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Key Facts: GATE MT Exam

65 questions / 100 marks

GATE MT 2026 exam pattern (15 GA + 13 Eng Math + 72 MT subject)

gate2026.iitg.ac.in

180 minutes

Total duration of GATE MT 2026 computer-based test

GATE 2026 Information Brochure (IIT Guwahati)

INR 1000 / 2000

Application fee (Female-SC-ST-PwD / General) in regular window

GATE 2026 IIT Guwahati notification

8 institutes

Conducting bodies: IISc Bangalore and seven IITs

Official GATE governance body

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GATE MT is a 3-hour 65-question 100-mark CBT (15 GA + 13 Eng Math + 72 subject) with MCQ/MSQ/NAT items, negative marking only on MCQs, conducted by IIT Guwahati for 2026 and accepted by IITs, IISc, NITs, IIITs and PSUs (SAIL, NALCO, HCL, MIDHANI).

Sample GATE MT Practice Questions

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1A statement reads: 'She was so engrossed in the novel that she did not notice the time.' Which option best paraphrases the meaning?
A.She was completely absorbed in the novel and lost track of time
B.She disliked the novel and ignored the time
C.She finished the novel quickly because of the time
D.She noticed the time but pretended otherwise
Explanation: 'Engrossed in' means deeply absorbed or immersed, which directly implies losing track of time. Paraphrasing must preserve both clauses of the original meaning. Option A captures absorption (cause) and not noticing time (effect).
2If P, Q, R and S have ages in the ratio 2:3:4:5 and the sum of their ages is 56 years, what is the age of R in years?
A.12
B.16
C.20
D.24
Explanation: Let the common multiplier be k. Then 2k + 3k + 4k + 5k = 14k = 56, so k = 4. R's age = 4k = 16 years. Ratio problems are solved by setting a single unknown for the unit share.
3Choose the word most opposite in meaning to 'transient'.
A.Fleeting
B.Brief
C.Permanent
D.Momentary
Explanation: 'Transient' means lasting only for a short time. Its antonym must convey lasting or unending duration. 'Permanent' (lasting indefinitely) is the direct opposite.
4A train travels 60 km at 30 km/h and the next 60 km at 60 km/h. What is the average speed for the entire 120 km journey?
A.40 km/h
B.45 km/h
C.48 km/h
D.50 km/h
Explanation: Average speed = total distance / total time. Total time = 60/30 + 60/60 = 2 + 1 = 3 hours. Average = 120/3 = 40 km/h. Never average the speeds directly when distances are equal — use the harmonic mean.
5If 25% of a number is 60, what is 60% of the same number?
A.108
B.120
C.144
D.150
Explanation: Let the number be x. Then 0.25x = 60 gives x = 240. So 60% of 240 = 0.60 × 240 = 144. Percentage problems are solved by first recovering the base.
6In a class of 80 students, 60% passed Mathematics and 50% passed Physics. If 30% passed both, what percentage failed in both subjects?
A.10%
B.15%
C.20%
D.25%
Explanation: Using inclusion-exclusion, % passing at least one = 60 + 50 - 30 = 80%. Therefore % failing in both = 100 - 80 = 20%. Set-theoretic counting is direct for two overlapping categories.
7Identify the odd one out: lathe, drill press, milling machine, hammer.
A.Lathe
B.Drill press
C.Milling machine
D.Hammer
Explanation: Lathe, drill press, and milling machine are all powered machine tools used for material removal. A hammer is a hand tool used for impact, not machining. The classification axis is 'powered machine tool vs hand tool'.
8A solid cube has a side length of 6 cm. If the cube is cut into 27 identical smaller cubes, what is the side length of each smaller cube?
A.1 cm
B.2 cm
C.3 cm
D.4 cm
Explanation: 27 = 3³, so each side is cut into 3 equal parts. Side of small cube = 6/3 = 2 cm. Volume check: 27 × 2³ = 27 × 8 = 216 = 6³, consistent.
9In the sequence 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ... what is the next term?
A.36
B.40
C.42
D.44
Explanation: Differences are 4, 6, 8, 10, ... so the next difference is 12, giving 30 + 12 = 42. Equivalently, the nth term equals n(n+1): 1·2, 2·3, 3·4, 4·5, 5·6, 6·7 = 42.
10A water tank loses 1/8 of its content each hour due to leakage. After how many hours will it have less than half its original content?
A.4
B.5
C.6
D.7
Explanation: Remaining fraction after n hours = (7/8)^n. Solve (7/8)^n < 0.5. Taking logs: n > ln(0.5)/ln(7/8) ≈ -0.693/-0.1335 ≈ 5.19. So the first integer n with remaining < 0.5 is 6.

About the GATE MT Exam

GATE Metallurgical Engineering (MT) is the GATE paper for graduates in metallurgical, materials, and allied engineering disciplines. It is conducted by IISc Bangalore and the seven IITs on a rotational basis; IIT Guwahati is the organizing institute for GATE 2026. The 3-hour computer-based exam has 65 questions worth 100 marks: 15 marks of General Aptitude, 13 marks of Engineering Mathematics, and 72 marks of MT subject content covering Thermodynamics & Rate Processes, Extractive Metallurgy, Physical Metallurgy, Mechanical Metallurgy, and Manufacturing Processes. GATE scores are used for M.Tech/PhD admissions at IITs, IISc, NITs, IIITs and centrally-funded institutes, and for recruitment by major PSUs such as SAIL, NALCO, HCL, MIDHANI, MECON.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

180 minutes (3 hours)

Passing Score

Qualifying cutoff varies by year/category (typically 25-35 out of 100 for General)

Exam Fee

INR 1000 (Female/SC/ST/PwD); INR 2000 (others) regular window (IISc Bangalore and seven IITs — IIT Guwahati is the organizing institute for GATE 2026)

GATE MT Exam Content Outline

15%

General Aptitude (GA)

Verbal aptitude, reading comprehension, numerical aptitude, data interpretation and analytical reasoning — common to every GATE paper and 15 marks of the total 100.

13%

Engineering Mathematics

Linear algebra (matrices, eigenvalues), calculus (single and multivariable), differential equations, probability and statistics, numerical methods, vector calculus and integral transforms.

~14%

Thermodynamics and Rate Processes

Three laws of thermodynamics, phase equilibria, binary phase diagrams, activity and Gibbs free energy, Ellingham diagrams, electrochemistry (Nernst equation), reaction kinetics, fluid flow, mass transfer and heat transfer fundamentals.

~14%

Extractive Metallurgy

Occurrence of metals, mineral processing (comminution and concentration), pyrometallurgy (roasting, smelting, refining), hydrometallurgy (leaching, solution purification, cementation), electrometallurgy, iron and steel making (blast furnace, BOF, EAF, continuous casting), non-ferrous extraction of Cu, Al (Hall-Heroult, Bayer), Zn, Pb.

~16%

Physical Metallurgy

Crystal structures (BCC, FCC, HCP), Miller indices, X-ray diffraction (Braggs law), point/line/surface defects, diffusion (Ficks laws, Arrhenius), solidification, phase transformations (eutectic, peritectic, eutectoid), iron-carbon and TTT/CCT diagrams, heat treatment, non-ferrous alloys, surface treatments.

~14%

Mechanical Metallurgy

Elastic and plastic deformation, dislocations and slip systems, strengthening mechanisms (Hall-Petch, solid-solution, precipitation, strain hardening), fracture (brittle/ductile), fatigue (S-N curve, endurance limit), creep, deformation behavior of polymers and ceramics.

~14%

Manufacturing Processes

Metal casting (sand, investment, continuous, Chvorinov's rule), metal forming (rolling, forging, extrusion, drawing), welding and joining (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, HAZ), powder metallurgy (compaction, sintering), sheet metal forming (deep drawing, bending).

How to Pass the GATE MT Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Qualifying cutoff varies by year/category (typically 25-35 out of 100 for General)
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 180 minutes (3 hours)
  • Exam fee: INR 1000 (Female/SC/ST/PwD); INR 2000 (others) regular window

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

GATE MT Study Tips from Top Performers

1Take a full-length 65-question, 3-hour mock test every week in the last three months to build the pacing and stamina you will need in the actual GATE CBT.
2Master the Ellingham diagram, iron-carbon and TTT/CCT diagrams, and Hall-Petch / Chvorinov / Bragg / Nernst formulas — these are recurring GATE MT favourites worth 8-12 marks every year.
3Maintain a 'numerical answer type (NAT)' notebook with all formulas, unit conversions, and standard values (R = 8.314 J/mol-K, F = 96500 C/mol, etc.) — NAT questions carry no negative marking, so practise estimating the right precision.
4Solve the previous 10 years of GATE MT papers (2014-2024) topic-wise; ~30-40% of every paper closely mirrors past concepts and problem types.
5Spend at least 25-30% of your prep time on Engineering Mathematics — it is 13 marks and shares syllabus with most engineering branches, so high-yield material like Made Easy / IES Master notes are useful.
6Use the official virtual calculator on the GATE site for at least the last 30 days of preparation — the on-screen calculator is the only one allowed and it is slower than a scientific calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GATE 2026 MT exam pattern?

GATE MT 2026 is a 3-hour computer-based test with 65 questions for 100 marks: 15 marks of General Aptitude, 13 marks of Engineering Mathematics, and 72 marks of MT-specific content. Questions are a mix of Multiple Choice (MCQ), Multiple Select (MSQ) and Numerical Answer Type (NAT). MCQs carry negative marking (-1/3 for 1-mark, -2/3 for 2-mark); MSQ and NAT do not.

Who conducts GATE 2026 and where is the official portal?

GATE is jointly conducted by IISc Bangalore and seven IITs (Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, Roorkee). For GATE 2026, IIT Guwahati is the organizing institute and the official portal is gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The online application is handled via GOAPS.

When is GATE 2026 held and when do registrations open?

GATE 2026 is scheduled across the first two weekends of February 2026, with registrations typically opening in late August 2025 and closing by late September 2025 (regular window). Extended-fee window usually extends to early October. Admit cards are released about three weeks before the exam. Refer to the official IIT Guwahati GATE 2026 schedule for exact dates.

What is the application fee for GATE 2026?

GATE 2026 application fee in the regular window is INR 1000 for Female / SC / ST / PwD candidates and INR 2000 for all other candidates per paper. An extended-fee window adds approximately INR 500 to each category. Fees are non-refundable.

Which PSUs and institutes accept the GATE MT score?

PSU recruiters that historically accept GATE MT scores include SAIL, NALCO, HCL (Hindustan Copper), MIDHANI, MECON, NMDC, and NTPC for specific positions. Academically, IITs, IISc, NITs, IIITs and most centrally-funded technical institutes use the GATE MT score for M.Tech/M.E./M.S./PhD admissions.

What is the eligibility for GATE 2026 MT?

Currently studying in (or already completed) any government-approved 3-year Bachelor's degree programme in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Science / Commerce / Arts / Humanities, or a Master's programme in any relevant Science subject. There is no upper age limit. Final-year students can also appear.

Is there negative marking in GATE MT?

Yes, but only on MCQs. A 1-mark MCQ carries -1/3 mark for a wrong answer; a 2-mark MCQ carries -2/3 mark. Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions have NO negative marking, so candidates should attempt all NAT and MSQ questions even if unsure.