GATE Electrical Engineering (EE) is one of the most popular and competitive branches in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, designed for aspirants pursuing careers in power systems, electrical machines, control systems, power electronics, and renewable energy. This branch tests your understanding of electric circuits, electromagnetic theory, power systems, electrical machines, control systems, and power electronics. Practicing GATE EE previous question papers is crucial for understanding the exam format and improving your performance.
Electrical Engineering is a fundamental engineering discipline that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. GATE EE aspirants typically include graduates from Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and related backgrounds who wish to pursue higher studies in IITs, NITs, and other premier institutes, or careers in top power companies, PSUs like BHEL, NTPC, ONGC, Power Grid Corporation, and various government organizations. The field encompasses areas such as power generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy systems, smart grids, and electrical machine design.
Key Subjects in GATE Electrical Engineering
Core Electrical Engineering Subjects
- Power Systems
- Electrical Machines
- Power Electronics
- Control Systems
- Electric Circuits (Network Theory)
Foundation Subjects
- Engineering Mathematics
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Signals and Systems
- Analog and Digital Circuits
- Measurements and Instrumentation
GATE Electrical Engineering Previous Question Papers (1991-2025)
Download GATE EE previous year question papers with answer keys from 1991 to 2025. These GATE Electrical Engineering previous question papers help you understand the exam pattern, question types, difficulty level, and time management strategies. Solve these previous papers regularly to identify important topics and improve your problem-solving speed. These solved previous year papers are essential for effective GATE EE preparation and will help you score better in the actual exam.
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GATE EE Paper Pattern & Trends
Exam Pattern: GATE EE consists of 65 questions (55 technical + 10 General Aptitude) worth 100 marks. The paper duration is 3 hours. Topics like Power Systems, Electrical Machines, Power Electronics, Control Systems, and Network Theory are frequently tested. Studying the previous question papers helps you understand how these topics are distributed in the actual exam.
Recent Trends (2020-2025)
Recent GATE EE previous question papers have shown consistent emphasis on Power Systems with questions on transmission lines, power flow, fault analysis, and protection, typically accounting for 10-12 marks. Electrical Machines topics focus on transformers, DC machines, synchronous machines, and induction motors, maintaining 10-11 marks. Power Electronics covers converters, inverters, and choppers, typically 8-11 marks. Control Systems and Network Theory together account for 18-20 marks. Engineering Mathematics typically accounts for 12-13 marks. Reviewing these recent previous papers helps understand the current exam trends.
Historical Analysis (1991-2019)
Earlier GATE EE previous question papers (1991-2013) were conducted offline and had slightly different patterns. From 2014 onwards, GATE became completely online and introduced multiple sessions for high-demand branches like Electrical Engineering. The transition period (2014-2016) saw some variations in question distribution, but core subjects remained consistent. Previous papers from 2017-2019 show the modern pattern that continues today, with balanced coverage of power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, control systems, and network theory. Analyzing these previous year papers helps identify recurring topics and question patterns, which is valuable for understanding the evolution of the exam over more than three decades.
GATE EE Cutoff Marks
- GATE 2025: General - 25.0, OBC/EWS - 22.5, SC/ST/PwD - 16.6
- GATE 2024: General - 25.7, OBC/EWS - 23.1, SC/ST/PwD - 17.1
- GATE 2023: General - 25.0, OBC/EWS - 22.5, SC/ST/PwD - 16.6
Related Resources
GATE EE Syllabus
Official GATE Electrical Engineering syllabus
GATE EE Weightage
GATE Electrical Engineering subject-wise weightage
GATE EE Cutoff Marks
GATE Electrical Engineering cutoff marks for all years
GATE Exam Pattern
GATE exam structure, marking scheme, and question types
Note: All GATE EE previous question papers are provided for educational purposes. Regular practice with these previous year papers, combined with a strong understanding of core concepts, is essential for success in GATE Electrical Engineering. Make sure to download and save these previous papers for offline practice. Solving these previous question papers under timed conditions will help you prepare effectively for the actual GATE EE exam.