GAT (PGT) 2024 Exam: Dates, Application Form (Phase 4 Application Form Available), Eligibility, Syllabus

GAT Post Graduate Test 2024 ( GAT (PGT) )

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GAT (PG) 2024: The GITAM GAT 2024 application form for cycle 6 was available till June 14, 2024.  The Cycle 6 exam was conducted on June 16, 2024. The personal interview was conducted from June 17, 2024, to June 19, 2024. The GITAM GAT Result was announced on June 17, 2024.

GITAM GAT (PG) 2024 will be conducted by the Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM). GITAM GAT 2024 is commonly known as GITAM Graduate Aptitude Test. GITAM will conduct the GITAM Admission Test (GAT) as per the designated timetable for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered at Vishakapatnam, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and GIMSR campuses. The admission test, conducted nationally, will take place across different states. The examination format will vary, with some courses being assessed through a computer-based and online proctored test. Successful qualification of the GAT (PG) exam and fulfilment of eligibility conditions are prerequisites for candidates to be considered eligible for admission to GITAM. 

Before filling out the application form, candidates must go through the GAT (PG) exam eligibility criteria. Candidates seeking admission to the MTech programme offered by GITAM University can fill out the GITAM GAT (PGT) application form 2024 to appear for the exam. The question paper shall comprise a total of a hundred questions carrying two hundred marks from Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and Verbal Ability. The GAT exam syllabus and GAT exam pattern are available for the students' reference. Refer to this page for comprehensive GAT (PG) 2024 information, including application procedures, fees, syllabus, pattern, and admission processes.

Q:   What is meant by GAT PGT?

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GAT PGT is also called GAT (PG) or GITAM GAT. GAT PGT is an entrance test conducted for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes of Architecture, Basic Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Law, Management, Nursing, Pharmacy, Paramedical, and Physiotherapy at GITAM university.  

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Q:   Can a candidate appear for GAT (PG) exam more than once?

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A student is allowed to participate in an GAT exam only once for each course and during a single phase. GITAM considers re-appearing as an unfair practice of submitting duplicate applications. Credentials for re-appearing students will not be provided, and such applications will be filtered at various stages of the admissions process. This includes checks such as using the same registered email address multiple times and other parameters

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What is GAT PGT?

GITAM Admission Test (GAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management University (GITAM University).GAT (Engineering PG) is the exam conducted for admission to MTech degree courses. After qualifying for the exam, candidates will be offered admission to the MTech course offered by GITAM University on all its 3 campuses, located in Bengaluru, Vishakhapatnam, and Hyderabad.

 

GAT (PGT) 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GAT (PGT) 2024 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates

17 Jun '24

GAT PGT 2024 Phase 6 Result declaration

17 Jun '24 -

19 Jun '24

GAT PGT 2024 Phase 6 Personal Interview

16 Jun '24

GAT PGT 2024 Phase 6 Exam Date

GAT PGT 2024 Highlights

The highlights of GAT PGT can be seen in the table below.

Particulars Details
Exam Name GITAM GAT PGT
Full-Form Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management
Exam Types UG & PG Level
Exam Level National
Offered Courses Engineering
Conducting Body Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM)
Application Mode Online 
Exam Mode Online
Exam Duration 2 Hours
Official Website www.gitam.edu
Helpline (+91-891) 2790 101, 2790 202
Email registrar@gitam.edu

Q:   Who will conduct GAT (PGT)?

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Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management University (GITAM University) conducts the GAT (PGT) 2024 entrance exam for admissions in courses such as M.Tech and other courses. The candidates can check the page on GITAM University to know more about the institute

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Q:   Will GAT (PGT) 2024 be conducted offline or online?

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This M.Tech entrance examination GAT (PGT) 2024 will be conducted in online mode i.e. Computer Based Test (CBT). The questions asked in the exam will be objective or Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each question with four answer choices.

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GAT PGT 2024 Application Process

Candidates seeking admission should fill GAT PGT 2024 application form with valid details. The application process encompasses various stages such as registration, filling out the application form, uploading a photo and signature, paying a requisite fee and final submission. It is advised to go through the complete notification to avoid any kind of confusion related to the application procedure.

Also Read: GAT PGT Application Process

GAT PGT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission must apply if they are meeting the following eligibility criteria:

  • To be eligible for the exam, students must have secured first-class or equivalent grades in the qualifying examination from a recognized university.
  • They should have obtained a minimum of 60% aggregate marks and a score obtained in GAT (PGT) 2024.

Department

MTech Program

Qualifying Examination

CSE

Computer Science & Technology 

BE/BTech/AMIE in any branch of Engineering or its equivalent

Cyber Security

BE/BTech/AMIE in any branch of Engineering or its equivalent

Software Engineering 

BE/BTech/AMIE in CSE / IT / ECE / EEE / EI / CSIT or its equivalent

IT

Information Technology

BE/BTech/AMIE in any branch of Engineering or its equivalent

Data Sciences 

BE/ BTech / AMIE or equivalent in any branch of specialization

ECE

RF & Microwave Engineering

BE/B/Tech/AMIE in ECE or its equivalent

VLSI Design

BE/BTech/AMIE in ECE / EEE / EIE / Instrumentation / CSE / IT or its equivalent

Digital Systems & Signal Processing

BE/BTech/AMIE in ECE / EEE / EIE / CSE / IT or its equivalent

Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering

Embedded Systems

BE/BTech/AMIE in ECE / EEE / EIE / Instrumentation / CSE / IT or its equivalent

Electronic Instrumentation 

BE/BTech/AMIE in ECE / EEE / EIE / Instrumentation or its equivalent

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering & Natural Disaster Management

BE/BTech/AMIE in Civil Engineering or its equivalent

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Power Systems and Automation  

BE/BTech/AMIE in EEE or its equivalent

Mechanical Engineering

Machine Design

BE/BTech/AMIE in Mechanical/Production /Automobile /Marine /Aerospace or its equivalent

CAD/CAM

BE/BTech/AMIE in Mechanical/Production /Automobile /Marine / Aerospace or its equivalent.

Computer-aided Design, Manufacture & Engineering

BE/BTech/AMIE in Mechanical/Production /Automobile /Marine / Aerospace or its equivalent.

Industrial Engineering

Industrial Engineering & Management 

Any Engineering Degree or equivalent

Biotechnology

Biotechnology

BTech in Biotechnology or B.Pharm or equivalent or BTech Chemical Engineering or MSc in Chemistry /Microbiology / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology) with proficiency in basic Biology with proficiency in basic Mathematics.

Food Processing Technology 

BTech Bio-Technology/Food Technology/Chemical Engineering/BPharmacy and MSc in Chemistry / Food Science with Proficiency in Basic Biology and Biotechnology or MSC in any area of Biological Science with Proficiency in Basic Mathematics.

 

Q:   What is the available mode to pay the GITAM GAT PGT 2024 application fee?

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The GAT PGT application fee can be paid online (net banking/credit card/debit card) mode. The application form can be submitted only after the application fee is paid. The apllication fee has to paid while submiiting the application form. 

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Q:   What will be the last date to submit GITAM GAT PGT 2024 application form?

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GITAM GAT PGT 2024 application form for phase 6 is currently available. The GITAM GAT 2024 application form for cycle 6 will be available till June 14, 2024.  The Cycle 6 exam will be conducted on June 16, 2024. The personal interview was conducted from June 17, 2024, to June 19, 2024. The GITAM GAT Result will be announced on June 17, 2024.

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Q:   In which mode will the GITAM GAT PGT 2024 application form be released?

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GITAM GAT PGT 2024 application form is available in online mode. The application form phase 4 is currently available. The candidates can visit the official website and apply for the exam. The direct link to apply for the exam is also available on this page.

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Q:   How can I apply for GAT PG 2024?

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The application process for GAT PGT 2024 involves registration, educational details, personal details and submission of relevant documents along with the submission of scanned copies of the documents. These are a few steps to be kept in mind while applying for GAT.

  • Explore the programmes offered by the university.
  • Register on the official website and remember the login details.
  • Fill in all the details on the application form.
  • Upload the documents.
  • Pay the application fee.
  • Take a printout of the application form.
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GAT PGT 2024 Test Centers

The University will conduct online admission test at the following 48 test centres, depending upon the number of applications received against each test centre.

City

City

City

City

Ahmedabad

Guntur

Kochi

Patna

Anantapur

Guwahati

Kota

Pune

Bellary

Hyderabad (GITAM Campus)

Kurnool

Raipur

Bengaluru (GITAM Campus)

Hyderabad (Saifabad)

Lucknow

Rajahmundry

Bengaluru (City)

Hyderabad (Nagole)

Mangalore

Ranchi

Berhampur

Hubli

Mumbai

Tadepalligudem

Bhopal

Jamshedpur

Mysore

Tirupathi

Bhubaneswar

Kadapa

Nagpur

Trivandrum

Bilaspur

Kakinada

Nellore

Velivennu

Chennai

Karimnagar

New Delhi

Vijayawada

Chittoor

Khammam

Nizamabad

Visakhapatnam

Coimbatore

Kolkata

Ongole

Warangal

GAT PGT 2024 Syllabus

Candidates aspiring for admission should be well acquainted with the GAT PGT syllabus 2024. It will give them a clear idea of important lessons and topics that are important from an examination point of view. The syllabus comprises the subject matter of Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and Verbal Ability.

Also Read: GAT PGT Syllabus

Q:   Which subjects are included in GAT PGT Syllabus?

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Following are the subjects included in the GAT PGT syllabus - Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Verbal Ability and English. 

A total of 100 questions will be asked in GAT wherein 40 questions will be asked from Quantitative Aptitude and 25 questions each from Reasoning and Verbal Ability and 10 questions from English. 

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Q:   How much time does it takes to complete GAT PGT 2024 Syllabus?

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There is no fix duration to complete the GAT PGT 2024  syllabus. Candidates should start as early as possible to complete the syllabus on time. The candidates can prepare a timetable to be followed to complete the syllabus. The timetable should be followed strictly by the candidate to complete the syllabus and have enough time to revise the topics.

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Q:   Is it necessary to study all the topics mentioned in GAT PGT syllabus?

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Yes, candidates should study all the topics indicated in the syllabus. And they can refer to the previous years' question papers to know about the trending topics. If is better to learn all the topics included in the syllabus to know the answer for all the questions. 

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GAT PGT 2024 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern describes the scheme of the examination. It imparts details like the total number of questions, total marks, marking scheme, duration, etc. Candidates must refer GAT PGT exam pattern 2024 before devising a concrete preparation strategy.  

Subject

No. of Questions

No. of Marks

Quantitative Aptitude

40

80

Reasoning

30

60

Verbal Ability

30

60

Total

100

200

Q:   Will there be a negative marking in GAT PGT?

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In GAT PGT for each correct answer, students will get 2 marks while for each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. Since there is negative marking the candidates must be careful while answering. They should read and understand the question thoroughly and then answer it. 

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Q:   What will be the duration of the GAT PGT 2024 exam?

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GAT PGT is a 2-hour long exam with all objective type (multiple choice questions) questions. The candidates are expected to complete the exam within the allotted time. They will not be given any extra time to complete the exam. The candidates must practise completing the sample question papers within 2 hours, this will help them complete the actual exam on time. 

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Q:   What are the maximum marks for the GAT?

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The maximum mark for the GAT (PG) is 200. Each question shall carry two marks and for each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. Hence, candidates should mark the answer only when they are sure about it. 

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Q:   How many questions will be asked in GAT PGT?

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A total of 100 questions will be asked in the exam wherein 40 questions will be asked from Quantitative Aptitude and 25 questions each from Reasoning and Verbal Ability and 10 questions from English.  Each correct answer is given 2 marks and for each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. Candidates will get two hours to solve all the questions. 

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GAT PGT 2024 Preparation Tips

Following are some suggestions to prepare for the exam in a better way:

  • Examine the syllabus very carefully
  • Check the exam pattern to know the weightage of each section
  • Choose books and study material
  • Make notes wherever necessary
  • Revise notes from time to time
  • Practice previous years’ questions
  • Take Mock Test
  • Take good care of your health too

Q:   How much time does it take to prepare for GAT PGT 2024?

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Candidates should start preparing for GAT PGT 2024 as soon as possible to complete the syllabus in time and revise the study material as much as possible. Candidates should revise the study material, again and again, to keep the concept and theoretical knowledge on tips.

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Q:   What is the best way to prepare for the GAT PGT Exam?

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Candidates can start by gathering all related information related to the syllabus, exam patterns and guidelines and collect all the data related to it. Students can practice mock tests of the previous year's question papers and check them with the answer keys. 

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Q:   What are the preparation tips for GAT PGT 2024?

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Preparation tips for GAT PGT 2024 are common tips for any examination like understanding the complete syllabus, making hand-written notes, solving precious years' question papers, practising mock tests, identifying weak areas and working on and revision.

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GAT PGT 2024 Admit Card

Candidates will be able to download their admit card a few days prior to the exam date. GAT PGT admit card 2024 will be released online. It will contain important details associated with the candidate and the exam such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, exam venue, etc. Candidates must carry their admit card while going to write the examination. Without admit card, no candidate will get a chance to appear in the exam.

Q:   Who can download GAT PGT admit card?

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GITAM GAT admit card can be downloaded by the eligible candidates only. The candidates who have submitted the application form successfully can download the admit card. The admit card can be downloaded from the official website by providing the login credentials. 

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Q:   When will the GAT PGT admit card be released?

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The admit card will be available for download a few days prior to the exam date. The exact date of release of admit card is not announced yet. Candidates will be able to download their GAT PGT admit card 2024 by using the login credentials. No candidate will receive the admit card through email, fax and post. 

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Q:   In which mode will the GAT PGT admit card be available?

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GAT PGT admit card is available in online mode only. The admit card will not be send by post, it will be available only on the official website. The candidates can enter the login credentials and download the admit card. 

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Q:   Which document should a candidate carry along with the admit card at the GAT PGT centre?

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Candidates can carry anyone of the following document along with the admit card - Passport / Driving License / EC voter ID card / IT PAN card / School or College photo bearing ID card / Aadhar Card. The admit card is a mandatory document to be taken to the exam centre. 

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Q:   What to do if there would be any error printed on the GAT PGT admit card?

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 If the candidates find any error on the admit  card, candidates can contact the helpline services. The important details printed on the admit card is

  • Name of the candidate
  • Roll number of the candidate
  • Registration number
  • Date of birth
  • Date of the exam
  • Exam venue and address
  • Instructions for exam day
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GAT PGT 2024 Result

The result will be announced a few days after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates who will contest the exam can check their GAT PGT result 2024 by using their login credentials. Only qualified candidates will be called to complete the admission process. At the time of admission, candidates have to produce all the necessary documents and have to pay the prescribed fee.

Q:   In which mode will the GAT PGT result be declared?

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GAT PGT will be declared in online mode. The candidates must check the official website for the results. The candidates will be called for counselling based on their scores on GAT. The candidates may need to enter their roll number or registration number to access their results. 

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Q:   When will the GAT PGT result 2024 be released?

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GAT PGT result will be released soon after the conclusion of the exam. The phase 6 GAT result will be announced on June 17, 2024. The counselling process will begin soon after the results are announced. The candidates can check the official website or this page for the latest updates on the result declaration.

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GAT PGT 2024 Counselling

After the GAT PGT result 2024 is announced, GITAM University will organise counselling for admission to their MTech courses. The counselling for SC, ST, Divyang and Scholarship candidates was conducted soon.

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Q:   Who are eligible to participate in the GAT PGT counselling?

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Candidates who will secure the minimum required marks in the GAT PGT exam will be shortlisted and called for counselling. The counselling process for the reserved category will be conducted immediately after the result is out. For the rest of the candidates, counselling will be from after the counselling for reserved counselling. 

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Q:   When will the GAT PGT counselling be organised?

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The counselling dates will be announced soon . The counselling for all SC, ST, Divyang and Scholarship candidates will be conducted first. For rest of the applicants, counselling was conducted later.The admission authority of GITAM University organises the counselling. The counselling is organised by the university for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Architecture, Basic Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Law, Management, Nursing, Pharmacy, Paramedical, and Physiotherapy. All the candidates who quality in GAT PGT 2024 will be called for counselling. 

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GAT (PGT) 2024 Contact Information

Visakhapatnam campus
Gandhi Nagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam-530045
Andhra Pradesh, India
Phone No: (+91-891) 2790 101, 

Central Administrative Office
Phone No: (+91-891) 2840 501
Fax: (+91-891) 2795 311
E-mail: registrar@gitam.edu

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