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GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) essentially

examines the aptitude of engineering graduates/students in

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understanding simple problems and applying engineering

concepts to solve them. Thus, a GATE aspirant has to
develop abilities in solving aptitude-based problems.
The engineering aptitude for GATE requires the GATE
aspirants to pass through the following stages of preparation:
1. Motivation
2. Preparation strategy
3. Selection of books
4. Theoretical study
5. Key concepts
6. Practice on problems
7. Revision
Time, energy, hard work and books are the basic inputs to the
success in this exam. Each of the seven stages mentioned
above is critical in preparation.
Motivation: Success in GATE needs motivation, confidence,
determination, time, books, energy and hard work. Aspirants
must be full of natural motivation and curiosity for study, and
should seek for knowledge as much as possible by selfinterest. While preparing for GATE, the aspirant must keep in
mind what can be the long-term and short-term effects of
success in GATE in his/her career-making process.

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Preparation strategy: Time, energy and other inputs of
preparation must be utilized in the most efficient and effective
manner. For this, the candidate has to develop a preparation
strategy that includes steps such as selection of important
topics for study, selection of books/chapters for specific
topics, allotment of time for coverage of a particular list of
topics, etc.
Selection of books: A brief planning of the theoretical
background can be enhanced by following books that are
error free and cover the topics in detail. The general tendency
of following too many books should be avoided to circumvent
any type of confusion in concepts. For this, a suitable survey
should be carried out by the candidate to reach the correct
choice of books. Teachers, senior students and class-mates

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should be asked about the correct book for preparation.

Information available online can also be used. Although there
are various resources available online, a systematic and
limited browsing of the Internet is recommended to avoid
misuse and wastage of time. Preparation for GATE is
expected in parallel to graduate courses; the time available
for preparation must be effectively utilized. This is possible
only by selection of correct study material (textbooks or
reference/guide books), which is very critical in preparation
for GATE. The choice of books in graduate studies is equally
important. In fact, the referred book only determines the
standard and level of study and preparation. Reputed
publishers, such as Wiley India, offer comprehensive books
specifically written by established authors for preparation for
GATE. Hence, there is no need to take stress for selection of
books.
Theoretical study: Aspirants must study the topics asked in
GATE papers in depth. For this, a survey of all the questions
asked in GATE is a most useful step. Reference books for
GATE provide chapter-wise solutions of GATE questions. A
good reference book can save a lot of time and energy.
Earlier, students were required to make exhaustive notes of
each topic. It was very difficult to organize these notes for
revision in future. Students always face initial hesitation in
starting the preparation. If not realized, days can pass without
any fruitful effort undertaken. It is a general tendency in
students that only a few subjects interest them. These subjects
are generally taken in groups. Subjects of primary interest

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should be made the key to success in GATE by completing

their preparation on priority. Thereafter, subjects of secondary
interest must be given priority in preparation, and so on.
However, the ideal recommendation is that each subject must
be studied with full interest and devotion for success in GATE.
It is always better if weak subjects are also studied religiously
so that they also become subjects of primary interest and one
of strength for success in GATE. One must always remember
that the objective of preparation is success in GATE, and not
to show someone that you are a master in one subject but a
failure in another.
Understanding of Key concepts: Students must always make
a summary of important concepts that must always be
remembered and that can also be used for quick revision of
the complete theoretical study. This helps in saving time and
building confidence. All important observations must be
clearly noted in brief so that the same can be used instead of
referring to the complete theoretical study from the beginning.
Practice on problems: The best policy to generate and
maintain self-confidence is to get tested. The candidate must
always be aware about the status and level of preparedness
of writing the exam. Strong theoretical background and
practice are of utmost importance for the fastest solution of
the questions. Negative marking of wrong answers may lead
to failure if wild guesses are made for filling in the answer
sheets without confidence. The questions asked in this exam
are mainly meant to examine the fundamental aptitude of

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engineering graduate/students of the respective discipline.

Difficult or lengthy questions are asked very rarely, and those
questions will also be based on simple and basic concepts. A
physical interpretation of engineering quantities is very
important to understand the problems.
Revision: As the GATE is held in February, at least 4 months
should be given for complete revision of the GATE syllabus,
with the material prepared or referred from a guide book.
Thus, the revision of the preparation must start from October.
The remaining month of January should be used for mastering
the key concepts, derivations, formulae and selected (difficult)
questions. Like any other competitive exam, accuracy of
answers and time management are very important aspects for
success in GATE. About 65 questions are required to be
solved within 3 hours; that is, on average, 2.76 minutes are
available for each question. The questions of engineering
mathematics and general aptitude are generally very easy.
Hence, less time should be given to solving questions from
these topics. Speed is a very important parameter of time
management during the writing of the exam.
Author: AJAY KUMAR TAMRAKAR
B.E.(GEC Rewa), M.Tech.(IISc B'lore),
IRSME
Ajay Kumar Tamrakar is currently
serving Indian Railways as Senior
Divisional Mechanical Engineer under
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Services

of Mechanical

Engineers (IRSME).
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Mechanical Engineering

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rocky

a year ago

sir
Without taking coaching and 6 month in hand..how to crack gate-2015..
Will I follow the book published by wiley for gate or any other study material(made easy or ace or gatef
Please suggest me some valuable ideas...
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dharam vijay

a year ago

its nyc nd motivating............

i m prepairing for gate nd hvng the branch mechanical too.....
so can u kindly suggest me which are the subjects to be read to get gud marks
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Ajay Kumar Tamrakar > dharam vijay

a year ago

Dear, pls read the following blog: http://gate.wileymaestro.com/B...

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abhishek

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a year ago

Sir , i want to know how much marks is required in gate in mechanical engineering to select in PSUs
become any factor to reject the candidate in interview???my age is 24

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Ajay Kumar Tamrakar > abhishek

a year ago

You may check the eligibility (age criteria, GATE scores) in the notifications of PSU's. As you a
shouldn't worry about age!!
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Arpit Garg

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a year ago

hello sir,i am also from mechanical branch 3rd year and want to prepare for engg. services exam 2016
for that and if possible pls write a blog on how to prepare for engg. services
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Ajay Kumar Tamrakar > Arpit Garg

a year ago

OK. I'll write guidelines for preparation of CESE.

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Ajay Kumar Tamrakar > Ajay Kumar Tamrakar

Blog for preparation of CESE will also be available soon.

Surya Prasanth

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14 days ago

hello sir ,i have started preparing for Gate '16 and i have only 3 months time and i want to prefer Wiley
think it is preferable at this short time to build my core concepts knowledge ?

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Nilutpal Deori

5 months ago

Hello Sir,I am a third year B.E mechanical engineering student and would be appearing GATE 2016. I b
Acing mechanical engineering book and i am finding it very good with concepts and everything. Is the g
aptitude and engineering mathematics book of Wiley also good or worth buying??

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Hi, Wiley Acing the GATE for Engineering Mathematics and General Aptitude will be released in
month. Here's the link to the book http://gate.wileymaestro.com/5...
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a year ago

Sir
From whr I got e-material for gate preparation
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From whr I got e-material for gate preparation

Plz send me a link
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