTech program is not given on the basis of GATE rank. The final shortlisting is done on the basis of Normalized GATE marks were used which is calculated by IIT Roorkee as follows: Normalized GATE marks = Normalized marks out of 100 or Marks*100\Maximum marks awarded in the paper that year  For example if a candidate has scored 64 marks and the maximum marks given that year are 92, the Normalized GATE marks are 64*100/92=69.57.  The table below comprises the expected GATE 2023 cut-off for IIT Roorkee based on the previous year's cut-off trends.  MTech Course Cutoff Alternate Hydro Energy Centre 760-839 Architecture & Planning 650-844 Biotechnology 570-577 Civil Engineering 656-780 Chemical Engineering 650-657 Computer Science & Engineering 840-844 Disaster Mitigation & Management 700-710 Electronics and Communication Engineering 736-750 Electrical Engineering 760-779 Mechanical and Industrial Engineering 748-785 Read more

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