Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national level entrance examination that fundamentally evaluates student’s understanding over several under-graduate subjects in Engineering and science.

Students seeking admission into the Master’s Program (Master of Engineering, Master of Technology, Master of Architecture, Doctor of Philosophy) or plan to apply for jobs in Public Sector Companies need to appear for GATE examination. GATE scores reflect the performance level of the applicant.

GATE is jointly conducted by Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and seven Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT’s)Mumbai, Chennai, Kharagpur, Kanpur, Delhi, Roorkee and Guwahati each year on a rotational basis.

GATE is regulated on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India.

Want to have complete details about GATE 2022 such as eligibility criteria, GATE 2022 syllabus, GATE exam preparation, GATE application process, GATE study material? Read further.

For the year 2022, IIT Kharagpur would organize the GATE exam. Here in this article, we will let you know:

1. About GATE exam
2. Updated Eligibility Criteria for GATE 2022
3. How to Apply for GATE Exam?
4. GATE 2022 Syllabus
5. Preparing for GATE 2022
6. What is best- Joining Coaching Class or Online GATE classes or Self Study?
7. Finding GATE study materials online
8. Jobs opportunities in PSU after GATE exam
9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

ABOUT GATE EXAM

GATE is a computer based test which is organized in 8 zones. GATE score is valid for three years from the date of declaration of the results.

According to the norms endorsed by the particular institute, the student may get direct admission into the course purely based on GATE score or he/she may have to appear for an interview conducted by the department (to which student had applied for).

GATE 2022 HIGHLIGHTS

UPDATED ELIGIBLITY CRITERIA FOR GATE 2022

GATE-2022 Degree Wise Eligibility

Check Latest GATE 2022 Exam Eligibility

HOW TO APPLY FOR GATE EXAM? (COMPLETE PROCESS)

According to the sources, IIT Kharagpur will organize GATE 2022 and it may add two new papers, i.e., Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and Geomatics Engineering.

Thus, the GATE exam will be conducted for 29 papers. Additionally, new centres will be opened in places like Akola, Latur, Shirdi and Dhule. More than 650 designated centres in India are available for students to appear for GATE exam.

GATE 2022 EXAM DATES

Check out below important dates (tentative) for GATE 2022 exam:

(GOAPS- GATE Online Application Processing System)

Here are the steps students should follow to apply for GATE 2022. Please make sure that the applicant is thorough with the GATE exam paper pattern and exam centres.

Fill the application form through GOAPs portal.

Before filling the application form, student should thoroughly go through the instructions.

1. REGISTRATION

1. Register as a New User on the official website of GATE then proceeds as mentioned in the guide.
2. Once the registration is successful, you will get access to GOAPS with the credentials entered (name, mobile number and email ID).
3. After inserting details, create GOAPs password that includes numbers, alphabets and special characters.
4. Confirm the registration.
5. The applicant will receive an email containing GOAPS Enrolment ID, which is necessary to log in for filling the online application form of GATE 2022.

2. GATE 2022 Application Form

6. Fill the application form of GATE 2022 by inserting personal details like name, date of birth, nationality, gender, category and other essential information.
7. Click- ‘Start the GATE 2022 Application Process’.
8. Please note, PIN code is mandatory while filling in the address details.
9. Fill in the eligibility details like name of the college where the student had completed the Under Graduate degree, along with the address and relevant PIN Code.

3. Upload Scanned Documents

10. According to the specifications mentioned by the organizing authorities, applicant will have to upload a scanned recent photograph, signature and other requisite documents (if needed).

→ Need to upload JPEG format of photograph and signature

→ Thumb impression

→ Scanned images of degree certificates/ mark sheets.

→ Scanned image of category certificate in PDF format (if applicable).

11. Once you are done with uploading, read the declaration then click on the ‘checkbox’ to proceed further to pay fees.

4. Application form preview

12. Then the server displays a preview of GATE 2022 application form.
13. Then click on ‘Confirm and Final Submit’ tab. (No further changes will allowed once it is clicked).

5. Fees Payment

14. Fees can be paid through online modes such as net banking/ debit card/ credit card.
15. Once the payment is done, the applicant will be redirected to the GOAPS website.

6. Submission of GATE 2022 Application Form

16. Application form will be submitted through GOAPS
17. Download and take the printout of the application form and keep it for future reference.

APPLICATION FEES OF GATE 2022

Please Note: Valid mobile number and email ID should be entered as further communication will be done by the same.

For international applicants, any contact will be done through email ID only.

While creating a password, make sure it cannot be guessed easily.

GATE 2022 ONLINE APPLICATION CORRECTION

Application can be corrected in the 2^nd week of November. However, not all the information is open to changes. In order to make correction, applicant must send an email to the respective zonal office. The date for correction will be mentioned in the online notification sheet.

Details like communication address, academic details, category, gender and date of birth can be corrected. Exam city can be changed according to the student’s convenience.

Email ID, phone number and paper for attending GATE 2022 cannot be changed once the GATE application form is submitted.

More detailed process is here :  GATE 2022 Exam Application With Complete Details

GATE EXAM SYLLABUS

GATE 2022 syllabus comprehensively covers the undergraduate (UG) syllabus that a student studies in 4 years. For better understanding, below are the important topics from the syllabus:

1. General Aptitude
2. Electrical Engineering
3. Civil Engineering
4. Mechanical Engineering
5. Electronics & Communication Engineering
6. Computer Science & Information Technology
7. Instrumentation Engineering
8. Chemical Engineering

General Aptitude (GA)

General Aptitude section includes

English grammar, Comprehension Reading, Word Groups, Sentence correction, Data Interpretation, Quantitative Aptitude, etc. GA is common for all the papers.

Electrical Engineering (EE)

• Engineering Mathematics

○ Probability and Statistics
○ Differential equations
○ Calculus
○ variables
○ Theory
○ Methods
○ Algebra
○ Control Systems

• Electric Circuits

• Electrical and Electronic Measurements

• Electrical Machines

• Electromagnetic Fields

• Power Electronics

• Power Systems

• Signals and Systems

Civil Engineering (CE)

• Environmental Engineering

○ Air pollution
○ Noise Pollution
○ Municipal Solid Wastes
○ Water and Waste Water

• Engineering Mathematics

○ Calculus
○ Linear Algebra
○ Numerical Methods
○ Ordinary Differential Equation (ODE)
○ Partial Differential Equation (PDE)
○ Probability and Statistics

• Geomatics Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering

○ Soil Mechanics
○ Foundation Engineering

• Structural Engineering

○ Construction Materials and Management
○ Concrete Structures
○ Engineering Mechanics
○ Structural Analysis
○ Steel Structures
○ Solid Mechanics

• Transportation Engineering

○ Highway Pavements
○ Traffic Engineering
○ Transportation Infrastructure

• Water Resources Engineering

○ Fluid Mechanics
○ Hydrology
○ Hydraulics
○ Irrigation

Mechanical Engineering (ME)

• Applied Mechanics and Design

○ Theory of Machines
○ Machine Design
○ Mechanics of Materials
○ Vibrations

• Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences

○ Applications
○ Heat Transfer
○ Fluid Mechanics
○ Thermodynamics

• Engineering Mathematics

○ Calculus
○ Complex Variables
○ Differential Equations
○ Linear Algebra
○ Numerical Methods
○ Probability & Statistics

• Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering Materials

○ Casting
○ Computer Integrated Manufacturing
○ Forming and Joining Processes
○ Engineering Materials
○ Inventory Control
○ Operations Research
○ Metrology and Inspection
○ Machining and Machine Tool Operations
○ Production Planning and Control

Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)

• Analog Circuits

• Control Systems

• Communications

• Digital Circuits

• Electronic Devices

• Electromagnetics

• Engineering Mathematics

○ Complex Analysis
○ Calculus
○ Differential Equations
○ Linear Algebra
○ Numerical Methods
○ Probability and Statistics
○ Vector Analysis

• Network Signals and Systems

○ Network solution Methods
○ Continuous Time Signals

Computer Science & Information Technology (CSE)

• Computer Networks
• Compiler Design
• Computer Science and Information Technology
• Computer Organization and Architecture
• Databases
• Digital Logic
• Theory of Computation
• Operating System
• Programming and Data Structures
• Engineering Mathematics

○ Calculus
○ Probability
○ Discrete Mathematics
○ Linear Algebra

Chemical Engineering (CH)

• Chemical Technology
• Chemical Reaction Engineering
• Heat Transfer
• Fluid Mechanics and Mechanical Operations
• Instrumentation and Process Control
• Mass Transfer
• Plant Design and Economics
• Engineering Mathematics

○ Complex Variables
○ Calculus
○ Numerical Methods
○ Linear Algebra
○ Probability and Statistics
○ Differential Equations

• Process Calculations & Thermodynamics

Instrumentation Engineering (IE)

• Analog Electronics
• Communication and Optical Instrumentation
• Control Systems
• Digital Electronics
• Electrical Circuits
• Engineering Mathematics

○ Analysis of Complex variables
○ Calculus
○ Differential Equations
○ Linear Algebra
○ Numerical Methods
○ Probability and Statistics

• Measurements
• Sensors and Industrial Instrumentation

Download GATE syllabus PDF

PREPARING FOR GATE 2022

Each year around lakhs of engineering students apply for the exam with the aim of cracking GATE exam and getting into IITs.

GATE serves as a gateway for students to not only get into top engineering colleges but to land lucrative PSU jobs too.

GATE is a highly competitive entrance exam. If you plan to apply for the prestigious GATE 2022 exam, then the first thought that would surely come to the mind of each student is, ‘How To Prepare for GATE 2022?

Well, here we will let you know how one should start preparing for GATE 2022.

Start Early

Start your preparations early. If you begin ahead of time, you will get enough time to complete the syllabus as well as you will be able to revise properly in the last few months.

GATE Syllabus and Exam Pattern

Until and unless you don’t know the way to the destination, how would you reach there?

Similarly, to crack GATE 2022, student should have a complete understanding of the GATE syllabus and the exam pattern. Knowing a syllabus helps you know what all topics you need to cover, whereas a pattern gives an idea of how the examination would be conducted.

GATE Preparation Strategy

Once you know the road map, work on GATE preparation strategy. Divide the time for studying new topics and revising the old ones. Also, allot some time for practice tests too. Set daily and weekly target.

Following a proper study, schedule helps in tracking the progress like what all topics have been covered and what are left.

Choose the right study material

Do an extensive research and accordingly choose the right study material for GATE 2022 exam preparation. You can either opt for undergraduate books or refer online lectures or coaching notes.

Lot of preparatory stuff is available, but you should know which would be the right one.

Clear your doubts

While preparing for the GATE exam, one would surely have some doubts. Clear all the doubts by discussing with teachers or friends for better understanding of the topic.

Practice and Practice

More you practice more eminent you become. Thus, attempt lot of mock tests and do analyse them. As GATE exam is three hours long exam, these mock tests would help you learn manage time.

Additionally, mock test helps you know your strengths and weakness. Work on both. Score well on your strengths, whereas work on your weaknesses to score more.

Stay healthy, Stay fit

No matter how well you have studied hard and prepared well. If you do not keep yourself physically and mentally fit, you will not be able to crack GATE 2022.

Hence, take short breaks between study sessions, eat healthy food, indulge yourself in extra-curricular activities and take enough sleep.

What is best- Joining Coaching Class or Online GATE classes or Self Study?

Coaching class, online GATE class or self-study, whichever mode a student opts for preparing GATE 2022, one should not forget the word GATE.

This four letter word not just reminds about the exam but pushes a student to work towards it and achieve the goal.

G → Goal

A → Attentive

T → Tenacious

E → Enthusiasm

Coaching Class

Classroom offers a studying environment with students around you. But you need to research about good coaching institute like faculty, curriculum they follow, GATE study material and resources they offer, infrastructure, GATE exam paper solutions whether they offer test series and doubt clarification sessions.

Last but not the least, fees they charge, their credibility and the distance from your home as time is precious.

Online GATE Classes

If you want to study at your own pace, save some money and need some help – opt for GATE online classes.

Maintaining a positive environment and staying motivated throughout the GATE preparation is important while studying online.

Mentors at GATEFLIX leaves no stone unturned. During online GATE classes, they intend to clear all concepts, provide the right study material for GATE and push each student to solve practice papers as well as last year’s GATE question papers; along with that, they provide GATE exam paper solutions too.

Here are some tips for selecting the right coaching class for gate preparation.

Self-Study

Certainly, one can secure a good rank in GATE exam with self-preparation. But the rule is stay motivated throughout the preparation, work towards it dedicatedly and maintain the persistency. These three rules would surely help you in cracking GATE 2022 exam.

Review the study material, test series and GATE exam papers of previous years for each subject.

Additionally, you need to stay in touch with the teachers and friends preparing for GATE if you have some doubts or want to discuss about the study material.

‘Want to get ahead, get started.’ Whichever mode you choose, start your preparations early and manage time efficiently.

Finding GATE study materials online

‘Online learning is now a big thing not the next big thing’

Students can easily find the relevant study material, mock test series, practice books as well as last year’s GATE exam papers online. But you need to check if they are upto the mark, updated and not misleading. As one mistake may lash your result.

Test Series (mock test)

Evaluating the preparation is very important, especially when one is preparing for a competitive exam like GATE. Lakhs of students apply for the exam where there is a cut-throat competition among the students.

Attempting mock tests not only help students assess their strengths and weaknesses but give them an understanding of exam pattern before actually appearing for the GATE exam.

GATEFLIX offers an online test series as per the latest exam pattern for students to test their preparation level towards the GATE 2022. The test papers are prepared and evaluated by an expert team of faculties.

Tips for taking mock tests:

• Start with one test a week later with two, three and four tests per week.
• Start with topic-wise tests, then later do subject-wise tests till you complete preparation per subject.

Benefits of GATEFLIX Test Series are:

Developed as per GATE 2022 Exam pattern.
Similar to that of the actual GATE exam.
Offers data driven performance like Marks, score and All India Ranking.
Complete accomplishment analysis.
Detailed solutions are made available.
It prepares students to work under pressure along with time management.

Mock tests help students in revising the concepts in a stimulated exam environment. This helps you prepare for the big day both mentally as well as physically.

Practice books

The best and the fastest way of mastering a topic is to practice. More you practice, more you strengthen your knowledge.

But now the question arises

which are the best practice books for GATE 2022?

Practice books play a very important role while preparing for GATE 2022. As these books help students study and understand complete GATE syllabus and attain good score in the examination.

While selecting the best books for GATE preparation, student should keep certain factors in mind, such as:

• Chapters should be in a simplified manner that are easy to understand.
• Complicated topics should be explained in a simple and concise manner.
• Humans tend to retain what they see, thus the explanation part should include diagrams or pictorial representations.
• Chapters and each topic should have accurate and updated information.

Apart from the above mentioned factors, GATEFLIX has a lot to offer through GATE practice books. At GATEFLIX;

Practice books are curated by GATE toppers who excel in their respective fields.
For better understanding over the topic, GATEFLIX offers 1000+ subject wise GATE questions in a systematic manner.
Not just the questions, but books have detailed solutions to all the questions along with short tricks wherever necessary.

Last Year Question Papers

Previous year’s GATE exam papers give an accurate idea about the types of questions asked, pattern as well as the difficulty level of the exams.

Set a 3 hour timer to create an examination environment. Start solving last year’s GATE exam paper. This not only increases speed but inculcates time management skills too.

Attempting last year’s GATE exam paper helps in analysing each day’s preparation allowing you to understand how well the GATE preparations are.

It further boosts confidence eliminating exam fear among the students.

Mentors at GATEFLIX provide GATE exam paper solutions too.

PSU RECRUITMENT THROUGH GATE 2022

Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) are the government owned corporations (union government, state government or both) that does the recruitment on the basis of GATE score. Each PSU releases the recruitment details separately for each posts.

The application process for PSU recruitment may start after the release of GATE 2022 admit card. GATE scores serve as a fair pathway to evaluate applicants for recruitment. The popularity of PSU Recruitment through GATE score is increased. GATE score is important, though some PSU Conduct entrance tests, group discussion, and interviews.

Types of PSUs

Based on parameters such as Indian Stock Exchange, annual revenue, global presence and income generated PSU is further bifurcated into 3 types:

• Maharatna PSUs (SAIL, BHEL, IOCL, GAIL and more)
• Navratna PSUs (Power Grid, BEL, Oil Indian Limited and more)
• Mini-Ratna PSUs (BSNL, PEC Limited, THDC India Limited and more)

Eligibility Criteria For PSU Recruitment

Applicants need to check the eligibility criteria before applying for PSU. For PSU requirements are:-

GATE score mandatory
Age limit
CGPA obtained during graduation

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application form for PSU recruitment through GATE 2022 will be available online, but the applicant needs to check the start and end date of the application as it differs for each PSU.

Along with the photograph and signature, applicant may need to upload personal, educational and other details as required.

Submit GATE registration number and other details according to the admit card of GATE 2022.

Why PSU?

PSU offers lucrative pay ranging from 7 lakhs to 20 lakhs per annum.
Government jobs offer job stability.
Social dignity
Receives perks such as medical insurance, house allowances and more.

Here is an example: ONGC Job recruitment based on GATE score

Tips To Crack GATE exam in First Attempt

Plan your preparation.
Study with dedication.
Be persistent with your preparation.
Connect the right mentor to choose the right study material.
Make short notes while preparing. It further helps in revision.
Appear for mock tests.
Clear your doubts.
Revise a lot.
Do hear topper’s advice but merge it with your schedule. Do not completely follow them as each one’s calibre differs.

Read More: Crack GATE 2022 With an Ease in First Attempt

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q-1. I scored 56% in my B.Tech. Am I eligible for GATE 2022?

A-1. You need to check pre-requisites of the institute for the specific course. As such there is no marks criteria for GATE exam in Graduation degree, you are eligible for the GATE exam. But if you wish to get into any of the IIT institute, you should secure 60% in your B.Tech course.

Q-2. Can the GATE examination paper changed once the application form is submitted?

A-2. Yes, GATE examination paper can be changed even after submitting the application form.

Q-3. Can the GATE examination city changed after the application form is submitted?

A-3. Yes, you can. By paying fees of Rs. 400/- (four hundred only) online using GOAPS, the GATE examination city can be changed.

Q-4. I made few mistakes while filling the application form. How can I correct them?

A-4 For minor mistakes, applicant need to send an email to their Zonal GATE office whereas for major mistakes applicant need to fill a new application form with new email address (mobile number can remain same).

Please note, no refund will be given for the incorrect application form.

Q-5. I have selected wrong paper. What should I do now?

A-5. When Time window opens for correction on GOAPS portal, by paying the fees applicant can make correction in their ‘Exam Paper’. 

If there are any other changes like change in ‘Category’, change in ‘Name’, change in ‘Gender’ etc., it can be done by making correction with fee under the specific category when Time window opens.

Q-6. When Time Window will open for GATE 2022?

A-6. Tentatively from 28 October.2021 till 13th November. 2021 on GOAPS portal.

Q-7. Despite following all the instructions, I am unable to upload my signature. How do I do?

A-7. You need to check the size and the format in which you are trying to upload.

Q-8. How will I get to know if the photograph is upto the mark?

A-8. Please do not resize the file. When the photo is uploaded and is not acceptable. The applicant receives an email or SMS. Accordingly the photograph and other details can be corrected.

Q-9. How to pay the fees for GATE 2022?

A-9. Fees can be paid through online mode either by net banking, debit card or credit card. Applicant receives the payment gateway link from the application portal.

Q-10. I paid the GATE application fees twice through net banking. How should I get the reimbursement?

A-10. Any unaccounted money received on behalf of GATE 2022 is automatically credited back to the same. Extra money is always refunded. The process may take a week or more after the closure of the application process.

Q-11. I made the payment and money got deducted from my account but still GOAPS asks me to make the payment. How to resolve the issue?

A-11. Do not panic. Log in GOAPS again, check the payment status. If it still shows the payment status pending. The money will be credited back to the account. The process may take a week or more after the closure of the application process.

But you should initiate the fresh payment on GOAPS (do not wait for money to get credited) for timely submission of the application form.

Q-12. How can I access my filled application form?

A-12. Open GOAPS portal, log-in with the enrolment ID and password and take a print out for your reference.

Q-13. If I have completed my degree in 2021 and not received any degree certificate or provisional certificate from the institute, which documents will I have to upload?

 A-13. As an eligibility document you will have to upload final year mark sheet of any one semester.

Q-14. Status of my application is ‘Under Scrutiny’. What does that mean?

A-14. It is fine if the status displays ‘Under Scrutiny’. IIT Guwahati check the applications for any kind of disparity, flaws in signature or photograph. Once they completely check on the details, the status will change to ‘Successful Submission’.

Q- 15. How do I know if my application form require any changes?

A-15. Applicants receive mail regarding the changes required to be done in their GATE application form.

FINAL WORDS

Sky is the limit for GATE exam preparation. Nobody knows how tough or easy the GATE 2022 exam or the competition would be. But preparing a schedule and consistently working towards the GOAL (GATE 2022) would surely help you do wonders and get through GATE 2022.

For more details, contact us at GATEFLIX by calling on 6262062627or mail at support@gateflix.in.