GATE Exam FAQs

GATE Exam FAQs

 

GATE Exam FAQs

Your ultimate guide for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

How many GATE papers can I apply for?

You can apply for either one or two papers from the approved combinations listed in the official GATE brochure.

Important Notes:

  • Choose papers relevant to your qualifying degree.
  • Consider the requirements of your target institutions.
  • Two-paper combinations must be from the approved list.

Can I choose my exam session if multiple are available?

No, exam sessions (forenoon or afternoon) are assigned automatically by the system based on logistics and availability. This assignment cannot be chosen or changed by candidates.

Can I change my exam paper after applying?

Yes, but this is only permitted during the specified correction window after the application deadline, and it requires an additional payment.

Remember:

  • Changes are subject to the availability of infrastructure.
  • An additional fee will be applicable for each change.
  • No changes are allowed after the correction window closes.

Can I change my examination city after submission?

Yes, requests to change the examination city are permitted during the correction window. This is subject to the availability of seats in the requested city and requires an additional payment.

Note:

  • Changes depend on seat availability in the requested city.
  • No requests will be accepted after the correction window closes.

Is a category change permitted after application submission?

Yes, category change requests are allowed during the correction window. This requires an additional payment and the submission of proper, valid documentation.

Required Documents:

  • A valid category certificate as per government norms.
  • A scanned copy of the certificate in the prescribed format.
  • Payment of the additional fee for the category change.

Need More Information?

For the most accurate and up-to-date details, always refer to the official GATE website.

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