I have got less than 60 % in B.Tech. Can I get admission in M.Tech in IITs or NITs by qualifying GATE exam?

I belong to OBC category.

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Yes, even if you have less than 60% in your B.Tech, you can still get admission to an M.Tech programme in IITs or NITs by qualifying the GATE exam, as the primary selection criteria for M.Tech admissions in these institutes is your GATE score, not just your B.Tech percentage; however, some institute

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a year ago

Securing less than 60% in B.Tech making tough cnaces for nit, IIT or iiits even after qualifying GATE exam with a decent socre.If you belongs to a particular community (that you are not, makes impossible to take admission) than could be possible.For the latest and official statement please visit t

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