Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)
Conducting Body: IISc Bangalore & IITs
Nationwide exam testing comprehensive understanding of undergraduate subjects in engineering and science for M.Tech & lucrative PSU jobs.
Academic Qualifications & Criteria
Eligibility Requirement
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or Master's in Science
Participating Institutes & Colleges
Colleges and universities that accept GATE for merit rankings and seat allocation.
All IITs, NITs, IISc Bangalore & Top Engineering Institutions
Degrees & Programs Qualifying via GATE
Explore course curriculums and fee brackets for these programs.
Top Colleges Accepting GATE
Institutes requiring GATE rank for admission counseling.
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology
IIT Delhi - Indian Institute of Technology
IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology
IIT Madras - Indian Institute of Technology
BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology & Science
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Frequently Asked Questions About GATE
Who conducts GATE and what is the exam frequency?▼
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is officially conducted by IISc Bangalore & IITs on a Annual schedule across national test centres in Online (CBT) mode.
What are the tentative dates and application deadline for GATE 2027?▼
Tentative exam schedule is First & Second Weekend of February, with the online registration window typically closing around August – September. Candidates are advised to register on the official portal (https://gate.iisc.ac.in).
What is the eligibility requirement for GATE?▼
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or Master's in Science
Which degrees and programs accept GATE scores for admission?▼
Qualifying scores in GATE are accepted for admission into M.Tech, M.E., Ph.D., PSU Recruitment (ONGC, IOCL, BHEL, NTPC) across All IITs, NITs, IISc Bangalore & Top Engineering Institutions.
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