Gate Engineering

Gate Engineering
As we all know GATE or Graduate Aptitude test in Engineering is an All India entrance examination for admission to various post graduate engineering programmes (M.Tech, M.E and direct Ph. D). GATE exam is conducted by the Indian Institute of Science and seven IIT’s on behalf of the NCB- GATE, Department of Higher Education.
We have answers to the most common questions asked by students and 5 simple and most effective strategies for GATE.
How to apply for GATE?
GATE Application Forms are available online. Candidates need to register online, and all the required details are available in the official website http://www.gate.iitb.ac.in/.
Where do I find the GATE Syllabus?
A detailed GATE Syllabus is available for all the 21 branches of engineering. Candidates can refer the official website http://www.gate.iitb.ac.in/ for details.
Can I get the list of colleges under GATE?
Yes, students can refer the official website to find the list of all the colleges under GATE. IIT’s, NIT’s and many other prestigious technical institutes participate in GATE.
5 Most effective study tips for GATE
1) Study Material: Choosing the right study material or books is very essential before you start preparing for GATE. Always refer the bestsellers if you are not sure of the books.
2) Plan a good study strategy: Candidates should start studying at least one year prior to the examination and students pursuing their engineering should start studying when they are in final year. Every concept is important, so allotting time for all the topics is very important.
3) Solving old Question papers: This is the best way to understand the examination pattern and also know the level of difficulty with questions. There are many books which includes solved question papers which are very useful.
4) Simulate actual test environment: This simply means that while taking up mock tests candidates should keep time factor in mind. Gate Exam is time bound, so it’s very essential to keep time factor in mind.
5) Find easy problem solving tricks: There are books which help students learn short cut methods to solve problems. This saves time and is this is very important for GATE exams.
How do I prepare for GATE?
GATE preparation needs quality time and students have to start at least one year prior to the examination. Candidates have to brush up with the basic concepts and also find easy ways to solve problems. GATE exam comprises of 10 general aptitude questions which carry 15 marks. So, understanding the test pattern is very necessary. There are many books written on GATE. These books include GATE test pattern, GATE Syllabus and old question papers. Gate Preparation Books | Acadzone.Com India has the best collection of GATE books. Candidates can buy these books online and save time and money.. Find below some of the well known books on GATE preparation.
1) GATE 2012: Electronics & Communication Engineering (with CD): This book is published by G K Publishers. This book includes the latest test pattern, detailed syllabus, solved question papers and a CD with mock tests.
2) 8 Years Solved Papers GATE: Electrical Engineering: This book is published by the Gate Academy and this book contains 8 solved papers for Electrical Engineering.