GATE 2026 EE Cutoff: Expected Marks, Past Trends & PSU Targets
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• Updated on 14 Feb, 2026, 8:53 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
GATE 2026 EE qualifying marks are expected between 25–29 for General category, with higher scores required for top IITs and PSUs. Past trends show relatively lower cutoffs for Electrical Engineering compared to other branches. Candidates targeting 70+ marks can secure admission in premier institutes or PSU recruitment.
The GATE 2026 Electrical Engineering (EE) exam was conducted by IIT Guwahati on February 14, 2026, first shift from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. This article provides a detailed overview of the expected cutoff, past trends, admission/PSU target scores, and factors influencing GATE EE cutoff. Candidates can use this analysis to strategize for admissions in IITs, NITs, or for PSU recruitment.
Expected GATE 2026 EE Cutoff
The qualifying cutoff ensures candidates pass the exam, while the admission cutoff varies by institute, branch, category, and seat availability.
GATE 2026 EE Admission & PSU Target Scores
Candidates targeting PSU recruitment need to be in the top 1% of scores. Tier-wise PSU cutoffs:
Past Year GATE EE Cutoff Trends
Analyzing previous years helps predict this year’s movement:
Compared to branches like Mechanical or Civil, EE cutoffs have been slightly lower due to the technical depth of the paper.
GATE 2026 EE Cutoff for IITs and NITs
Admission cutoffs depend on COAP (for IITs) and CCMT (for NITs) counseling rounds:
GATE 2026 EE: Factors Influencing Cutoff
About GATE EE Exam
The GATE EE exam tests General Aptitude (15%), Engineering Mathematics (13%), and Core Electrical Engineering subjects (72%). Core subjects include:
- Electrical Machines
- Power Systems
- Control Systems
- Power Electronics
- Electric Circuits
- Signals & Systems
- Electromagnetic Fields
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