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GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE) Detailed Syllabus PDF Download

GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE) is for students from diversified engineering streams. It encompasses multiple disciplines and tends to cover generalized topics such as General Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics. However, the other specialized disciplines comprise Fluid Mechanics, Materials Science, Solid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, etc. This article deals with an in-depth look at the exam pattern, syllabus, and resources for candidates to prepare for their exams effectively.

Exam Pattern

GATE XE exam is divided into three parts: 

Exam Pattern for GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE)

Types of Questions:

Total Marks:

Time Duration:

Sections:

General Aptitude Section:

Marks Distribution:

XE Paper Sections

Key Dates

Key dates for the GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE) examination:

Event Date
GATE 2025 Notification Release August 30, 2024
Online Application Start Date September 3, 2024
Online Application End Date September 24, 2024
Extended Application Date October 1, 2024
Mock Test Availability October 10, 2024
Admit Card Release Date January 3, 2025
GATE 2025 Exam Dates February 3, 4, 10, and 11, 2025
Answer Key Release Date February 20, 2025
Objection Window Opens February 20, 2025
Objection Window Closes February 24, 2025
Final Answer Key Release March 6, 2025
Results Announcement Date March 23, 2025

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Syllabus

General Aptitude (GA)

Engineering Mathematics (XE-A)

Fluid Mechanics (XE-B)

Materials Science (XE-C)

Solid Mechanics (XE-D)

Thermodynamics (XE-E)

Polymer Science and Engineering (XE-F)

Download GATE 2025 Syllabus PDF

You can download the GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE) syllabus in PDF format from the link below:

GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE) Syllabus PDF

This syllabus will give you a comprehensive overview of the topics you need to focus on for the exam.

Preparation Tips

Best Books

  1. General Aptitude: A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal.
  2. Engineering Mathematics: Higher Engineering Mathematics by B.S. Grewal.
  3. Fluid Mechanics: Fluid Mechanics by Frank M. White.
  4. Materials Science: Materials Science and Engineering by William D. Callister.
  5. Solid Mechanics: Strength of Materials by Andrew Pytel.
  6. Thermodynamics: Engineering Thermodynamics by P.K. Nag.
  7. Polymer Science: Polymer Science and Technology by Joel R. Fried.

Conclusion

Good practice with a comprehensive understanding of the syllabus is required to prepare for the GATE 2025 Engineering Sciences (XE) paper. The key to taking this exam is to solve the numerical problems and strengthen the fundamentals alongside, the regular recall of the key concepts.

Call to Action

Start your GATE preparation by downloading the GATE 2025 XE syllabus PDF to work with the previous year's paper to be confident of facing the exams. Subscribe and get the latest updates study tips and materials. 

FAQ’s

Q1. How much time does the GATE XE exam consist of in total?

3 hours

Q2. Do I have to attempt General Aptitude for all sections?

Yes, General Aptitude is attempted by all candidates.

Q3. How many of the following sections can I choose in GATE XE?

There are 8 more sections from XE-B to XE-H.

Q4. What should I study for Mathematics?

Study with an emphasis on key concepts involving linear algebra, calculus, and differential equations.

Q5. Can I take more than one of the optional sections in the XE paper?

No, candidates can choose only one optional section in addition to the compulsory section of Engineering Mathematics.

 

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