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GATE CSE 2025 - Syllabus, Question Paper, Mock Test

GATE CSE 2025 - Syllabus, Question Paper, Mock Test

Edited By Gandubilli Unnati | Updated on Sep 26, 2024 03:43 PM IST | #GATE

GATE CSE 2025- Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee will conduct the GATE 2025 Computer science & technology (CSE) exam for admission into M.Tech in IITs, NITs, & IIITs. M.Tech Computer science and technology is one of the most sought after specialisations in Engineering. Candidates wanting to pursue their M.Tech Computer science engineering from top engineering institutes in India should attempt the GATE 2025 exam. IIT Roorkee will conduct the GATE exam in online mode. The authority is conducting the registration for the GATE 2025 exam from August 24 to September 26, 2024. The GATE exam for M.Tech Computer science engineering will be conducted on February 1, 2, 15 & 16, 2024. The exact date for the GATE 2025 CSE exam will be announced on the official website.

GATE Computer Science Engineering 2025 Highlights

Particulars

Details

Qualifying exam

GATE 2025

Exam dates

February 1, 2, 15 & 16, 2025

Exam code

CS

Exam duration

3 hours

Total questions

65

Exam pattern

  1. MCQs

  2. Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and/or

  3. Numerical Answer Type Questions (NATs)

Marking scheme

  1. +1 for right answer & -⅓ for wrong answer

  2. +2 for right answer & -⅔ for wrong answer

Number of sections

Section 1 – General Aptitude,

Section 2 – Mathematics and Computer Science Engineering

Section-wise weightage (to decide later)

General Aptitude – 15%

Mathematics – 15%

Computer Science Engineering – 70%

GATE Computer Science Engineering Eligibility Criteria

Candidates interested in attempting the GATE 2025 CS exam should be aware of the GATE 2025 eligibility criteria. The criteria for GATE 2025 CSE exam is as follows:

GATE CSE Eligibility Criteria

Degree/Program

Qualifying Degree/Examination

Description of Eligible Candidates

Expected Year of Completion

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

2025

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

2026

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*

GATE Computer Science Engineering 2025 application form

IIT Roorkee has released the GATE 2025 CSE registration date on gate2025.iitr.ac.in. The authority is conducting the GATE registration from August 24 to September 26, 2024. Eligible Candidates must make sure to complete the registration for GATE 2025 exam before the last date.

  • Registration: Candidates should register for the GATE 2025 by entering details such as their name, address, email id, and contact number. After the GATE 2025 registration is successful, enrolment id and password will be generated.

  • Application form filling: While filling the GATE 2025 application form, candidates have to provide the qualifying exam details, personal information, and education qualifications.

  • Document upload: The necessary documents such as a photograph & scanned copy of the signature are required to be uploaded.

  • Registration Fees: The GATE 2025 registration fee must be paid online via credit card/debit card/net banking. Candidates must complete the transaction for the GATE 2025 application form to be successfully submitted.

  • Candidates must save the filled out application form & payment receipt for future reference.

GATE Computer Science Engineering 2025 syllabus

Candidates attempting the GATE 2025 exam must thoroughly go through the GATE CSE 2025 syllabus. The complete GATE syllabus pdf is also available on the official website. The detailed GATE 2025 syllabus & the chapter-wise weightage is available below

GATE CSE 2025 syllabus

Unit

Chapter

Topics

Engineering Mathematics

Discrete Mathematics

Propositional and first order logic. Sets, relations, functions, partial orders and lattices. Monoids, Groups. Graphs: connectivity, matching, coloring. Combinatorics: counting, recurrence relations, generating functions

Linear Algebra

Matrices, determinants, system of linear equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, LU decomposition. Calculus: Limits, continuity and differentiability. Maxima and minima. Mean value theorem. Integration.

Probability and Statistics

Random variables. Uniform, normal, exponential, poisson and binomial distributions. Mean, median, mode and standard deviation. Conditional probability and Bayes theorem.


Computer Science and Information Technology

Digital Logic


Boolean algebra. Combinational and sequential circuits. Minimization. Number representations and computer arithmetic (fixed and floating point).

Section 2: Digital Logic


Boolean algebra. Combinational and sequential circuits. Minimization. Number representations and computer arithmetic (fixed and floating point).

Section 3: Computer Organization and Architecture


Machine instructions and addressing modes. ALU, data‐path and control unit. Instruction pipelining, pipeline hazards. Memory hierarchy: cache, main memory and secondary storage; I/O interface (interrupt and DMA mode).

Section 4: Programming and Data Structures


Programming in C. Recursion. Arrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, binary search trees, binary heaps, graphs

Section 5: Algorithms


Searching, sorting, hashing. Asymptotic worst case time and space complexity. Algorithm design techniques: greedy, dynamic programming and divide‐and‐conquer. Graph traversals, minimum spanning trees, shortest paths

Theory of Computation


Regular expressions and finite automata. Context-free grammars and push-down automata. Regular and contex-free languages, pumping lemma. Turing machines and undecidability.

GATE CSE subject wise weightage

GATE Topic

Expected Weightage in Marks

Engineering Maths

14.75

Database

7.5

Theory of Computation

7.5

Compiler Design

2.75

Computer Organization & Architecture

9

Programming & Data Structures

10.5

Algorithms

8

Digital Logic

5.25

Operating System

9

General Aptitude

15

Computer Networks

7.5

Soft. Engg/ Web Technology

1.5

GATE Computer Science Engineering Exam Pattern

It is very important for candidates to be aware of the GATE CSE 2025 exam pattern before attempting the exam.

GATE CSE Exam Pattern 2025

Particulars

Details

Type of Questions

(a) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

(b) Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and/or

(c) Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions

Number of Questions

10 (GA) + 55 (subject) = 65 Questions

Distribution of Marks

General Aptitude: 15 Marks +

Engineering Mathematics**: 13 Marks +

Subject Questions: 72 Marks =

Total: 100 Marks

Marking Scheme

Questions carry 1 mark and 2 marks

Negative Marking

For a wrong answer chosen in an MCQ, there will be a negative marking.

  • 1-mark MCQ, - 1/3 mark deducted for a wrong answer.

  • 2-mark MCQ, -2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.

No negative markings for MSQ or NAT questions.

GATE 2025: Number of questions

Paper Code

General Aptitude (GA) Marks

Subject Marks

Total Marks

Total Time (Minutes)

CS

15

85

100

180

GATE CSE 2025 important books:

Candidates should take note of the important books while preparing for the GATE 2025 CSE Exam. The following is a list of the GATE CSE 2025 important books that aspirants can peruse while preparing for the GATE 2025 CSE exam.

  • Digital Logic and Number Representation by Morris Mano

  • Theory of Computer Science: Automata, Languages, and Computation by Mishra K.L.P.

  • GATE Practice Sets by Pearson

  • Software Engineering: A Practitioner’s Approach by Pressman

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Some topic wise books are also mentioned below

Best GATE Preparation Books for CSE (Topic-wise)

Topic

GATE books for CSE

Algorithm

Introduction to Algorithms by Thomas H. Cormen

Database Management Systems

Database System Concepts by Henry Korth

Discrete Mathematics

Discrete Mathematics and its Applications by Kenneth H Rosen

GATE CSE mock test 2025:

The authority will conduct the GATE 2025 mock test on the official website. Candidates attempting the GATE 2025 CSE exam must attempt the mock test. The GATE 2025 mock test is an exact replica of the main GATE 2025 exam. Hence, it will help candidates understand how to attempt the main GATE 2025 exam.

Along with the GATE 2025 mock test, candidates must also practise the GATE 2025 CSE previous years papers. This will help the candidates understand the type of questions asked in the GATE 2025 exam.

GATE CSE 2025 question paper

The authority will release the official GATE 2025 question paper for CSE on the official website after the completion of the exam. Candidates must also check the previous years GATE question papers

GATE CSE answer key 2025

The GATE 2024 CSE answer key will be released on the official website. The GATE 2025 answer key encopasses the right answers to the questions asked in the GATE CSE exam 2025. Along with the answer key, the authority will also release the GATE 2025 response sheet. The response sheet of GATE 2025 consists of the answers chosen by the candidates. Hence, using the GATE 2025 CSE answer key & the response sheet, the candidate can estimate their score in the GATE 2025 exam.

GATE CSE result 2025

The GATE 2025 result will be announced on March 19, 2025 by the authority after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates who have attempted the exam will also be able to check their GATE 2025 CSE rank in the GATE 2025 result. The result will be released in the form of GATE 2025 scorecard. Candidates should download the scorecard for use during the counselling process.

GATE CSE cutoff 2025

IIT Roorkee will announce the GATE 2025 CSE cutoff on the official website. The cutoff of GATE CSE 2025 consists of the opening & closing ranks that candidates need to obtain to gain admission into the participating institutes. The GATE cutoff 2025 for Computer science engineering will be given below. The previous year GATE CSE cutoff is available here.

Previous year GATE Cutoff for CSE

Category

GATE cutoff 2024 for CSE

General

27.6

OBC

24.8

SC/ST/PH

18.4

GATE 2025 CSE Marks vs Rank

Candidates can check their GATE 2025 marks vs rank for CSE using the table below. This helps candidates understand the marks required for the candidates to obtain the necessary rank.

GATE 2025 Marks vs Rank

Rank

Marks

CSE

1-10

85+

10-50

75-80

50-100

72-75

100-200

68-72

200-500

62-68

500-1000

56-62

1000-2000

50-56

2000-5000

40-50

5000-10000

32-40

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the GATE 2025 CSE exam date?

IIT Roorkee will conduct the GATE 2025 exam on February 1, 2, 15 & 16, 2025. The exact date of the GATE 2025 CSE exam will be announced later.

2. What is the GATE CSE cutoff for IIT?

The GATE CSE cutoff for IIT is approximately 410 to 800. 

3. How to prepare for gate cse 2025 exam?

Candidates attempting the GATE 2025 exam must be through with the GATE 2025 syllabus & practise the previous years papers to effectively complete their GATE 2025 CSE exam preparation.

4. What is the GATE CSE paper code?

The paper code for GATE 2025 Computer science engineering is CS.

5. When will the GATE CSE 2025 result be released?

The authority will announce the GATE 2025 result on March 19, 2025.

6. Is the GATE CSE 2025 Registration open?

IIT Roorkee is conducting the GATE 2025 registration from August 28 to September 26, 2025. Cadidates can also apply till October 7, by paying a late fee.

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Don't worry, a slight misalignment of the signature in the downloaded GATE 2025 application form printout is usually not a major issue. However, to avoid any potential problems, follow these steps:

Immediate Action:

1. Check the GATE 2025 guidelines: Ensure signature alignment isn't explicitly mentioned as a critical requirement.

2. Contact GATE 2025 support: Reach out to the official GATE 2025 helpline or email (gate2025@iitk.ac.in) and report the issue

Possible Solutions:

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2. Keep proof of payment: Ensure you have the payment receipt.

Hello Neha,

Yes, you can still apply for PSU jobs under the PwD quota later, even if you give the GATE exam under the general category for now. The GATE exam itself doesn’t restrict you from applying to jobs under a different category later, as it only reflects your score and rank, not your category.

When applying for PSU jobs, you'll have the option to apply under the PwD category, provided you have the valid UDID certificate by then. Just make sure to obtain your PwD UDID certificate before the PSU job application process begins. The key is having the certificate at the time of applying for jobs, not necessarily during the GATE exam. This way, you can still avail all the benefits of PwD reservation during the job application process.

So, it's okay to give GATE under general reservation now, as long as you plan to get your PwD certificate before applying for jobs.


After the declaration of your GATE result if you want to check the list of colleges in which you can get admission then,

I would recommend you to use GATE college predictor tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank.

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Hello aspirant,

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, or GATE, is a yearly entrance exam that is required for admission to some of the nation's most esteemed universities, such as IISc Banglore, IITs, NITs, IIITs, and many more. The official notification about the GATE 2025 exam has been released by the GATE administration, which for this year is IIT Roorkee.

To know the syllabus and get notes, you can visit the following link:

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/gate-syllabus-for-cse-computer-science-engineering

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Hello Pankaj,

Correct any wrong details you provide in the GATE 2025 registration. You should correct any wrong details especially your mobile number. In fact, this number is for receiving important communications from GATE including the OTPs in case you wish to login or updates. While you have used a verified Gmail account, you can still login; however solely depending on the Gmail account may not be enough.

Here's what to do:

  • Do Not Submit: I f you haven't submitted the application yet, do not submit until you update the mobile number.
  • Edit Registration: Most registration portals allow you to edit your details. Check the options to update your mobile number before finalizing the submission.
  • Contact Helpdesk: In case you have already uploaded the form, contact GATE helpdesk immediately. Mention your details and the scenario; they might be able to rectify the number for you.

Keep looking for any communication from GATE in your email inbox regarding your registration. The best way to prevent future hassles is to get this done now!

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Hi there! Thanks for reaching out to us at Careers360. Congrats on your decent score in the DS AI domain for GATE 2024 - that's awesome!

I totally get your dilemma about which paper to write for GATE this year. It's a tough choice, especially when you're eyeing a career in AI/ML.

Based on your goals, writing the DS and AI paper again could be a solid option. It directly aligns with your career plans and you've already got experience with it. Plus, you might improve your score since you know what to expect now.

That said, the CS and IT paper could give you a broader knowledge base, which some top AI/ML programs appreciate. You could always supplement with AI courses later.

Honestly, both paths can lead you to an AI/ML career. The best choice depends on which specific programs you're targeting and how confident you feel in each subject area.

For personalized advice, you might want to check out our GATE counselling services on the Careers360 website . We've got experts who can dive deep into your specific situation.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you need anything else. Good luck with your GATE prep!

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