GATE ME Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Overview
- Post
- Mechanical Engineer
- Exam Date
- 03, 04 and 10, 11 February 2024
- Full-Form
- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering
- Official Website
- GATE Official Website
- Result announcement
- 16th March 2024
- Admit Card release date
- 5th January 2023
- Deadline for online applications
- 12th October 2023
- Starting for online applications
- 30th August 2023
📊 Exam Information 2
| Document | Size |
|---|---|
| Passport size photograph | 2 kb -200 kb |
| Signature in running handwriting | 2 kb-150 kb |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) | 10 kb -300 kb |
| PwD Certificate (if applicable) | 10 kb – 300 kb |
📊 Application Fee
| For Examination Centres in India | Fees to be Paid (Rs.) | During the Extended Period |
|---|---|---|
| Female candidates | 900 | 1400 |
| All other candidates | 1800 | 2300 |
📊 Exam Information 4
| Qualifying Degree | Qualifying Degree/Examination | Eligible Candidates Description |
|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech./B.Pharm. | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (four years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc./Diploma in Engineering/Technology) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher grade or already completed |
| B. Arch. | Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (5 years course)/Naval Architecture (four years course)/Planning (four years course) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher grade or already completed |
| B.Sc. (Research)/B.S. | Bachelor’s degree holder e in ScienME Stream (Post-Diploma/four years after 10+2) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher grade or already completed |
| Pharm. D.(after 10+2) | 6 years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, during 3rd year onwards | Pursuing in the 3rd/4th/5th/6th year or already completed |
| M.B.B.S. | M.B.B.S. Degree holders and those who are in the 5th/6th/7th semester or higher | 5th, 6th, 7th or already completed |
| M.Sc./M.A./MCA or equivalent | Master’s degree in any branch of Arts/Science/Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in the 1st year or higher or already Completed |
| Int.M.E./M.Tech.(Post-B.Sc.) | Post-BSc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/Technology of 4 years program | Pursuing in the 2nd/3rd/4th year or already completed |
| Int. M.E./M.Tech. or Dual Degree(after Diploma or 10+2) | Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering/Technology (5 years program) | Candidate must be currently in the 4th/5th year or already completed |
| B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. | Bachelor degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3 years program) | Currently in the 3rd year or already completed |
| Int. M.Sc./ Int. B.S.-M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or Five years integrated B.S.-M.S. program | Currently in the 3rd year or already completed |
| ProfessionalSociety Examinations(equivalent to B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch.) | B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MHRD/UPSC/AICTE (e.g., AMIE by Institution of Engineers-India, AMIME by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses |
📊 GATE ME 2024 exam paper sections
| Section 1 | General Aptitude (10 Questions) |
|---|---|
| Section 2 | Core Subject (55 Questions) |
| Total | 65 Questions will be asked |
📊 GATE ME Exam Pattern
| Mode of Examination | Online/ Computer-based Test |
|---|---|
| Total no. of questions | 65 |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration of Exam | 3 hours |
| Sections | General Aptitude and Subject Specific |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the GATE ME exam?
GATE ME stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering, it is one of the 30 subjects of the GATE 2024 examination. A candidate from a Mechanical Engineering background can appear for GATE ME 2024. This year, IISc Bangalore is conducting the GATE Exam in a Computer-Based format.
Q2.What will be the exam pattern for GATE ME 2024?
The GATE 2024 exam is online. It is a computer-based test (CBT). the exam is expected to have a total of 65 questions. The question paper of 3 hours will have a total of 100 marks. Out of the 65 questions, 55 Questions are technical (25 questions of one mark + 30 questions of 2 marks each) and 10 Questions are technical (5 questions of one mark + 5 questions of 2 marks each). The General Aptitude section includes 5 questions carrying 1-mark each (sub-total 5 marks) and 5 questions carrying 2-marks each (sub-total 10 marks).
Q3.Where can I find the detailed gate ME syllabus?
GATE ME will be testing your concepts of Mechanical Engineering along with Engineering Mathematics & General Aptitude.GATE Mechanical Syllabus is mainly distributed into 4 sections -Engineering Mathematics, Applied Mechanics & Design, Fluid Mechanics & Thermal Sciences, and Materials, Manufacturing, and Industrial Engineering with further being subdivided into sections.
Q4.When is GATE ME 2024 exam scheduled?
GATE ME 2024 exam dates are 03, 04 and 10, 11 February 2024.
Q5.What happens after clearing gate ME 2024?
If you score well in GATE ME 2024, firstly, you can apply for M.Tech Programme or apply for any PSU recruitment. Candidates having a valid GATE Score are entitled to a monthly stipend and other benefits during the 2 year program and after completion of MTech, ample of lucrative jobs await you. You have opportunities in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) as well through GATE. Several PSUs including BARC, DDA, HPCL, IOCL, NPCIL, etc. recruit candidates with good GATE Score. A good score in GATE 2024 also opens up Research, Sponsorship Opportunities, etc for you.
Q6.I have done my BTech and I am currently pursuing my MTech. Am I eligible to appear for GATE 2024?
Yes, an MTech student is eligible for GATE ME. You just have to upload your degree certificate while filling up the application form.
Q7.Is a BSC student eligible for GATE 2024?
Yes, a BSc student is eligible to apply for GATE 2024. You just have to upload the necessary documents while filling up the application form.
Q8.Can a person with a backlog take GATE 2024?
Candidates who have backlogs (arrears/ failed subjects) in any paper of the qualifying degree or have appeared in the final year/ semester examination in 2023 should do the following either: Submit a copy of any one of the marks sheets of the final year or Have to obtain a declaration from their Principal along with the signature and seal beforehand and upload the same during the online submission of the application form.
Q9.What is the distribution of marks in GATE ME 2024?
The Division of Marks will be- General Aptitude for 15% of total marks, Engineering Mathematics for 15% of total marks, and Paper or Discipline opted for by a candidate for 70% of total marks. The questions paper will have a mix of Numerical Answer Test (NAT), Multiple Select (MSQ), and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
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