The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has successfully conducted Shift 1 of the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 on February 16. The exam is being held in two shifts:
- Morning session (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM) for CE1, GG, CH, PH, and BT papers
- Afternoon session (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM) for CE2, ST, XE, XL, and MN papers
Candidates appearing for the exam must carry their GATE admit card 2025, which can be downloaded from the official website gate2025.iitr.ac.in.
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GATE 2025 February 16 Shift 1 Exam Analysis
The first shift of GATE 2025 on February 16 has concluded. Experts and students have shared their initial reactions regarding the difficulty level and types of questions asked in the exam.
GATE 2025 Difficulty Level
- CE1 (Civil Engineering – Part 1): Moderate
- GG (Geology and Geophysics): Moderate to difficult
- CH (Chemical Engineering): Moderate
- PH (Physics): Difficult
- BT (Biotechnology): Moderate
The general consensus suggests that the PH (Physics) paper was the most challenging, while CH (Chemical Engineering) and BT (Biotechnology) had a balanced mix of questions.
Memory-Based Questions & Topics Covered
Although the official question paper and answer key will be released later, students have recalled some memory-based questions:
- Civil Engineering (CE1): Fluid mechanics, structural analysis, and transportation engineering had a higher weightage.
- Chemical Engineering (CH): Process calculations and thermodynamics were emphasized.
- Physics (PH): Quantum mechanics and electromagnetic theory had tricky conceptual questions.
- Biotechnology (BT): Bioprocess engineering and molecular biology had conceptual and numerical problems.
GATE 2025 Answer Key & Expected Cutoff
IIT Roorkee will release the official answer key on its website a few days after the exam. However, coaching institutes may provide unofficial answer keys based on expert reviews and student feedback.
Expected Cutoff for GATE 2025 (February 16 Papers)
The GATE cutoff varies based on factors such as difficulty level, number of applicants, and previous years’ trends. Here are the expected cutoffs:
- Civil Engineering (CE1): 25-30 marks
- Chemical Engineering (CH): 28-32 marks
- Physics (PH): 30-35 marks
- Biotechnology (BT): 32-36 marks
These cutoffs are tentative and will be updated once official data is available.
GATE 2025 Marking Scheme & Exam Pattern
As per the official GATE 2025 exam pattern, the paper consists of two sections:
- General Aptitude (GA) – Common for all papers, carrying 15 marks
- Core Subject Paper – Based on the candidate’s chosen subject
The question types include:
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): Negative marking applies
- Multiple Select Questions (MSQs): No negative marking
- Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions: No negative marking
Negative Marking Scheme:
- 1-mark MCQ → 1/3 mark deduction for incorrect answer
- 2-mark MCQ → 2/3 mark deduction for incorrect answer
- No negative marking for MSQs and NATs
GATE 2025 February 16 Shift 2 Exam Details
The afternoon session of GATE 2025 (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM) will be held for the following subjects:
- CE2 (Civil Engineering – Part 2)
- ST (Statistics)
- XE (Engineering Sciences)
- XL (Life Sciences)
- MN (Mining Engineering)
What’s Next After GATE 2025?
Candidates who clear GATE 2025 will be eligible for:
- M.Tech admissions in IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other premier institutes
- Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) recruitments
- Higher studies & research opportunities
Important Upcoming Dates for GATE 2025
- Official Answer Key Release: Last week of February 2025
- GATE 2025 Response Sheet Release: February 2025
- Result Declaration: March 16, 2025
- Scorecard Availability: March 21, 2025
Conclusion
The GATE 2025 February 16 exam was held successfully in two shifts, with a moderate-to-difficult difficulty level. The answer key, response sheet, and official cutoff will be released in the coming weeks. Candidates should stay updated with official notifications on gate2025.iitr.ac.in for further details.
Stay tuned for more GATE 2025 updates, exam analysis, and answer key discussions!
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