The GATE exam 2025 is just around the corner, and if you’re planning to take it, here’s what you need to know.

Exam Dates
The exam is scheduled to take place on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025 ¹. Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the exam, you must have cleared your 10+2 standard and hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline ¹. This includes students who have completed government-accredited programs in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, arts, or humanities.
Registration Process
The registration process is currently ongoing at the GOAPS portal, and the last date to fill out the application form without a late fee is September 26, 2024 ¹. Don’t miss this deadline!
Application Fees
The application fees for GATE 2025 remain unchanged from last year. For all candidates, including foreign nationals, the fee is INR 1800 without a late fee and INR 2300 with a late fee ¹. For SC/ST/PwD and female applicants, the fee is INR 900 without a late fee and INR 1400 with a late fee.
Exam Pattern
The exam pattern will remain the same as last year, with a 3-hour online CBT mode ¹. Each paper will have a General Aptitude section and a subject-specific section.
Syllabus
The syllabus for all 30 subjects has been released on the official website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in ¹. Make sure to check it out and plan your preparation accordingly.
Preparation Tips
According to previous year’s toppers, it’s essential to understand your capabilities, make a proper plan, and optimize your preparation with both hard work and smart work ¹. Start preparing early, and don’t hesitate to seek help from recommended books and online resources.
Important Dates
- Release of application form: August 28, 2024
- Last date to fill out application form without late fee: September 26, 2024
- Admit card release date: First week of January 2025
- GATE 2025 exam date: February 1-16, 2025
- Answer key release: Fourth week of February 2025
- Result declaration: Second week of March 2025 ¹
Stay focused, and good luck with your preparation!

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