GATE 2025 Notification Released: B.Pharm and Pharm.D Graduates Eligible to Apply
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 notification has been officially released, offering a remarkable opportunity for B.Pharm and Pharm.D graduates to showcase their academic prowess. Administered by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, this national-level entrance exam is a gateway for candidates aspiring to pursue postgraduate programs such as M.Pharm, M.Tech, and PhD in prestigious institutions across India.
GATE 2025 serves not only as an eligibility test for admissions but also plays a significant role in recruitment for public sector undertakings (PSUs) and various government bodies. This year, the GATE exam includes the Pharmaceutical Sciences (PH) paper, ensuring that pharmacy graduates are eligible to participate and advance their careers in both academic and industrial sectors.
The online registration process is set to begin soon, and candidates are encouraged to submit their applications within the stipulated time frame. Detailed eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and important dates can be found on the official GATE 2025 website. With a well-structured preparation plan, aspirants can leverage this golden opportunity to elevate their careers and access exciting prospects in pharmaceutical sciences.
For more information and to stay updated on the latest notifications, visit the official GATE 2025 website.
GATE 2025 Eligibility Criteria Key Highlights
| GATE 2025 Exam Eligibility Criteria Key Highlights | |
| GATE eligibility parameter | Eligibility |
| Nationality | Indian as well as international students can apply for GATE exam. |
| Academic Qualification | > Candidates must have passed graduation in engineering/technology or Master’s degree in any relevant science subject. > Candidates in the3rd year or final year of their qualifying degree are also eligible to appear for GATE 2025 > Candidates who have obtained/are pursuing their qualifying degree from countries other than India: Must be currently in the 3rd or higher years or completed their Bachelor’s degree (duration: at least 3 years) in Engineering / Technology / Science / Arts / Commerce. |
| GATE 2025 Age Limit | There is no age limit for GATE exam |
Professional Societies Conducting Examination Equivalent to B.E./B.Tech
Following is a list of acceptable professional institutes whose degree is accepted for GATE exam 2025.
- The Institution of Engineers (India) (IE)
- The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
- The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE)
- The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI)
- The Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, including Polymer and Environmental Group (IIChemE)
- The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM)
- The Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIIE)
Application Fee for the GATE 2025
Candidates need to pay the appropriate amount of application fee, which varies according to the categories for which they are applying, to submit the GATE Application Form 2025. Candidates have the option of paying the GATE 2025 Application Fee via the online route utilizing a variety of payment methods.
| GATE 2025 Application Fees | ||
| Category | Normal Application Fee | Late Application Fee |
| Women Applicants | INR 900 | INR 1,400 |
| SC/ ST/ PWD Applicants | INR 900 | INR 1,400 |
| All Other Applicants, Including International Students | INR 1,400 | INR 2,300 |
GATE 2025 Exam Date
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 schedule has been officially released, providing important dates for candidates aspiring to appear in the prestigious exam. The online application portal (GOAPS) opens on August 24, 2024, with the regular registration deadline set for September 26, 2024. An extended registration period with a late fee will be available until October 7, 2024.
Candidates have until November 6, 2024, to make changes in their application details. The admit cards will be available for download starting January 2, 2025, with the GATE 2025 exam scheduled across two weekends: February 1-2, 2025, and February 15-16, 2025. Results will be announced on March 19, 2025, followed by the release of scorecards on March 28, 2025. Candidates can download their scorecards for free until May 31, 2025, after which a fee of Rs. 500 will be applicable until December 31, 2025.
GATE 2025 Exam Pattern
The official website of the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, has just published an announcement on the GATE Exam Pattern 2025. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering examination has, for the most part, maintained a format that is almost the same throughout recent history. On this website, however, candidates will be able to obtain the most recent information in case there are any modifications.
| Particulars | Description |
| Number of Sections | Two/Three (depending on the paper) |
| GATE Negative Marking | ● For 1 mark MCQ, 1/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer; ● For 2-mark MCQ, 2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer; ● No negative marking for MSQs and NATs |
| Section-wise Weightage | ● General Aptitude – 15 marks; ● Core Discipline – 85 marks |
| No. of questions | 65 |
| Type of questions | ● Multiple choice questions (MCQ); ● Multiple select questions (MSQ); ● Numerical Answer type (NAT) |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Section-wise Number of Questions | ● General Aptitude – 10 questions; ● Core Discipline – 55 questions |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Marking Scheme | Each correct answer in the exam will be awarded either 1 or 2 marks |
| Exam mode | Single-paper Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Administrative Institutes of GATE 2025 Exam
The GATE exam is held by the eight zones that have been shared in the table below.
| Zone | Administering Institute | Zonal Websites |
| Zone-1 | Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru | https://gate.iisc.ac.in |
| Zone-2 | Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | https://gate.itb.ac.in |
| Zone-3 | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | http://gate.iidd.ac.in |
| Zone-4 | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati | https://iitg.ac.in/gate-jam |
| Zone-5 | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur | https://gate.itk.ac.in |
| Zone-6 | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | https://gate.iitkgp.ac.in |
| Zone-7 | Indian Institute of Technology Madras | http://gate.iitm.ac.in |
| Zone-8 | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee | https://gate2025.iitr.ac.in |
How to Register Online for GATE 2025 Exam?
The GATE 2025 application form can be filled in online mode only from 24th August 2024 onwards. Candidates must ensure that they fill out the GATE online form correctly. Candidates must ensure that they have filled out the application form correctly, uploaded the documents correctly and paid the application fee. The steps for GATE login are as follows:
- To successfully fill out the GATE 2025 application form, candidates must first visit the GOAPS portal to register themselves for the examination.
- On successful completion of the registration for the exam, a unique enrollment ID shall be sent to the candidates’ email ID and contact number.
- Login or proceed to complete the application process for the GATE 2025 exam.
- The next step is to upload the documents and pay the application fee.
- Once it is done, ensure that you take the printout of the GATE application form for further reference.
