GATE Marking Scheme 2025, Check Complete Details on Paper-wise Marking Scheme

GATE is schedule to take place on 1st, 2nd, 15th and 16th February 2025. The aspirants who are looking for GATE Marking Scheme 2025 can check it from this article. Knowing the marking scheme & exam pattern will help to strategize the preparation plan. Read the complete article to know more.

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The GATE 2025 exam is scheduled to take place on 1st, 2nd, 15th & 16th February. Candidates who are planning to appear for the upcoming GATE exams should familiarize themselves with the marking scheme and exam pattern to improve their chances of success. Understanding the marking system is crucial for effective preparation. This article provides a detailed overview of the GATE 2025 Marking Scheme and Exam Pattern, offering valuable insights for serious aspirants aiming to excel in the exam.

GATE Marking Scheme 2025

When preparing for a competitive exam like GATE, understanding the marking scheme is essential for effective strategy planning. The GATE marking scheme plays a crucial role in helping candidates devise a plan for attempting the exam efficiently. It outlines the marks assigned to each question and provides details about negative marking, which can significantly impact the overall score. By being aware of these key aspects, candidates can make informed decisions during the exam. To gain a deeper understanding of the GATE marking scheme, keep reading this article for all the essential information you need.

GATE 2025 Marking Scheme – Highlights

Candidates who are interested in GATE 2025 Exam can check the important highlights of GATE Marking Scheme from the table given below.

GATE 2025 Marking Scheme – Highlights
Exam Name	Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)
Conducting Institute	IIT Roorkee
Exam Dates	1st, 2nd, 15th & 16th February 2025
Exam Pattern	Available Here
Marking Scheme	Available Here
Official Website	gate2025.iitr.ac.in

GATE Exam Pattern 2025

The GATE exam is a 3-hour long, consisting of a total of 100 questions. The exam is designed to test the candidates knowledge and understanding of various subjects, and the questions are divided into different sections. For a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern, including the types of questions and their distribution, please refer to the table below.

GATE 2025 Exam Pattern
Particulars	Description
Exam Name	GATE 2025
Duration	3 hours
Exam mode	Single-paper Computer-Based Test(CBT)
Type of questions	Multiple choice questions (MCQ) Multiple select questions (MSQ) Numerical Answer type (NAT)
No. of questions	65
Total Marks	100
Number of Sections	Two/ Three (depending on the paper)
Section-wise Number of Questions	General Aptitude- 10 questions, Core Discipline- 55 questions
Section-wise Weightage	General Aptitude- 15 marks, Core Discipline- 85 marks
Marking Scheme	Each correct answer in the exam will be awarded either 1 or 2 marks.
GATE Negative Marking	For 1 mark MCQ, 1/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer; For 2-mark MCQ, 2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer; No negative marking for MSQs and NATs

GATE Paper-wise Marking Scheme 2025

The GATE exam is conducted for various engineering branches, and as a result, the marking scheme can vary depending on the specific branch. To help candidates with their preparation and exam strategy, we have provided a detailed branch-wise marking scheme. This comprehensive guide will assist candidates in understanding the unique aspects of the marking system for each paper, allowing them to plan their approach accordingly.

GATE Paper Wise Marking Scheme 2025
Paper Code	General Aptitude Marks	Compulsory Section	Subject Marks	Total Marks
AE, AG, BM, BT, CE, CH, CS, EC, EE, ES, IN, ME, MN, MT, NM, PE, PI, TF, CY, DA, EY, MA, PH, ST	15	—	85	100
AR [Part A is Common and Compulsory for all; Part B1 or Part B2 can be selected during Exam. B1: Architecture or B2: Planning]	15	60	25	100
GE [Part A is Common and Compulsory for all; Part B1 or B2 can be selected during the Exam. B1- Surveying and Mapping or B2-Image Processing and Analysis.]	15	55	30	100
GG [Part A is Common and Compulsory for all; Part B can either be Geology (B1) or Geophysics (B2) – which must be chosen at the time of Application.]	15	25	60	100
XE [Section A (Engineering Mathematics) is Common and Compulsory for all; Applicants must select any TWO additional Sections during the Exam]	15	15	70	100
XL [Section P (Chemistry) is Common and Compulsory for all; Applicants must select any TWO additional Sections during the Exam]	15	25	60	100
XH [Section B1 (Reasoning and Comprehension) is Common and Compulsory for all; Applicants must select any ONE additional Section at the time of Application]	15	25	60	100

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FAQs

What is the duration of the GATE exam?

The GATE exam is 3 hours long and consists of 100 questions divided into multiple sections, including multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and numerical answer type (NAT) questions.

Is there negative marking in GATE?

Yes, there is negative marking in GATE. For multiple-choice questions (MCQs), 1/3 of the marks allocated to the question are deducted for an incorrect answer in a 1-mark question, and 2/3 marks are deducted for a wrong answer in a 2-mark question.