JEE Main 2026: Result (Live), Dates, Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus
30 Oct '25 - 26 Dec '25
Updated on 28 Feb 2026
By Sakshi Rajawat, Content Writer
GATE SYLLABUS 2026 - IIT Guwahati has released the official GATE syllabus 2026 for all 30 papers. Candidates must prepare according to the latest topics. The GATE exam 2026 tests the core engineering knowledge of students. This syllabus helps students focus on high-weightage areas. It ensures systematic preparation for the national-level entrance exam.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is highly competitive. IIT Guwahati acts as the organizing institute this year. The GATE syllabus PDF is available on the official website. This page provides a comprehensive guide to the GATE 2026 syllabus. Students can find detailed tables for all major engineering branches below.
The official GATE 2026 exam dates are crucial for every aspirant. The GATE exam follows a strict timeline.
| Event | Official Date |
| GATE 2026 Official Notification | August 2025 |
| Start of Online Registration | August 28, 2025 |
| End of Registration (Regular) | September 26, 2025 |
| End of Registration (With Late Fee) | October 7, 2025 |
| GATE Admit Card Availability | January 2, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 |
| GATE Answer Key Release | February 19, 2026 |
| GATE Result Declaration | March 16, 2026 |
| GATE Scorecard Download Starts | March 23, 2026 |
GATE 2026 syllabus structure is divided into three parts for most papers. The total marks are 100. The total number of questions is 65.
General Aptitude (GA): Common for all candidates (15 Marks).
Engineering Mathematics: Mandatory for most engineering codes (13 Marks).
Core Subject Knowledge: Focuses on the chosen engineering branch (72 Marks).
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
| General Aptitude | 5 (1 mark) + 5 (2 marks) | 1 & 2 | 15 Marks |
| Subject Section | 25 (1 mark) + 30 (2 marks) | 1 & 2 | 85 Marks |
| Grand Total | 65 Questions | 100 Marks |
Downloading the GATE syllabus PDF is the first step for students. It allows for offline access to all chapters. The IIT Guwahati GATE syllabus portal provides individual links for 30 subjects. Each PDF contains the detailed technical topics and sub-topics. Candidates should print the GATE syllabus 2026 for their study desk.
The General Aptitude section is compulsory for all 30 GATE papers. It tests basic logic and language skills. This section is highly scoring for well-prepared students.
| Category | Topics Included |
| Verbal Aptitude | Grammar, Articles, Tenses, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Narrative Sequencing. |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Percentages, Ratios, Powers, Exponents, Series, Data Interpretation, Statistics. |
| Analytical Aptitude | Logic, Deduction, Induction, Analogy, Numerical Reasoning, Relations. |
| Spatial Aptitude | Transformation of shapes, Paper folding, Mirroring, 2D and 3D visualization. |
Engineering Mathematics is common to many papers (ME, CE, CS, EE, EC, etc.). It carries a significant weightage of 13 marks in GATE Exam 2026.
| Section | Key Topics and Sub-topics |
| Linear Algebra | Matrix Algebra, Systems of Linear Equations, Eigenvalues, and Eigenvectors. |
| Calculus | Limits, Continuity, Differentiability, Maxima and Minima, Multiple Integrals, Fourier Series. |
| Differential Equations | First Order Equations, Higher Order Linear Equations, Cauchy’s and Euler’s Equations. |
| Complex Variables | Analytic Functions, Cauchy-Riemann Equations, Cauchy’s Integral Theorem, Residues. |
| Probability & Stats | Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation, Random Variables, Poisson Distribution. |
| Numerical Methods | Solutions of Non-linear Equations, Integration by Trapezoidal and Simpson’s Rules. |
GATE 2026 Mechanical Engineering syllabus is broad. It includes design, thermal, and manufacturing sections.
| Section | Topic | Key Sub-topics |
| Section 1: Applied Mechanics & Design | Engineering Mechanics | Equilibrium, Trusses, Frames, Virtual Work, Impulse, and Momentum. |
| Mechanics of Materials | Stress/Strain, Elastic Constants, Poisson’s Ratio, Bending Moment, Torsion. | |
| Theory of Machines | Displacement, Velocity/Acceleration Analysis, Cams, Gears, and Gear Trains. | |
| Vibrations | Free/Forced Vibration, Single Degree of Freedom, Whirling of Shafts. | |
| Machine Design | Design for Static/Dynamic Loading, Shafts, Gears, Brakes, and Clutches. | |
| Section 2: Fluid Mechanics & Thermal Sciences | Fluid Mechanics | Fluid Properties, Manometry, Buoyancy, Bernoulli’s Equation, Viscous Flow |
| Heat-Transfer | Conduction, Thermal Resistance, Fins, Heat Exchangers, Stefan-Boltzmann Law | |
| Thermodynamics | Systems, Zeroth, First and Second Law, Entropy, Pure Substances | |
| Applications | Power Engineering, Steam Tables, Rankine/Otto Cycles, Refrigeration | |
| Section 3: Materials & Manufacturing | Engineering Materials | Structure and Properties of Materials, Phase Diagrams, Heat Treatment |
| Casting & Forming | Types of Casting, Design of Patterns, Plastic Deformation, Forging, Rolling | |
| Machining | Mechanics of Machining, Tool Life, Economics of Machining, CNC Programming. | |
| Industrial Engineering | Forecasting, Inventory Control, Scheduling, PERT and CPM, Linear Programming. |
The CSE syllabus focuses on computational logic and systems. It is divided into ten core sections.
| Section | Important Chapters |
| Digital Logic | Boolean Algebra, Logic Gates, Number Representations, Finite State Machines. |
| Computer Organization | Machine Instructions, Addressing Modes, ALU, Control Unit, Pipelining, Cache Memory. |
| Programming and DS | Programming in C, Recursion, Arrays, Stacks, Queues, Linked Lists, Trees, Binary Search Trees. |
| Algorithms | Searching, Sorting, Hashing, Graph Search, Shortest Paths, Dynamic Programming. |
| Theory of Computation | Regular Expressions, Finite Automata, Context-Free Grammars, Turing Machines. |
| Compiler Design | Lexical Analysis, Parsing, Syntax-Directed Translation, Intermediate Code Generation. |
| Operating System | System Calls, Processes, Threads, CPU Scheduling, Deadlock, Virtual Memory. |
| Databases | ER-model, Relational Model, SQL, Integrity Constraints, Normalization, Transactions. |
| Computer Networks | OSI Model, Layering, TCP/UDP, IPV4/IPV6, Routing Algorithms, Network Security. |
The EE syllabus introduces students to basic electrical concepts and machine operation. The Detailed EE Syllabus Table are given below for GATE Exam 2026:
| Section | Core Topics |
| Electric Circuits | KCL, KVL, Node and Mesh Analysis, Network Theorems, Sinusoidal Steady-State. |
| Electromagnetic Fields | Coulomb's Law, Electric Field Intensity, Gauss's Law, Divergence, Magnetic Circuits. |
| Signals and Systems | Continuous-time and Discrete-time Signals, LTI Systems, Fourier Series, Z-transform. |
| Electrical Machines | Single Phase Transformer, DC Machines, Synchronous Machines, Induction Motors |
| Power Systems | Power Generation, Transmission Lines, Fault Analysis, Stability, Protection. |
| Control Systems | Transfer Functions, Block Diagrams, Root Loci, Bode and Nyquist Plots |
| Electrical Measurements | Bridges, Potentiometers, Measurement of Power, Energy, and Phase. |
| Analog & Digital | Characteristics of Diodes, BJT, MOSFET, Logic Gates, Multiplexers. |
| Power Electronics | Rectifiers, Choppers, Inverters, Static V-I Characteristics |
ECE students focus heavily on communication systems and VLSI technology.
| Section | Key Technical Areas |
| Networks | Network Graphs, Nodal and Mesh Analysis, Transient Response, Two-port Networks. |
| Signals and Systems | Signal Transmission through LTI Systems, Sampling Theorem, DFT and FFT. |
| Electronic Devices | P-N Junction, Zener Diode, BJT, MOS Capacitor, MOSFET, LED, Solar Cell. |
| Analog Circuits | Small Signal Equivalent Circuits, Op-amps, Active Filters, Sinusoidal Oscillators. |
| Digital Circuits | Combinational Circuits, Sequential Circuits, Data Converters (ADC/DAC). |
| Control Systems | Feedback Principle, Frequency Response, State Space Analysis. |
| Communications | AM, FM, PM, Digital Communication, PCM, DPCM, Information Theory. |
| Electromagnetics | Maxwell’s Equations, Plane Waves, Transmission Lines, Antennas. |
Civil Engineering syllabus of GATE Exam 2026 includes infrastructure design and environmental studies. Below are the Detailed CE Syllabus Table for GATE 2026:
| Section | Topics and Sub-topics |
| Structural Engineering | Engineering Mechanics, Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Concrete Structures. |
| Geotechnical Engineering | Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering, Compaction, Consolidation. |
| Water Resources | Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics, Hydrology, Irrigation Engineering. |
| Environmental Engineering | Water Quality, Water Treatment, Air Pollution, Noise Pollution. |
| Transportation | Highway Planning, Traffic Engineering, Pavement Design, Airport Surveying. |
| Geomatics Engineering | Surveying, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, GIS, GPS. |
GATE 2026 exam introduces the new Energy Science XE-T section as its first time for this specific test. The GATE exam assesses candidates through this section which requires knowledge about contemporary sustainable energy approaches that engineers will use in future developments. Candidates should check the GATE syllabus 2026 for this specialized section.
| Category | Focus Area for GATE 2026 |
| Energy Conversion | Thermodynamics of energy systems and efficient power cycles. |
| Solar Energy | Photovoltaic systems and solar thermal power collection techniques. |
| Nuclear Energy | Basic physics of fission and fusion energy processes. |
| Energy Storage | Advanced battery technology and mechanical flywheel storage systems. |
| Environment | Global emissions, sustainability, and environmental impact studies. |
Students can follow these steps to get the GATE syllabus PDF.
Visit the official website of IIT Guwahati GATE 2026.
Click on the 'Syllabus' tab in the navigation menu.
Select the desired paper code (e.g., ME, CE, CS).
The GATE syllabus 2026 for that subject will open.
Click the download icon to save the file.
The students should follow the following Preparation tips for GATE Exam 2026:
Analyze the GATE sectional paper weightage carefully.
Start with Engineering Mathematics and General Aptitude.
Use standard reference books recommended by toppers.
Solve at least 10 years of previous GATE questions.
Take weekly mock tests to improve speed.
Revise formula sheets every day.
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