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The GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) for admission to postgraduate courses in Engineering, Technology, and Architecture. The GATE 2022 exam was held on February 5, 6, 12, and 13, 2022. In case of any queries related to GATE 2022, candidates can contact the GATE 2022 office or the zonal GATE offices. The contact details are available on the official website of GATE. Some common queries that candidates may have regarding GATE 2022 include:
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Cut-off marks and qualifying criteria related queries
Counselling and admission related queries.

The exam consists of two papers, namely Paper 1 and Paper 2. Here are the key differences between the two papers:
Paper 1: This paper is common for all candidates, and it includes questions on General Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics. The General Aptitude section tests the candidate's verbal and numerical ability, while the Engineering Mathematics section tests the candidate's knowledge of mathematical concepts relevant to engineering and technology. Paper 2: This paper is specific to the candidate's chosen subject. The subject-specific section includes questions on the candidate's core engineering discipline and tests their understanding of the subject. The main difference between Paper 1 and Paper 2 is that Paper 1 is common for all candidates, while Paper 2 is subject-specific.