GATE ECE Exam Pattern:

The GATE ECE exam pattern consists of a 3-hour computer-based test with 65 questions carrying a total of 100 marks. The paper includes General Aptitude (15 marks) and Core Electronics Engineering subjects (85 marks), with MCQ, MSQ and Numerical Answer Type questions.

The GATE examination follows a structured pattern designed to evaluate a candidate’s technical knowledge, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.

• Mode of Examination

  • The GATE exam is conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
• Duration:
  • The total duration of the examination is 3 hours.
• Total Marks:
  • The question paper carries a maximum of 100 marks.
• Number of Questions:
  • The exam usually contains 65 questions in total.
• Sections in the Paper:
  • General Aptitude – 15 marks
  • Core Subject (chosen discipline) – 85 marks
• Types of Questions:
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)
  • Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
• Marking Scheme:
  • Questions may carry 1 mark or 2 marks.
  • Negative marking applies to certain MCQ questions.
  • MSQ and NAT questions generally do not have negative marking.

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