Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) was established in 1980 by a motivated group of prominent intellectuals, philanthropists and businessmen of Andhra Pradesh.
GITAM Admission Test (GITAM GAT) 2023 provides admission to several Engineering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. GITAM is one of the best Deemed to be Universities in the country, and it has been accredited by NAAC with an A+ rating. GITAM is a Category-1 (MHRD) University with three campuses in Hyderabad, Bangalore and Visakhapatnam. It is also approved by AICTE and granted 12 (B) status by UGC.
This article informs us in detail about the GITAM GAT 2023 dates, eligibility criteria, pattern, syllabus, results and counselling process.
About GITAM GAT 2023
Here is the overview of GITAM GAT – examination details.
| Exam | GITAM Admission Test (GITAM GAT) |
| Conducted by | Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management |
| Mode | Online |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Sections | 5 (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, English, and Engineering) |
| Marking scheme | Each correct answer will be awarded two marks. |
| Negative marking | Not applicable |
| Official website | gat.gitam.edu |
GITAM GAT 2023 Courses
Below are the various courses offered by GITAM in the field of Engineering.
Undergraduate Programs
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (IoT)
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
B.Tech Computer Science and Business Systems
B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
B.Tech Civil Engineering
B.Tech Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE)
B.Tech Aerospace Engineering
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (ME)
B.Tech Biotechnology
Note: Minor degree specialisation can be done by the students in smart manufacturing, VLSI design, automation, electric & hybrid vehicles, robotics, AI, MI, IoT etc.
Lateral Entry
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (ME)
B.Tech Civil Engineering
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
B.Tech Computer Science and Business Systems
B.Tech Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE)
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
B.Tech Aerospace Engineering
B.Tech Biotechnology
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (IoT)
B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
Post Graduation Programs
M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering
M.Tech Power Systems and Automation
M.Tech Cyber Forensics and Information Security
M.Tech Computer-Aided Structural Analysis and Design
M.Tech Machine Design
M.Tech Data Science
M.Tech Electronics Design and Technology
M.Tech Manufacturing Technology and Automation
M.Tech Food Processing Technology
M.Tech VLSI Design
M.Tech Structural Engineering
M.Tech Machine Design and Robotics
GITAM GAT 2023 Dates
Below are the important GITAM GAT 2023 dates with respect to the entrance examination. Students must regularly check the official website for timely updates.
| Event | Date |
| Application form release | 05 Dec 2022 |
| The last date to fill the GITAM GAT application form | GAT All Programmes Phase 1: 26 March 2023
Phase 2: 24 April 2023 |
| Exam date | Phase 1: 31 March to 03 April, 2023 (Friday to Monday)Phase 2: 28 – 30 April 2023 |
| GITAM GAT Personal intereview and counselling (All SC, ST, Divyang and Scholarship candidates) | Phase 1: 04 April to 05 April, 2023 |
| GITAM GAT Personal intereview and counselling (rest all applicants) | Phase 1: 06 April to 15 April, 2023 |
GITAM GAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Below are the eligibility criteria for students opting for Engineering undergraduate and postgraduate courses at GITAM University.
| Course | Eligibility Criteria |
| B.Tech | A minimum of 60% or CGPA of 6.0 in the Intermediate/Class 10+2 examination from a recognised central or state board (excluding open schools). The candidate should have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects and qualified in the GAT UG (Engineering) 2023. (55% in the case of CBSE and ICSE). |
| B.Tech Biotechnology | A minimum of 60% or CGPA of 6.0 in the Intermediate/Class 10+2 examination from a recognised central or state board (excluding open schools). The candidate should have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as mandatory subjects and qualified for the GAT UG (Engineering) 2023. (55% in the case of CBSE and ICSE). |
| Lateral Entry | The candidates should have scored a minimum of 60% overall on the qualifying exam administered by a recognised technical education board and the required GAT (Engineering lateral entry) 2023 score. |
| M.Tech | A qualifying score on the GAT 2023 and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 50% for graduation from an accredited university or institute. |
GITAM GAT 2023 Pattern
The examination pattern for GITAM GAT 2023 varies for different courses.Â
For Engineering Course:
Test duration – 2 hours
Type of questions – MCQs (each question has 4 options)
Marking scheme – 2 marks for the correct answer (no negative marks for incorrect ot unanswered questions)
Below is the question paper pattern with respect to subjects and number of questions.
| Section | Subject | No.of Questions | Marks |
| A | Mathematics | 30 | 60 |
| B | Physics | 20 | 40 |
| C | Chemistry | 20 | 40 |
| D | Quantitative Aptitude & Analytical Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| E | English | 10 | 20 |
| 100 | 200 |
Source: GITAM University website.
GITAM GAT 2023 Syllabus
As per the above table, we can make out that GITAM GAT includes five sections with different marks allotments. Students must be aware of the marks allotted and the number of questions appearing in each section to learn how to manage the time to answer the given questions. GITAM University prepares the syllabus for the entrance examination. Students are advised to study the Class 11 and 12 topics keeping in mind the marks allotment structure.
Click here to download the detailed GITAM GAT 2023 syllabus for Engineering stream.
GITAM GAT 2023 Application Form
Students who wish to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at GITAM University must register and fill out the GITAM GAT 2023 application form. Students must first register themselves on the official website using a valid email ID and mobile number to fill out the GITAM GAT 2023 application form.
Click the GITAM GAT application form link on the portal and fill the required details to complete the payment process.
GITAM GAT 2023 Admit Card
Once the GITAM GAT application is submitted on the official website, candidates will receive their admit card. Students can book the slot for the examination and select the examination centre based on their convenience. Students can login to the official website using the registration number, gender, and date of birth and book the slot.
After booking the GITAM GAT slot, applicants can download the admit card. They must check information on the admit card, such as the application number, name, gender, date of birth, exam venue and date of examination.
GITAM GAT 2023 admit card is an important document for appearing for the entrance examination. Candidates must carry their admit card and valid ID proof to the exam venue. ID proof can be the voter ID/passport/driving licence/PAN card/Aadhar card. No student shall be allowed to take up the GITAM GAT 2023 without a valid ID proof and admit card.
GITAM GAT 2023 Result
GITAM Admission Test results will be declared on the official website by the authorities on the specified date. Students can login to the website with their admit card number and date of birth. Qualified students in GITAM GAT 2023 will be called for the process of counselling. The seat allotment takes place based on merit (GITAM GAT 2023 result).
Click here to learn the steps for viewing the GITAM GAT 2023 result.
GITAM GAT 2023 Counselling
Shortlisted students who have qualified for the GITAM GAT 2023 are called for counselling. GITAM GAT counselling is held online on various campuses as prescribed by the authorities. A counselling call letter will be released on the official website. Students must login to the GITAM University website and download the call letter. Students must also carry the documents listed by the authorities to the GITAM GAT counselling venue for verification.
Documents needed for GITAM GAT counselling are:
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Class 12 mark sheet
- Counselling call letter
- Study certificate
- Conduct certificate
- Transfer certificate
- Students belonging to SC/ST categories should submit an integrated community certificate.
GITAM GAT 2023 Examination Centres
Below are the GITAM GAT 2023 examination centres spread across the country.
| Examination Centres for GITAM GAT 2023 | |
| Ahmedabad | Kota |
| Anantapur | Kurnool |
| Bellary | Lucknow |
| Bokaro | Mangalore |
| Bengaluru (City) | Mumbai |
| Bengaluru (GITAM) | Mysore |
| Behrampur | Nagpur |
| Bhopal | Nellore |
| Bhubaneshwar | New Delhi |
| Bilaspur | Nizamabad |
| Chennai | Ongole |
| Chittoor | Patna |
| Coimbatore | Pune |
| Guntur | Raipur |
| Guwahati | Rajahmundry |
| Hyderabad (Nagole) | Ranchi |
| Hyderabad (GITAM) | Sambalpur |
| Hubli | Secunderabad |
| Jamshedpur | Tadepalligudem |
| Kadapa | Tirupathi |
| Kakinada | Trivandrum |
| Karimnagar | Velivennu |
| Kochi | Vijayawada |
| Khammam | Visakhapatnam |
| Kolkata | Warangal |
GITAM GAT 2023 Fee Structure
Below is the B.Tech course fee structure of the various campuses of Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management. The GITAM GAT fee structure varies according to the chosen course and campus. The annual fee structure is as mentioned below.
| Courses and Course Fee Per Year | Hyderabad | Visakhapatnam | Bengaluru |
| B.Tech Aerospace Engineering | INR 2,22,200 | ||
| B.Tech Biotechnology | INR 2,44,500 | ||
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,03,500 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 3,29,500 | INR 3,29,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering | INR 3,29,500 | INR 3,29,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) | INR 3,29,500 | INR 3,29,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) | INR 3,29,500 | INR 3,29,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) | INR 3,29,500 | INR 3,29,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (IoT) | INR 3,29,500 | INR 3,29,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,03,500 |
| B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,25,500 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,44,500 | INR 2,03,500 |
GITAM GAT 2023 Scholarship
Students who achieve good marks on their qualifying exams are eligible for various scholarships offered by the GITAM. Each year, scholarships worth Rs. 30 crores (about $4 million) are given out to support academic accomplishment and assist students who are struggling financially to pursue their studies. In addition to this, students are eligible for AICTE scholarships. Various scholarships offered by the University are:
- Students who perform well on the GITAM Admission Test (GAT) or other national/state entrance exams are eligible for merit scholarships.
- Sports scholarships are available to students who succeed in athletics, allowing them to combine their academic interests and sports.
- Need-based scholarships are available to students who are struggling financially.
Scholarships for the B.Tech course through GAT 2023 score are as given below.
| Rank | Scholarship |
| 1 – 25 | 100% |
| 26 – 100 | 75% |
| 101 – 250 | 50% |
| 251 – 1000 | 25% |
| 1001 – 3000 | 15% |
Scholarships for the B.Tech course through JEE 2023 Mains score are as given below.
| Percentile | Scholarship |
| >=99 | 100% |
| >=98 & <99 | 75% |
| >=95 & <98 | 50% |
| >=90 & <95 | 25% |
| >=85 & <90 | 15% |
Scholarships for the B.Tech course through AP EAPCET 2023 & TS EAMCET 2023 scores are as given below.
| Rank | Scholarship |
| 1 – 100 | 100% |
| 101 – 250 | 75% |
| 251 – 1000 | 50% |
| 1001 – 5000 | 25% |
| 5001 – 25000 | 15% |
Scholarships for the B.Tech lateral entry course through GAT, AP/TS ECET & DCET 2023 scores are as given below.
| Scholarship Percentage | AP/TS ECET & DCET 2023 Integrated Rank | GAT 2023 Score |
| 1 | 1 – 50 | >=190 |
| 0.75 | 51 – 250 | >=180 & <190 |
| 0.5 | 251 – 1000 | >=160 & <180 |
| 0.25 | 1001 – 5000 | >=150 & <160 |
| 0.15 | 5001 – 8000 | >=130 & <150 |
Scholarships for the M.Tech course through GAT, GATE, AP/TS PGECET 2023 scores are as given below.
| Scholarship Percentage | GATE Percentile | GAT 2023 Score | AP/TS PGECET 2023 Rank |
| 1 | >=95 | >=190 | 1 – 10 |
| 0.75 | >=90 & <95 | >=180 & <190 | 11 – 25 |
| 0.5 | >=80 & <90 | >=160 & <180 | 26 – 100 |
| 0.25 | >=70 & <80 | >=140 & <160 | 101 – 250 |
| 0.15 | >=60 & <70 | >=120 & <140 | 251 – 500 |
Frequently Asked Questions on GITAM GAT 2023
Does the University offer B.Tech Civil Engineering program seat to lateral entry candidates?
Yes, the B.Tech Civil Engineering program is offered for lateral entry candidates.
Is GITAM GAT conducted in Mysore/Mysuru?
What is the duration of the B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) programme?
Where is Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management located in Visakhapatnam?
GITAM
Gandhi Nagar, Rushikonda
Visakhapatnam – 530045
Andhra Pradesh, INDIA.
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