GATE or Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is a national level entrance exam conducted for admission to M.Tech/ Ph.D programs. It is held for 25 different disciplines (papers) of engineering. Mechanical engineering is one of the oldest branches and its history goes way long back to the inception of Engineering.

• GATE 2020 is scheduled for February 1, 2, 8 and 9, 2020 through computer-based mode.
• The registration window closed on October 1, registrants will be issued their admit cards from January 3. Download Now!
• GATE Syllabus of Mechanical Engineering consists of three sections viz. General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics & Mechanical Engineering
• The paper will consist of 65 questions worth 100 marks

Rated as one of the best branches to pursue higher studies in, the stream is the first option for most of the engineering interested candidates and their guardians as well. Unarguably the elite, Mechanical Engineering deals with the complexities and intricacies of automobile, power sector, manufacturing science and other construction-related fields. Simply put, Mechanical is required almost everywhere- whether a tool needs to be manufactured, an automobile needs to be modified or a building or heavy machinery needs to be built. We are providing you GATE 2020 Mechanical Engineering Syllabus with best wishes for the upcoming exams.

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GATE Mechanical Engineering Syllabus

Section 1: Engineering mathematics

The section comprising of arithmetical questions, Engineering mathematics’ main aim is to test the applicant’s ability to understand complex concepts of mathematics involved in Engineering with ease and their application into problems.

• Linear Algebra
• Calculus
• Differential equations
• Complex variables
• Numerical Methods

Section 2: Applied Mechanics and Design

The Branch deals with the application of concepts of mechanics into complex situations. Closely looked, the branch explores the response of bodies or systems of bodies under the action of external forces. Let’s look at the Applied Mechanics & Design.

• Engineering Mechanics
• Mechanics of Materials
• Theory of Machines
• Vibrations
• Machine Design

Section 3: Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences

Archimedes observed deviation in the mechanics of fluid and forces acting on them long before the term ‘engineering’ was coined. Following the footsteps of Archimedes- Leonardo Da Vinci, Issac Newton, and Blaise Pascal paved the way for Fluid Mechanics with their groundbreaking inventions and indisputable Theories. 

• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• Thermodynamics
• Applications
• Turbomachinery

Section 4: Materials, Manufacturing, and Industrial Engineering

Considered the nerve of Mechanical Engineering, Material Science deals with the discovery and design of new elements, with an emphasis over solids. Manufacturing Engineering deals with intricacies of manufacturing processes and other considerations involved in it. Industrial Engineering deals with the work culture of Industries and mechanical processes involved with a clear depiction of Managing roles needed.

• Engineering Materials
• Casting, Forming and Joining Processes
• Metrology and Inspection
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Direct link to download GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) syllabus PDF 

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Important Topics in GATE Mechanical Engineering Paper

• Sample Question 1:

• Sample Question 2:

Weightage of Topics/Sections

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GATE Exam Pattern for Mechanical Engineering Paper

• Exam Mode: Online
• Duration: 3 hours
• Types of questions: MCQs and NAT
• Sections: 3 sections – General Aptitude, Mathematics and Subject-based
• Total questions: 65 questions
• Total marks: 100 marks
• Negative Marking: For MCQs only

Marking scheme

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Important Books for GATE Mechanical Engineering Paper

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