GATE 2023: Great registration starts from August 30
GATE 2023 registration is about to start from August 30 2022 and the test will be conducted by IIT Kanpur for 2023. Students who wish to study post graduation in engineering or science can focus on this exam.
The talk about conducting GATE 2023 has been doing rounds for quite sometime now and the official website of the exam has also been opened now. Students can visit the official website ‘https://gate.iitk.ac.in/’ to gather more information.
Link for registering and submitting applications will likely be made active on the official website by August 30 2022. There is more of the information about the great exam here.
About GATE 2023
Students who wish to do post graduation in engineering, sciences can aim for this test. This exam is conducted by IISc Bangalore and IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, IIT Roorkee on behalf of National Coordination Board-GATE which comes Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India.
GATE is usually conducted by either one of the above mentioned organizations by taking turns. The scores in the exams are considered even by private educational institutions while providing admission into postgraduate engineering, science courses.
Students who pass GATE exam can apply for postgraduate courses and attend the admission process directly without having the need to appear for the written test conducted by the educational institution.
Candidates need to appear for GATE and get good score to apply for certain vacancies in PSUs. The exam which was largely restricted to sciences and engineering has now added into it even subjects from arts and humanities also recently.
The admit cards for GATE 2023 will be available for download for from 3 January 2023 onwards. GATE 2023 examination will happen on 4,5,11,12 February 2023. The result for GATE 2023 will be available on 16 March 2023. Score cards will be made available for download from 21 March 2023. The schedule of GATE 2023 is provided below in a tabular format and students can see it for details:
Dates related to GATE 2023
Read ‘Click here to know how to apply for XAT 2023, if interested in studying management courses’
Students who have appeared for the qualifying exam in the above mentioned subjects and are waiting for the results can also apply. Candidates who are about to appear for the qualifying exam can also apply for GATE 2023. These candidates have to pass the exam and provide a proof for that by the time of admission. More information about the qualification is provided in the table below:
| Degree / Program | Qualifying Degree / Examination | Description of Eligible Candidates | Expected Year of Completion |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech. / B. Pharm. | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed | 2024 |
| B. Arch. | Bachelor’s degree of Architecture (5- year course) / Naval Architecture (4- year course) / Planning (4- year course) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed | 2025 (for 5-year program), 2024 (for 4-year program) |
| B.Sc. (Research) / B.S. | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma / 4 years after 10+2) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed | 2024 |
| Pharm. D. (after 10+2) | 6 years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, during third year onwards | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th/ 5th/ 6th year or already completed | 2026 |
| M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. | Degree holders of M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc and those who are in the 5th/ 6th/ 7th semester or higher semester of such programme. | 5th/ 6th/ 7th or higher semester or already completed | 2024 |
| M. Sc. / M.A. / MCA or equivalent | Master’s degree in any branch of Arts / Science / Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in the first year or higher or already Completed | 2024 |
| Int. M.E. / M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.) | Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering / Technology (4-year program) | Currently in the 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd/ 4th year or already completed | Any year |
| Int. M.E. / M.Tech. / M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) | Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering / Technology (5-year program) | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th/ 5th year or already completed | 2025 |
| B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. | Bachelor degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3 year program) | Currently in the 3rd year or already completed | 2023 |
| Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed | 2025 |
| Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.) | B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE / UPSC / AICTE (e.g. AMIE by Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses | Enrolled Upto 31st May 2013* |
| B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) | 4-years program | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th year or already completed | 2024 |
Points to remember
# If a candidate is pursuing any higher degree or has already obtained a degree higher than that mentioned in the Table below the candidate will be allowed to appear for GATE 2023 examination.
# The candidates with B.Sc./ B.A./ B.Com. degrees (3-year program) desirous to seek admission for masters programs in IITs may refer to JAM-2023 Examination.
Above mentioned url has to be clicked for visiting the official website. Soon after the website downloads, upon clicking the above website, the candidates have to click the link for registration.
Post clicking the link for registration, candidates have to feed information like their name, age, qualification, date of birth and complete the registration and obtain a user account comprising a username and password.
Candidates can login to their account with help of username and password obtained after registration and start filling the form for GATE 2023. The required details have to be filled and the registration fees is to be paid and the form has to be submitted.
charges to be paid while submitting application form for GATE 2023 during extended period (1st October to 7th October) is Rs 1350 per paper for women candidates. Charges are the same with regards to candidates from SC/ST/PwD categories. Candidates from other all other categories have to pay Rs 2200 per paper. The information is also available in tabular format below:
| For Examination Centres in India |
|---|
| Candidate Cateogry | Regular Period (30th Aug to 30th Sept 2022) |
During the Extended Period (1st Oct to 7th Oct 2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Female candidates (per paper) | ₹ 850 | ₹ 1350 |
| SC / ST / PwD* category candidates (per paper) | ₹ 850 | ₹ 1350 |
| All other candidates including foreign nationals (per paper) | ₹ 1700 | ₹ 2200 |
| For Examination Centres outside India |
|---|
| For Examination Centres outside India | Candidate Category | Regular Period (30th Aug to 30th Sep 2022) |
During the Extended Period (1st Oct to 7th Oct 2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group-1: Dhaka and Kathmandu | All candidates including Female and SC/ST/ PwD |
USD 100 | USD 150 |
| Group-2: Dubai and Singapore | USD 200 | USD 250 |
Point to remember
The above Application fees are for single paper. The fees for candidates opting for double-paper would be twice of the above-mentioned fees.
The questions will be related to graduate level engineering, science, arts and humanities subjects. Each GATE 2023 paper is for 100 marks. General Aptitude is common for all the candidates and this is for 15 marks, the rest of the marks are for questions that are related to the subject chosen by the candidates.
Candidate will be assigned to appear only in one of the sessions for the papers running in multiple sessions. Candidates must familiarize themselves with the paper code as it is required both during application and examination.
The zones are – Zone 1 (IIS Bangalore), Zone 2 (IIT Bombay), Zone 3 (IIT Delhi), Zone 4 (IIT Guwahati), Zone 5 (IIT Kanpur), Zone 6 (IIT Kharagpur), Zone 7 (IIT Madras), Zone 8 (IIT Roorkee). GATE 2023 exam centers are located outside India also. More information is available in table below and students can refer them for additional details:
Zone 1 (IIS Bangalore)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IISc Bangalore, Bengaluru – 560 012 |
Andhra Pradesh Ananthapuramu, Kurnool Kerala Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thrissur Karnataka Bagalkot, Ballari (Bellary), Belagavi (Belgaum), Bengaluru North, Bengaluru South, Bidar, Chikkamagaluru, Davanagere, Hassan, Hubballi (Hubli), Kalaburagi (Gulbarga), Kolar, Mangaluru, Manipal, Mysuru (Mysore), Shivamogga (Shimoga), Tumakuru Telangana Hyderabad Andaman and Nicobar Port Blair -(26 Cities). |
Zone 2 (IIT Bombay)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai – 400 076 |
Gujarat Ahmedabad, Anand, Bhavnagar, Gandhinagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara Maharashtra Ahmednagar, Akola, Amravati, Aurangabad, Baramati, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai, Navi-Mumbai-Thane, Nagpur, Nanded, Panvel-Raigad, Pune, Ratnagiri, Sangamner-Loni-Shirdi, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Vasai-Palghar Goa Goa -(30 Cities). |
Zone 3 (IIT Delhi)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Delhi, HauzKhas, New Delhi – 110 016 |
Haryana Faridabad, Gurugram Jammu and Kashmir Jammu-Samba, Srinagar Ladakh Leh Madhya Pradesh Indore, Ujjain New Delhi New Delhi Rajasthan Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur Uttar Pradesh Greater NOIDA, Mathura – (17 Cities). |
Zone 4 (IIT Guwahati)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Guwahati Guwahati – 781 039 |
Arunachal Pradesh Itanagar Assam Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur Bihar Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea Jharkhand Dhanbad Meghalaya Shillong Mizoram Aizawl Nagaland Dimapur-Kohima Tripura Agartala West Bengal Asansol-Durgapur, Burdwan, Kalyani, Siliguri –(18 Cities). |
Zone 5 (IIT Kanpur)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Kanpur Kanpur – 208 016 |
Madhya Pradesh Bhopal, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Satna Uttar Pradesh Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Varanasi –(12 Cities). |
Zone 6 (IIT Kharagpur)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Kharagpur Kharagpur – 721 302 |
Andhra Pradesh Eluru, Kakinada, Rajamahendravaram (Rajahmundry), Srikakulam, Tadepalligudem, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram Chhattisgarh Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur Jharkhand Hazaribag, Jamshedpur, Ranchi Odisha Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur West Bengal Baharampur-Murshidabad, Hooghly, Kharagpur, Kolkata – (24 Cities). |
Zone 7 (IIT Madras)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Madras Chennai – 600 036 |
Andhra Pradesh Chirala, Chittoor, Gudur, Guntur, Nellore, Ongole, Tirupati Kerala Alappuzha, Aluva-Ernakulam, Kollam, Kottayam, Thiruvananthapuram Pondicherry Puducherry Tamilnadu Chennai South, Chennai West, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Dindigul, Kanyakumari-Nagercoil, Madurai, Namakkal, Salem, Thanjavur, Thoothukudi, Tiruchirapalli, Tirunelveli, Vellore, Virudhunagar Telangana Karimnagar, Khammam, Kodad, Nizamabad, Suryapet, Warangal – (34 Cities). |
Zone 8 (IIT Roorkee)
| Zonal GATE Office | Tentative List of Examination Cities/Towns |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, GATE, IIT Roorkee Roorkee – 247 667 |
Haryana Ambala Himachal Pradesh Hamirpur Punjab Amritsar, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Mohali-Chandigarh, Patiala Uttar Pradesh Ghaziabad, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, NOIDA Uttarakhand Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee – (15 Cities). |
Centers outside India
Candidates can make corrections in the applications submitted in connection with GATE 2023 as per the schedule mentioned above. They have to pay certain charges for making corrections in the application form for GATE 2023 and their details are mentioned below:
(applicable from 4th to 11th November 2022) )
| No. | Description of Changes / Modifications | Fee Charges (per paper) |
|---|---|---|
| (i) | Change in Name | 500 |
| (ii) | Change in Date of Birth | 500 |
| (iii) | Change in choice of examination cities | 500 |
| (iv) | Change of existing paper | 500 |
| (v) | Add a second paper (from given combinations with respect to the primary paper) | 500 plus suitable amount per paper for the candidate’s category |
| (vi) | Change of gender to female | 500 |
| (vii) | Change of gender from female to any other gender | 500 + 850 = 1350 (For All other candidates) |
| (viii) | Change of category to SC/ST | 500 |
| (xi) | Change of category from SC/ST to any other | 500 (For female candidates OR PwD candidates) |
| 500 + 850 = 1350 (For All other candidates) | ||
| (x) | Change from Non-PwD/Dyslexic to PwD/Dyslexic | 500 |
| (xi) | Change from PwD/Dyslexic to Non-PwD/Dyslexic | 500 (For Female candidates OR SC/ST candidates) |
| 500 + 850 = 1350 (For All other candidates) | ||
| (xii) | Any other change in category (not mentioned above) | 500 |
| (xiii) | Details of Parents/Guardian/Correspondence Address | 500 |
| (xiv) | College Name and Location, Roll No., Registration No. | NIL |
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Vignan University Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process
Vignan University, officially known as Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology & Research (VFSTR), is one of India’s leading deemed-to-be universities, located in the Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. Known for its strong academic framework, industry-oriented curriculum, and modern infrastructure, Vignan University attracts thousands of students every year from across the country.
Vignan University Admission 2026 will be conducted for a wide range of undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and doctoral (PhD) programs in engineering, management, science, law, pharmacy, agriculture, and humanities. This article provides a comprehensive overview of important dates, eligibility criteria, course-wise fees, entrance exams, and the complete application process to help students make informed decisions.
About Vignan University
Established in 2008 and recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Vignan University has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and placement support. The university follows outcome-based education and emphasises skill development, entrepreneurship, and global exposure.
Key highlights of Vignan University include:
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NAAC-accredited institution
State-of-the-art laboratories and research centres
Strong industry collaborations
Dedicated placement and career guidance cell
Scholarships for meritorious and deserving students
Vignan University Admission 2026 – Important Dates (Tentative)
The official admission schedule for 2026 will be released on the university’s website. Based on previous admission cycles, the tentative timeline is as follows:
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Release of Application Forms: December 2025
Last Date to Apply: March–April 2026
Entrance Exam (Vignan Admission Test – VAT): April–May 2026
Result Declaration: May 2026
Counselling & Seat Allotment: May–June 2026
Commencement of Classes: July–August 2026
Note: Dates may vary for different programs and national-level entrance exams.
Courses Offered at Vignan University
Undergraduate (UG) Programs
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B.Tech (CSE, AI & DS, AI & ML, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Biotechnology)
B.Sc (Agriculture, Data Science, Computer Science)
BBA
BCA
BA
B.Com
B.Pharm
BA LLB / BBA LLB
Postgraduate (PG) Programs
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M.Tech (Various Specialisations)
MBA
MCA
M.Sc
M.Pharm
LLM
Doctoral Programs
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PhD in Engineering, Management, Science, Humanities, and Allied Disciplines
Vignan University Admission 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
UG Eligibility Criteria
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Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board
For B.Tech: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects
Minimum aggregate marks: 50% (45% for reserved categories)
Valid score in Vignan Admission Test (VAT) or accepted national-level entrance exams
PG Eligibility Criteria
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Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university
Minimum aggregate of 50% marks
Entrance exam score (VAT / GATE / CAT / MAT, depending on the program)
PhD Eligibility Criteria
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Master’s degree in the relevant field with at least 55% marks
Candidates must qualify in the PhD entrance test and interview conducted by the university
Entrance Exams Accepted by Vignan University
Vignan University conducts its own entrance examination called the Vignan Admission Test (VAT) for various UG and PG programs. In addition, it also accepts scores from national-level exams such as:
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JEE Main – B.Tech
AP EAMCET – Engineering & Agriculture
CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT – MBA
GATE – M.Tech
GPAT – M.Pharm
Admission is granted based on entrance exam performance, academic record, and counselling process.
Vignan University Fees Structure 2026 (Expected)
The fee structure varies depending on the course and specialisation. Below is an approximate annual fee range:
UG Fees
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B.Tech: ₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000 per year
BBA / BCA / B.Com: ₹80,000 – ₹1,20,000 per year
B.Sc Agriculture: ₹1,50,000 – ₹1,80,000 per year
Law Programs: ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,50,000 per year
PG Fees
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M.Tech: ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,60,000 per year
MBA: ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000 per year
MCA: ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,50,000 per year
PhD Fees
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PhD programs typically range from ₹60,000 – ₹1,00,000 per year
Additional charges may apply for hostel accommodation, transportation, and other facilities.
Scholarships at Vignan University
Vignan University offers various scholarships to support students financially:
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Merit-Based Scholarships for top entrance exam rankers
Sports Scholarships for national and state-level players
Need-Based Financial Assistance
Government Scholarships for eligible reserved categories
Scholarships may cover partial or full tuition fees depending on performance and eligibility.
Vignan University Application Process 2026
The application process is completely online and user-friendly. Follow the steps below to apply:
Step 1: Online Registration
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Visit the official Vignan University admission portal
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
Step 2: Fill Application Form
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Enter personal, academic, and contact details
Select the desired course and specialisation
Step 3: Upload Documents
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Passport-size photograph
Signature
Academic certificates and mark sheets
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
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Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card, or net banking
Step 5: Submit Application
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Review all details carefully
Submit the form and download the confirmation page
After submission, candidates must appear for the entrance exam, followed by counselling and document verification.
Counselling and Admission Process
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Shortlisted candidates are invited for counselling
Seat allotment is based on rank, preferences, and availability
Candidates must pay the admission fee to confirm their seat
Final admission is granted after document verification
Why Choose Vignan University?
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Strong academic reputation
High placement rates with top recruiters
Industry-focused curriculum
Research-driven learning environment
Excellent campus facilities and student life
Graduates from Vignan University are placed in reputed organizations across IT, core engineering, management, and research sectors.
Conclusion
Vignan University Admission 2026 offers a promising opportunity for students seeking quality education, practical exposure, and strong career prospects. With a wide range of UG, PG, and PhD programs, competitive entrance exams, and comprehensive student support, Vignan University continues to be a preferred choice for higher education in India.
Candidates are advised to regularly check official notifications, prepare well for entrance exams, and complete the application process within deadlines to secure admission.
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