Introduction
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is basically an examination on the comprehensive understanding of the candidates in various undergraduate subjects in Engineering/Technology/ Architecture and post-graduate level subjects in Science. GATE 2020 will be conducted for 25 subjects (also referred to as “papers”) and it would be distributed over 1st, 2nd, 8th & 9th of February 2020. The article provides GATE Notification | Eligibility | Apply Online complete details to the candidates.
Do you know:
GATE 2020 score is valid for THREE YEARS from the date of announcement of the results.
Imp Dates
| GATE Notification | Eligibility | Apply Online - Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Events | Dates |
| GATE Online Application Starting Date | 3rd September 2019 |
| GATE Online Application Closing Date | 24th September 2019 |
| Extended Closing Date for Submission of (Online) Application | 1st October 2019 |
| Last Date for Requesting Change of Examination City (an additional fee will be applicable) | 25th November 2019 |
| Admit Card will be available in the Online Application Portal | 3rd January 2020 |
| GATE 2020 Examination Forenoon: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Tentative) Afternoon: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (Tentative) | 1st February 2020 2nd February 2020 8th February 2020 9th February 2020 |
| Announcement of the Results in the Online Application Portal | 16th March 2020 |
Eligibility
Candidates Applying GATE 2020 must check the Eligibility Criterion, before applying GATE 2020.
| Qualifying Degree | Qualifying Degree/ Examination | Description of Eligible Candidates | Year of Qualification not later than |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E./ B.Tech./ B.Pharm | Bachelor’s degree holders in Engineering/Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. /Diploma in Engineering/ Technology) | Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| B. Arch | Bachelor’s degree holders of Architecture (5 years course) /Naval Architecture (4 years course)/ Planning (4 years course) | Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| B.Sc. (Research)/ B.S. | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/4 years after 10+2) | Currently in the 4th year or already completed | 2020 |
| Pharm. D. (after 10+2) | Degree holders of 6 years program, consisting of internship or residency training during sixth year | Currently in the 4th/5th/6th year or already completed | 2022 |
| M.B.B.S | Degree holders of M.B.B.S. and those who are in the 7th/8th/9th semester of such programme | 7th, 8th, 9th or already completed | 2020 |
| M. Sc./ M.A./MCA or equivalent | Master’s degree in any branch of Science/Mathematics /Statistics/Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| Int. M.E./ M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.) | Post-BSc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/ Technology (4 years program) | Currently in the 2nd/3rd/4th year or already completed | 2022 |
| 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) | Currently in the 4th/5th year or already completed | 2021 |
| Int. M.Sc./ Int. B.S.-M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5 years integrated B.S.-M.S. program | Currently in the final year or already completed | 2020 |
| Professional Society 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, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses | NA |
Some of these Professional Socities/Institutions, which conduct examination in various fields of engineering, are as follows.
- • 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 Polymer and Environmental Group(IIChemE)
• The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM)
• The Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
Note: If a candidate is pursuing any higher degree or has already obtained a degree higher than that mentioned in the Table the candidate should select the minimum required qualifying degree while filling the application form.
Documents Required in Support of Eligibility (Eligibility Documents)
• In case, the candidate has already passed (in 2019 or earlier) one of the qualifying examinations listed in above Table, he/she has to submit (i.e. upload) the degree certificate/provisional certificate/course completion certificate/professional certificate/membership certificate issued by the institute or society.
• In case, the candidate is expected to complete one of the qualifying criteria specified in Table he/she has to upload a Certificate from the Head of the Department/Institute (in the format given in Appendix A) or a copy of mark sheet for Section A of AMIE. This certificate must mandatorily have the signature and seal of the Head of Institute/Department
with current date.
Note: Eligibility Document, as applicable, has to be uploaded only while filling the online application and NOT to be sent by post. Qualifying Disciplines Appendix B gives a list of the qualifying disciplines. This list is only indicative and it is not necessary that the name of the candidate’s degree has to be as per the table.
Exam Fee
| For Examination Centres in India | On or Before 24th Sept. 2019 | During the Extended Period |
|---|---|---|
| Female candidates | 750 | 1250 |
| SC/ST/PwD* category candidates | 750 | 1250 |
| All other candidates | 1500 | 2000 |
| For Examination Centres outside India | On or Before 24th Sept. 2019 | During the Extended Period |
| Addis Ababa, Colombo, Dhaka and Kathmandu | US$ 50 | US$ 70 |
| Dubai and Singapore | US$ 100 | US$ 120 |
Note: The application fee mentioned above DOES NOT INCLUDE service charges, processing fees and any other charges that the banks may levy.
Apply Online
GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) GOAPS: http://appsgate.iitd.ac.in is the webpage/web address of the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS). It can also be accessed from the GATE 2020 website (http://gate.iitd.ac.in).
GOAPS Registration: A candidate must first register by providing Full Name (as per the qualifying degree certificate), a valid e-mail address, mobile number and by choosing a password. All communications from the GATE Offices will be sent to this e-mail address (ONLY ONE PERSON CAN REGISTER WITH ONE e-mail ADDRESS). Give the personal mobile number and e-mail address, because most of the communication will be through e-mail and/or SMS.
GOAPS Enrollment ID: Each GOAPS registered candidate will be provided with an Enrollment ID. Upon registration, an e-mail containing the GOAPS Enrollment ID will be sent to the candidate. This Enrollment ID will be the reference ID for all future communication.
GOAPS Password: The candidate has to choose a password during Enrollment at GOAPS. This password must be remembered along with the GOAPS Enrollment ID to login to GOAPS. It is strongly recommended to choose a password that cannot be guessed easily (it should not be the candidate’s name, date of birth, or some easily guessable string of numbers or letters like 12345 or abcd). Keep your password information safe, secure and confidential.
Quick Guide:
Step I: Register on the GOAPS Website
Step II: Filling in GATE 2020 Application
Step III: Upload Photograph and Signature Requirements
Step IV : GATE 2020 Application Form Fee Payment
Step V : Print the Application Form