How to Apply for GATE 2024: Registration Process, Eligibility, and Important Dates
Are you planning to appear for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2024? If yes, then you should know that the online registration process for the exam is likely to begin today, August 31, 2023. The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, which is the organizing institute for GATE 2024, has announced that the application portal for GATE 2024 is expected to open by August 30, 2023¹. However, as of now, the portal is not yet activated. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website at gate2024.iisc.ac.in for updates.
What is GATE?
GATE is a prestigious national-level exam that assesses candidates for comprehensive understanding in various undergraduate-level subjects in Engineering, Technology, Science, Architecture, and Humanities. GATE scores are used for admission to postgraduate programs and doctoral programs in engineering and science institutes across India. GATE scores are also considered by some public sector undertakings (PSUs) for recruitment purposes.
What's New in GATE 2024?
GATE 2024 has introduced some changes in the exam pattern and syllabus. Here are some of the highlights:
- A new test paper on Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) has been added to the list of 29 existing papers. Candidates can choose any two papers from the list of papers as per their preference and eligibility.
- The two-paper combinations have been revised and some new combinations have been added. Candidates can check the updated list of combinations on the official website.
- The international cities where GATE 2024 will be conducted have been withdrawn due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Candidates who had opted for international cities in their previous applications will have to choose a city in India as their exam center.
- Scribe services and compensatory time will be provided to eligible candidates who have a disability of 40% or more. Candidates will have to upload a valid disability certificate along with their application form.
How to Apply for GATE 2024?
Candidates who are interested in applying for GATE 2024 will have to follow these steps:
- Visit the official website at gate2024.iisc.ac.in and click on the link for online registration.
- Register yourself by providing your name, email ID, mobile number, and password. You will receive an enrollment ID and a verification email on your registered email ID.
- Log in using your enrollment ID and password and fill out the application form with your personal details, academic details, exam paper choice, exam center preference, etc.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee through online mode using net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. The application fee is Rs. 1500 for general candidates, Rs. 750 for female candidates and SC/ST/PwD candidates, and USD 50 for candidates from outside India.
- Review your application form and submit it. You will receive a confirmation email on your registered email ID.
- Download and print your application form for future reference.
What are the Important Dates for GATE 2024?
Candidates should keep track of these important dates related to GATE 2024:
- Opening date of online application portal: August 30, 2023
- Closing date of regular registration: September 29, 2023
- End of extended period with late fee: October 13, 2023
- Last date to change exam paper or exam center: November 11, 2023
- Release date of admit card: January 3, 2024
- Exam dates: February 3, 4, and 10, 11, 2024
- Release date of answer key: February 18, 2024
- Release date of result: March 17, 2024
Where to Get More Information?
Candidates can visit the official website of GATE 2024 at gate2024.iisc.ac.in for more information regarding the exam. They can also download the information brochure from the website which contains detailed information about the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, admit card, result, etc. Candidates can also contact the GATE office at IISc Bengaluru through phone or email if they have any queries or issues.
We hope this blog article has helped you understand how to apply for GATE 2024. We wish you all the best for your preparation and performance in the exam!
Source:
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(2) GATE 2024 | GRADUATE APTITUDE TEST IN ENGINEERING 2024. https://gate2024.iisc.ac.in/.
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(4) GATE 2024: IISc likely to start registration process tomorrow at gate2024.iisc.ac.in, Check latest updates. https://www.indiatvnews.com/education/higher-studies/gate-2024-iisc-likely-to-start-registration-process-tomorrow-at-gate2024-iisc-ac-in-check-gate-2024-eligibility-how-to-apply-application-2023-08-29-889627.
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