GATE

Dear Girijas, It's great that you're planning to appear for the GATE exam! Since you are a 2024 pass-out student, you are eligible to apply for GATE, as there is no age limit for candidates. However, you should meet the academic requirements based on your degree, which in your case would be your engineering or relevant undergraduate qualification.For GATE 2025, registration generally starts in September and the exam is held in February. I recommend you start preparing well in advance by reviewing the syllabus and previous years' papers, and join mock tests to familiarize yourself with the exam pattern.Best of luck with your preparations! If you need help with anything specific, feel free to reach out!

Dear Viraj,I understand your concern about using your GATE score in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) to pursue an M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE). The eligibility criteria for M.Tech programs can vary between institutions. Some institutions may accept GATE DA scores for CSE admissions, while others might require a GATE score specifically in Computer Science (CS).To ensure you have the most accurate information, I recommend:Reviewing the Admission Brochures: Carefully read the admission guidelines of the institutions you're interested in to see if they accept GATE DA scores for their CSE programs.Contacting the Admissions Offices: Reach out directly to the admissions departments of these institutions. They can provide clarity on whether your GATE DA score is acceptable for their CSE program.Exploring Related Programs: Consider looking into M.Tech programs specifically tailored to Data Science or Artificial Intelligence, as your GATE DA score would be directly relevant to these fields.I hope this guidance helps you navigate your options effectively. Wishing you the best in your academic pursuits!

There are also affordable MTech colleges in India that accept GATE scores, providing quality education without a hefty price tag, and offering opportunities for students seeking cost-effective options to pursue their higher studies. Listed below are some of the top low-cost M.Tech colleges in India along with the courses offered and their total tuition fees/eligibility criteria:College NameTop Courses OfferedTotal Tuition Fee/EligibilityIIT Madras CoursesMTech in CSE,  MTech in Biomedical Engineering,  MTech in Aerospace Engineering, etc.INR 20,000GATE and Merit-basedMTech Kharagpur CoursesMTech in CS and Data Processing,  MTech in Food Process Engineering,  MTech in CSE, etc.INR 20,000GATE and graduation with 60% aggregateMTech Roorkee CoursesMTech in CSE,  MTech in AI,  MTech in Data Science, etc.INR 20,000 - INR 51,000GATE and graduation with 60% aggregateIIT Kanpur CoursesMTech in Mechanical Engineering,  MTech in CSE,  MTech7 in Aerospace Engineering, etc.INR 20,000GATE and graduation with 55% aggregateDisclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

The table below shows the average placement package offered by top recruiters who participated in top GATE accepting M.Tech colleges in India:College NameAnnual Average PackageTop RecruitersIIT Bombay PlacementINR 15 LPA – INR 18 LPAMicrosoft, Google, TCS, Infosys, etc.IIT Kanpur PlacementINR 16 LPAMicrosoft, Schlumberger, Peepal Design, Pega, etc.IIT Madras PlacementINR 9 LPA – INR 22 LPAAirbus, Honeywell, Rolls-Royce (offering Engineer roles), and non-core companies, etc.IIT Delhi PlacementINR 14 LPAGoogle, Microsoft, Graviton, MasterCard, etc.IIT Kharagpur PlacementINR 21 LPAGoogle, Microsoft, Intel, IBM, etc.Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.