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GATE ECE Question Paper: Preparation has already begun for GATE 2026. Candidates can download the official GATE 2025 ECE question paper for helping in their preparation of GATE 2026. The GATE question papers are valuable resources for understanding the exam pattern, syllabus and types of questions asked. A link to download the official GATE 2025 ECE question paper is also provided. Candidates must also download the previous year's GATE ECE question paper to solve as many practice questions as possible. Read the complete article to know more about the GATE Electronics & Communication Engineering Question Papers for preparation of GATE 2026.
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To know the pattern of the GATE Electronics & Communication Engineering question papers with answer keys, candidates need to visit the official website. The GATE question papers will include a total of 65 questions. The total time given will be 3 hours to solve all the questions. Candidates can download the GATE question papers and answer keys without any login credentials.
Here is the question paper of GATE ECE 2025:
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Solving the previous year's GATE question paper for ECE is an effective way to understand the exam pattern and difficulty level. Here in this article, we have added the GATE ECE previous year's question papers book which also includes the GATE ECE answer key.
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GATE 2016 - 2018 ECE Question Paper |
Paper Code | General Aptitude (GA) Marks | Subject Marks | Total Marks | Total Time (Minutes) |
ECE | 15 | 85 | 100 | 180 |
The combination of two papers allowed to appear in GATE will be as follows:
GATE ECE Paper Combination
Code of the First (Primary) Paper | Codes of Papers Allowed as The Second Paper |
ECE | CS, EE, IN, PH |
Some of the effective GATE preparation tips for ECE are as follows:
Before commencing the preparation of the exam, candidates are advised to check the detailed syllabus and exam pattern.
After completing the syllabus, candidates should try to solve the GATE ECE question paper with a solution pdf to understand their weak and strong areas.
Along with the question paper of GATE ECE, aspirants should also solve mock tests.
After solving previous year's GATE ECE papers, check answers and analyze them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The official GATE 2026 ECE Paper will be released a few days after the exam.
To download the GATE ECE question paper, candidates will not require any login credentials.
You can visit the official website of GATE to check the exam pattern.
On Question asked by student community
Hello
As an EEE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) graduate, your core GATE paper is EE (Electrical Engineering).
You can also choose papers like IN (Instrumentation) or EC (Electronics and Communication) if you're comfortable. GATE now allows two-paper combinations EE plus IN is a valid pair.
Choose based on your strengths and future goals (e.g., PSU jobs, M.Tech). Always check the latest GATE brochure for updated paper codes and combinations.
How to clear GATE Exam :
First, know the syllabus and exam pattern.
Make a small study plan and follow it every week.
Read from good books or trusted online notes.
Practice old GATE question papers.
Give mock tests to check speed and accuracy.
Revise your notes and formulas again and again.
How to get Job in PSU:
Score high in GATE, because PSUs take only top ranks.
Keep checking PSU job notices regularly.
Apply on time with your GATE score.
Be ready for interviews or group discussions.
Work on subject knowledge and also your communication skills.
Yes, it will be acceptable. In GATE registration, the name should match your valid photo ID proof in terms of spelling, not the order. Many Indian IDs have surname written first, while the portal generates it as first–middle–last. Since all three parts of your name (Vikash, Rameshbhai, Bhagel) are correct, there won’t be any issue. Just ensure you upload the correct ID proof. During verification, they check spelling, photo, and signature, not the word order.
Hello,
Yes, you can change your category from General to OBC during the GATE 2026 correction window.
GATE always allows candidates to correct details like category. You will need to pay a small correction fee for this change. Make sure you upload a valid OBC certificate as per the format and date mentioned by GATE.
So, wait for the correction window, log in to your application, and update your category to OBC.
Hope it helps !
Hello! If you are preparing for GATE, there are plenty of free resources available online that can boost your preparation. You can easily access e-books, handwritten notes, subject wise PYQs, and test series shared by toppers on different platforms. Along with that, free PDFs and study material are available through various websites and Telegram channels. To make it easier, I will be attaching the link where you can find preparation tips, a study timetable, free study materials, and previous year question papers all in one place.
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