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GATE Computer Science (CS) 2022: Exam Date, Registration, Syllabus, Books, Papers, Notification

GATE Computer Science (CS) 2022: Exam Date, Registration, Syllabus, Books, Papers, Notification

Updated: 03.06.2021 By: Team Gatenotes

GATE Computer Science 2022 is a test for Computer Science graduates and others who want to apply to IITs, NITs, and IIITs for MTech, ME, and PhD programmes. Check out the GATE CS exam dates 2022, new subjects, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, preparation material, and more.

GATE Computer Science (CS) Notification 2022

IIT Kharagpur will release the GATE Computer Science 2022 Notification. It is expected that you will be able to download the GATE CS exam notification starting in July 2021. The GATE CS online registration date, on the other hand, will be announced in the second or third week of September 2021.

Every year, the GATE exam is held for engineering students in their third or final year to gain admission to NITs, IITs, or other premier institutions to pursue M.Tech courses, or to get a job in a PSU. There is no upper age limit for taking the GATE exam. However, one must meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the notification.

GATE Computer Science Exam Notification 2022 (Available Soon)

The GATE Computer Science exam date 2022, as well as other important dates, will be released along with the GATE CS 2022 information brochure. GATE CS 2022 registration information, eligibility criteria, fee, syllabus, exam pattern, important dates, and other information can be found here.

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GATE Computer Science 2022 Important Dates

The exact dates for GATE CS 2022 will be updated here once they are officially released. Meanwhile, you can look up the tentative dates for GATE CS 2022 so you can plan your online application strategy.

Events GATE CS Exam Date

GATE CSE Exam 2022 Notification Release

3rd week of July 2021

GATE CSE 2022 Application Form Release 

2nd week of September 2021

Last Day to Fill GATE 2022 Application Form 

1st week of November 2021

GATE CS 2022 Form Correction 

2nd to 3rd week of November 2021

GATE Computer Science 2022 Admit Card Release 

2nd week of January 2022

GATE Computer Science (CS) 2022 Exam Date

1st to 2nd week of February 2022

GATE CS 2022 Result date

3rd week of March 2022

New Changes in GATE 2022 Exam

According to a meeting held by the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE on Saturday, May 22nd, major changes to the GATE 2022 Exam Papers were made.

1.Two new papers, Marine Engineering & Naval Architecture as one of the papers, and Geomatics Engineering have been introduced in GATE 2022.

2.Thus, from 2022 onwards, GATE will have 29 papers instead of 27 papers.

3.Earlier, two new papers, Environmental Science & Engineering and Humanities and Social Science were introduced by IIT Bombay for GATE 2021 Exam, making a total of 27 papers.

4.In view of the COVID 19 pandemic, there will be an increase in the number of exam centres. Place such as Shirdi, Latur, Akola, and Dhule will be there for the candidates to elect as exam centres for GATE 2022 exam.

GATE Computer Science (CS) Eligibility Criteria 2022

The eligibility criteria for GATE CS 2021 have been relaxed, according to the GATE 2021 notification. As a result, you can expect the GATE CS Eligibility criteria for the GATE 2022 exam to be the same. The following are the GATE 2022 eligibility criteria.

1. An applicant studying in the 3rd or higher years of any UG degree is eligible to appear for GATE-2022 examination.

2. Also, Candidates who have completed any degree program in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Science / Commerce / Arts are eligible to apply.

Criteria Eligibility

Nationality

  • There is no limitation on the nationality for the GATE 2022 examination.

Age Limit

There is no upper age limit to appear for the GATE CS 2022 examination.

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GATE Computer Science (CS) Registration 2022

In the second or third week of September 2021, the GATE Computer Science Online Application Form is expected to open. The exact online application deadline for GATE CS 2022 will be announced once the notification is officially released by IIT Kharagpur. The direct link to apply for GATE CS online will be updated here once the exam has been released.

GATE Exam Pattern 2024: Key Highlights

Particulars Details

Examination Mode

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Duration

3 Hours

Number of Subjects (Papers)

27

Sections

General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Selected Subject

Type of Questions

  • 1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • 2. Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and/or
  • 3. Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions

Questions test these abilities

  • 1. Recall
  • 2. Comprehension
  • 3. Application
  • 4. Analysis and Synthesis

Number of Questions

10 (GA) + 55 (subject) = 65 Questions

Distribution of Marks in all Papers EXCEPT papers AR, CY, EY, GG, MA, PH, XH and XL

General Aptitude: 15 Marks + Engineering Mathematics: 13 Marks + Subject Questions: 72 Marks = Total: 100 Marks

Distribution of Marks in papers AR, CY, EY, GG, MA, PH, XH and XL

General Aptitude: 15 Marks + Subject Questions: 85 Marks = Total: 100 Marks

Marking Scheme

All of the questions will be of 1 mark or 2 marks

GATE Computer Science (CS) Syllabus 2022

It is very important to understand the entire GATE Computer Science 2022 Examination pattern in order to crack the GATE Computer Science exam.

To make your task easier, here is the detailed GATE Computer Science syllabus.

Sections Section Name
Section 1 Engineering Mathematics
Section 2 Digital Logic
Section 3 Computer Organization and Architecture
Section 4 Programming and Data Structures
Section 5 Algorithms
Section 6 Theory of Computation
Section 7 Compiler Design
Section 8 Operating System
Section 9 Databases
Section 10 Computer Networks

You can download GATE Computer Science syllabus PDF along with the weightage.

GATE Subject-Wise Weightage Analysis For CSE

Understanding the GATE syllabus with Subject wise weighting analysis will help the candidates set the preparation time for high score subjects. The GATE paper section for the CS & IT exam is divided into three sections and the GATE marks are divided accordingly between Core Subject, Engineering Mathematics and General Aptitude . Check Subject-wise weighting for GATE CS & IT Paper:

GATE CSE 2021 Exam Analysis
GATE SUBJECTS GATE 2014 GATE 2015 GATE 2016 GATE 2017 GATE 2018 GATE 2019 GATE 2020 GATE 2021 GATE 2022
Engineering Mathematics* 23% 19% 13.75% 8% 7% 6% 5% 9% 7%
Discrete Mathematics & Graph Theory 12.7% 11% 3.5% 7% 12% 5% 10% 8% 11%
Design & Analysis Algorithms 8% 7.5% 10.75% 5.5% 7% 7% 6% 11% 6%
Programming & Data Structure 13% 18% 10.75% 14.5% 10% 12% 12% 8% 14%
Digital Logic 5% 7% 5% 5% 4% 9% 4% 5% 6%
Computer Organization* 8% 5% 7% 9% 11% 3% 11% 6% 4%
Theory Of Computation 6% 6% 9.25% 9.5% 7% 8% 9% 8% 6%
Compiler design 3% 2% 3.5% 4% 6% 6% 4% 7% 5%
Operating Systems* 7% 8% 16.5% 10% 10% 10% 10% 6% 8%
DBMS* 8% 5% 4.75% 6% 4% 8% 8% 8% 9%
Computer Networks 9% 8% 9% 6.5% 7% 10% 6% 9% 9%
General Aptitude* 15% 15% 15% 15% 15% 15% 15% 15% 15%
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Best GATE Computer Science Books 2022

If you're aiming to crack the GATE exam, it's essential to prepare the best books to reach your goal easily. To improve your planning, we have prepared a list of the best GATE Computer Science books.

Topic Book Name Author
Programming & Data Structure   The C Programming language (Edition 2) Brian W. Kernighan, Dennis M. Ritchie
Classic Data Structures (Edition 2) Debasis Samanta
Algorithms Introduction to Algorithms (Edition 3) Thomas H. Cormen, Charles E. Leiserson,  Ronald L. Rivest, Clifford Stein
Computer Networks Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach (Edition 6) James F. Kurose, Keith W. Ross
Operating Systems Operating System Concepts (Edition 8) Silberschatz, Galvin, Gagne
Databases Database System Concepts (Edition 6) Silberschatz, Sudarshan, Korth
Theory of Computation An Introduction to Formal Languages and Automata (Edition 5) Peter Linz
Computer Organization & Architecture Computer Organization and Architecture (Edition 7) Hamacher, Vranesic, Zaky
Digital Logic Digital Logic & Computer Design (Edition 1) M. Morris Mano
Complier Logic Compilers: Principles, Techniques and Tools (Edition 2) Alfred V. Aho, Ravi Sethi, D. Jeffrey Ulman
Engineering Mathematics Higher Engineering Mathematics (Edition 43) B. S. Grewal, Edition
Aptitude A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning (Edition: Revised) R.S. Aggarwal
Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations (Edition 7) R.S. Aggarwal

GATE Computer Science (CS) Previous Year Question Paper

We urge you to solve GATE CS Previous Year Question Paper in order to improve your preparations. GATE previous year's papers will not only help you understand the GATE exam pattern, but will also help you understand the difficulty level.

GATE Exam Question Paper PDF Answer Key PDF Solution PDF
GATE CSE 2023 GATE CSE 2023 Question Paper GATE CSE 2023 Answer Key GATE CSE 2023 Paper Solution-1(Byju's)
GATE CSE 2023 Paper Solution-2(IESMaster)
GATE CSE 2022 GATE CSE 2022 Question Paper GATE CSE 2022 Answer Key GATE CSE 2022 Paper Solution-1(MadeEasy)
GATE CSE 2022 Paper Solution-2(IESMaster)
GATE CSE 2021 Set 1 GATE CSE 2021 Question Paper GATE CSE 2021 Answer Key GATE CSE 2021 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2021 Set 2 GATE CSE 2021 Question Paper GATE CSE 2021 Answer Key GATE CSE 2021 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2020 GATE CSE 2020 Question Paper GATE CSE 2020 Answer Key GATE CSE 2020 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2019 GATE CSE 2019 Question Paper GATE CSE 2019 Answer Key GATE CSE 2019 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2018 GATE CSE 2018 Question Paper GATE CSE 2018 Answer Key GATE CSE 2018 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2017 Set 1 GATE CSE 2017 Question Paper GATE CSE 2017 Answer Key GATE CSE 2017 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2017 Set 2 GATE CSE 2017 Question Paper GATE CSE 2017 Answer Key GATE CSE 2017 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2016 Set 1 GATE CSE 2016 Question Paper GATE CSE 2016 Answer Key GATE CSE 2016 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2016 Set 2 GATE CSE 2016 Question Paper GATE CSE 2016 Answer Key GATE CSE 2016 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2015 Set 1 GATE CSE 2015 Question Paper GATE CSE 2015 Answer Key GATE CSE 2015 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2015 Set 2 GATE CSE 2015 Question Paper GATE CSE 2015 Answer Key GATE CSE 2015 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2015 Set 3 GATE CSE 2015 Question Paper GATE CSE 2015 Answer Key GATE CSE 2015 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2014 Set 1 GATE CSE 2014 Question Paper GATE CSE 2014 Answer Key GATE CSE 2014 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2014 Set 2 GATE CSE 2014 Question Paper GATE CSE 2014 Answer Key GATE CSE 2014 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2014 Set 3 GATE CSE 2014 Question Paper GATE CSE 2014 Answer Key GATE CSE 2014 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2013 GATE CSE 2013 Question Paper GATE CSE 2013 Answer Key GATE CSE 2013 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2012 GATE CSE 2012 Question Paper GATE CSE 2012 Answer Key GATE CSE 2012 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2011 GATE CSE 2011 Question Paper GATE CSE 2011 Answer Key GATE CSE 2011 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2010 GATE CSE 2010 Question Paper GATE CSE 2010 Answer Key GATE CSE 2010 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2009 GATE CSE 2009 Question Paper GATE CSE 2009 Answer Key GATE CSE 2009 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2008 GATE CSE 2008 Question Paper GATE CSE 2008 Answer Key GATE CSE 2008 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2007 GATE CSE 2007 Question Paper GATE CSE 2007 Answer Key GATE CSE 2007 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2006 GATE CSE 2006 Question Paper GATE CSE 2006 Answer Key GATE CSE 2006 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2005 GATE CSE 2005 Question Paper GATE CSE 2005 Answer Key GATE CSE 2005 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2004 GATE CSE 2004 Question Paper GATE CSE 2004 Answer Key GATE CSE 2004 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2003 GATE CSE 2003 Question Paper GATE CSE 2003 Answer Key GATE CSE 2003 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2002 GATE CSE 2002 Question Paper GATE CSE 2002 Answer Key GATE CSE 2002 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2001 GATE CSE 2001 Question Paper GATE CSE 2001 Answer Key GATE CSE 2001 Paper Solution
GATE CSE 2000 GATE CSE 2000 Question Paper GATE CSE 2000 Answer Key GATE CSE 2000 Paper Solution

GATE Previous Year Cut Off

GATE Cut off marks are the minimum marks a candidate needs to qualify for the GATE Exam. Applicants may check the official cut-off for GATE 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014.

Applicants can take a look at the GATE Previous Year Cut Off Marks.

GATE Computer Science (CS) Admit Card 2022

You will be able to download GATE CS (Computer Science) Admit Card starting a few days before the GATE online examination, and it will be available on the GATE official website or the GOAPS portal. At least 10 days before the exam date, the GATE CS 2022 admit card will be released. The link to download the GATE CS admit card will be updated here once it is available.

How to download GATE CS Admit Card 2022?

1. Visit the official website of IIT Kharagpur or the GOAPS portal.

2. Click on the 'GATE 2022 admit card' link.

3. Enter your login credentials.

4. Click on the log in button

5. The GATE 2022 CS Admit Card will be displayed on the screen. Download it and take its printout.

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GATE CS Result 2022

The official website of the participating institute, IIT Kharagpur, will post the GATE CS result 2022. GATE Result 2022 will be announced in March 2022, according to previous years' trends. This page will be updated with a direct link to the GATE CS final result. Between March 26th and May 31st, 2022 (tentative), qualified candidates' GATE 2022 Scorecards can be downloaded for free.


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