GATE PH Syllabus 2027
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering — Physics
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathematical Physics | 7 | 11 |
| 2 | Classical Mechanics | 7 | 11 |
| 3 | EM Theory | 7 | 11 |
| 4 | Quantum Mechanics | 7 | 11 |
| 5 | Thermodynamics | 7 | 11 |
| 6 | Statistical Mechanics | 7 | 11 |
| 7 | Electronics | 7 | 11 |
| 8 | Atomic & Nuclear Physics | 7 | 11 |
| 9 | General Aptitude | 7 | 11 |
| Total | 65 | 100 | |
Syllabus by Subject
Mathematical Physics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Mathematical Physics.
View Mathematical Physics Syllabus →Classical Mechanics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Classical Mechanics.
View Classical Mechanics Syllabus →EM Theory
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for EM Theory.
View EM Theory Syllabus →Quantum Mechanics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Quantum Mechanics.
View Quantum Mechanics Syllabus →Thermodynamics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Thermodynamics.
View Thermodynamics Syllabus →Statistical Mechanics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Statistical Mechanics.
View Statistical Mechanics Syllabus →Electronics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Electronics.
View Electronics Syllabus →Atomic & Nuclear Physics
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Atomic & Nuclear Physics.
View Atomic & Nuclear Physics Syllabus →General Aptitude
Key topics covered as per the official GATE PH syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for General Aptitude.
View General Aptitude Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
MSc/BSc in Physics or Engineering Physics
ANumber of Attempts
No limit
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Annual (February)
Next Exam Date
February 2027
Registration Opens
September 2026
Preparation Tips
- 1Quantum Mechanics (Schrödinger equation, perturbation theory, angular momentum) needs dedicated 4-6 week deep study
- 2Mathematical Physics (Complex Variables, Fourier Analysis, Green's Functions) is a foundation for all other topics — master it first
- 3Classical Mechanics (Lagrangian, Hamiltonian formalism) and Statistical Mechanics (partition functions, ensembles) are high-scoring
- 4Electronics (Op-Amps, Semiconductor Devices) is relatively easier — secure these 10 marks through targeted preparation
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