Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an online test taken at a national level in India. The main reason for conducting this test is to judge the learning skills of engineering and science UG candidates.

All the candidates (Computer Science Engineers) who want to get a job in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) give the GATE exam as scores obtained in this exam are considered while giving jobs to the selected candidates. Each PSU announces the recruitment criteria for CSE (Computer Science & Engineering) students who have appeared in the GATE, some PSUs consider GATE scores of the existing year only, while some consider GATE scores of last years as well.

Note: All the candidates appearing in the PSU recruitment drive must pen down that GATE scores for PSU recruitment are valid for three years only.

Kinds of PSUs

There are different kinds of PSUs in India that offer several job opportunities to CSE students based on GATE scores –

• Maharatna PSUs – Like IOCL, SAIL, BHEL, GAIL, etc.
• Navratna PSUs – Like Oil India Limited, Power Grid, BEL, etc.
• Mini-ratna PSUs – Like THDC India Limited, PEC Limited, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited,, etc.

GATE 2020 CSE Cut Off

PSU Jobs for CSE students

Before applying for PSU jobs through GATE, the candidates need to check the minimum eligibility criteria needed. Along with getting a good GATE score, the candidates need to meet other minimum eligibility criteria as well. Some of the PSUs jobs for CSE students through GATE are as follows.

• Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
• National Fertilizers Limited (NFL)
• Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)
• Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has announced notification for appointing Computer Science Engineering (CSE) students for Officer. Post through GATE 2021.

Important dates for IOCL recruitment

Eligibility criteria for IOCL recruitment

Full-time BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in Computer Science Engineering.

• Qualification: BE/B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering. Candidates belonging to General and OBC (non-creamy layer) classes, must have obtained a minimum of 65% marks in qualifying degree examinations. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category can apply with 55% as well.
• Age Limit: Maximum age limit of the candidates must be 26 years as of 30th June 2021 (candidates belonging to general category). Relaxation in upper age limit by 3 years is offered to OBC (non-creamy layer while 5 years and 10 years age relaxation is given to SC/ST and PWD category candidates respectively.
• Application Fees: No application fees
• Salary: CTC would be almost INR 12.00 lakhs per annum including performance-related pay (PRP).

How to apply for IOCL recruitment

• Step 1 – Refer to the official website of IOCL.
• Step 2 – Click on the Menu Bar and tap the “Career” option.
• Step 3 – From there click on “Recruitment of Graduate Engineer through GATE 2021”
• Step 4 – Tap on the “Apply” button.
• Step 5 – Complete the application process.
• Step 6 – After that tap on the “Submit” option. All the candidates are advised to take a Print out of the application form as well.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for IOCL recruitment

The Selection process for IOCL recruitment

GATE scores will be considered while shortlisting the eligible candidates.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Group Discussion (GD) or Group Task (GT) and a Personal Interview (PI).

The final merit list will be prepared based on:

• GATE 2021 Score
• GD/ GT
• PI

National Fertilizers Limited (NFL)

National Fertilizers Limited has also announced that it will be appointing Computer Science Engineering (CSE) students through GATE 2021.

Important dates for NFL recruitment

Eligibility criteria for NFL recruitment

• Qualification: Candidates must have a Full-time regular Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science Engineering (CSE). Minimum 60% marks is required (50% for SC/ST).
• Age Limit: Upper Age limit is 27 years as of 01.01.2021. Candidates born before 01.01.93 are not eligible to apply. Candidates having MCA degree can apply with maximum age limit 29 years as of 01.01.2021. Relaxation in the Upper Age limit will be provided as per Govt. Rules.
• Application Fees: Candidates belonging to General/OBC category have to pay INR 500 (non-refundable registration fee). There are no fees for SC / ST / PWD category and Departmental applicants.
• Salary: Will be notified later.

Application process for NFL recruitment

• Step 1 - Register for GATE.
• Step 2 – Visit the official website of the NFL to begin the registration process.
• Step 3 - Fill the application form.
• Step 4 - Pay the registration fee.
• Step 5 - Submit the application.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for NFL recruitment

Selection process for NFL recruitment

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on their GATE scores.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview (PI).
• The NFL will prepare the final merit list based on candidates’ GATE Score, PI, etc.

NLC India Limited (NLC) 

NLC India Limited (which was earlier referred to as Neyveli Lignite Corporation Limited) has also issued a notification informing the recruitment of Computer Science Engineering (CSE) students through GATE 2021. Selected candidates will be appointed as Graduate Executive Trainees.

Important dates for NLC recruitment

Eligibility criteria for NLC recruitment

Graduation degree in Computer Engineering with a minimum of 65%.

• Qualification: Graduation in Computer Science Engineering (CSE) (or) AMIE in Computer Science Engineering (CSE), with at least 60% marks for UR/OBC. SC/ST candidates can apply with 50% marks as well.
• Age limits: Must not have completed 30 years as of 01/12/2020.
• Application Fees: UR / OBC Candidates have to pay a non-refundable application fee worth INR 300.
• Salary: CTC varies from INR 9.05 Lakhs to 9.65 Lakhs per annum

Application process for NLC recruitment

• Step 1 – Register for GATE and apply online by visiting NLC’ official website.
• Step 2- Pay a non refundable application fee online using the State Bank Collect facility available at www.onlinesbi.com.
• Step 3- Post submitting the online application, a Registration-Cum-Application form fill will be generated.
• Step 4 - Take a printout of the registration slip and keep it safe for future use.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for NLC recruitment

Selection Process for NLC recruitment

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on GATE scores.
• The list of candidates shortlisted for the recruitment process will be made available on the NLC website (www.nlcindia.com).
• Call Letters to the shortlisted candidates for Personal Interview will be made available on the NLC website.
• Also the candidates will be informed through email/SMS.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) also informed and confirmed appointing Computer Science Engineering (CSE) students through GATE 2021. Shortlisted candidates will be appointed as Assistant Executive Engineer.

Important dates for ONGC recruitment

Eligibility criteria for ONGC recruitment

• Qualification: Computer Science Engineering (CSE) students must obtain a minimum of 60% marks.
• Age limit: Maximum age limit is 30 years as of 30th June 2021 for general category applicants. OBC category candidates get age relaxation by 3 years, SC/ST get 5 years relaxation, while its 10 years for PWD category candidates.
• Salary: The shortlisted applicants will be placed in the pay scale of INR 24,900 – 50,500/- with an increment of 3% per year.

Application process for ONGC recruitment

• Step 1 - Visit the official site of ONGC.
• Step 2 – Fill the application form by submitting the required details.
• Step 3 – Complete the application form and click on the submit button.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for ONGC recruitment

Selection process for ONGC recruitment

• Candidates will be shortlisted through GATE scores.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend Group Discussion (GD) and a Personal Interview (PI).
• Final merit list will be prepared based on GATE scores, GD, and PI.

Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)

ECIL will appoint selected candidates for Graduate Engineer Trainee post. The fee for the General and OBC category is INR 500. The fee is waived off for the SC/ST/PwD/ Ex-SM/ Departmental candidates.

Important dates for ECIL recruitment

Eligibility criteria for ECIL recruitment

Graduate degree in computer engineering with scores not less than 60%.

• The upper age limit is 25 years as of 31/12/2019 for candidates belonging to Unreserved Category. OBC/SC/ST/PWD category candidates get age relaxation as per the norms set by the government.
• Full Time B.E./ B.Tech/ B.Sc (Engg.) from recognized University/ Institute in Computer Science Engineering (CSE) with at least 65% or Equivalent CGPA is needed.

Application process for ECIL recruitment

• Step 1 – Refer to the official website of ECIL.
• Step 2 – Complete the application form.
• Step 3 - Take a printout of the duly completed submitted form.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for ECIL recruitment

The selection process for ECIL recruitment

Candidates will get jobs through GATE scores. The shortlisted ones will be called to attend a written test and Personal Interview (PI).

Salary description

During one-year training: INR 38,430/- per month.

After training:

• 1st year: INR 47,780/-p.m.
• 2nd year: INR 49,210/- p.m.
• 3rd Year: INR 50,690/-p.m.

National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC)

NTPC is the biggest energy conglomerate in India, which began way back in 1975. It is a Maharatna PSU. The fee for the General and OBC category is Rs.150. The fee is waived off for the SC/ST category.

Important dates for NTPC recruitment

Eligibility criteria for NTPC recruitment

• Graduation degree in Computer Engineering with a minimum of 65%.
• Upper age limit for the category of General Merit is 27 years, OBC is 30 years, and SC/ST is 32 years.

Application process for NTPC recruitment

• Step 1 - Apply for GATE and download the admit card.
• Step 2 - Visit the official website of NTPC.
• Step 3 - Enter the GATE registration number in the application form.
• Step 4 - Ensure that you make a note of the unique registration number.
• Step 5 - Take a printout of the registration slip.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for NTPC recruitment

Selection Process for NTPC recruitment

• Applicants will be shortlisted through GATE scores.
• The shortlisted applicants will have to appear for an online test set by NTPC.
• Applicants will further have to appear for a Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI).

The NTPC final merit list will be decided based on -

• GATE scores (85%)
• GD (5%)
• PI (10%)

Salary description

• Total estimated pay Rs. 24,900 - 50,500
• Dearness allowance
• Provident fund
• Medical benefits
• Gratuity

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL)

PGCIL is empowered with the 'Maharatna' status as the Central Transmission Utility in India. The fee for the General and OBC category is Rs. 500. The fee is waived off for the SC/ST category.

Important dates for PGCIL recruitment

Eligibility criteria for PGCIL recruitment

• Graduate degree in computer engineering with a minimum of 70%.
• The upper age limit for the category of General Merit is 28 years, OBC is 31 years, and SC/ST is 33 years.

Application process for PGCIL recruitment

• Step 1 - Visit the official website of PGCIL.
• Step 2 - Register by filling in the required details.
• Step 3 - Make a note of the unique registration number.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for PGCIL recruitment

Selection process for PGCIL recruitment

• Applicants will be shortlisted through GATE scores.
• Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for Group Discussion (GD) and a Personal Interview (PI).

The PGCIL final merit list will be decided based on -

• GATE scores (85%)
• GD (3%)
• PI (12%)

Salary description

• Total estimated pay Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 1,80,000. The compensation package includes -
• Dearness allowance
• Perquisites and allowance as per cafeteria approach
• Performance-related pay
• The company leased accommodation/company quarters or HRA
• Reimbursement of monthly conveyance expenditure
• Mobile facility
• PF
• Gratuity
• Pension and leave encashment
• Group insurance
• Personal accident insurance

Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)

DRDO is one among India’s prime military research and development organizations. The fee for the General and OBC category is Rs. 100. The fee is waived off for the SC/ST category.

Important dates for DRDO recruitment

Eligibility criteria for DRDO recruitment

• Graduate degree in computer engineering with a minimum of 60%.
• The upper age limit for the category of General Merit is 28 years, OBC is 31 years, and SC/ST is 33 years.

Application process for DRDO recruitment

• Step 1 - Visit the official website of DRDO.
• Step 2 - Fill out the application form.
• Step 3 - Take a printout of the submitted form.

Previous year’s GATE cut-off scores for DRDO recruitment

Selection process for DRDO recruitment

• Applicants will be shortlisted through GATE scores.
• The shortlisted applicants will have to appear for a written test and Personal Interview (PI).

Salary description

• Total estimated pay Rs. 15, 600 - 39, 100
• The salary includes a grade pay of Rs. 5400. At the entry level, total emoluments will be Rs. 60,000 per month.

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