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GATE 2026 Marks Distribution: The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has released the GATE marks distribution 2026 on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates can also check the GATE 2026 Marks Distribution on this page. The total marks for most GATE papers (across 15 sections) are 100, divided into 15 marks for General Aptitude (GA), 13 to 15 marks for Engineering Mathematics, and 72 marks for the core subject questions. The GATE 2026 exam consists of 100 marks, divided into 65 questions, with a General Aptitude section worth 15 marks. The remaining 85 marks are for subject-specific content. The authority will conduct the GATE entrance exam on February 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026.
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The total marks for GATE 2026 exam is 100. Among the total marks of 100 in the exam, the General Aptitude (GA) section receives 15 marks distributed equally between all test papers. The 85 marks out of the 100 form the basis of the subject-specific content. For most papers (AE, AG, BM, BT, CE, CH, CS, EC, EE, ES, GE, IN, ME, MN, MT, NM, PE, PI, TF), Engineering Mathematics contributes 13 marks.
In the XE paper, the compulsory section XE-A (Engineering Mathematics) carries 15 marks. For other papers (AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH, XL), the subject component also carries 85 marks. For a more detailed understanding on marks distribution in GATE, candidates can refer to the article given below.
Candidates can check the GATE 2026 Marks distribution from the table below.
| GATE Paper Code | GA marks | Subject Marks | Total Marks | Total Time (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AE, AG, BM, BT, CE, CH, CS, CY, EC, EE, ES, EY, IN, MA, ME, MN, MT, NM, PE, PH, PI, TF, ST | 15 | 85 | 100 | 180 |
AR [Part A + Part B (B1: Architecture or B2: Planning)] | 15 | 60 + 25 | 100 | 180 |
GE [Part A + Part B (Section I or Section II) | 15 | 55 + 30 | 100 | 180 |
GG [Part A + Part B (Section 1: Geology or Section 2: Geophysics)] | 15 | 25 + 60 | 100 | 180 |
XE (Section A + Any TWO Sections) | 15 | 15 + (2 x 35) | 100 | 180 |
XH (Section B1 + Any ONE Section) | 15 | 25 + 60 | 100 | 180 |
XL (Section P + Any TWO Sections) | 15 | 25 + (2 x 30) | 100 | 180 |
CY, DA, EY, MA, PH, ST | 15 | 85 | 100 | 180 |
Check the below table to understand the section-wise distribution of marks for the GATE pattern for CSE -
| Section | No. of Questions | CSE Marks Distribution | GATE Total Marks for CSE |
|---|---|---|---|
General Aptitude | 10 | (1 x 5 ) (2 x 5) | 15 |
Computer Science and Information Technology | 45 | (25 x 1) (30 x 2) | 72 |
Engineering Mathematics | 10 | 13 | |
GATE exam total marks for CSE | 65 | 100 |
Subject Code/Name | No. of Questions | 1 mark | 2 marks | Marks |
General Aptitude | 10 | 5 | 5 | 15 |
Subject Questions | 55 | 25 | 30 | 85 |
Total | 65 | 30 | 35 | 100 |
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Candidates can check the GATE Physics Marks Distribution 2026 in the table below.
Subject Code/Name | No. of Questions | GATE Physics Marks Distribution | Marks per cent weightage | Negative Marking | Total time |
General Aptitude | 10 | 5 x 1 5 x 2 | 15 | 1/3 for 1 mark Question in MCQ 2/3 for 2 marks question in MCQ No Negative marking in MSQ and NAT | |
Physics | 55 | (25 x 1) (30 x 2) | 85 | ||
Total | 65 | 100 | 180 Minutes |
Particulars | Details |
Mode of Examination | The test papers will be in English. Computer Based Test (CBT) [will be conducted at select centers in select cities]. |
Duration | 3 Hours* |
Number of Subjects (Papers) | 30 |
Sections | General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate's Selected Subjects |
Type of Questions | Candidate’s Selected Subject(s) (a) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) (b) Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and/or (c) Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions |
Questions for testing these abilities | (a) Recall (b) Comprehension (c) Application (d) Analysis & Synthesis |
Distribution of Marks in all Papers EXCEPT papers AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL | General Aptitude: 15 marks Engineering Mathematics**: 13 marks Subject Questions: 72 marks Total: 100 marks (**XE includes Engineering Mathematics section XE-A of 15 marks) |
Distribution of Marks in papers AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL | General Aptitude: 15 marks Subject Questions: 85 marks Total: 100 marks |
Marking Scheme | Questions carry 1 mark or 2 marks |
Negative Marking | For a wrong answer chosen in an MCQ, there will be negative marking. For a 1-mark MCQ, 1/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer. For a 2-mark MCQ, 2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer. There is no negative marking for wrong answer(s) to MSQ or NAT questions. There is no partial marking in MSQ. |
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The examination papers for GATE 2026 will be presented in the English language. Every test in GATE 2025 assigns a maximum of 100 marks where 15 marks come from General Aptitude which appears in all tests. The particular subject topics serve as the basis for assessing 85 of the total exam points across the different papers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026.
The total marks for GATE 2026 is 100.
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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.
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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.
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