Civil Engineering (CE)

GATE CE 2026

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GATE CE Syllabus

Complete subject coverage

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The GATE CE syllabus spans Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation, Water Resources, Surveying, Construction Materials & Management, and Engineering Mathematics.

Quick Tip: Secure core marks with Structural + Geotech, then rotate Env/Transpo weekly and keep Maths steady.

Previous Year Papers

1991-2025 with answer keys

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Practice with real exam papers to understand patterns, difficulty levels, and improve speed under exam conditions.

Pro Tip: Drill last 5 years with a timer; tag mistakes by subject to fix weak spots fast.

Subject Wise Weightage

Marks distribution analysis

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Use subject-wise weightage to prioritize high-yield CE topics and schedule revisions efficiently.

Cutoff Marks

All categories & years

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Note: Aim for 10-15 marks above last cutoff for your category to stay secure.

Best Books

Recommended study materials

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A concise set of guide books, solved papers, and complete packages to cover every CE subject efficiently.

Free PDF Books & Study Materials

Downloadable resources

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Study Notes

Handwritten notes from top institutes

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Preparation Strategy

Win the exam with a focused plan

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Build a weekly loop: weightage-first study blocks, PYQ drills, and formula refreshers to keep scores climbing.

Key Preparation Plays:

  • Prioritize Structural + Geotech; rotate Env/Transpo weekly with daily Maths
  • Weekly PYQ simulations; tag errors by subject and close gaps fast
  • Mix theory and numericals daily; end days with formula/diagram flashes
  • Use mocks to lock timing and accuracy two months out

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