February 2021

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering(GATE) is a national level examination for admission into the Master’s program. On clearing the exam, the candidate can secure jobs in the government or private sector companies. GATE exam is one of the toughest exams administered each year by the seven different IITs and IISC Bangalore under the guidance of the Ministry of Human Resources and Development(MHRD).

The GATE 2021 is being held by the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. It is to be held online on 6, 7, 13 and 14 February 2021. It is a 3-hour long paper having 65 questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Out of the 65 questions, 55 will be from core subjects, while 10 will be general aptitude. The questions are usually a Multiple Choice Question(MCQ) type or Numerical Answer Type(NAT). They carry 1 or 2 marks each. For 1-mark questions, 1/3 marks are deducted for wrong answers while 2/3 marks are cut for 2-mark questions. The GATE 2021 cutoff and the GATE 2021 result will be announced on 22 March 2021. The expected date for online download of Gate 2021 scorecard will be available from 28 March 2021 on the GATE Online Application Processing System(GOAPS).

The GATE score is different from the GATE marks in the following ways:

• The GATE marks mean the total marks out of 100 that a candidate gets on the paper. The GATE score is the final score calculated using the normalisation process for different papers having different difficulty levels.
• The score is calculated out of 1000 while the mark is calculated out of 100.
• A gate score of around 900 or 85+ marks shall get the candidate into most IITs and NITs.

How to calculate GATE marks?

Using the following formula, we can calculate the GATE marks:

_ij = _t^g – M_q^g (M_ij-M_iq) +  M_q^g

where, _ij = actual marks of the j^th candidate in i^th session.

            _t^g = average marks of top 0.1% of the candidates considering all sessions.

            M_q^g = sum of mean and standard deviation of the marks of candidates in all sessions.

          = average marks of top 0.1% of the candidates of the ith session.

             M_iq  = sum of mean and standard deviation of the marks of the ith session.

How to calculate GATE score?

To calculate the GATE score, use the following formula:

Gate Score = S_q+(S_t-S_q)   (M-M_q)

where, M = candidate obtained marks

            M_q = qualifying marks for each category

            = mean marks of top10 candidates in that session.

             S_q = Score assigned to M_q.

             S_t = Score assigned to .

Let us go through what people who have cleared the exam, have to say about it.

• The most efficient way to solve a paper is to reduce the negative marking. Attempt only those questions first that make you feel confident. Trying to attempt all is a common mistake that leads to an increase in negative marking.
• Keep the GATE syllabus in hand and then go through the graduation subjects else you will end up beating around the bush. Solve as many questions as possible.
• Though the non-technical part of the paper is comparatively less, it still holds a considerable amount of importance and weightage.
• Take the help of various resources like books, magazines, videos, etc. Search for previous year’s question papers online and try solving them. In the case of any doubts, seek help from family, friends or teachers.
• Group study is one of the best ideas for increasing the effectiveness of your practice. Each member of the group can take up different topics or subjects and explain that to the rest. In this way, time management issues are resolved, and everybody can solve more number of questions.

Get detailed info about GATE Marks vs Rank here at https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/articles/gate-marks-vs-rank-blogId-29439

With college tuition and student loan debt on skyrocketing, scholarships act as a priceless asset for students. Unlike a loan, scholarships don’t need to be paid back. They are awarded by a multitude of organizations — including corporations, schools, nonprofits, professional associations, and the government. Here are a few fundamental steps to follow to earn a college scholarship.

When you’re applying to many scholarships, you can easily confuse deadlines. Stay on course by using a planner, calendar or spreadsheet to organize application due dates. If you employ the latter, include the title and link to the award, how much it’s worth, the deadline, and any requirements. Record this information on a shareable spreadsheet to help keep your parents informed on your progress.

It is also important to collect all application materials. This will make your future applications a lot easier when applying. Keep your resume, cover letters, school transcripts, essays and letters of recommendation from professors and coworkers all in one place. That way, they’ll be easy to locate when you’re filling out applications.

Begin scholarship applications far in advance so you’ll be ahead of the game. There are many different types of scholarships available — such as ones for academic performance, athletics, underrepresented groups, first generation, and more. For extra rewards, reach out to your guidance counselor, financial aid officer, coach or parents’ employers. Online search engines will also help you find scholarship possibilities — including many you may not have considered or didn’t know existed. Almost all online search options provide the ability to filter search results to match your requisites with available aid.

Once you have a solid list of scholarships for which you are eligible, it’s time to review those results and prioritize certain ones. Start by focusing on the rewards with approaching deadlines and those you feel you have the best shot at winning. Always read the application form carefully — even the fine print. Some scholarships that charge a fee are most often scams.

Before submitting an application, be sure to proofread all materials. Run spell and grammar check on the application or have a mentor read your essays to catch any mistakes and offer feedback. If you’re reusing material — such as a cover letter — from another scholarship application, make sure you haven’t left any incorrect names. For more information on how to prepare, organize, search and apply for college scholarships, see the accompanying infographic.