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GATE 2026 registrations have officially concluded. The registration process for both regular and late-fee phases is now over. With only two months left until the GATE 2026 exam and the official exam dates already announced, aspirants must practice regularly, design a clear preparation roadmap, and give special emphasis to solving Previous Year Questions (PYQs).
GATE Mechanical Previous Year Questions
GATE 2026 will be held for multiple disciplines, and one of the most competitive branches is Mechanical Engineering. Every year lakhs of candidates appear for the Mechanical Engineering paper which requires precision, deep conceptual knowledge and analytical thinking. Since many of its concepts have direct real-world and industrial applications, preparing for this branch demands consistency and focus from all aspirants. Here are the key dates and schedule for GATE 2026.
| GATE 2026 Exam: Highlights | |
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 |
| Organizing Institute | IIT Guwahati. |
| Official Candidate Portal | GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS)
goaps.iitg.ac.in. |
| Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026 |
| Paper Sessions | Two sessions: Forenoon & Afternoon |
| Gate Mechanical PYQs | Available Here |
| Result Date | March 19, 2026 |
| Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
GATE Old Questions Papers
The GATE 2026 Mechanical Engineering exam date will be announced soon. This is the right time for aspirants such as fresh graduates, drop-year candidates, and PSU job seekers to focus on collecting reliable study materials, revising core B. Tech subjects and collecting quality study materials. The key to maximizing marks lies in solving Previous Year Questions (PYQs), which build clarity, confidence, and exam familiarity.
GATE Previous Papers Question Papers (2021-25)
Below are the previous 5 years of GATE mechanical engineering question papers for GATE 2026 aspirants. Aspirants can utilise them for understanding the exam pattern and weightage. GATE mechanical PYQs will help candidates get a clear idea about the questions that are frequently repeated in the exam.
| GATE Mechanical Previous Year Paper and Solutions | ||
| Year | Question Paper PDF | Solution PDF |
| 2025 | Question Paper 2025 | Answer Key |
| 2024 | Question Paper 2024 | Answer Key |
| 2023 | Question Paper 2023 | Answer Key |
| 2022 | Question Paper 2022 | Answer Key |
| 2021 | Question Paper 2021 | Answer Key |
Last 15 Years Mechanical Engineering Question Papers
| GATE Mechanical Last 15 Years Questions with Solutions | |
| Mechanical Engineering | Download PDF |
Significance of Solving PYQs for GATE 2026 Exam
Solving Previous Year Questions (PYQs) is one of the most effective strategies for success in GATE 2026 Mechanical Engineering.
- PYQs help candidates understand the exam pattern, weightage of topics, and question trends followed over the years.
- GATE PYQs strengthen conceptual clarity, improve time management, and reveal the level of problem-solving depth expected in the actual exam.
- Regular practice of PYQs also boosts confidence, helps identify weak areas, and minimizes surprises during the test
GATE 2026 Exam Schedule
The GATE 2026 exam will be held on 07 February, 08 February, 14 February and 15 February 2026. This year, IIT Roorkee is responsible for conducting the GATE 2026 exam which will take place at 235 exam centers across eight IIT zones in India. The exam will consist of a general aptitude test along with the subjects selected by the candidates. Each exam day will feature two shifts: the Morning Shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and the Afternoon Shift from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
| Exam Date | Exam Timing | Paper Code |
| 07 February 2025 | AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, XL | 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM | |
| 08 February 2025 | CS-1, ST | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| CS-2, EY, NM, PE | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM | |
| 14 February 2025 | CE-1, EE, PI | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| BM, CE-2, ME, MT | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM | |
| 15 February 2025 | EC | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| AR, DA | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM |
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