GATE 2025 Registration: The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025, organized by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR), is a crucial examination for those seeking advanced education and career opportunities in engineering and technology. Registration for GATE 2025 will start on August 24, 2024, and continue until September 26, 2024, with a late registration period extending to October 7, 2024.
The exam is scheduled to be conducted on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, in multiple sessions. This comprehensive guide provides key details about the registration process, examination format, fees, and important dates. Candidates are required to apply online through the official website [GATE 2025](https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in). The (GATE) 2025 examination will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) with a focus on various engineering and science subjects. The results will be announced on March 19, 2025, with score cards available from March 28, 2025.
Key Information about GATE 2025
The key details of GATE 2025 are summarized in the table below:
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 |
| Organising Institute | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR) |
| Application Window | August 24, 2024 – September 26, 2024 |
| Extended Registration Window | September 27, 2024 – October 7, 2024 |
| Exam Dates | February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025 |
| Official Website | GATE 2025 Official Site |
| Official Notification | Download Here |
| Application Fees | ₹900 to ₹1800 |
| Late Fee | ₹1400 to ₹2300 |
| Result Announcement Date | March 19, 2025 |
| Score Card Availability | Free Download: March 28, 2025 – May 31, 2025 |
| Score Card Download with Fee | June 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 |
GATE 2025 Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR) is the Organising Institute (OI) for GATE 2025. The official website for GATE 2025 is https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in. The examination will be held on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, with sessions in the forenoon and afternoon on each of these dates. GATE 2025 will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) featuring a total of 30 test papers. All test papers will be in English and consist entirely of objective-type questions.
GATE 2025 Application and Eligibility
Applications for GATE 2025 will be accepted ONLINE only through the official website https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in. Candidates appearing for TWO test papers need to fill out ONLY ONE application form. The GATE 2025 score card will be valid for THREE years from the date of the results’ announcement. Eligibility extends to candidates currently studying in the 5th, 6th, or 7th semester, or those who have already completed degrees such as M.B.B.S, B.D.S, B.V.Sc., and B.Sc. in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry. The (GATE 2025) examination will be conducted at multiple centres across more than 200 cities and towns in India.
GATE 2025 Key Dates and Application Fees
The GATE 2025 examination will take place on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025. Online registration opens on August 24, 2024, and closes on September 26, 2024, during the regular period. If you miss this deadline, you can still register until October 7, 2024, with a late fee. Results are scheduled to be announced on March 19, 2025.
Application fees for GATE 2025 are as follows:
| Category | Regular Period (August 24 to September 26, 2024) | Extended Period (September 27 to October 7, 2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹900 | ₹1400 |
| All Other Candidates (including foreign nationals) | ₹1800 | ₹2300 |
​GATE 2025 Examination Details
The GATE 2025 exam will be a 3-hour Computer Based Test (CBT) in English, covering 30 test papers. It will include General Aptitude (GA) and subject-specific questions, with formats like MCQs, MSQs, and NATs, assessing recall, comprehension, application, and analysis skills.
Each paper will consist of 65 questions—10 from General Aptitude and 55 from the subject. The distribution of marks is as follows:
- For most papers: General Aptitude: 15 marks, Engineering Mathematics: 13 marks, and Subject Questions: 72 marks, totaling 100 marks.
- For specific papers (AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH, and XL): General Aptitude: 15 marks and Subject Questions: 85 marks, totaling 100 marks.
Questions are worth either 1 mark or 2 marks. Incorrect answers to 1-mark MCQs will result in a deduction of 1/3 mark, while 2-mark MCQs will have a deduction of 2/3 mark. There is no negative marking for wrong answers in MSQ and NAT questions, and no partial marking is given.
The syllabus for each test paper is available on the GATE 2025 website https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in and in Appendix C of the Information Brochure. Candidates are responsible for selecting the appropriate test paper when applying for GATE 2025.
Zones and the Corresponding Administrative Institutes for GATE 2025
GATE 2025 is divided into zones, each managed by a leading institute responsible for overseeing the exam in that region. Here are the zones and their administrative institutes:
| Zone | Administrative Institute | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Zone-1 | Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru | https://gate.iisc.ac.in |
| Zone-2 | Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | https://gate.iitb.ac.in |
| Zone-3 | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | http://gate.iitd.ac.in |
| Zone-4 | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati | https://iitg.ac.in/gate-jam |
| Zone-5 | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur | https://gate.iitk.ac.in |
| Zone-6 | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | https://gate.iitkgp.ac.in |
| Zone-7 | Indian Institute of Technology Madras | http://gate.iitm.ac.in |
| Zone-8 | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee | https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in |
Important Note
Students enrolled with professional bodies and institutions recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) as per OM (No. 11-15/2011-AR (TS.II)) with permanent recognition up to May 31, 2013, are considered recognized. For more details, please refer to Circular No. 13/56/PC/ODL-Mode/AICTE/2020, dated November 23, 2020, available at AICTE Professional Bodies and AICTE Public Notice.
GATE 2025 Important Dates
Here are the key dates for GATE 2025, including registration deadlines, exam dates, and information about admit and score card availability.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GOAPS Opens | August 24, 2024 |
| Regular Online Registration Closes | September 26, 2024 |
| Extended Registration Period Ends (with Late Fee) | October 7, 2024 |
| Last Date for Changes (Category, Paper, City, etc.) | November 6, 2024 |
| Admit Cards Available for Download | January 2, 2025 |
| GATE 2025 Examination Dates | February 1, 2025 (Forenoon and Afternoon) February 2, 2025 (Forenoon and Afternoon) February 15, 2025 (Forenoon and Afternoon) February 16, 2025 (Forenoon and Afternoon) |
| Results Announcement | March 19, 2025 |
| Score Cards Available for Free Download | March 28, 2025, to May 31, 2025 |
| Score Cards Available for Download with Fee (₹500 per test paper) | June 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025 |
GATE 2025 online Application Process
Candidates must submit their applications for GATE 2025 online via the official website. The (GATE) application process includes several key steps:
- ​​​​​​​​​Go to GATE 2025 Official Site to access the application form.
- Complete the online (GATE 2025) application form.
- You will need to upload a recent photograph, signature, and any required certificates (SC/ST/PwD) during the application process.
- Enter a valid photo identity number from any of the accepted IDs (Aadhaar UID, Aadhaar Virtual ID, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License). Ensure you carry the same ID to the (GATE 2025) exam center.
- GATE 2025 Application fees are ₹900 for Female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates during the regular period and ₹1800 for other candidates. For the extended period, fees are ₹1400 and ₹2300 respectively.​​​​​​​​​
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