GATE 2025: Beginner’s Guide to M.Tech and PSU Jobs What is GATE? Hi! GATE stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, and it’s an exam for engineering students who want to study more—like doing an M.Tech at IITs or NITs—or get a great job at a government company like ONGC, IOCL, or BHEL. These companies are called PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings), and they offer high-paying, secure jobs. GATE is run by the IITs and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), and about 7 lakh students take it every year. It’s a big step to grow your career as an engineer! A Little History of GATE GATE started in 1983 to help pick students for M.Tech programs at IITs and other top institutes. Over time, it became more than just an exam for studies—big government companies started using GATE scores to hire engineers, making it even more important. In 2010, GATE became a computer-based test, and since 2017, your GATE score is valid for 3 years, so you can use it to apply for jobs or studies later. It’s
