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GATE 2027 Chemistry Exam Pattern: IIT Madras has released the GATE CY exam pattern 2027 on the portal, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. According to the GATE 2027 Chemistry paper pattern, there will be Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Inorganic Chemistry sections. The GATE exam pattern includes details such as the types of questions, total marks, exam mode, marking scheme, and the number of questions asked. Candidates must also be aware of the GATE 2027 CY syllabus along with the exam pattern. The GATE 2027 exam on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21. The GATE 2027 Chemistry exam pattern is provided here.
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In addition to understanding the exam pattern for GATE CY 2027, candidates must also be aware of the syllabus, as it plays a crucial role in their preparation strategy. The authority will conduct the GATE entrance exam as a computer-based test.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Examination Mode | Computer-Based Test (Online) |
Duration | 3 Hours |
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Type of Questions |
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Number of Questions | (Total 65 Questions) 10- General Aptitude 55- Chemistry |
Section-wise Weightage | General Aptitude: 15 marks Subject Questions: 85 marks Total: 100 marks |
Total Marks | 100 |
Marking Scheme | 1 or 2 marks questions No partial marking for MSQ |
Negative Marking | 1/3 for 1 Mark MCQ Question 2/3 for 2 mark MCQ Question No negative marking for MSQ & NAT |
The GATE Chemistry syllabus PDF 2027 is available online. Candidates must check the GATE Chemistry Syllabus to know what the important topics are. Check the important points that candidates need to know about the GATE exam syllabus for Chemistry 2027 below.
| Sections | Important Topics |
General Aptitude |
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Physical Chemistry |
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Inorganic Chemistry |
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Organic Chemistry |
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Also read: GATE Syllabus - Download Syllabus PDFs Here
Subject Code/Name | No. of Questions | Marks Distribution | Marks percent weightage | Negative Marking | Total time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
General Aptitude | 10 | 5 x 1 5 x 2 | 15 | 1/3 for 1 mark Que in MCQ 2/3 for 2 marks questions in MCQ No Negative marking in MSQ and NAT No Negative Marking | |
Chemistry(CY) | 55 | (25 x 1) (30 x 2) | 85 | ||
Total | 65 | 100 | 180 Minutes |
Type of Question | Marks | Incorrect Answer |
|---|---|---|
MCQ | 1 or 2 Marks | ⅓ for 1 mark questions ⅔ for 2-mark questions |
MSQ/NAT | 1 or 2 Marks | No Negative Marking |
Check the GATE Chemistry 2027 preparation books below
Book Name | Author |
|---|---|
Concept Check in Organic Chemistry Tauheed Nadeem | Avinash More |
Success Guide to Inorganic Chemistry | Tauheed Nadeem |
3,000 Solved Problems In Chemistry (Schaum’s Outline Series) | David E Goldberg |
Chapterwise GATE Chemistry Solved Papers (2014-2000) | Arihant Publications |
Also Read: Download Free All Subjects GATE Previous Year Papers
Candidates looking for GATE Chemistry solved papers PDF can download them from Careers360 for free. Practice previous years' mock test papers to understand the GATE 2027 exam pattern for chemistry so that you can score well on the final entrance test.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
There will be a total of 65 questions in Gate Chemistry including 55 questions from chemistry subject syllabus and 10 questions from General aptitude.
There are 2 major sections in the GATE syllabus for Chemistry, including General Aptitude, and Chemistry. The chemistry includes topics like Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Inorganic Chemistry.
There will be a total of 65 questions, which are divided into 2 sections. Section 1 includes 10 questions on general aptitude, Section 2 includes 55 questions on Chemistry.
There will be a negative marking of 1/3 for 1 mark MCQ questions and 2/3 for 2 mark MCQ questions. No negative marking in MSQ and NAT questions.
The candidates who have completed any degree program in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Science / Commerce / Arts or currently studying in the 3rd of any undergraduate degree program are eligible for GATE 2027 exam.
The time duration will be 3 hours (180 minutes) for GATE Chemistry 2027. For physically disabled candidates, one extra hour will be given.
The total weightage for the core GATE Chemistry syllabus is 85%, and for General Aptitude is 15%.
GATE paper one covers general aptitude, and core subject (Chemistry) and for paper 2 candidates can choose one section from, CH (Chemical Engineering) and XL (Life Sciences).
On Question asked by student community
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