IIT Madras has officially updated the curriculum and section codes for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027), introducing a brand new paper on Robotics and Automation (RA) along with revised syllabus structures for multiple disciplines.
Quick Overview: GATE 2027 Revised Syllabus: Paper-Wise Changes & New RA Paper
| Organization / Authority | IIT Madras / GATE 2027 |
|---|---|
| Organizing Authority | IIT Madras |
| Major Addition | Robotics and Automation (RA) Test Paper |
| Updated Codes | XE, XH, and XL Sectional Codes Revised |
| Total Papers | 31 Test Papers |
| Official Site | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
Important Dates & Schedule
| Syllabus Revision Notified | September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Regular Registration Last Date | 05 October 2026 |
| Examination Month | February 2027 |
Key Highlights of the Revised Syllabus
The newly introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) paper covers Kinematics, Dynamics, Robot Control, Sensors, Actuators, Vision Systems, Machine Intelligence, and Autonomous Systems. Certain engineering sciences (XE) and humanities (XH) codes have updated reference texts and topic distributions.
How to Download GATE 2027 Paper-Wise Syllabus PDFs
- Visit the official website gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Click on “Papers and Syllabus” in the navigation menu.
- Select your discipline (e.g., CS, EC, ME, CE, EE, or RA).
- Download the official PDF syllabus document.
- Verify section-wise weightage and recommended reference materials.
Official Direct Links
| GATE 2027 Syllabus Directory | Download Syllabus |
| Official GATE Notifications | View Changes |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can candidates choose RA as a second test paper?
Yes, the RA paper is available in designated two-paper combination sets published on the GOAPS portal.
Are the general aptitude syllabus topics identical for all papers?
Yes, the General Aptitude section (15 marks) follows a uniform pattern across all 31 test papers.