Most Important Preparation Tips for GATE 2024

MADE EASY August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 0 Comments competitive exams, GATE 2024, GATE 2024 Notification, GATE Preparation Tips, GATE score, Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is an examination that is conducted for admissions to Masters in Technology (M.Tech.) and direct Ph.D. admissions to Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other institutes and universities across India. It also opens the gateway to booming Public Sector Organizations (PSUs) and the field of research. Some of the PSUs and research organizations that accept the GATE Score for selecting candidates include ONGC, NTPC, GAIL, HPCL, PGCIL, BHEL, BSNL, HPCL, NHPC, BARC, and DRDO, to name a few. If you want to become one of the candidates on these selection lists, find the expert-recommended GATE preparation tips below.

GATE is an All-India-level examination administered and conducted in eight zones across the country by the GATE committee. This committee comprises faculty members from IISc, Bangalore, and the other seven IITs on behalf of the National Coordination Board that functions under the Department of Education, Ministry of Human Resources Development.

GATE 2024 Exam:

IISC Bengaluru has released a notification for GATE 2024, along with several amendments to the pattern and syllabus of the exam, and the eligibility criteria have been relaxed. Once the respective year’s official notifications are out, most GATE aspirants get into a dilemma as to how to prepare for the GATE Exam and excel in this competitive exam.

Let us understand some important updates like Eligibility Criteria, required documents, and Application Fees before knowing about GATE 2024 Preparation. By doing this, it will be easy to apply for GATE 2024. We believe that you will prepare for the exam only when you know that you have followed the application process properly.

GATE 2024 Eligibility Criteria

If you are going to do GATE 2024, then first of all, you are advised to make sure that you fulfill the eligibility criteria for GATE 2024.

Candidates who are currently studying in the third or higher year of an undergraduate degree program or have completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering/ Technology/ Science/ Architecture/ Humanities can apply for GATE 2024.
Some of the professional societies/institutes that conduct exams in various fields of engineering are given below.

The Institution of Engineers (India) (IE)
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE)
The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI)
The Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, including the Polymer and Environmental Group (IIChE)
The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM)
The Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIIE)

Candidates who have certification from any such professional society must ensure that those examinations are approved by MoE/AICTE/UGC/ UPSC as equivalent to B.E./ B.Tech./ B.Arch./ B. Planning, etc.

Candidates who have/are pursuing their qualifying degree from countries other than India: Candidates should be currently in the third or higher year of a Bachelor’s degree (at least three years) in Engineering/ Technology/ Science/ Architecture/ Humanities should have been completed.

If a candidate fulfills the above-mentioned criteria, then he/she can mark his/her appearance for GATE 2024.

Required documents

If you are ready to fill out the online application form for GATE 2024, then you must have personal information like name, date of birth, personal mobile number, parent’s names, parent’s mobile numbers, etc. as required data.

The name of the candidate in the application form should exactly match the valid photo ID that the candidate has to produce in the original while appearing for the GATE-2024 examination at the center.
The GATE 2024 Scorecard will be issued according to the name provided in the application form.
Prefixes/titles such as Mr. / Shri. / Dr. / Mrs. / Smt. / Prof. / Capt. / Maj. / Lt. / Col. / Er. / Ar. are NOT to be used.

Address for communication (including PIN code).
Eligibility degree details.
GATE paper(s) and the codes in which the candidate wishes to appear.
Three choices of GATE examination cities (from the same zone).
Net banking/debit card/credit card / UPI / wallet details for fee payment.

Some of the important documents required to fill out the online application form for GATE 2024 are as follows:

A high-quality image of the candidate’s photograph conforming to the requirements specified in the Information Brochure.
A high-quality image of the candidate’s signature conforming to the requirements specified in the Information Brochure.
Scanned copy of the Category (SC/ST) certificate in pdf format (if applicable).
Scanned copy of the PwD Certificate in pdf format (if applicable).
Scanned copy of Certificate of Dyslexia in pdf format (if applicable).
Scanned copy of a valid photo Identity document: Aadhar-UID (preferable)/ Passport/ PAN Card/ Voter ID/ Driving License.
The photo ID must have the Name, Date of birth, and unique photo ID number. This photo ID must be carried in the original to the examination hall for verification.

Note: We ask that applicants make the documents they upload legible and clear. Uploading illegible documents may result in delays in the application process and rejection of the application.

Registration Fees:

If you would like to apply for GATE 2024, you must find out about registration fees before you apply.

Category	Regular Period (24^th Aug to 29^th Sept 2023)	During the Extended Period (30^th Sept to 13^th Oct 2023)
Female candidates SC/ST/PwD (per test paper)	₹ 900	₹ 1400
All other candidates including foreign nationals (per test paper)	₹ 1800	₹ 2300

*PwD means persons with benchmark disability.

Note: The above application fees are for a single exam paper. Applicants who choose to take two exams must pay double the fee.

Charges for Changes / Modifications in GATE 2024 Login

(Applicable from 4th To 11th November 2023)

No.	Description of Changes / Modifications	Fee Charges (per paper)
1.	Change in Name	₹ 500
2.	Change in Date of Birth	₹ 500
3.	Change in choice of examination cities	₹ 500
4.	Change of existing paper	₹ 500
5.	Add a second paper (from given combinations with respect to the primary paper)	₹ 500 plus application fee for the additional paper
6.	Change of gender to female	₹ 500
7.	Change of gender from female to any other gender	₹ 500 + ₹ 900 = ₹ 1400 (For All other candidates)
8.	Change of category to SC/ST	₹ 500
9.	Change of category from SC/ST to any other	₹ 500 (For female candidates or PwD candidates) ₹ 500 + ₹ 900 = ₹ 1400 (For All other candidates)
10.	Change from Non-PwD/Dyslexic to PwD/Dyslexic
11.	Change from PwD/Dyslexic to Non-PwD/Dyslexic	₹ 500 (For female candidates or PwD candidates) ₹ 500 + ₹ 900 = ₹ 1400 (For All other candidates)
12.	Any other change in category (not mentioned above)	₹ 500
13.	Details of Parents/Guardian/Correspondence Address	₹ 500
14.	College Name and Location, Roll No., Registration No.	₹ 500

Note: There will be NO REFUND of any fee other than for multiple transactions.

Now we can hope that you can apply for GATE 2024 without any errors. If you face any problems while applying, you should visit madeeasy.in and get help from the contact page. Read GATE 2024 preparation tips here to prepare for the exam properly.

GATE 2024 Preparation Tips:

Be Determined: A strong determination toward what you choose will take you a long way. Firstly, before setting up your journey for GATE 2024 you need to determine your path and set a goal so that you focus in the right direction.
Start Early: As sufficient time has passed since the GATE 2024 notification release; you need to start your journey (if you have not already) for GATE 2024 preparation without any further procrastination. The reason is that the syllabus is vast and time is limited. Every single minute matters. In addition, commencing early preparation will help you gain an edge over others by helping you cover your syllabus on time and ensuring that you have proper time for revision.
Time Table: A pre-defined timetable will help you establish your goals more easily and comfortably while preparing for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. You must keep track of your preparation in the best possible manner. Therefore, you must create a timetable defining your current and future goals, so that you can easily move towards your goal of acquiring a top rank in such competitive exams.
Know the syllabus well: Several changes have been reflected in the syllabus associated with the GATE 2024 notification. Therefore, you also need to ensure that you have properly read and understood the exam syllabus to ensure that you do not miss any important topics.
Choice of books (resources): Experts specify that before starting the GATE 2024 preparation, the aspirants start accumulating resources (books), thinking that more books or study material will be beneficial for fruitful preparation. However, we need to break this myth. You must prioritize quality over quantity. If you are overwhelmed with the different GATE-related sources available, you can opt for the MADE EASY books. The authors and experts have designed each book in such a way that the study material synchronizes with the latest syllabus and exam pattern.
Previous Year Questions (PYQs): The birth of PYQs is a blessing for GATE 2024. It is because these papers help you understand the nature of the respective exam pattern. You can easily understand how question paper creators convert the simplest of questions into complex ones with detailed analysis. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you make it a priority to solve the previous years’ question papers in a proper routine to get a grip on the respective exam pattern.
Work on developing concepts: If you build and possess a strong conceptual base, you can easily understand and tackle any kind of question. Be it Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Numerical Answer Type (NAT), or the newly added Multiple Select Questions (MCQs). It will help you improve your GATE scores in each segment. Therefore, instead of just memorizing the topics you read, work on understanding and developing the concepts to sail through the competition.
Test Series: One of the vital resources that contribute to your GATE 2024 preparation is the test series. Attempting the routine test series for the GATE entrance exam helps you determine your strengths and areas of opportunity. In this way, you can understand the areas you need to work on. It is highly recommended to take the test series in an exam-based environment to overcome the GATE 2024 exam fear and become confident with the level of preparation.
Learn from your mistakes: Mistakes are the biggest teachers. You need to ensure that each time you commit an error, you make a note of it and understand what went wrong. In this way, you can prevent possible errors in the GATE entrance exam. It is one of the most ignored yet beneficial GATE preparation tips, which you must focus on during your GATE 2024 preparation.
Recreational Activities: All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy; the same statement goes true for competitive exam preparation as well. If you are indulged in studies and not giving time to your mind and body to relax, the outcome will slowly start dropping. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you take out enough time each day to allow your body and mind to rejuvenate properly. The activities may include Yoga, listening to your favorite music, going for a walk, meditation, or anything else of your interest. You can pick up some activities that connect your studies with your exam prep. In this way, you can stay on track during your GATE exam preparation.
Revision: Revision plays a major role in the preparation of any examination, including GATE 2024 preparation, as it helps you identify your strong areas and areas of improvement so that you can work around them. Along with revision, what matters most is a systematic revision, and what’s your revision strategy during the last phase of the examination? Many aspirants will just try to mug up everything they have left. In the later stages, they will just end up overburdening themselves, which affects their results. So, it always becomes important that you get guidance from the industry leaders and experts who have gone through this phase, as “Experience is the best teacher“.

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