Instrumentation engineering is the branch of engineering that focuses on the principle and operation of measuring instruments used in fields of design, configuration of automated systems, etc. Based on these principles the syllabus of GATE IN paper is divided into 9 major sections.
Further based on the syllabus the paper is divided into 3 sections namely General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics, and core subject. Candidates appearing GATE Instrumentation Engineering paper must be aware of GATE syllabus and pattern for the exam. Check GATE Exam Pattern
GATE conducting body releases the syllabus of all the papers for candidates. This will help candidates to prepare in a better way for the exam. After qualifying the exam, candidates can take admission in M.Tech courses offered at IITs, NITs, etc. Other than M.Tech admissions, candidates can apply for GATE PSUs Recruitment.
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GATE syllabus for Instrumentation Engineering divided into 9 sections with topics that need to be covered. Candidate can check the Syllabus for GATE Instrumentation Engineering in detailed as given below:
Direct link to download GATE Instrumentation Engineering (IN) syllabus PDF
Topic | Number of Question | Marks | Difficulty Level |
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Networks | 7 | 10 | Easy |
Control Systems | 4 | 7 | Easy |
Signal And Systems | 5 | 8 | Easy |
Digital and Micro Processor | 7 | 11 | Moderate |
Analog Circuits | 6 | 10 | Tough |
Communication Systems | 4 | 6 | Tough |
Transducer | 5 | 7 | Moderate |
Measurements | 5 | 8 | Moderate |
Optical Instrumentation | 4 | 6 | Moderate |
Engineering Mathematics | 8 | 12 | Moderate |
General Awareness | 10 | 15 | Easy |
Total | 65 | 100 | Moderate |
Check Detailed GATE IN Paper Analysis
Section | Total Marks |
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General Aptitude | 15% of the total marks |
Engineering Mathematics | 15% of the total marks |
Subject-Based (IN) | 70% of the total marks |
Type of question | Negative marking for wrong answer |
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MCQs |
1/3 for 1 mark questions 2/3 for 2 marks questions |
NATs | No negative marking |
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Title of the book | Name of the Author/ Publication |
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GATE 2020: Instrumentation Engineering Previous Solved Papers | GKP |
Instrumentation Engineering GATE 2020 | Arihant Experts |
GATE 2020 – Guide – Instrumentation Engineering | GKP |
Read Preparation Tips from GATE Topper
Time Allotment | Activities to Do |
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5:00 AM to 8:00 AM | Revision of Important Topics |
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM | Take a Break |
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Pick up a Major Topic |
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM | Take a Break |
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Continue with your Topic/Start new Topic |
10:00 PM | Again Revise important topics/Sleep early |
Candidates can go through the syllabus of their respective subjects by clicking on the provided above in the table. The knowledge of GATE syllabus is important before starting the preparations. Candidates are advised to focus on the syllabus prescribed by the authorities.
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