GATE Mock Test for ECE

GATE ECE aspirants who dream of securing PSU jobs and admission to the most prestigious institutes for M.Sc. and M.Tech courses must attempt the GATE Mock Test for ECE. Mockers team experts have curated and brought the latest GATE ECE Free Mock Test to help you crack the GATE Electronics And Communications Examination. These tests are available in both Hindi and English languages to facilitate you with the best experiences. Practising the GATE Mock Test for Electronics And Communications is the best way to finish the GATE ECE Syllabus, build self-confidence and prepare efficiently. 

GATE Electronics And Communications Exam Overview

The GATE ECE examination is highly competitive, taking place once a year in February. It consists of three sections: Electronics And Communications and General Aptitude. The exam lasts for 3 hours and includes a total of 65 questions, with 55 questions covering Core GATE Electronics And Communications topics and 10 questions in the General Aptitude section. 

Feature	Details
Exam Name	Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)
Subject Covered	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
Exam Dates	February 11-12, 2024 (tentative)
Exam Mode	Online Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
Total Marks	100
Question Types	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions
Question Distribution	10 questions (15% weightage) - General Aptitude (Verbal Ability, Engineering Mathematics, Reasoning) 55 questions (72% weightage) - Core ECE subjects (Networks, Signals and Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Control Systems, Communications, Electromagnetics)
Marking Scheme	MCQs: +1 mark for correct answer, -1/3 mark for incorrect answer. MSQs: No negative markings. NATs: +1 mark for the correct answer, 0 for no or incorrect answer.
Syllabus	Available on the Mockers Online Platform
Important Dates	Online Application Closing Date: October 26, 2023 (tentative) Admit Card Download: January 9, 2024 (tentative)
Eligibility	BE/B. Tech or equivalent in ECE or related subjects
Application Fee	General/OBC (Non-creamy layer) - INR 750
Resources for Preparation	Previous year question papers and solutions, Test series and mock tests Study materials and books, Online coaching classes Coaching institutes

Year-Wise GATE Mock Test for ECE

Mockers online platform provides the year-wise collection of GATE Mock Test for ECE that aims for nothing but ultimate success of candidates in the GATE examination 2024. We mock test for ECE for the years 2024, 2022 and 2021 respectively. These sets are designed based on the latest GATE examination pattern, have all topics in a particular subject etc. Candidates must solve these tests to make their preparation strategy a great success. 

• GATE 2024 Mock Test for ECE
• GATE 2022 Mock Test for ECE
• GATE 2021 Mock Test for ECE

GATE ECE Free Mock Test in Hindi 

At Mockers, you can explore the opportunity to access the GATE ECE Free Mock Test in Hindi languages. This GATE Aspirants from Hindi medium can also opt for these test sets easily. It can give them the best actual exam experiences. They don’t have to face challenges to find GATE examination useful resources in Hindi on Mocers. You can also re-attempt the complete GATE ECE Free Mock Test in Hindi for your repetitional practices. 

GATE ECE Free Mock Test in English 

The GATE ECE Free Mock Test in English can be online accessed at Mockers online Platform free of cost. Practising the GATE ECE Free Mock Test with setting a timer can help candidates experience the actual GATE ECE questions. You get a good user-friendly interface on Mockers and can easily access tests free of cost.

GATE Exam Year-Wise Cutoff Lists for All Candidates (General, OBC, SC/ST, PwD)

Typically the GATE Examination cutoff list is released right after the declaration of results for all candidates. Below is a list prepared by team Mockers regarding the year-wise GATE cutoffs from 2022 to 2017 respectively. As the 2023 cutoff has not been declared yet by the examination authorities.GATE exam aspirants can use the below list to assume future cutoffs. They can make an in-depth comparative study of the below information.

Years	Branch	Category	General	OBC	SC/ST	PwD
2023 (Not Yet Released)	-	-	-	-	-	-
2022	Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)	General	750	700	632	550
-	Mechanical Engineering (ME)	General	800	750	675	600
-	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)	General	877	827	752	677
2021	Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)	General	76.1	71.4	64.4	57.8
-	Mechanical Engineering (ME)	General	78.4	73.1	66	58.8
-	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)	General	82.5	77.5	70.5	63.9
2020	Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)	General	73.4	68.1	61.1	54.5
-	Mechanical Engineering (ME)	General	75.2	70	63.2	56.6
-	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)	General	80.2	75.2	68.2	61.6
2019	Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)	General	72.0	66.7	59.7	53.1
-	Mechanical Engineering (ME)	General	73.4	68.1	61.1	54.5
-	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)	General	78.2	73.2	66.2	59.6
2018	Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)	General	69.0	63.7	56.7	50.1
-	Mechanical Engineering (ME)	General	70.4	65.1	58.1	51.5
-	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)	General	75.2	70.2	63.2	56.6
2017	Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)	General	72.0	66.7	59.7	53.1
-	Mechanical Engineering (ME)	General	73.4	68.1	61.1	54.5
-	Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)	General	78.2	73.2	66.2	59.6

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The Benefit of the GATE Mock Test for ECE

Having the GATE Mock Test for ECE with Answers is none other than a treat for GATE ECE aspirants. Some major academic benefits of these sets of ECE Mock tests are mentioned below:

• Identify Strengths and Weaknesses: With the help of the performance report of GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test generated by Mockers. Candidates can identify and work on their weak areas and strengthen their strong points this way. 

• Revision of All the Concepts: The GATE Mock Test for ECE is a collection of a wide range of questions that covers all the meta and micro concepts out of the GATE ECE syllabus. This way they get to make a quick revision of all the concepts so far.

• Score the Desired Marks: The GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test always turn out to bring the desired score which is achievable for GATE ECE aspirants.

• Manage Exam Anxieties: Solving the multiple sets of GATE Mock Test for ECE with Answers helps candidates manage their final Exam Anxieties, and they can overcome their fears.

• Available in Bilingual Language: One of the major advantages of the GATE Mock Test for Electronics And Communications is that it is available in bilingual languages of Hindi and English on Mockers.

Silent Features of GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test

The GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test comes with a few silent features that make the Mockers the most trustworthy platform.

• Instant Feedback: After submitting the GATE Mock Test for ECE at Mockers. We provide instant feedback and solutions to all questions. Candidates can move towards progress this way.

• 24×7 Accessibility: Mockers online platform has a specification that it can be accessed 24×7 from anywhere or from any device. This way GATE ECE aspirants don’t have to stop their learning this way.

• Wide Variety of Questions: Under the GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test, candidates get a wide variety of questions such as MCQs, MSQ and NAT questions. It collectively covers all topics from the GATE ECE Syllabus.

• Actual Exam Experiences: After solving the sets of GATE Mock Test for ECE with a timer of 3 hours. Candidates get the actual exam experience.

• AIR (All India Rank): After the final submission, candidates get an AIR (All India Rank) out of all the competitors. They can look at all the candidates who participated in this series of Mock Tests. 

 

Instructions Available in GATE ECE Free Mock Test

Mockers provides some general instructions to take the GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test to all the users of Mockers.

• The GATE ECE Mock Test comprised 2 sections, General Aptitude and Electronics and Communication Engineering MCQs.
• GATE ECE Free Mock Test comprises multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and numerical-type questions.
• Multiple-choice questions will have only 1 correct option.
• GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test consists of 1 and 2 mark(s) questions. 1/3rd mark(s) will be deducted for every wrong answer for MCQ-type questions only. No negative marks for numerical-type questions.

• In the General Aptitude section question number 1 to 5 are 1 mark questions and questions 6 to 10 are 2 marks. In the core section, questions 1 to 25 are 1 mark and questions 26 to 55 are two mark questions.
• No mark will be deducted for an un-attempted question.
• Candidates can change their answers by clicking on some other option.
• Do not click the button "submit test" before completing the test. A test once submitted cannot be resumed.

Step-By-Step Methods to Access GATE ECE Free Mock Test

The below-mentioned steps are compulsory to be followed by candidates to access the GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test easily.

• Search for Mockers.in and Click on the link.

• Click on the “Navigation Icon” Placed on the left side of the website’s logo.

• Reach on the “Examination Category” section and move to the next.

• Reach onto the ‘GATE’ and “Electronics and Computer Science” sections within the given section.

 

• Click on the “Electronics and Communications Mock tests” and get a collection of all the Mock tests in front of you.

However, after stepping forward to these steps, candidates can easily access the GATE Electronics And Communications Free Mock Test on Mockers. 

GATE ECE Exam Recommended Booklist 

The GATE ECE examination holds the utmost importance. Questions are asked by authorities out of whatever candidates have learned during their undergraduate courses. Thus, the ECE Exam works as an entry-level to different post-graduate courses in top colleges. However, below is a detailed list of subject-wise recommended books with specific authors mentioned to embark candidate's success and growth.

Subject	Book Title	Author(s)	Description
Engineering Mathematics	Higher Engineering Mathematics	B.S. Grewal	Comprehensive coverage of all relevant mathematical topics.
-	Engineering Mathematics through Solved Examples	Ganesh Rao	Excellent for practice and concept clarification.
Network Analysis	Fundamentals of Electric Circuits	Charles K. Alexander and Matthew N.O. Sadiku	Strong foundation in circuit analysis.
-	Network Analysis	M.E. Van Valkenburg	In-depth analysis of network theorems and techniques.
Control Systems	Control Systems Engineering	I.J. Nagrath and M. Gopal	Thorough explanation of control system concepts and design methods.
-	Modern Control Engineering	Katsuhiko Ogata	Advanced control theory and applications.
Signals and Systems	Signals and Systems	Alan V. Oppenheim and Alan S. Willsky	The standard reference for understanding signals and systems.
-	Discrete-Time Signal Processing	Alan V. Oppenheim and Ronald W. Schafer	Cover discrete-time systems and processing techniques.
Digital Circuits	Digital Design and Computer Architecture	David M. Harris and Sarah Harris	Comprehensive guide to digital design principles and circuits.
-	Fundamentals of Digital Logic with Verilog Design	Stephen Brown and Zvonko Vranesic	Introduction to Logic Design and Verilog HDL.
Electronic Devices and Circuits	Semiconductor Physics and Devices	Donald A. Neaman and Gerald M. D'Auria	Understanding of semiconductor materials and device operation.
-	Microelectronic Circuits: Theory and Applications	Adel S. Sedra and Kenneth C. Smith	Practical Design of analogue circuits with CMOS technology.
Electromagnetics	Principles of Electromagnetics	Sadiku Matthew N.O.	Fundamentals of Electro- magnetic fields and waves.
-	Engineering Electro-magnetics	William H. Hayt Jr. and John A. Buck	Advanced treatment of Electro-magnetin theory and applications.
Analog and Digital Communication	Communication Systems	Simon Haykin	Comprehensive coverage of analogue and digital communication systems.
-	Principles of Communication Systems	Herbert Taub and Donald L. Schilling	Classic textbook on communication principles and techniques.
General Aptitude	Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning	Arihant Experts	Practice material for verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions.
-	Quantitative Aptitude	R.S. Agarwal	Strengthening mathematical problem- solving skills.

GATE ECE Exam Syllabus

The GATE ECE Collective syllabus covers all the ECE topics such as Engineering Mathematics, Networks, Electronic Devices and Circuits, Signals and Systems, Control Systems, Digital Circuits, Analog Circuits, Communications, Electromagnetics, General Aptitude etc. Completing the GATE ECE Syllabus begins as a fundamental and foundational step towards ultimate GATE exam preparation. It can bring promising academic and professional results to GATE ECE Exam applicants.

Section	Sub-Topic	Weightage (%)	Description
1. Engineering Mathematics (22%)	Linear Algebra	8	Matrix algebra, systems of linear equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors
-	Calculus	8	Differentiation, integration, Laplace transforms, Fourier transforms
-	Differential Equations	6	Ordinary and partial differential equations, solution methods
-	Probability and Statistics	5	Random variables, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, estimation
-	Numerical Methods	5	Numerical differentiation and integration, root finding methods, solution of linear equations
2. Networks, Signals and Systems (15%)	Network Analysis	6	Circuit analysis techniques, network theorems, two-port networks
-	Signals and Systems	6	Continuous-time and discrete-time signals, Fourier analysis, Laplace and Z-transforms, system analysis and design
-	Control Systems	3	Modeling and analysis of control systems, stability analysis, design of controllers
3. Electronic Devices (12%)	Semiconductor Physics and Devices	6	Energy bands, carrier transport, diodes, transistors, other semiconductor devices
-	Integrated Circuits	4	Fabrication, CMOS technology, MOS circuits, operational amplifiers
-	Power Electronics	2	Power semiconductor devices, converters, inverters, motor control
4. Analog Circuits (15%)	Operational Amplifiers	5	Differential amplifiers, frequency response, applications
-	Oscillators and Timers	3	Phase-locked loops, multivibrators, timers, active filters
-	Power Amplifiers	3	Class A, B, and C amplifiers, distortion, efficiency
-	Analog Communication Circuits	4	Modulators, demodulators, mixers, filters, radio frequency circuits
5. Digital Circuits (13%)	Logic Design	5	Combinational and sequential circuits, state machines, Verilog HDL
-	Digital Memory and Programmable Logic Devices	3	RAM, ROM, Flash memory, PLDs, FPGAs
-	Microprocessors  and  Micro controllers	3	Architecture, instruction sets, interfacing, programming
-	Computer Organization and Embedded Systems	2	Bus architecture, memory hierarchy, I/O systems, embedded system design
6. Control Systems (10%)	Modeling and Analysis of Control Systems	4	State-space models, transfer functions, stability analysis, frequency response
-	Design of Control Systems	4	PID controllers, state feedback control, optimal control
-	Industrial Control Systems	2	SCADA systems, PLC programming, robot control
7. Communications (10%)	Analog Communication	4	Amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, pulse modulation, signal-to-noise ratio
-	Digital Communication	4	Digital modulation techniques, error correction coding, channel capacity
-	Optical Communication	2	Fiber optic communication systems, components, and applications
8. Electro- magnetics (3%)	Transmission Lines and Waveguides	2	Electromagnetic waves, transmission line theory, waveguides, antennas
-	Electro-magnetic Theory	1	Maxwell's equations, boundary conditions, radiation

GATE ECE Exam Analysis (5th February 2023)

The nature of the GATE ECE Examination was overall moderate held on 5th February 2023. The General Aptitude was straightforward, and Digital Circuits and Signals and Systems stood out in difficulty. Thus, In this paper, 60-65 scores are considered as a good attempt. Questions were primarily to analyse the core understanding of the concept.

Section	Difficulty Level	No. of Questions (1 Mark/2 Mark)	Weightage (1 Mark/2 Mark)	Key Observations
General Aptitude (GA)	Easy	12 (6/6)	15% (7.5%/7.5%)	Straightforward questions, similar to previous years.
Engineering Mathematics (EM)	Moderate	15 (8/7)	23% (11.5%/11.5%)	Focus on Probability & Statistics, Calculus, Linear Algebra.
Network Theory (NT)	Easy-Moderate	7 (4/3)	8% (4%/4%)	Direct application of concepts, less numerical calculations.
Analog Circuits (AC)	Moderate	9 (5/4)	12% (6%/6%)	Conceptual understanding and circuit analysis skills required.
Digital Circuits (DC)	Moderate	8 (5/3)	10% (5%/5%)	Emphasis on logic gates, combinational & sequential circuits.
Control Systems (CS)	Moderate	9 (5/4)	10% (5%/5%)	Time response and stability analysis, frequency domain concepts tested.
Signals & Systems (SS)	Moderate	9 (5/4)	12% (6%/6%)	Fourier analysis, Laplace transforms, and system design applications.
Communication Systems (CM)	Moderate	9 (5/4)	10% (5%/5%)	Analog & digital modulation techniques, signal transmission & reception.
Electromagnetics (EM)	Easy-Moderate	7 (4/3)	8% (4%/4%)	Focus on wave propagation, transmission lines, and antenna basics.
Electronic Devices & Circuits (EDC)	Moderate	7 (4/3)	10% (5%/5%)	BJT & MOSFET characteristics, amplifiers, and basic circuit applications.
Total	-	65 (32/33)	100% (50%/50%)	Overall paper was moderate, with easy GA and challenging topics like EM & CS.

GATE ECE Exam Pattern

The GATE ECE Exam pattern helps to evaluate candidates' understanding of different ECE topics and subjects. Under the GATE ECE questions - a diverse range of questions includes such MCQs, (1 marker), MCQs (2 Markers) NATs (Numerical Aptitude Questions) and MSQ (Multiple Select Questions) as a whole. These questions carry different marks weightage for different questions from different topics.

Question Type	Description	Example
MCQs (One-Mark)	Single correct answer from multiple choices.	Which of the following is a characteristic of an ideal op-amp? (a) infinite gain, (b) finite bandwidth, (c) zero input resistance, (d) all of the above.
MCQs (Two-Mark)	Require two correct answers from multiple choices.	Which of the following are properties of a stable control system? (a) bounded output, (b) zero steady-state error, (c) positive gain margin, (d) all of the above.
MSQs	Multiple correct answers from multiple choices.	Identify the correct applications of a phase-locked loop. (a) frequency modulation, (b) carrier recovery, (c) clock synchronization, (d) all of the above.
NATs	Require numerical answers with specific tolerance.	Calculate the output voltage of the following circuit.

List of Colleges Candidates Get After Cracking the GATE ECE Examination

Below is a detailed list of colleges, candidates get after cracking the GATE ECE Examination in different states across the nation. You can see the colleges given to candidates depending upon their overall score in the GATE ECE Examination.

Score Range	Colleges
Top Tier (GATE score ~ 700+)	IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Mandi, IIT Patna, IIT Indore, IISc Bangalore, NIT Surathkal, NIT Warangal, NIT Tiruchirappalli, NIT Calicut, NIT Rourkela, NIT Jamshedpur, NIT Durgapur, NIT Silchar, BITS Pilani
Mid Tier (GATE score ~ 500-700)	Other NITs (e.g., Raipur, Bhopal, Kurukshetra), Jadavpur University, College of Engineering Pune (COEP), VJTI Mumbai, Delhi Technological University, VIT Vellore, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Lower Tier (GATE score ~ 350-500)	Remaining NITs and IITs, Many state government colleges and universities, Some private universities with good reputation

PSUs Job List after Cracking GATE Exam (2024)

The qualified GATE Exam candidates get to unlock Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) jobs in various government sectors. The collective details of different job posts, eligibility criteria, selection process and salary range are mentioned in the below table. All the jobs below ensure candidates a well-esteemed job profiles with a secure and successful future ahead.

PSU Name	Job Posts	Eligibility	Selection Process	Salary Range
Maharatna PSUs	-	-	-	-
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)	Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET), Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)	Graduate Trainee (GT), Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL)	Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)	Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Navratna PSUs	-	-	-	-
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)	Graduate Trainee (GT), Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)	Graduate Trainee (GT), Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)	Graduate Trainee (GT), Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL)	Graduate Trainee (GT), Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 8.60 - 14.20 lakhs p.a.
Other PSUs (Partial List)	-	-	-	-
National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC)	Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Interview	Rs. 7.00 - 12.00 lakhs p.a.
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)	Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Group Discussion + Interview	Rs. 7.00 - 12.00 lakhs p.a.
Airports Authority of India (AAI)	Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	GATE Score + Interview	Rs. 7.00 - 12.00 lakhs p.a.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL)	Management Trainee (MT)	B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines	-	-