GATE Computer Science Engineering is one of the most appeared subjects in the GATE Exam. Every year, about 1 lakh candidates attempt the exam. GATE 2024 CSE exam dates are not announced yet. The IISc Bangalore will conduct GATE 2024. The GATE 2023 CSE exam was conducted on 4th February 2023 in 2 shifts. GATE 2023 results will be announced on 16th March 2023.
Get all the necessary information like syllabus, exam pattern, new changes introduced in GATE, important books, preparation tips, previous years’ question papers, cutoff, and latest news related to the GATE for the Computer Engineering branch. We have also provided direct links to the Answer Keys and Question Papers.
GATE Computer Science Engineering Latest News
Candidates who took the CE, EC, EE, ME, IE, CSE, and other papers exams on the 4th, 5th, 11th, and 12th of February 2023 can now access the GATE Previous Year Question Paper and GATE Syllabus on the official website.
GATE Computer Science Engineering Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Number of Questions in Paper | 65 |
| Number of Sections | Section 1 – General Aptitude, Section 2 – Mathematics and Computer Science Engineering |
| Topic wise weightage | General Aptitude – 15%
Mathematics – 15% Computer Science Engineering – 70% |
| Pattern of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Answer Type Questions (NATs) |
| Duration of Exam | 3 Hours |
| Marking Scheme | Test Paper has questions carrying 1 mark and 2 marks, and
⅓ and ⅔ negative mark for incorrect answers, respectively |
GATE Computer Engineering Preparation Videos
Here, we have provided videos on how to prepare for GATE Computer Science Engineering:
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GATE Computer Science Engineering Related Study Resources
- GATE Computer Engineering Syllabus
- Books for GATE Computer Engineering
- GATE Previous Year Papers
- GATE CS Question Paper
GATE Computer Engineering Important Dates 2024
| Particulars | Dates |
| GATE online application processing | August 2023 |
| Closing of submission of application form | September 2023 |
| Last date of the extended period for online registration application (with late fees) | October 2023 |
| Modifications in GATE 2024 application | November 2023 |
| Admit card | January 2024 |
GATE Computer Engineering (CS) Exam Pattern
Let us take a look at the GATE Exam pattern for CSE for the 2024 exam for Computer Science:
| Feature | Description |
| Examination Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Duration of Exam | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| Sectional Time Duration | None |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Total Number of Questions | 65 |
| Number of Subjects (Papers) | 29 |
| Number of Sections | It depends on the subjects.
2-3 (GA and Core Discipline or GA, Engineering Mathematics and Core Subject) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions |
| Marking Scheme | 1 or 2 marks for each right answer |
| Negative Marking Scheme | For a wrong answer chosen in a MCQ, there will be negative marking.
For 1-mark MCQ, 1/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer. For 2-mark MCQ, 2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer. No negative marking for MSQ & NAT. |
Marking Scheme of GATE CSE:
| Stream/Course | Subject | Total No. of Questions | Marks Allotted |
| Computer Science | General Aptitude | 10 | 15 |
| Engineering Mathematics | 10 | 13 | |
| Computer Science Subjects | 45 | 72 | |
| Total | 65 | 100 |
GATE Computer Engineering Paper Analysis
IIT Kanpur will conduct the GATE 2023 exam on 4th, 5th, 11th and 12th February, 2023. You can find more details below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Question Type | 15 MSQs
16 NATQs 24 MCQs |
| Difficulty Level | Moderate to Tough |
| Computer Networks | Highest Weightage in the Paper |
| Engineering Mathematics | 6 Marks |
| Discrete Mathematics | 9 Marks |
| General Aptitude | Relatively Tough |
GATE Computer Engineering Results Analysis
GATE CS Topper Marks by Year
| Year | Paper | Marks | Score |
| 2022 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 81 | 1000 |
| 2021 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 87.81 | 1000 |
| 2020 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 91 | 1000 |
| 2019 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 88.67 | 1000 |
| 2018 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 83.33 | 1000 |
| 2017 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 86.38 | 1000 |
GATE Computer Engineering Cutoff Over Years
| Year | Paper | GEN | OBC | SC/ST/PH |
| 2022 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| 2021 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 26.1 | 23.4 | 17.4 |
| 2020 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 28.5 | 25.6 | 19 |
| 2019 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 29.5 | 26.6 | 19.7 |
| 2018 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| 2017 | Computer Science Engineering (CS) | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
The graph shows the CS cutoff trend of the last 5 years:
GATE Important Topics for CS Exam Preparation
Based on the previous years’ question papers, we have listed the most important topics from the technical subjects of Computer Science Engineering are listed below:
| S. No. | Subject | Important Topics |
| 1. | Digital Logic | Logic Gates |
| Number System | ||
| Sequential Circuits | ||
| Combinational Circuits | ||
| Minimization of Boolean Expressions | ||
| 2. | Computer Organization and Architecture | Pipelining |
| Addressing Modes | ||
| I/O Data Transfer | ||
| Cache Organization | ||
| Number Representation | ||
| 3. | Programming and Data Structures | Queue |
| Trees | ||
| Graphs | ||
| Stacks | ||
| Recursive Programs | ||
| 4 | Algorithms | Heaps |
| Graph Algorithms | ||
| Sorting Algorithms | ||
| Algorithm Analysis | ||
| Divide and Conquer & Greedy Algorithms | ||
| 5. | Theory of Computation | DFA |
| Undecidability | ||
| Regular Languages | ||
| Closure Properties | ||
| Regular Expressions | ||
| 6. | Compiler Design | LR Parsers |
| LL (1) Parser | ||
| Predictive Parser | ||
| Lexical Analysis and Syntax Analysis | ||
| Intermediate Code Generation & Its Purpose | ||
| 7. | Operating Systems | Virtual Memory |
| CPU Scheduling Algorithms | ||
| Techniques of Memory Management | ||
| Implementation Issues of File System Design | ||
| Synchronization Mechanisms, Concurrency in IPC Environment |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a CS student take the GATE exam?
Yes, any B. tech graduate from the CS stream can write the GATE exam.
How hard is the GATE computer science exam?
On the basis of the last few years, the exam is moderate to easy.
Can Gate CSE be prepared in 6 months?
Yes, students with good basic understanding can crack GATE in 6 months. Also, some students go for coaching. Explore BYJU’S online coaching for preparation.
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