How to prepare for GATE Exam 2023 while working?
How to prepare for GATE 2023 exam while working? - There are students who know while opting for the engineering course that they will be preparing for the Graduate Aptitude Test of Engineering (GATE) in the future. But sometimes, students happen to end completing their undergraduate degree while chasing some other targets and start working, that is when they realize that they should appear in the GATE exam for better opportunities or further studies.
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For such students, thinking about GATE preparation while working seems a big deal, and it is indeed. While those who are still studying are in touch with most of the subjects already that are asked in the GATE exam and do not need to put much effort for preparation unlike a working professional who long lost touch with studies. Not everyone has the guts to study for GATE while having a job. Thus, the article below is dedicated to GATE 2023 candidates who are looking for a solution on how to prepare for GATE while working.
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It should be kept in mind that preparation for GATE with a job is not at all a cake walk, but it is not impossible as well. When talking about how to prepare for GATE while working, it is all about time management and dedication for the result that a candidate aspires for. There are some dos and don’ts that one has to take note of and it will be the direction of preparation for GATE with a job.
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Dos on how to prepare for GATE while working
Understand the Exam - Candidates should check out the GATE 2023 syllabus for the particular subject and don’t forget to download the same. Candidates should also understand the GATE 2023 exam pattern so that they know how many questions they will have to face, what is the exact duration of the exam, whether there is negative marking, and all such factors.
GATE Books - Collect the best books for GATE 2023 preparation while checking out the student reviews. Candidates should opt for one single book or subject/ topic wise book depending upon the time left for the exam when they start with preparation.
Plan - After getting an idea of the structure of the GATE exam and also collecting the suitable study material, candidates should frame a study plan on what topics he/ she is good at and the rest that need more focus. Also the number of hours that can be dedicated in a week day and on the weekend.
Other Sources - While having a plan to prepare with the help of books, one should not look down upon other sources of knowledge. So if one finds some coaching institute whose timings suit the work schedule and can be afforded, it is a better idea to join. The reason being that preparing for GATE while working is a crucial task because many things happen in life that can not be ignored unless the person is indulged in a strict routine and there is some money invested for it. Candidates can also refer to the online lectures by experts that are present all over the internet and can help understand the concepts with less effort.
Practice - Candidates should not at all ignore the most important task while preparing for GATE, i.e. practising with the help of sample papers and GATE question papers. This step will help them understand the depth of their preparation and analyze the portions that need more focus and time.
Don’ts on how to prepare for GATE while working
There are some practices that should now be allowed in the routine of a candidate who is preparing for GATE along with a job as provided below:
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Don’t Waste Time - While getting indulged into a job already, if a candidate still thinks of preparing for GATE and is determined to crack the exam, the idea of wasting time should just vanish as soon as the thought of applying and appearing for GATE shows up.
Long Continuous Hours of Study - Continuous studies for more than 2 hours can mess up the whole idea of preparing well because prolonged concentration into books won’t help for any good but lead to distraction. Thus, candidates should make sure to take breaks after at least an hour and the most of 2 hours. The break may range from 15 to 30 minutes.
Stress - It is understandable that there is much more mental stress in today’s era and handling a job in itself is a brain buster sometimes. For those who take up another task for the brain need to relieve it as well so that it doesn’t end up malfunctioning and causing health troubles. For that, candidates should start meditating or take up such activities that relax their mind like listening to music, yoga, etc. This will help the brain relieve from the two way burden.
Not having Short Notes - Candidates should for sure make short notes while preparing for GATE and also carry them along wherever they go, especially at their workplace. Because there is no work all the time and there is scope for much leisure time, however, it totally depends upon the work nature. This will help them take quick revision anytime and anywhere.
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With the above-mentioned pointers, it might seem that preparation for GATE while working is an easy task but it should not be misunderstood at all. GATE is a tough exam and it needs complete dedication on part of the aspirant. Those who are working and can not afford to drop the job due to some reasons understand that they have to accomplish many tasks while compromising their leisure time, then why not do it for some good and add to your career.
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Questions related to GATE
After doing betch in food tech can do myech in CSE through GATE?
Dear Student ,
No , After doing B.Tech in Food Technology, you're not eligible to appear for GATE for pursuing M.Tech in CSE .
This is because , there are certain rules about two paper giving examination in GATE :
- As per your Subject (Food Technology - XL- U ) , you are eligible to give combined paper exam in GATE only for the following subjects :
- Biomedical engineering
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Ecology and Evolution
You can check the above information in brief details from here :
https://gate.iitkgp.ac.in/
Hope this helps !
if a person write a GATE test after 1year completion of B.TECH?
Hi Aspirant!
According to the eligibility criteria, there is no age limit to apply for GATE 2023. Candidates who have completed their bachelor's degree or are in final year of bachelor's degree or are in pre-final year of bachelor's degree can apply for GATE 2023.
Also, the candidates who are currenlty in 1st or final year of master's degree (MA, MSC etc) or are in the 3rd /4th/5th year or already completed any dual degree program in engineering or techmology are eligible to apply for GATE 2023.
** In a nutshell, You are eligible to apply for GATE 2023 after 1 year completion of B.tech.
Thankyou!
can we use ews in gate ? and is it required for filling the application form
Hello,
Yes, candidates belonging to General EWS category can claim the reservation benefits if seeking admission or applying for recruitment based on GATE score. Candidates belonging to EWS and OBC-NCL category do not have to upload the category certificate at the time of filling the application however, they must obtain the certificate in order to submit it if they get admission in an institute based on GATE score if they wish to claim EWS reservation. Also they need to provide EWS certificate if they are applying for any PSUs based on GATE score under EWS category.
In contrast candidates belonging to SC/ST category need to upload certificate certificate at the time of application as they get concession in application fee.
Gate 2023 preparation tips for chemical engineering
If you are preparing for GATE 2023, then the first thing you should know is about the syllabus of GATE. So you can download the syllabus of GATE 2022 and start preparing based on that, because usally the syllabus won't change a much.
Now after you know the syllabus, the thing is you should start clearing those topics out from the books you have in your UG course. Now along with it, it would be better a choice for you to practice problems from the books by Pearson for GATE 2023 which have previous year problems. So studying the topics and practicing problem is the thing you must focus on till the Month of November,2022 as by then you should have completed the GATE syllabus. Now the last two months i.e., from Dec'22 to Jan'23 end you should revise and practice mock tests.
Also while you are studying topics create notes which you will revise through. Make it as brief as possible and it must contain all the important formulaes in the topic.
For the important topics you can consider visiting the link below:
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/how-prepare-for-gate-chemical-engineering
I hope this helps. Wish you a great day!
i paid Payment of Rs. 500 to gate to download my score card 2021 gate But I didnt get my scorecard.
Hello,
GATE 2021 Score card was available to download for free until May 31, 2021. If a candidate wants to download it after May 31, 2021 to December 31, 2021 then he/she has to pay an additional amount of Rs. 500. From January 1, 2022 GATE 2021 score card will not be available to download. Since the last date to download GATE 2021 score card by paying additional charges is already over you cannot download it now. You cannot get your GATE 2021 score card as there is no provision to download it.