GATE 2025 Registration Started – Eligibility & Exam Fee Details

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 registration has officially started, and students across India are gearing up to apply. Conducted jointly by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), GATE is one of the most competitive exams for postgraduate engineering and science programs in India.

This year, IIT Roorkee is the organizing institute and has launched the registration portal with complete details on eligibility, new subjects, application fee, exam cities, and key deadlines. Apart from M.Tech admissions, GATE 2025 is also valid for PSU jobs, research fellowships, and even master’s programs abroad.

Here’s everything you need to know about GATE 2025—from who can apply to how much it costs and what’s new this year.

Important Dates for GATE 2025

Candidates must complete registration well before the deadline to avoid late fees or disqualification.

GATE 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for GATE 2025 is based on academic qualifications. Candidates from India and select international countries can apply. Below are the detailed criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Must have completed or be in the final year of:

  • B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./B.Sc. (Research)/B.Pharm

  • M.Sc./M.A./MCA or equivalent

  • Integrated M.E./M.Tech or Dual Degree programs

• Year of Graduation: Students graduating in 2025 or later are eligible

• No Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for appearing in GATE

• Nationality: Open to Indian citizens and applicants from Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Ethiopia, and UAE

Candidates can also choose up to two papers, provided the subject combinations are allowed by IIT Roorkee.

GATE 2025 Exam Fee Structure

The exam fee varies based on the category and the application window:

Fee must be paid online during registration using debit/credit card or UPI. The fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.

What’s New in GATE 2025?

GATE 2025 introduces a few important updates:

• New Subject Papers: IIT Roorkee has added Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) as a separate paper this year.

• Two Paper Option Expanded: More subject combinations are allowed under dual-paper choices.

• Revised Syllabus: Minor changes in topics across Mechanical, Civil, CS, and ECE streams.

• Exam Centers Added: More Tier-2 cities included to avoid overcrowding.

Make sure to download the official syllabus PDF before starting your preparation.

Registration Process – Step-by-Step

To apply for GATE 2025, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official GATE portal – https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in

2. Click on “New Registration”

3. Fill in details: name, email, mobile, and create a password

4. Login and complete the application form

5. Upload:

   • Passport-size photo

   • Signature

   • Category certificate (if applicable)

   • Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)

6. Pay the fee online

7. Submit the form and save the application number

Applicants will receive SMS/email updates for each stage. Always verify the uploaded documents and information before submission.

GATE 2025 Exam Pattern

GATE 2025 will be conducted online (CBT) in a 3-hour format:

• Total Questions: 65 (MCQ, MSQ, NAT)

• Total Marks: 100

• General Aptitude: 15 marks

• Subject Paper: 85 marks

• Negative marking applicable in MCQs only

Some papers like Architecture, Engineering Sciences (XE), and Life Sciences (XL) will have multiple sections. All papers are in English.

Use of GATE Score

A valid GATE score (valid for 3 years) is accepted for:

• M.Tech/M.E. admissions at IITs, NITs, and IIITs

• PhD admissions in IISc and central universities

• Jobs in PSUs like ONGC, BHEL, NTPC, GAIL, IOCL

• Higher education abroad (some universities in Germany and Singapore)

GATE score is also useful for research fellowships under government-funded labs and institutes.

FAQs

Who conducts GATE 2025 and when is the exam?

IIT Roorkee is conducting GATE 2025. The exam will be held on February 1, 2, 8, and 9, 2025.

Can I apply for GATE in the final year of my B.Tech?

Yes, final-year students are eligible to apply. You must upload a provisional certificate or an official college letter.

How many papers can I appear for in GATE 2025?

You can choose up to two papers, subject to allowed combinations by IIT Roorkee.

What is the GATE 2025 exam fee for female and SC/ST candidates?

For these categories, the fee is ₹900 without late charges and ₹1400 with late charges.

Is there any limit on GATE attempts?

No, there is no limit to the number of times you can appear for GATE, as long as you meet eligibility each year.

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