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GATE 2025 Live Updates, Feb 1, 2 Exam Concluded: Check Subject Wise Exam Analysis, Difficulty Level Here

GATE 2025 Exam Analysis: GATE has been conducted today i.e. February 02, 2025, for various subjects like Mechanical Engineering (ME), Petroleum Engineering (PE), Architecture and Planning (AR), and Electrical Engineering (EE) and other exams. Check out today's GATE 2025 exam analysis, difficulty level, good attempts, etc.

Sunil Sharma
Feb 3, 2025, 13:08 IST
GATE 2025 Exam Analysis 2025
GATE 2025 Exam Analysis 2025

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  • GATE 2025 Exam Analysis Check Live Updates
  • Check overall difficulty level of GATE 2025 Mechanical Engineering Paper
  • GATE 2025 Difficulty Level: Subject-Wise Breakdown and Trends

GATE 2025 Paper Analysis: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee is conducting the GATE 2025 exam over four days, i.e., February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025. Today, the exam was conducted for subjects like Mechanical Engineering (ME), Architecture and Planning (AR), and Electrical Engineering (EE) in two sessions—Forenoon Session from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and Afternoon Session from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. In this article, we will discuss the GATE 2025 subject-wise paper analysis based on the overall difficulty level, number of test takers, good attempts, and types of questions asked from different topics.

GATE 2025 Exam Analysis: Difficult Level

Paper Difficulty Level Good Attempts
Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) Moderate
42-45 (85% Accuracy)
Mathematics (MA) Easy to moderate
38-40 (85% Accuracy)
Mechanical Engineering (ME) Moderate to difficult 42-45 (85% Accuracy)
Electrical Engineering (EE) Moderate 40-42 (85% Accuracy)

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Here are the key highlights of the GATE exam along with other details shared below for the reference of the candidates.

Particulars

Details

Mode of exam

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Medium of Exam

English

Duration

3 hours

Sections

General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Opted Subject(s)

Types of questions

(a) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

(b) Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)

(c) Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

Number of questions

10 (General Aptitude) + 55 (Subject) = 65 Questions

Marking scheme

Questions carry 1 mark and 2 marks

Negative marking

one-third negative marking is applicable for MCQs.

No negative markings for MSQ and NAT questions.

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  • Feb 3, 2025, 13:08 IST

    GATE 2025: Exam Pattern for Upcoming Papers

    Particulars

    Details

    Mode of exam

    Computer Based Test (CBT)

    Medium of Exam

    English

    Duration

    3 hours

    Sections

    General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Opted Subject(s)

    Types of questions

    • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
    • Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)
    • Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

    Number of questions

    10 (General Aptitude) + 55 (Subject) = 65 Questions

    Distribution of Marks# in all papers EXCEPT AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL

    General Aptitude: 15 marks +

    Engineering Mathematics**: 13 marks +

    Subject Questions: 72 marks =

    Total: 100 marks

    (**XE includes an Engineering Mathematics section XE-A of 15 marks)

    Distribution of Marks# in papers AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL

    General Aptitude: 15 marks +

    Subject Questions: 85 marks =

    Total: 100 marks

  • Feb 3, 2025, 12:50 IST

    GATE 2025: Exam Dates

    The GATE 2025 exam is being conducted on February 1 and 2, 2025, and is scheduled to continue on February 15 and 16, 2025. The upcoming sessions will cover papers such as Civil Engineering (CE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA), and Chemistry (CY).

  • Feb 3, 2025, 12:35 IST

    Number of good attempts in GATE EE 2025 paper

    As per the student feedback and expert analysis, the estimated number of good attempts in the GATE EE 2025 exam is expected to range between 45 to 50 questions.

  • Feb 3, 2025, 12:17 IST

    GATE ME 2025 Exam: Number of Good Attempts

    The number of good attempts in the GATE ME 2025 exam depends on the overall difficulty level of the paper. Based on initial student feedback and memory-based questions, an ideal attempt for the GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper ranges between 40 to 45 questions, with an estimated accuracy of 85% or higher for a competitive score.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 19:24 IST

    GATE 2025 EE Exam: Key Takeaway

    • Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions dominated the paper, requiring lengthy calculations.
    • MSQs (Multiple Select Questions) were tricky.
    • Theoretical questions were concept-based and required an in-depth understanding of formulas and principles.
  • Feb 2, 2025, 19:02 IST

    GATE 2025 EE Paper Difficulty Level

    As per the initial feedback, The difficulty level of the GATE 2025 EE exam, ranges from moderate to difficult. Some sections were concept-based, while others involved lengthy numerical problems.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 15:35 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam: List of PSUs

    Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) use GATE scores to shortlist candidates for recruitment. Some of these organizations include:

    • Airports Authority of India (AAI)
    • Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
    • Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
    • Coal India Limited (CIL)
    • Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL)
    • Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
    • National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC)
    • Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
    • Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
  • Feb 2, 2025, 15:15 IST

    GATE 2025 ME Paper: Number of Good Attempts

    Based on the difficulty level, candidates attempting 50+ questions with good accuracy may expect a competitive score.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 15:02 IST

    GATE 2025 Result: Release Date

    The GATE 2025 result is scheduled to be released on March 19, 2025, as per the official schedule.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 14:40 IST

    GATE 2025 ME Exam Analysis: Number of NAT Questions

    The number of NAT questions was more or less similar to the previous year. There were around 25 NAT questions in the exam.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 14:28 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam Analysis: Number of MCQs

    The number of MCQs was more or less similar to the previous year. There were around 35 MCQs in the exam.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 13:40 IST

    GATE ME 2025 exam: Toughest Section

    As per the initial responses, many candidates found Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics to be the most challenging due to complex numerical problems.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 13:26 IST

    GATE 2025, 2 February Second Shift Start Time

    The GATE 2025 exam on February 2, 2025 (Second Shift) is scheduled to start at 2:30 PM and will conclude at 5:30 PM.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 13:12 IST

    GATE ME 2025 Exam: Type of Questions Asked

    • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
    • Multiple Select Questions (MSQs)
    • Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions
  • Feb 2, 2025, 12:58 IST

    GATE 2025 ME Exam: Major Topics

    Key topics of the GATE 2025 ME paper included Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Heat Transfer, Engineering Mechanics, and Manufacturing Engineering.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 12:43 IST

    GATE ME Paper 2025: Total Number of Question

    The GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) 2025 exam consists of 65 questions carrying a total of 100 marks.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 12:31 IST

    GATE 2025 ME Paper Difficulty Level

    As per the initial feedback, The difficulty level of the GATE 2025 ME exam varied across shifts, ranging from moderate to difficult. Some sections were concept-based, while others involved lengthy numerical problems.

  • Feb 2, 2025, 10:09 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam: February 02

    Today, the GATE exam is scheduled for subjects including Mechanical Engineering (ME), Petroleum Engineering (PE), Architecture and Planning (AR), and Electrical Engineering (EE). The first shift is currently in progress.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 17:53 IST

    GATE 2025 CS Expected Cutoff

    As the difficulty level of GATE CS 2025 was similar to the previous year, the cutoff is expected to be in the same range as last year. The anticipated GATE CS 2025 cutoff is as follows:

    Branch
    GATE CS 2025 Qualifying Marks (Expected)
    General OBC-NCL/EWS SC/ST/PWD
    Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) 33-35 30-33 23-26
  • Feb 1, 2025, 16:44 IST

    GATE 2025: Marking Scheme

    Number of questions

    65

    Total Marks

    100

    Marking scheme

    Questions carry 1 mark and 2 marks

    Negative marking

    One-third negative marking for MCQs.

    No negative markings for MSQ and NAT questions.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 16:22 IST

    GATE 2025: Exam Pattern

    Particulars

    Details

    Mode of exam

    Computer Based Test (CBT)

    Medium of Exam

    English

    Duration

    3 hours

    Sections

    General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Opted Subject(s)

    Types of questions

    Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

    Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)

    Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

    Number of questions

    10 (General Aptitude) + 55 (Subject) = 65 Questions

  • Feb 1, 2025, 16:08 IST

    Can candidates use their GATE 2025 score for PSU recruitment?

    Yes, several PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings) like IOCL, ONGC, and BHEL use GATE scores for recruitment.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 15:51 IST

    What type of questions are asked in GATE 2025?

    GATE 2025 includes:

    • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) – Single correct answer
    • Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) – More than one correct answer
    • Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions – Requires manual entry of values
  • Feb 1, 2025, 15:36 IST

    How many questions are there in the GATE 2025 exam?

    The GATE 2025 exam consists of 65 questions carrying a total of 100 marks.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 15:20 IST

    GATE 2025: Mode of the Exam

    GATE 2025 is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted in designated exam centers across India.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 15:08 IST

    GATE 2025 MA Exam Analysis: Highest Weightage Section

    Topics like Linear Algebra, Calculus, Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, and Probability & Statistics had the highest weightage.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 14:56 IST

    GATE 2025 MA Exam Analysis: Most Challenging Section

    Many Students feel the Data Structures & Algorithms section was bit challenging, and time-consuming, requiring logical deductions and multi-step problem-solving

  • Feb 1, 2025, 14:42 IST

    GATE 2025 MA Paper Analysis: Overall Difficulty Level

    As per the initial feedback, The GATE 2025 Mathematics (MA) paper was moderate, with a focus on problem-solving and fundamental understanding. Candidates who practised previous years' papers found the exam manageable.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 14:15 IST

    GATE 2025 CS Exam Analysis: Highest Weightage Section

    • Topics like Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, and Operating Systems had significant weightage.
    • Database Management Systems (DBMS) and Computer Networks also featured prominently.
  • Feb 1, 2025, 14:01 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam Analysis: Difficulty Level of General Aptitude Section

    The General Aptitude section was easy to moderate and contained logical reasoning, numerical ability, and verbal reasoning questions.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 13:42 IST

    Eligibility for GATE 2025 Exam

    A candidate who is currently studying in the 3rd or higher years of any undergraduate degree program OR who has already completed any government approved degree program in Engineering/ Technology/ Architecture/ Science/ Commerce/ Arts/ Humanities is eligible for appearing in the GATE 2025 exam.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 13:21 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam Duration

    The GATE 2025 exam duration is 3 hours (180 minutes) for all papers. The exam is conducted in two shifts per day:

    • Forenoon Session: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    • Afternoon Session: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Feb 1, 2025, 13:09 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam Dates

    The GATE 2025 Exam is scheduled to be conducted on February 01, 02, 15, and 16 2025 by IIT Roorkee.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 12:56 IST

    GATE 2025 Exam Analysis: Number of NAT Questions

    The number of NAT questions was more or less similar to the previous year. There were around 15-16 NAT questions in the exam.

  • Feb 1, 2025, 12:41 IST

    GATE 2025 CS Exam Analysis: most challenging Section

    Many Students feel the Data Structures & Algorithms section was a bit challenging, and time-consuming, requiring logical deductions and multi-step problem-solving

  • Feb 1, 2025, 12:30 IST

    GATE 2025 CS Paper Analysis: Overall Difficulty Level

    As per the initial feedback, the GATE 2025 CS paper was considered to be of moderate to difficult level, with a balanced mix of conceptual and numerical questions.

Sunil Sharma is an edtech professional with over 12 years of experience in the education domain. He holds an M.Sc. in Mathematics from Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut. He has worked as an Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Vriti Infocom Private Limited. and later joined Aakash Edutech Private Limited . At Jagran New Media, he writes for the Exam Prep section of JagranJosh.com. Sunil has expertise in Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and English, making him a versatile professional in the education and test preparation sector. He has created content for various management exams CAT, XAT and also for exams such as CUET etc
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