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Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

National examination used for admission and other opportunities in engineering, technology, science and related postgraduate pathways.

Engineering & Technology

Exam overview

National examination used for admission and other opportunities in engineering, technology, science and related postgraduate pathways. Eligibility to appear is broad, but each postgraduate program sets its own paper, degree and specialization requirements.

Eligibility to appear

Graduation

Eligibility to appear is broad, but each postgraduate program sets its own paper, degree and specialization requirements.

Note: Appearing eligibility does not automatically guarantee admission eligibility at every institution.

Overview

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering overview

National examination used for admission and other opportunities in engineering, technology, science and related postgraduate pathways.
Subjects

Eligibility and admission distinction

Eligibility to appear is broad, but each postgraduate program sets its own paper, degree and specialization requirements. Meeting exam-appearance rules does not by itself establish eligibility for every course, institution or counselling process.
PreparationPlan

How to verify the current cycle

Open the official website maintained by Organising IIT/IISc on behalf of the GATE committee. Read the current information bulletin, correction notices, participating-institution rules and counselling documents before applying. Do not rely only on old dates or third-party summaries.
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FAQs

What is Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering?

National examination used for admission and other opportunities in engineering, technology, science and related postgraduate pathways.

Who can appear for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering?

Eligibility to appear is broad, but each postgraduate program sets its own paper, degree and specialization requirements.

Does qualifying Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering guarantee admission?

No. Admission also depends on the target course and institution eligibility, score or rank, counselling, documents, category rules and seat availability for the current cycle.