GATE Computer Science Exam Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Updated 2026
| Section | Question Type | Total Marks |
|---|
| General Aptitude | MCQ | 15 |
| Core CS Subjects | MCQ/MSQ/NAT | 70 |
| Total | - | 100 |
Note: Negative marking of 1/3 for 1-mark MCQs and 2/3 for 2-mark MCQs applies. NAT (Numerical Answer Type) questions have no negative marking.
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