By Nandini Tyagi
January 2, 2025
Dec 31, 2024
The admit card for GATE 2025 exam can be downloaded from January 7, 2025 through the official website. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on February 1, 2, 15 and 16. Check some last minute preparation tips to score well in the entrance exam
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To prepare effectively, understand the type of questions asked frequently. Knowing the marking scheme will help you minimise errors. 1 mark is awarded for each correct answer while ⅓ mark is deducted for each incorrect answer in GATE
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Make a list of all the high-weightage topics to cover. Revise the important topics and make note of areas that require improvement. Check last year's question papers to know about the frequently asked topics
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Use last year's question papers and sample papers to practice. This will familiarise you with the question patterns and also help in building confidence
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Aspirants must aim to reduce the time taken for each question by simplifying calculations and eliminating options. This is effective while attempting numerical-based questions
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Trust your preparation and avoid learning new topics right before the exam. Stay positive and remind yourself that consistent effort will pay off
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