The eligibility criteria for GATE 2024 have been published online on the official website of IISc Bangalore, gate2024.iisc.ac.in. These criteria include information on age limit, nationality, relaxation, and qualification for the exam. Meeting the eligibility criteria is crucial for candidates who wish to appear for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering and be considered qualified. To find out who is eligible to take the GATE exam, candidates should refer to the complete article. The GATE 2024 exam will be conducted in online mode by the authority.
The eligibility criteria for GATE 2024 states that there is no age limit for candidates who wish to apply for IIT MTech admission. However, candidates must meet the GATE exam eligibility requirements in order to be eligible to take the national-level engineering postgraduate entrance test. It is recommended that candidates review the GATE 2024 eligibility criteria before completing the GATE forms. The admission criteria for M.Tech courses at various IITs will be determined separately. For additional information on GATE 2024 eligibility criteria, candidates should refer to the article below.
The eligibility criteria for the GATE exam 2024 has been released by IISc Bangalore. It is advised that candidates check their eligibility before applying for the exam. It should be noted that the eligibility criteria may differ based on the paper chosen by the candidate. For the convenience of the candidates, detailed eligibility criteria for GATE 2024 has been provided.
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Criteria |
Eligibility |
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Nationality |
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Qualification for GATE exam |
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GATE Age Limit |
There is no age limit for GATE 2024 |
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GATE attempt limit |
There is no restriction in the GATE attempt limit |
The eligibility criteria for GATE 2024 vary according to the paper you choose to appear in.
Prior to completing the application forms, candidates must familiarize themselves with the eligibility criteria for the GATE 2024 exam. The table provided below outlines the eligibility criteria for each paper.
The criteria for eligibility for GATE 2024 will be paper-specific.
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Degree/Program |
Qualifying Degree/Examination |
Description of Eligible Candidates |
Expected Year of Completion |
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B.E. / B.Tech. / B. Pharm. |
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
2024 |
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B. Arch. |
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (5- year course) / Naval Architecture (4- year course) / Planning (4- year course) |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
2025 (for 5-year program), 2024 (for 4-year program) |
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B.Sc. (Research) / B.S. |
Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/4 years after 10+2) |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
2024 |
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Pharm. D. (after 10+2) |
6 years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, during third year onwards |
Currently in the 3rd/4th/5th/6th year or already completed |
2026 |
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M.B.B.S./B.D.S. |
Degree holders of M.B.B.S./B.D.S. and those who are in the 5th/6th/7th semester or higher semester of such programme |
5th, 6th, 7th, or higher semester or already completed |
2024 |
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M. Sc. / M.A. / MCA or equivalent |
Master’s degree in any branch of Arts/Science/Mathematics/Statistics/ Computer Applications or equivalent |
Currently in the first year or higher or already Completed |
2024 |
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Int. M.E./ M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.) |
Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/ Technology (4-year program) |
Currently in any year |
any year |
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Int. M.E./ M.Tech./M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) |
Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering/Technology (5-year program) |
Currently in the 3rd /4th/5th year or already completed |
2025 |
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B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. |
Bachelor degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3-year program) |
Currently in the 3rd year or already completed |
2024 |
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Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S. |
Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
2025 |
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Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.) |
B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by the Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India, and so on) |
Completed Section A or the equivalent of such professional courses |
Enrolled Upto 31st May 2013* |
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B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) |
4-years B.Sc program |
Currently in the 3rd/4th year or already completed |
2024 |
The following are a few examples of Professional Societies/Institutions that administer exams in different areas of engineering:
The eligibility criteria for GATE 2024 (Stream-wise) have been updated with new requirements.
The eligibility criteria for the GATE exam varies depending on the stream, such as B.Sc, B.Tech, M.Tech, MSc, and more. Unlike B.Tech, there is no specific percentage requirement for eligibility in the GATE exam. Additionally, the eligibility criteria for streams like CSE, Electrical, Mechanical, and others are the same. The eligibility criteria for GATE Biotechnology is almost identical for both B.Sc and B.Tech students.The eligibility criteria for GATE CSE are as follows
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Degree/Program |
Qualifying Degree/Examination |
Description of Eligible Candidates |
Expected Year of Completion |
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B.E. / B.Tech. / B. Pharm. |
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) |
Appearing or completed graduation |
2024 |
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Int. M.E./ M.Tech./M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) |
Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering/Technology (5-year program) |
Appearing or completed PG |
2025 |
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Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.) |
B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by the Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India, and so on) |
Completed Section A or the equivalent of such professional courses |
Enrolled Upto 31st May 2013* |
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Degree/Program |
Qualifying Degree/Examination |
Description of Eligible Candidates |
Expected Year of Completion |
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B.Sc. (Research) / B.S. |
Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/4 years after 10+2) |
Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
2024 |
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B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. |
Bachelor degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3-year program) |
Currently in the 3rd year or already completed |
2024 |
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B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) |
4-years B.Sc program |
Currently in the 3rd/4th year or already completed |
2024 |
The eligibility criteria for the GATE Economics exam require candidates to hold a Bachelor's degree in any field of Science, Arts, or Commerce, with a duration of three years. Candidates who are currently appearing for their Bachelor's degree are also eligible to apply for the GATE exam in 2024.
Several professional societies, including the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institution of Engineers (India) (IE), the Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI), the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChemE), the Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), and the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), conduct examinations that are considered equivalent to a B.E./B.Tech degree.
What happens if a candidate is currently enrolled in a qualifying degree program in a different country?
If candidates have obtained or are currently pursuing their qualifying degree from countries other than India, the GATE eligibility criteria specific to those cases will be applied.
Note: The GATE 2024 eligibility certificate, if applicable, should only be uploaded during the online application process and should not be sent by post.
Admission to M.Tech courses at various IITs, NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs will be offered to GATE-qualified candidates. There will be no separate counseling process for GATE, instead, candidates must apply separately for different counseling processes. For admission to M.Tech courses at IITs, candidates need to complete GATE 2024 registration through COAP. Candidates interested in NITs, IIITs, and some CFTIs should apply through Centralized Counselling for M.Tech 2024 (CCMT).
Candidates from countries such as Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are eligible to take the GATE exam. They should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and technology, either in their final year or in the third year. Additionally, candidates should have completed or be in their final year of a PG degree in a relevant science subject
Candidates applying for GATE 2024 must ensure their eligibility by submitting the required documents. These include the degree certificate or provisional degree issued by recognized authorities. If the candidate is in the final year, they should upload their Provisional Certificate issued by the Head of the Institute/Dean/Registrar/Head of Department. Additionally, candidates in the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) section need to upload a PwD certificate provided by a recognized authority.
What is the maximum number of GATE papers that a candidate can apply for?
Only one GATE paper can be applied for by candidates, which should be relevant to the discipline of their undergraduate engineering course.
What is the age requirement for GATE 2024 applications?
There are no age restrictions for candidates appearing in the GATE exam 2024.
Are there any requirements for the candidate's nationality?
GATE 2024 welcomes applications from candidates not only from India but also from other countries.
I completed my engineering program in 2024, but I have yet to receive my degree. Can I still be considered eligible?
If you have completed your B.Tech in 2024, then you are qualified to take the GATE 2024 exam. In case you have not yet received your degree, you can still submit your final year marksheet for any one semester.
What are the requirements to appear for the GATE exam?
GATE 2024 is open to candidates who are in their 3rd year or beyond of an undergraduate program or have successfully completed a government-approved degree in Engineering/Technology/Science/Architecture/Humanities.
What is the minimum percentage required to be eligible for GATE?
The eligibility for GATE does not depend on any percentage criteria.
Are 12th marks necessary for GATE?
No, GATE does not consider the marks obtained in the 12th grade.
Is it possible for a B.Sc student to pursue an MTech degree through GATE?
Yes, candidates who have completed the Bachelor's degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3 year program) are eligible to apply for GATE. Moreover, it is important to qualify the GATE exam to pursue M.Tech.
Can students pursuing a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree apply for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)?
Yes, B.Tech students are eligible for GATE.
What is the proportion of students who are eligible for GATE?
In the year 2023, approximately 517,000 students participated in the examination, with 100,000 candidates successfully passing the exam. The pass rate stood at 18%.
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