GATE Admit Card 2025: IIT Roorkee has revealed the registration schedule for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025. The GATE GOAPS portal will open on August 24, 2024, marking the start of the application period. Ensure you complete and submit your application by September 26, 2024, to steer clear of any late fees.
Overview of the GATE 2025 Notification
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2025) |
| Commonly Known As | GATE |
| Conducting Institute | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee |
| Administered By | Jointly by IIT Roorkee and Seven IITs |
| Purpose of Examination | Qualifying Examination for M.E./M.Tech/Ph.D admissions and PSU Recruitment |
| Registration Dates | August 24 to September 26, 2024 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Examination Duration | 180 Minutes (3 Hours) |
| Frequency of Examination | Annual |
| Total Number of Exam Cities | 176 |
| Number of GATE Papers | 30 |
| Number of Questions in Each Paper | 10 (GA) + 55 (subject) = 65 Questions |
| Total Marks of Examination | 100 |
| Validity of GATE 2025 Score/Grade | 3 Years |
| Official Website | gate2025.iitr.ac.in |
GATE Exam 2025 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for GATE, candidates should be in their third year or beyond of an undergraduate program or have completed a government-recognized degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities.
| Degree/Program | Qualifying Degree/Examination | Description of Eligible Candidates | Expected Year of Completion |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech./B. Pharm. | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc./Diploma) | Currently in 3rd year or higher, or already completed | 2025 |
| B. Arch. | Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (5-year course) / Naval Architecture (4-year course) / Planning (4-year course) | Currently in 3rd year or higher, or already completed | 2026 (5-year program), 2025 (4-year program) |
| B.Sc. (Research)/B.S. | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/4 years after 10+2) | Currently in 3rd year or higher, or already completed | 2025 |
| Pharm. D. (after 10+2) | 6-year degree program, including internship or residency training | Currently in 3rd/4th/5th/6th year or already completed | 2027 |
| M.B.B.S./B.D.S. | Degree holders of M.B.B.S./B.D.S. and those in 5th/6th/7th semester or higher of such program | 5th, 6th, 7th, or higher semester, or already completed | 2025 |
| M.Sc. / M.A. / MCA or equivalent | Master’s degree in Arts/Science/Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in 1st year or higher, or already completed | 2025 |
| Int. M.E./ M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.) | Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology (4-year program) | Currently in any year | Any year |
| Int. M.E./ M.Tech./M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) | Integrated Master’s degree or Dual Degree in Engineering/Technology (5-year program) | Currently in 3rd/4th/5th year, or already completed | 2026 |
| B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. | Bachelor’s degree in Science/Arts/Commerce (3-year program) | Currently in 3rd year or already completed | 2025 |
| Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program | Currently in 3rd year or higher, or already completed | 2026 |
| Professional Society Examinations | B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent exams of Professional Societies | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses | Enrolled Up to 31st May 2013* |
| B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) | 4-year B.Sc. program | Currently in 3rd/4th year or already completed | 2025 |
GATE 2025 Application Process
IIT Roorkee will manage the GATE 2025 registration process online via their official site, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. The registration window is open from August 24 to September 26, 2024. For those needing additional time, applications can be submitted with a late fee until October 7, 2024.
- To begin, visit the GOAPS 2025 portal and enter your first name, middle name, surname, a valid email address, country of residence, mobile number, and password. After submitting this information, you’ll receive an OTP via both SMS and email. Use this OTP to complete the process and obtain your unique enrollment ID.
- Fill out the Application Form by providing your personal information, academic details, contact information, choice of paper, preferred exam center, photo ID proof, signature, and category certificate (if required).
- Please scan and upload your photo, signature, and any other necessary documents as per the given specifications.
- Finish the application process by submitting the GATE application fee online.
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Gate Exam 2025 Application Form Correction
- Name of the candidate
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Category
- Country of Residence
- Parent/Guardian’s Mobile Number
- Correspondence Address
- Exam center and exam city details
- Qualifying Degree Details
GATE Pattern
Before you begin preparing for GATE 2025, visit gate2025.iitr.ac.in to review the exam pattern. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions are all included in the three-hour online exam. Familiarizing yourself with the exam structure will enhance your preparation and help you perform better.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| GATE 2025 Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) [conducted at select centers in select cities] |
| GATE 2025 Exam Duration | 3 Hours* |
| Number of Subjects (Papers) | 30 |
| Sections | General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Selected Subject(s) |
| Type of Questions | (a) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) (b) Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and/or (c) Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions |
| Questions for Testing Abilities | (a) Recall (b) Comprehension (c) Application (d) Analysis & Synthesis |
| Number of Questions | 10 (GA) + 55 (subject) = 65 Questions |
| Distribution of Marks in All Papers Except AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH, and XL | General Aptitude: 15 Marks + Engineering Mathematics**: 13 Marks + Subject Questions: 72 Marks = Total: 100 Marks (**XE includes Engineering Mathematics section XE-A of 15 Marks) |
| Distribution of Marks in Papers AR, CY, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH, and XL | General Aptitude: 15 Marks + Subject Questions: 85 Marks = Total: 100 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | Questions carry 1 mark and 2 marks |
| Negative Marking | For a wrong answer in an MCQ: For 1-mark MCQs, 1/3 mark is deducted; For 2-mark MCQs, 2/3 mark is deducted. There is no deduction for NAT or MSQ questions. |
GATE Admit Card 2025
- Check out the official website for GATE 2025.
- Please click the link to download your admit card.
- Please log in with your enrollment ID, registered email address, password, and captcha.
- Enter your information to access the admit card.
- Download your admit card, save it to your device, and print it out.
Conclusion
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 registration is set to begin on August 24, 2024, and will remain open until September 26, 2024. Conducted by IIT Roorkee and seven other IITs, the GATE exam is a key qualification test for admissions into postgraduate programs and PSU recruitment. Candidates need to apply through the GOAPS portal, with an option for late registration until October 7, 2024, with an additional fee.
For a smooth application process, ensure all details are correctly filled and documents are uploaded as per the specifications. Familiarizing yourself with the GATE exam pattern, including the types of questions and marking scheme, will enhance your preparation.
FAQs
1. When does the GATE 2025 registration period begin and end?
The registration period for GATE 2025 starts on August 24, 2024, and ends on September 26, 2024. Late registrations are accepted with an additional fee until October 7, 2024.
2. How can I register for GATE 2025?
Registration is done online through the GOAPS portal at gate2025.iitr.ac.in. You need to provide personal details, academic information, and upload required documents.