GATE 2025 Feb 2 Exam– The GATE 2025 February 2 exam is now over. The first shift, which included the ME, PE, and AR papers, was conducted from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, while the second shift for the EE paper took place from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check the memory-based question paper, answer key, and cutoff details. The exam was conducted in a computer-based mode across various centers.
GATE 2025 Feb 2 Exam- Shift 1 Exam Analysis (ME, PE, AR)
The morning session of GATE 2025 on February 2 included Mechanical Engineering (ME), Petroleum Engineering (PE), and Architecture & Planning (AR) papers.
According to student reactions, the overall difficulty level of the shift 1 paper was moderate. Most aspirants found the exam well-balanced, with questions covering all key topics.
The GATE 2025 ME question paper and answer key (memory-based) are now available for candidates to review.
Shift 2 Exam Analysis (EE)
The second shift was conducted for Electrical Engineering (EE) from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The exam was rated moderate by students. Major topics covered in the GATE 2025 EE paper included Control Systems, Network Theory, and Power Systems.
Many candidates mentioned that the paper was neither too tough nor too easy, making it a balanced test overall. The memory-based question paper and answer key for the EE exam are now accessible.
GATE 2025 Feb 2 Answer Key & Cutoff
The official GATE 2025 answer key will be released later by IIT Roorkee. However, memory-based solutions for the ME, PE, AR, and EE papers are available now. Expected cutoff marks for these subjects will be shared soon based on student performance and expert analysis.
GATE 2025 Expected Cutoff: Category-Wise Marks & Analysis
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 cutoff marks will be officially released along with the results on March 19, 2025. The cutoff marks are determined based on multiple factors, including the number of candidates appearing for the exam, the difficulty level of the question paper, and the availability of seats in various engineering disciplines.
| Exam Date | Test Paper | Cutoff (GEN) | Cutoff (OBC-NCL/EWS) | Cutoff (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2025 | Computer Science & IT (CS) | 28-32 | 26-30 | 19-23 |
| Agricultural Engineering (AG) | 25-28 | 23-26 | 17-20 | |
| Mathematics (MA) | 26-29 | 23-26 | 16-19 | |
| Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering (NM) | 26-30 | 23-28 | 17-22 | |
| Metallurgical Engineering (MT) | 40-44 | 38-42 | 28-32 | |
| Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) | 29-34 | 26-30 | 19-23 | |
| Instrumentation Engineering (IN) | 34-38 | 30-35 | 22-25 | |
| February 2, 2025 | Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 30-35 | 27-32 | 20-25 |
| Petroleum Engineering (PE) | 42-45 | 38-42 | 30-35 | |
| Architecture & Planning (AR) | 42-45 | 37-40 | 28-32 | |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | 28-32 | 24-27 | 20-23 | |
| February 15, 2025 | Chemistry (CY) | TBU | TBU | TBU |
| Aerospace Engineering (AE) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Data Science & AI (DA) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Environmental Science & Engg (ES) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Production & Industrial Engg (PI) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Electronics & Communication Engg (EC) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Geomatics Engineering (GE) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Biomedical Engineering (BM) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Ecology & Evolution (EY) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| February 16, 2025 | Civil Engineering (CE) | TBU | TBU | TBU |
| Chemical Engineering (CH) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Physics (PH) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Biotechnology (BT) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Statistics (ST) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Engineering Sciences (XE) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Life Sciences (XL) | TBU | TBU | TBU | |
| Mining Engineering (MN) | TBU | TBU | TBU |
TBU – To Be Updated after further analysis
Below, we provide the expected cutoff marks for GATE 2025 based on expert analysis and previous trends.
Student Reactions & Exam Day Guidelines
Candidates who appeared for the GATE 2025 Feb 2 exam reported a smooth experience at the exam centers. Important guidelines, such as carrying the GATE 2025 admit card, valid ID proof, and arriving 90 minutes before the exam, were strictly followed. Electronic devices were prohibited, and students were provided with scribble pads for rough work.
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