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Previous Year Papers & Mock Tests — GATE for Research 2017–2027
Practice Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering — for Research Admissions previous year papers online. Detailed solutions, AI analysis, and performance insights included.
Available Years10 papers
Total Questions65 Q
Duration180 min
Available Papers
Paper Pattern Over the Years
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 65 | 180 min | Latest pattern |
| 2027 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2026 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2026 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2025 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2025 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2024 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2024 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2023 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
| 2023 | 65 | 180 min | No major changes |
How to Use Previous Year Papers Effectively
1
Attempt each paper under strict timed conditions to simulate real exam pressure.
2
Analyse every mistake topic-wise so you know exactly where to focus.
3
Track which topics repeat most often across years — they carry the highest weight.
4
Compare the difficulty level year-over-year to gauge the current trend.
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Use HenceProve AI analysis after each test to get personalised improvement insights.
Subject-wise Coverage Across Papers
General Aptitude (10 Qs)Appears in 50% of papers
Subject-specific (55 Qs — branch-specific)Appears in 50% of papers
Frequently Asked Questions
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