GATE 2026 XL Question Paper PDF Out: Download Life Sciences Paper & Analysis
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• Updated on 25 Mar, 2026, 3:51 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
GATE 2026 XL question paper is now available in memory-based format. The Life Sciences paper was moderate in difficulty, with good attempts ranging between 55–57 questions.
The GATE 2026 XL Question Paper has been made available in memory-based format for candidates. The Life Sciences paper helps in understanding the exam pattern, difficulty level, and important topics asked. The exam was conducted on 7 February 2026 by Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. Based on student feedback, the overall paper was moderate, though a few sections were lengthy.
GATE 2026 XL Question Paper PDF Download
Candidates can access the Life Sciences paper PDF using the available link below.
- Download GATE 2026 XL Question Paper PDF (Memory-Based)
The official question paper will be released along with the answer key on the GOAPS portal.
GATE 2026 XL Paper Analysis: Section-Wise Difficulty
A quick overview of section-wise difficulty and key topics is given below.
Students reported that good attempts ranged between 55–57 questions.
GATE 2026 XL Exam Pattern and Weightage
The Life Sciences paper follows a structured pattern with compulsory and optional sections.
The total exam duration was 3 hours.
GATE 2026 XL Marking Scheme
Candidates can check the marking scheme used in the exam.
This scheme helps candidates calculate estimated scores using the answer key.
Key Highlights of GATE 2026 XL Paper
- Overall difficulty level remained moderate
- Chemistry section was relatively tougher
- Questions were concept-based and application-oriented
- Paper included a mix of theory and numerical questions
- No major out-of-syllabus questions reported
What is GATE Exam and Its Importance
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is conducted for admission into M.Tech, M.Sc., and PhD programmes, along with recruitment in PSUs. or 2026, the exam was conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, and the result was declared on 19 March 2026. The GATE 2026 XL question paper serves as an important resource for analysing performance, understanding trends, and preparing for upcoming sessions.
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