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GATE - Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

📌 GATE Exam Overview

The **Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)** is a national-level exam for admissions to **M.Tech/Ph.D.** programs and recruitment in **PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings)** such as ONGC, IOCL, and NTPC.

Exam Pattern:

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 3 hours
Total Questions: 65
Total Marks: 100
Sections: General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics, Core Subject
Marking Scheme: +1 or +2 for correct answers, -1/3 or -2/3 for incorrect answers

📚 Important Study Material for GATE

🔹 General Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal - Best for numerical ability.
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal - Covers logical reasoning.

🔹 Engineering Mathematics

Higher Engineering Mathematics by B.S. Grewal - Best for concepts and problem-solving.
Advanced Engineering Mathematics by Erwin Kreyszig - In-depth coverage of topics.

🔹 Core Subject Study Material

Standard Books: Follow books by authors like William Hayt (Electrical), P.K. Nag (Mechanical), and R.K. Kanodia (Computer Science).
Previous Year Question Papers: Solving last 10 years' GATE papers improves understanding.
Coaching Notes: Refer to handwritten notes from institutes like Made Easy and ACE Academy.

💡 GATE Preparation Tips

Understand the Syllabus: Focus on high-weightage topics first.
Revise Regularly: Make short notes and revise daily.
Practice Mock Tests: Take GATE mock tests for better time management.
Previous Year Papers: Solve past GATE papers to understand question trends.

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