What is GATE all about? Is it important for engineering? If yes, why? What all topics are included in it?

Currently, I am in 11th (Science faculty) and want to become a software engineer. Do I need to write GATE after completing B.Tech from CSE?

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Kolli Sudeepa | Beginner-Level 5

8 years ago

GATE Exam is a gateway for qualifying candidates to secure admission for various PG programs in IITs NITs and other centrally funded institutions. GATE score can also be used pursue your career in various PSUs Topics included is based on the group u r interested in. Go to the official website and se

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Kolli Sudeepa | Beginner-Level 5

8 years ago

Think nothing of it.

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Samarth Agarwal | Guide-Level 13

8 years ago

GATE is an exam for PG. It covers all subject in particular branch. It is important if you want to get job in government sector on basis of GATE score card. Also on basis of GATE score card you get admission through CCMT to IIT, IIIT, etc. But remember, it is quite tough exam but has many advantages

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Gaurav Singh | Beginner-Level 2

8 years ago

Thanks Samarth.

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