What if you can't qualify for IIT through GATE 2024? What if you can't score enough marks to qualify for PSU recruitment? Read the article below to know what options you have other than IITs and PSUs.
The biggest question that one must ask himself before the preparation of any exam is why one should appear for the exam as that reason itself is the motivation for the exam. GATE is conducted by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) and it tests the basic understanding of undergraduate subjects.
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Postgraduate (MTech) Entrance
The GATE score is considered a mandatory requirement for admission to post-graduate programs in different IITs and the National Institutes of Technology (NITs). The process for recruitment for M.Tech programs involves qualifying for the GATE exam, clearing the cut-off for the respective college, and then undergoing an interview stage for final admission.
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Different benefits of the M.Tech program are:
- Better job opportunities
- Higher pay packages
- Subject specialization
- Handsome stipend
GATE scorecard is valid for M.Tech admission for three years.
Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Entrance
The GATE exam gained much popularity after various public-sector units (PSUs) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with IITs for recruitment through GATE. So, clearing GATE can also help you get direct government sector jobs. The most lucrative aspects of PSU jobs are:
- High pay packages (above Rs 50,000 per month)
- Work-life balance
- Extra benefits such as oil or electricity at a subsidized rate
- Support for higher education such as MBA
The recruitment procedure for PSU is a valid GATE score of the current year and then a round of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). The weightage given to the GATE score is between 75 percent to 85 percent. Different PSUs that recruit through GATE include PGCIL, NTPC, NHPC, IOCL, BHEL, etc.
Q: Is there any change in the GATE 2024 syllabus?
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering GATE 2024 notification has been released. No change in GATE 2024 syllabus has been announced by the IISc Bangalore. The GATE exam 2024 will be conducted in February 3, 4, 10 and 11 for 30 papers. The GATE application form 2024 is available from August 30 to October 20. Candidates can apply online to appear in GATE 2024 exam.
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Q: What is the GATE Exam Syllabus of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering?
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering are one of the two new papers introduced in GATE and it comprises five sections namely Engineering Mathematics, Applied Mechanics and Structures, Fluid Mechanics and Marine Hydrodynamics, Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering and Thermodynamics and Marine Engineering. Check below in detail about the syllabus of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Exam. Section 1: Engineering Mathematics Determinants and matrices, Systems of linear equations, Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Functions, gradient, Linear, non-linear, first and higher order ordinary and partial differential equations, separation of variables. Laplace transformation, analytical functions of complex variables, Fourier series, numerical methods for differentiation and integration, complex analysis, probability and statistics, etc. Section 2: Applied Mechanics and Structures Engineering Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Vibrations, and Machine Design. Section 3: Fluid Mechanics and Marine Hydrodynamics Fluid Mechanics: Fluid properties; fluid statics, stability of floating bodies; Conservation laws: Mass, momentum and energy (Integral and differential form); Dimensional analysis and dynamic similarity; sources, sinks, doublets, line vortex and their superposition; Stokes integral theorem, etc. Boundary layer theory- Prandtl's boundary layer equations, criterion for separation, Blasius solution, Skin friction, displacement thickness, momentum thickness, etc. Vorticity and Kelvins theorem, Potential flow theory, Sources, Sinks and Doublets, hydrodynamic forces in potential flow, D'Alembert's paradox, etc. Section 4: Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering Ship geometry and physical fundamentals - Archimedes principle, buoyancy and weight of ship, laws of flotation, heel and trim, stable and unstable equilibrium of ships, importance of streamlined hull shape, ship main particulars, hydrostatic calculations, etc. Stability and trim of Ships, Resistance and Propulsion, Ship Manoeuvring and Motions, Ship Structures and Strength, Physical Oceanography, etc. Section 5: Thermodynamics and Marine Engineering Thermodynamics: First law of thermodynamics - Closed system undergoing a cycle; closed system undergoing a change of state; Internal energy of a system; Expansion work; Process using ideal gas - constant pressure, constant volume, isothermal, etc. Marine Diesel Engines, Marine Steam Turbines, Marine Boilers, Engine Dynamics, and Marine Auxiliary Machinery & Systems. For more detailed Syllabus for GATE Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Read: https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/gate-exam-syllabus
Q: Will there be any change in GATE 2025 syllabus?
IIT Roorkee has released the official syllabus in the GATE 2025 information brochure. There are no changes expected in the GATE syllabus for the existing 30 papers. However, candidates are advised to check the official GATE 2025 information brochure for subject-wise GATE syllabus.
Q: Where can I download the GATE 2025 Syllabus?
Candidates will be able to download the official GATE 2025 syllabus through GATE 2025 official website. Candidates can also check all important details such as exam pattern, syllabus in GATE 2025 information brochure. Apart from the official website, a candidate will also be able to access the GATE Syllabus 2025 from the webpage. For more detailed information on the GATE 2025 syllabus, read: https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/gate-exam-syllabus.
In a recent interaction with some students, Shiksha.com found that PSU recruitment is one of the most important reasons why students appear in GATE. As stated by the students, the majority of the students aim to get shortlisted for the recruitment done by different PSUs. However, if they got selected for MTech, they take admissions to the program and start preparing for the GATE to be conducted next year. The only motive behind it is to get selected for the PSUs.
Why there is so much stress on getting selected for the PSUs? The major reasons behind doing a job at PSU include a very good salary, job stability, benefits other than salary, and good social stature. In addition to that, candidates also focus on various exams conducted by different PSUs other than GATE. This exam includes the other PSU recruitment exams also like ISRO, DRDO, BARC, etc. with GATE
PhD Entrance
Nowadays MTech qualification is not required to be eligible for a PhD, if you have a B.Tech degree then also you can go for a PhD. Different benefits of going for the Ph.D. programme are:
- Research opportunities abroad
- Stipend during the course
- Eligibility requirement for Assistant professor job at IITs and IIITs.
The recruitment process for the PhD programme involves a valid GATE score and then facing an interview panel based on the respective interest area.
Fellowship Program in Management (FPM)
It is a five-year program run at IIMs. This program has the following features:
- A monthly stipend of Rs 29,000-30,000 is offered
- No tuition fees for four years and nine months
- For students who live off-campus will get a house-rent allowance (HRA) of Rs 8,000 for a single student and Rs 13,000 for married students
For more details, you can visit different IIMs websites.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Management
National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) offers various courses in PGDM such as:
- Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering (PGDIE)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing Management (PGDMM)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management (PGDPM)
For all the above Programs, the applicant should have valid GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) score as on June 15, with 60 percent aggregate marks (relaxable by five per cent in case of SC/ST/PwD (Physically Disabled) candidates) at graduation in Engineering/Technology.
MS Program
If you wish to go for higher studies abroad then you need not worry about exams such as GRE and TOEFL. There are some universities which consider GATE score for admission of Indian Students such as National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
GATE score must be within three years or less from the date of application and the GATE percentile must be above 90.
State Electricity Boards
Earlier different state electricity boards used to conduct independent exams but nowadays many of them are collaborating with IITs to recruit through GATE. Some of the state boards that recruit through GATE are West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDC), Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) and Odisha Power Generation Corporation Limited (OPGEN).
For recruitment, you have to apply with your GATE registration number on their respective websites.
Research Opportunities
There are certain research positions available through GATE in Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC). However, BARC conducts its examination for recruitment. Also, industries like ISRO conduct their exams on a similar pattern as GATE.
So, I guess now you must have gotten a basic idea of opportunities after GATE and as the name suggests this exam is a doorway or gate to multiple career options. Hence, I wish all the best to those who wish to prepare for GATE.
About the Author:
Ankit Goyal is co-founder of Kreatryx which is an online and offline exam preparation portal. He completed his B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Indore in 2013. He is a gold medalist of his batch. He cracked GATE with an AIR-8 in the final year of college in 2013 but joined Qualcomm. He again cracked GATE in 2014 with an AIR 1.
FAQs Regarding Opportunities after GATE
Q. What is the Fellowship Program in Management (FPM)?
A. It is a five-year program offered by the IIMs.
Q. What are the research opportunities after GATE?
A. Candidates can apply for research positions available in BARC through GATE and also industries like ISRO conduct their exams on a similar pattern as GATE.
Q. What are the eligibility criteria for Post Graduate Diploma in Management?
A. The candidate needs to have a valid GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) score.
Q. I am a BTech degree holder, can I apply for PhD Entrance?
A. Candidates with a valid B.Tech degree can go for a PhD.
Q. Is the GATE scorecard released?
A. GATE scorecard can be downloaded from the official website after the announcement of results.
Q. Can I get a job after the GATE?
A. The reasons behind a large number of applicants in the GATE exam are that it acts as a pathway to higher studies, public sector jobs, and Junior Research Fellowships. Also, various vacancies are filled in PSUs through the GATE score.
Q. What happens if I clear GATE?
A. Clearing GATE is also an eligibility clause for the award of Junior Research Fellowship in CSIR Laboratories. The GATE score is valid for three years and those who qualify for this test are eligible for doing a Master's degree at NUS, (National University of Singapore), Singapore.
Q. Do all GATE qualified students get a stipend?
A. All the GATE qualified MTech students also get a stipend of Rs 12,400 which may also be stopped from the next academic year.
Q. Is GATE a good option?
A. The GATE score makes you eligible for their sponsorship programs, which continue for two years. These sponsorships are offered with a clause that once the M. Tech or ME is completed the candidates must work for the organization providing sponsorship for a few years. Thus a good GATE score offers you a lot of benefits.
Q. Is the CAT better or GATE?
A. Both are different exams with different fields and comparing them would not be fair. CAT is based on strong grounds of Mathematics, English and analytical skills while GATE is based on in-depth knowledge of engineering subjects. While CAT is a gateway to MBA, GATE is for MTech
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Yes, as an M.Sc. Electronics and Communication student, you can definitely pursue job opportunities in PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings) with a valid GATE rank. While many PSUs traditionally require a B.Tech/B.E. degree, some of them have started considering M.Sc. graduates, especially in fields rel
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Candidates who are willing to take admission to non sponsored NIT Uttarakhand M.Tech seat must apply and appear for the GATE exam. The steps to apply for GATE are as follows:
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Students seeking admission to NIT Puducherry M.Tech courses can take admission via GATE exam. The steps to apply for GATE are as follows:
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