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The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, or GATE, is a national-level test held annually on behalf of NCB-GATE by IISc Bangalore and seven IITs (in Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, and Roorkee). The GATE exam is used to grant admission to M.Tech programmes at IITs, NITs, and other participating universities. Companies in the public sector use GATE scores to hire Graduate Engineers for entry-level roles. IIT Kanpur will host the GATE 2023 exam.

What’s New in GATE 2023?

IIT Kanpur will host the GATE 2023 exam. GATE 2023 Exam Dates are expected to be in the first and second weeks of February 2023. On the final Sunday of July 2022, IIT Kanpur (Organizing Institute [OI]) is likely to release the formal announcement (tentative). Candidates can review the GATE Syllabus PDF and download the previous year’s question papers to help them prepare for the exam.

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Notifications from GATE
GATE COAP 2022 Round 1 Seat Allotment results are out, and previous year GATE question papers and sample papers are available.

IIT Kharagpur successfully hosted GATE 2022 on February 5, 6, 12, and 13, 2022. The results were published on the official website, gate.iitkgp.ac.in, on March 16, 2022. GATE 2022 Scorecards can only be downloaded by candidates who have passed the cutoff. The scorecards will be accessible for download until December 31, 2022, however, the free download period will end on May 31. GATE 2022 qualifying candidates must pay Rs. 500 to download their scorecard after May 31. About 7,11,542 candidates applied for GATE 2022 this year. According to statistics, roughly 1,26,813 individuals qualified
for GATE 2022, or 17.82%. Counselling for GATE 2022 has begun. GATE does not have a centralised counselling mechanism. For M.Tech admissions in India, two different GATE counselling processes are held: CCMT and COAP. Candidates who have passed the GATE Cutoff 2022 are eligible to attend the counselling session.

GATE 2023 Exam Schedule

GATE 2023 will be held in the first and second weeks of February 2023 at IIT Kanpur. Aspirants for GATE 2023 can expect the announcement to be posted on the official website in the first week of September 2022, followed by a registration period that will last until October 2022. Candidates must begin their GATE 2023 preparation by locating the top coaching Centres, downloading and practising GATE previous year question papers, and taking numerous mock examinations.
Candidates can download the GATE Syllabus PDF from the previous year to learn about the relevant themes in each paper. According to the GATE Exam Pattern, questions from General Aptitude receive 15% of the weighting in the question paper, whereas themes from the core subject receive 85%. GATE 2023 will be a three-hour computer-based test organized by IIT Kanpur. In the GATE 2023 Question Paper, there will be 65 questions (MCQs, MSQs, and NATs) having a total weightage of 100 points. Separate exams will be held for each of the 29 papers.

Is the GATE exam difficult?
GATE is widely regarded as one of India’s most difficult admission tests. Over 9 lakh applicants take the exam each year. The exam’s once-a-year regularity and extensive syllabus add to the difficulty level. Each year, just 16-18% of the approximately 9 lakh applicants pass the exam. Candidates can ace the exam with the correct preparation and resources. The most popular GATE test streams are computer science engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering.

Registration

In the first week of September 2022, the GATE 2023 Application Form is likely to be issued. Candidates can apply for GATE 2023 on the official website using GATE Login- GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System). Women, SC, ST, and PWD candidates must pay INR 750 as an application fee, while everyone else must pay INR 1500 online.

Documents Required for GATE 2023 Application

Applicants for GATE 2023 must upload scanned documents when registering for the exam. These materials must be uploaded in accordance with the GATE Organizing Institute’s requirements. Candidates can review the list of essential documents as well as the document guidelines while filling out the GATE 2023 Application Form. GATE Photo Size and Signature Requirements.

Particulars	Dimensions	Size and Other Specifications	Uploading of Documents
Passport size photograph in the white background	5kb -200kb	3.5cm Width × 4.5cm Height with 60% - 70% of Face Coverage Pixels Range from 240x320 – 480×640	JPG/JPEG
Signature in running handwriting	5kb-200kb	The area of the signature must cover 70-80% of the image. Pixels Range from 80×280 – to 160×560 Sign with black or dark blue colour ink only.	In JPEG/JPG format
Photo ID Proof	NA	NA	PDF Format
Category Certificate wherever applicable	NA	NA	PDF Format
PwD Certificate wherever applicable	NA	NA	PDF Format
Certificate of Dyslexia	NA	NA	PDF Format

How to Complete the GATE 2023 Application Form

Only online applications are accepted for the GATE 2023 exam. There are no offline registration forms for GATE. Every year, the exam authority publishes a guide for submitting the GATE Application Form successfully. While filling out the GATE 2023 Application Form, candidates should follow the processes outlined below.

GATE 2023 Registration - Candidates must first go to the official GATE 2023 website and register as a New User. An application number/enrollment ID will be emailed to the registered email address after a successful registration.
Login with the GOAPS Enrollment ID and Password issued to the registered email address to complete the GATE 2023 Application Form. Fill in the details requested in the application form, such as educational qualifications, personal information, and so on.
Upload Required Papers – Follow the instructions above to upload scanned documents such as a
passport-size photograph, signature, eligibility certificate, SC/ST certificate, and PwD certificate.
Pay GATE Application Fees – Candidates must pay the application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, depending on the category.
Complete Declaration – A candidate must read and approve the declaration statement before submitting the application form. Candidates can submit the application form once the
declaration has been accepted.
It is recommended that candidates print or preserve a copy of their completed GATE 2023
Application Form for future reference. Visit GATE Application Form for more information on
how to fill it out the Application Form.

Form Correction for GATE 2023

Candidates are given a one-time window to update their submitted application form during the GATE
2023 Form Correction window. In the GATE 2023 Application Form, candidates can change their name,
DOB, gender, category, address, paper, and exam city, among other things. A cost of INR 500 is imposed for each amendment made through the GATE 2023 Form Correction window.

Paper Codes & Combinations for GATE 2023

Candidates who want to take part in GATE 2023 can take a maximum of two papers out of a total of 29.
In 2022, the GATE Paper Combinations were changed to include new papers such as Geomatics Engineering (GE) and Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (NM).
On the basis of the paper combinations mentioned below, candidates can choose one primary paper and another secondary paper. The final allocation, however, will be determined by the number of available seats, infrastructure, dates, and other criteria

Syllabus

The GATE 2023 Syllabus will feature the General Aptitude and Core Discipline sections. The GATE General Aptitude syllabus accounts for 15% of the exam weightage, while Core Discipline accounts for the other 85%. The syllabus for GATE 2023 is predicted to remain unchanged. However, after the official release, any new changes will be updated here. Candidates might look at the previous year’s GATE syllabus in the meantime.

Eligibility Criteria

GATE 2023 Eligibility Criteria and an information pamphlet will be released by the organizing institute, IIT Kanpur. In the meantime, candidates can review the basic GATE Eligibility Criteria in the section below. Candidates who are in their third year of studies or have completed their studies are eligible to apply for the exam.

Particulars	GATE 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification	10+2+3
Degree Requirement	Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Arts/ Commerce or Post Graduation in a relevant discipline
Age Limit	No Upper Age Limit
Nationality	Indian or Foreign/NRIs

Eligibility Criteria for International Students for NA GATE 2023

International students from Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are eligible to take the GATE 2023 exam.
Such students must have completed or be in the process of completing their bachelor's degree in engineering and technology or an equivalent degree.
The GATE exam has been cancelled in international exam Centres for 2022. COVID-19 required interested international students to take the exam in cities across India. However, information on GATE 2023 foreign exam Centres will not be updated until the information brochure is released. Candidates should check the website for any new updates once the notification is released.

Eligibility Criteria for GATE Study Abroad

Applicants at German or Singaporean institutions are primarily accepted into research-based programmes. Candidates must meet the country-specific and course-specific eligibility requirements for each university. The following are the essential eligibility criteria for Indian candidates applying to these international universities that accept GATE scores:

Candidates whose first language is not English must also take English proficiency tests like the TOEFL or IELTS, depending on the university, country, and course requirements.
Candidates must additionally achieve a GATE score of at least 90%.
Candidates must have a high GPA/percentage in their bachelor's degree (at least second class honours). Each of these international universities that accept GATE scores has a course length of

Preparation for GATE 2023

The GATE Exam is commonly recognised as the country’s most demanding exam. As a result, one must be well equipped to pass GATE 2023, acquire admission to IITs/IISc, or obtain employment in the public sector. Students who wish to pass the exam with a high score need solid planning, superb execution, a knowledgeable mentor, and, most importantly, self-confidence. Some of the greatest tips for GATE 2023 the preparation that students can apply are listed below:

Start Early- This will help you plan your studies and collect the materials you’ll need for the GATE Exam.
Understand the Curriculum and Exam Pattern- Understanding the GATE 2023 Syllabus and Exam pattern is crucial since your preparation plan will be heavily influenced by the exam syllabus and amount of topics.
Understanding the topic distribution in GATE question papers is critical since it allows you to determine the weightage of your strong and weak regions, allowing you to prepare effectively. You can examine previous GATE Question Papers to see how subjects are weighted, and then concentrate on the ones that appear to have a higher weight.
Create a Study Strategy- Now that you’re familiar with the exam format and topic weightings, it’s time to put together a complete study strategy. Keep the following points in mind while you prepare the study plan:
On a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, make goals for yourself.
Remember to divide problems into three sections: difficult, moderate, and easy.
Make sure your themes aren’t too similar.
Give the topics with the most weight and the greatest likelihood of being asked in the exam more weight.
Make sure you take enough mock tests and sample papers and use your graph to keep track of your results.
Break times and durations should be planned so that you may stay energised even when studying for long periods of time.
Practice General Aptitude thoroughly- Because the General Aptitude portion is worth 15 points, you must prepare thoroughly in order to increase your result. To prepare for the general aptitude component, newspapers and past papers from other competitive examinations might be used.

Mock Tests might help you review and practise. Revising on a regular basis is the most important component of GATE 2023 preparation. The revision will aid in better understanding and comprehension of the topics or concepts. It’s also a good idea to take notes while revising so you may refer to them throughout the exam. Also, solve the papers from the last ten years, which will help you prepare significantly.

Admit Card for GATE 2023

GATE 2023 Admit Card will be available one month before the exam, on January 10, 2023. Candidates will be able to download the admit card using their GOAPS login credentials, which include their application number and password. The admission card will contain information regarding the GATE 2023 exam, such as the applicant's names and roll numbers, the exam date, and the exam centre. Without the admit card and a valid photo ID, candidates will not be allowed to attend the examination centre.

How can I get my GATE 2023 Admit Card?

GATE Login- GOAPS is where candidates may get their admission cards. To get your GATE 2023 Admit
Card, follow the instructions below:

Go to the GATE 2023 official website.
To log in, enter your enrolment number and password.
Download the ‘GATE Admit Card’ link.
The admit card will be available in PDF format for download.
Take a printout of the admit card for future reference.

Documents to be brought along with the GATE 2023 Admit Card

On the day of the exam, a valid picture ID evidence must be brought with the GATE 2023 Admit Card to the respective exam Centres. The following are the valid photo IDs for the GATE exam:

List of Photo IDs for Indian Students

Voter ID
Passport
Aadhaar Card
PAN Card
Valid College ID
Employee Identification Card
Driving License

List of Photo IDs for International Students

Passport
Government Issued ID
Employee ID

Important Notes about the GATE 2023 Admit Card

The GATE 2023 admit card is required to attend the exam center.
Along with the GATE 2023 admit card, candidates must have a valid picture identification card.
They must present it before entering the exam room.
On the admit card, candidates must ensure that their pictures and signatures are clearly visible.

GATE 2023 Answer Key

IIT Kanpur will provide the GATE 2023 Answer Key on the official website a week after the exam. The answer key will show you how to answer all of the questions on the GATE 2023 exam correctly. To begin, IIT Kanpur will issue a subject-by-subject provisional answer key for GATE 2023 shortly after the exam concludes in February 2023. Candidates will have 3-4 days to contest the tentative GATE 2023 Answer Key for INR 500 per question. It's worth noting that this money is only refundable if your challenge is deemed to be genuine. After the GATE result is announced in March 2023, the final answer key for GATE 2023 will be released.

How can I get the GATE 2023 Answer Key?

The steps to download the GATE Answer Key are as follows:

Locate and click on the GATE 2023 Login link on the official GATE 2023 website.
For your paper, the GATE Question Paper and Answer Key will be accessible.
GATE 2023 answer key and question paper are available in PDF format.
Candidates can use the GATE 2023 answer key to calculate their scores according to the GATE 2023 marking scheme.

Result of GATE 2023

Along with the exam dates, the GATE 2023 result date will be revealed. Candidates can anticipate hearing the results in March 2023.
Candidates can view their results online at the gate.iitk.ac.in, the official website of GATE 2023.
Only candidates who have passed the GATE Exam will be able to download their scorecards.
The scorecard for GATE 2023 is valid for three years.

What is the procedure for checking GATE 2023 results?

Visit the official website for more information.
Click on GATE Result on the results page.
The GATE GOAPS portal would emerge.
Fill up the portal’s login information.
Select the submit button.
The GATE GOAPS candidate dashboard would appear.
Select the “Results” tab.
Your GATE score will appear on the screen.

GATE 2023 cutoff

IIT Kanpur will announce the GATE 2023 cut off along with the results for each of the 29 examinations.
GATE Cutoffs are divided into two categories.
The GATE conducting body’s cutoff is the qualifying GATE cutoff, which is the minimum score required by candidates to pass the GATE paper.
Each of the participating institutes publishes its own GATE cutoff, which is the minimum score required for admission to the college.

Exam Date

EVENT	DATE
GATE 2023 Notification Release	Jul 31, 2022
GATE 2023 Registrations	Sep 1, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022
GATE 2023 Admit Card Release	Jan 10, 2023 - Feb 12, 2023
GATE 2023 Notification Release	Feb 4, 2023
GATE 2023 Registrations	Feb 5, 2023
GATE 2023 Exam Date	Feb 11, 2023
GATE 2023 Counselling	Feb 12, 2023
GATE 2023 Answer Key Display	Feb 20, 2023
GATE 2023 Result Declaration	Mar 13, 2023
GATE 2023 Counselling	Apr 3, 2023

Counselling

For M.Tech admissions, IIT Kanpur will not have any counselling sessions. Candidates seeking admission to IITs, NITs, and other prominent institutions would have to go through a separate counselling process.

Candidates must register for GATE CCMT Counselling in order to be considered for admission to NITs. In most cases, the counselling process begins in April.
Candidates must register for GATE COAP Counselling in order to be considered for admission to IITs. Aspirants must first apply to particular institutes for admission and then register for the Common Offer Acceptance Portal.

CCMT 2023 GATE

Centralized Counseling for M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan/M.Des is referred to as GATE CCMT.
GATE CCMT is a centralized admissions process for NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and IIEST Shibpur that takes place every year.
Candidates are not required to apply to each NIT separately.
CCMT 2022 is open to candidates with a valid GATE scorecard (2020/2021/2022).
The organizing institute releases the GATE CCMT Cutoff for NITs in the form of opening and closing ranks.

Application Fee

Candidates who are applying for GATE 2023 must pay the application fee online using net banking, credit card, or debit card. The application cost for GATE 2023 is neither refundable nor transferable.

Category	Normal Application Fee	Late Application Fee
Women	INR 750	INR 1250
SC/ ST/ PwD	INR 750	INR 1250
All Other Candidates(including International applicants)	INR 1500	INR 2000

Exam Pattern

Each of the 29 papers in the GATE Exam Pattern is unique. In the GATE exam, candidates have three hours to answer all of the questions. The exam is given as a computer-based test online. The GATE exam consists of 65 questions worth a total of 100 points.

Marking Scheme for GATE 2023
According to the GATE 2023 Marking Scheme, each correct answer receives one or two marks, depending on the question. The table below provides the GATE test marking methodology based on the papers and question types.

Sections	Total Questions		Total Marks
Sections	1 mark Questions	2 marks Questions	Total Marks
General Aptitude	5	5	(5 x 1) + (5 x 2) = 15
Core Discipline	25	30	(25 x 1) + (30 x 2) = 85
Total	30	35	100

Negative Marking for GATE 2023

Only MCQs are subject to negative marking in GATE 2023. In the GATE Question Paper, no marks are lost for inaccurate MSQs or NATs. The following table contains information on GATE negative marking.

Type of Question	GATE 2023 Negative Marking
Type of Question	1 Mark Questions	2 Marks Questions
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)	1/3 mark	2/3 mark
Multiple Select Questions (MSQs)	No negative marking	No negative marking
Numerical Answer Type (NATs)	No negative marking	No negative marking

Exam

EVENT	DATE
GATE 2023 Notification Release	Jul 31, 2022
GATE 2023 Registrations	Sep 1, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022
GATE 2023 Admit Card Release	Jan 10, 2023 - Feb 12, 2023
GATE 2023 Notification Release	Feb 4, 2023
GATE 2023 Registrations	Feb 5, 2023
GATE 2023 Exam Date	Feb 11, 2023
GATE 2023 Counselling	Feb 12, 2023
GATE 2023 Answer Key Display	Feb 20, 2023
GATE 2023 Result Declaration	Mar 13, 2023
GATE 2023 Counselling	Apr 3, 2023

Eligibilty Criteria

GATE 2023 Eligibility Criteria and an information pamphlet will be released by the organizing institute, IIT Kanpur. In the meantime, candidates can review the basic GATE Eligibility Criteria in the section below. Candidates who are in their third year of studies or have completed their studies are eligible to apply for the exam.

Particulars	GATE 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification	10+2+3
Degree Requirement	Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Arts/ Commerce or Post Graduation in a relevant discipline
Age Limit	No Upper Age Limit
Nationality	Indian or Foreign/NRIs

Eligibility Criteria for International Students for NA GATE 2023

International students from Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are eligible to take the GATE 2023 exam.
Such students must have completed or be in the process of completing their bachelor's degree in engineering and technology or an equivalent degree.
The GATE exam has been cancelled in international exam Centres for 2022. COVID-19 required interested international students to take the exam in cities across India. However, information on GATE 2023 foreign exam Centres will not be updated until the information brochure is released. Candidates should check the website for any new updates once the notification is released.

Eligibility Criteria for GATE Study Abroad

Applicants at German or Singaporean institutions are primarily accepted into research-based programmes. Candidates must meet the country-specific and course-specific eligibility requirements for each university. The following are the essential eligibility criteria for Indian candidates applying to these international universities that accept GATE scores:

Candidates whose first language is not English must also take English proficiency tests like the TOEFL or IELTS, depending on the university, country, and course requirements.
Candidates must additionally achieve a GATE score of at least 90%.
Candidates must have a high GPA/percentage in their bachelor's degree (at least second class honours). Each of these international universities that accept GATE scores has a course length of

Preparation for GATE 2023

The GATE Exam is commonly recognised as the country’s most demanding exam. As a result, one must be well equipped to pass GATE 2023, acquire admission to IITs/IISc, or obtain employment in the public sector. Students who wish to pass the exam with a high score need solid planning, superb execution, a knowledgeable mentor, and, most importantly, self-confidence. Some of the greatest tips for GATE 2023 the preparation that students can apply are listed below:

Start Early- This will help you plan your studies and collect the materials you’ll need for the GATE Exam.
Understand the Curriculum and Exam Pattern- Understanding the GATE 2023 Syllabus and Exam pattern is crucial since your preparation plan will be heavily influenced by the exam syllabus and amount of topics.
Understanding the topic distribution in GATE question papers is critical since it allows you to determine the weightage of your strong and weak regions, allowing you to prepare effectively. You can examine previous GATE Question Papers to see how subjects are weighted, and then concentrate on the ones that appear to have a higher weight.
Create a Study Strategy- Now that you’re familiar with the exam format and topic weightings, it’s time to put together a complete study strategy. Keep the following points in mind while you prepare the study plan:
On a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, make goals for yourself.
Remember to divide problems into three sections: difficult, moderate, and easy.
Make sure your themes aren’t too similar.
Give the topics with the most weight and the greatest likelihood of being asked in the exam more weight.
Make sure you take enough mock tests and sample papers and use your graph to keep track of your results.
Break times and durations should be planned so that you may stay energised even when studying for long periods of time.
Practice General Aptitude thoroughly- Because the General Aptitude portion is worth 15 points, you must prepare thoroughly in order to increase your result. To prepare for the general aptitude component, newspapers and past papers from other competitive examinations might be used.

Mock Tests might help you review and practise. Revising on a regular basis is the most important component of GATE 2023 preparation. The revision will aid in better understanding and comprehension of the topics or concepts. It’s also a good idea to take notes while revising so you may refer to them throughout the exam. Also, solve the papers from the last ten years, which will help you prepare significantly.

Admit Card for GATE 2023

GATE 2023 Admit Card will be available one month before the exam, on January 10, 2023. Candidates will be able to download the admit card using their GOAPS login credentials, which include their application number and password. The admission card will contain information regarding the GATE 2023 exam, such as the applicant's names and roll numbers, the exam date, and the exam centre. Without the admit card and a valid photo ID, candidates will not be allowed to attend the examination centre.

How can I get my GATE 2023 Admit Card?

GATE Login- GOAPS is where candidates may get their admission cards. To get your GATE 2023 Admit
Card, follow the instructions below:

Go to the GATE 2023 official website.
To log in, enter your enrolment number and password.
Download the ‘GATE Admit Card’ link.
The admit card will be available in PDF format for download.
Take a printout of the admit card for future reference.

Documents to be brought along with the GATE 2023 Admit Card

On the day of the exam, a valid picture ID evidence must be brought with the GATE 2023 Admit Card to the respective exam Centres. The following are the valid photo IDs for the GATE exam:

List of Photo IDs for Indian Students

Voter ID
Passport
Aadhaar Card
PAN Card
Valid College ID
Employee Identification Card
Driving License

List of Photo IDs for International Students

Passport
Government Issued ID
Employee ID

Important Notes about the GATE 2023 Admit Card

The GATE 2023 admit card is required to attend the exam center.
Along with the GATE 2023 admit card, candidates must have a valid picture identification card.
They must present it before entering the exam room.
On the admit card, candidates must ensure that their pictures and signatures are clearly visible.

GATE 2023 Answer Key

IIT Kanpur will provide the GATE 2023 Answer Key on the official website a week after the exam. The answer key will show you how to answer all of the questions on the GATE 2023 exam correctly. To begin, IIT Kanpur will issue a subject-by-subject provisional answer key for GATE 2023 shortly after the exam concludes in February 2023. Candidates will have 3-4 days to contest the tentative GATE 2023 Answer Key for INR 500 per question. It's worth noting that this money is only refundable if your challenge is deemed to be genuine. After the GATE result is announced in March 2023, the final answer key for GATE 2023 will be released.

How can I get the GATE 2023 Answer Key?

The steps to download the GATE Answer Key are as follows:

Locate and click on the GATE 2023 Login link on the official GATE 2023 website.
For your paper, the GATE Question Paper and Answer Key will be accessible.
GATE 2023 answer key and question paper are available in PDF format.
Candidates can use the GATE 2023 answer key to calculate their scores according to the GATE 2023 marking scheme.

Result of GATE 2023

Along with the exam dates, the GATE 2023 result date will be revealed. Candidates can anticipate hearing the results in March 2023.
Candidates can view their results online at the gate.iitk.ac.in, the official website of GATE 2023.
Only candidates who have passed the GATE Exam will be able to download their scorecards.
The scorecard for GATE 2023 is valid for three years.

What is the procedure for checking GATE 2023 results?

Visit the official website for more information.
Click on GATE Result on the results page.
The GATE GOAPS portal would emerge.
Fill up the portal’s login information.
Select the submit button.
The GATE GOAPS candidate dashboard would appear.
Select the “Results” tab.
Your GATE score will appear on the screen.

GATE 2023 cutoff

IIT Kanpur will announce the GATE 2023 cut off along with the results for each of the 29 examinations.
GATE Cutoffs are divided into two categories.
The GATE conducting body’s cutoff is the qualifying GATE cutoff, which is the minimum score required by candidates to pass the GATE paper.
Each of the participating institutes publishes its own GATE cutoff, which is the minimum score required for admission to the college.

Exam Pattern

Each of the 29 papers in the GATE Exam Pattern is unique. In the GATE exam, candidates have three hours to answer all of the questions. The exam is given as a computer-based test online. The GATE exam consists of 65 questions worth a total of 100 points.

Marking Scheme for GATE 2023
According to the GATE 2023 Marking Scheme, each correct answer receives one or two marks, depending on the question. The table below provides the GATE test marking methodology based on the papers and question types.

Sections	Total Questions		Total Marks
Sections	1 mark Questions	2 marks Questions	Total Marks
General Aptitude	5	5	(5 x 1) + (5 x 2) = 15
Core Discipline	25	30	(25 x 1) + (30 x 2) = 85
Total	30	35	100

Negative Marking for GATE 2023

Only MCQs are subject to negative marking in GATE 2023. In the GATE Question Paper, no marks are lost for inaccurate MSQs or NATs. The following table contains information on GATE negative marking.

Type of Question	GATE 2023 Negative Marking
Type of Question	1 Mark Questions	2 Marks Questions
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)	1/3 mark	2/3 mark
Multiple Select Questions (MSQs)	No negative marking	No negative marking
Numerical Answer Type (NATs)	No negative marking	No negative marking

Syllabus

The GATE 2023 Syllabus will feature the General Aptitude and Core Discipline sections. The GATE General Aptitude syllabus accounts for 15% of the exam weightage, while Core Discipline accounts for the other 85%. The syllabus for GATE 2023 is predicted to remain unchanged. However, after the official release, any new changes will be updated here. Candidates might look at the previous year’s GATE syllabus in the meantime.

Counselling

For M.Tech admissions, IIT Kanpur will not have any counselling sessions. Candidates seeking admission to IITs, NITs, and other prominent institutions would have to go through a separate counselling process.

Candidates must register for GATE CCMT Counselling in order to be considered for admission to NITs. In most cases, the counselling process begins in April.
Candidates must register for GATE COAP Counselling in order to be considered for admission to IITs. Aspirants must first apply to particular institutes for admission and then register for the Common Offer Acceptance Portal.

CCMT 2023 GATE

Centralized Counseling for M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan/M.Des is referred to as GATE CCMT.
GATE CCMT is a centralized admissions process for NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and IIEST Shibpur that takes place every year.
Candidates are not required to apply to each NIT separately.
CCMT 2022 is open to candidates with a valid GATE scorecard (2020/2021/2022).
The organizing institute releases the GATE CCMT Cutoff for NITs in the form of opening and closing ranks.