Textile Engineering and Fibre Science is one of the most challenging and primary fields of engineering. It deals with the application of scientific and engineering principles to the design and control of all aspects of fiber, textile, and apparel processes, products, and machinery.
The syllabus of Textile Engineering and Fibre Science is divided into 5 major sections namely Textile Fibers, Yarn Manufacture, Fabric Manufacture, Textile Testing, and Chemical Processing. Other than these topics candidates also have to prepare for Engineering Mathematics and General Aptitude sections. 70% weightage will be given to subject specific questions and 15% to maths & general aptitude questions. Check GATE Exam Pattern
Candidates are advised to go through the syllabus, exam pattern, preparation tips, reference books in the article below to get a better idea about GATE TF exam.
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Engineering mathematics is a branch of applied mathematics concerning mathematical methods and techniques that are typically used in engineering and industry. It is also called Technomathematics. The syllabus of this section is:
Topics | Sub Topics |
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Linear Algebra | Matrices and Determinants, Systems of linear equations, Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. |
Vector Calculus | Gradient; Divergence and Curl; Line; surface and volume integrals; Stokes, Gauss and Green’s theorems. |
Calculus | Limit, continuity and differentiability; Partial Derivatives; Maxima and minima; Sequences and series; Test for convergence; Fourier series. |
Differential Equations | Linear and non-linear first order ODEs; Higher order linear ODEs with constant coefficients; Cauchy’s and Euler’s equations; Laplace transforms; PDEs –Laplace, heat and wave equations. |
Probability and Statistics | Mean, median, mode and standard deviation; Random variables; Poisson, normal and binomial distributions; Correlation and regression analysis. |
Numerical Methods | Solutions of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations; integration of trapezoidal and Simpson’s rule; single and multi-step methods for differential equations. |
Topic | Weightage (Marks) |
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Grammar | 2 |
Synonyms and Antonyms | 3 |
Sentence Completion | 2 |
Reasoning Ability | 4 |
Data Interpretation | 3 |
Clock Problems | 1 |
Linear Algebra | 3 |
The syllabus of textile engineering is divided into 5 major sections. The weight of this section is 70% and candidates are advised to focus more on this section.
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Candidates can have a look at a few sample questions and the weightage of the topics based on previous years' papers.
Topic | Weightage (Marks) |
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Principles of Weft & Warp Knitting | 10 |
Yarn manufacture, Yarn structure, and Properties | 15 |
Chemical processing | 14 |
Sampling Techniques and Errors | 8 |
Motion of Loom, Cam Design, and Kinematics of Sley | 10 |
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Textile Engineering and Fibre Science syllabus consist of - Engineering Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Textile Engineering and Fibre Science.
GATE TF Sectional Weightage | |
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Engineering Mathematics | 15% |
General Aptitude | 15% |
Remaining Topics of CH | 70% |
Type of Question | Correct Answer | Incorrect Answer |
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MCQ | 1 or 2 Marks | ⅓ for 1 mark questions⅔ for 2 marks questions |
NAT | 1 or 2 Marks | No Negative Marking |
Book Name | Author | ISBN Number |
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Higher Engineering Mathematics | B.S. Grewal | 8174091955, 978-8174091956 |
A Textbook of Engineering Mathematics | N P Bali and Dr. Manish Goyal | 8131808327, 978-8131808320 |
Engineering Mathematics | Sastry S.S | 8120337050, 978-8120337053 |
Mathematical Methods for Scientists & Engineers | Donald A. McQuarrie | 8130909979, 978-8130909974 |
Book Name | Author | ISBN Number |
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Advanced Engineering Mathematics | Erwin Kreyszig | 9788126554232, 8126554231 |
Developments in Science and Technology | Kalpana Rajaram | 9788179305461, 8179305465 |
Textile Processing and Properties | Vigo TL Vigo Vigo | 9780444882240, 0444882243 |
Sometimes most of the candidates forget to incorporate some of the important points in their preparation plan or sometimes it is difficult for candidates to find the right starting point. For all those candidates we have prepared a few preparation tips that will them in building a good preparation strategy. And the first and foremost preparation tip is to know your syllabus and exam pattern which is mentioned above in detail. After reading that candidates can have a look at some of the best preparation tips:
Candidates can divide their preparation plan as short term and long term study plan. The implementation of any of the plans is totally based on the choice and comfort of candidates.
We have created a time table for you by taking into consideration that most of the candidates spend an average of 5-6 hours daily to prepare for the exam.
Time Allotment | Activities to Do |
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5:00 AM to 8:00 AM | Pen down the important topics and scan all the important points |
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 | Go through all the topics that you have covered in the day or you can also continue with the preparation of Major Topic |
10:00 PM | A quick go through of the Notes and try to sleep early |
Taking the online tests or mock test is one of the important steps of your preparation plan. The mock test will help you boost up your confidence level as it gives the feel of the real exam. With the help of an online test, you will be able to judge your strong and week points and you can prepare for your weaker sections again. Candidates can also take help from video lectures. The benefits of video lectures are:
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GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is a national level exam which is conducted for admission to M.Tech and Ph.D. programs. There are 25 papers in GATE. The exam pattern and syllabus of every paper is different. Candidates can check the complete syllabus of other papers from the links given below.
From the information provided above, it can be concluded that GATE is a very important exam and with a good score, candidates can have a good future. If candidates follow the syllabus in combination with preparation tips then they can definitely score high. The strategy of candidates will also depend or vary based on their current preparation levels. But whatever be the case candidates should implement an effective preparation plan.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.