GATE EE Syllabus 2026: Topics, Weightage & Preparation Tips

IIT Guwahati has released the GATE Electrical Engineering (EE) syllabus for 2026. Candidates appearing for GATE EE 2026 must familiarise themselves with the detailed syllabus, section-wise weightage, and exam pattern to prepare effectively for the exam. The GATE EE exam consists of three sections: General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics, and core Electrical Engineering subjects. The weightage distribution is as follows: General Aptitude – 15%, Engineering Mathematics – 13%, and core Electrical Engineering – 72%.

Section-wise Syllabus Overview

Engineering Mathematics

• Linear Algebra: Matrix algebra, systems of linear equations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors.
• Calculus: Definite and improper integrals, multiple integrals, Fourier series, vector identities, directional derivatives, line, surface, and volume integrals, Stokes’, Gauss’, and Green’s theorems.
• Differential Equations: First-order equations, higher-order linear equations, method of variation of parameters, Euler & Cauchy equations, PDEs, separation of variables.
• Complex Variables: Analytic functions, Cauchy’s theorem & formula, Taylor & Laurent series, Residue theorem.
• Probability & Statistics: Sampling, conditional probability, distributions, correlation, regression, mean, median, mode, standard deviation.

Core Electrical Engineering Subjects

• Electric Circuits: KCL, KVL, network theorems, AC/DC analysis, resonance, power factor, balanced three-phase circuits.
• Electromagnetic Fields: Coulomb’s law, Gauss’s law, Biot-Savart law, Faraday’s law, inductance, magnetic circuits.
• Signals and Systems: Continuous & discrete signals, Fourier & Laplace transforms, Z-transform, sampling theorem.
• Electrical Machines: Transformers, DC machines, induction machines, synchronous machines, efficiency, and performance analysis.
• Power Systems: Generation, transmission, distribution, load flow, fault analysis, protection systems, system stability.
• Control Systems: Transfer function, block diagrams, stability analysis, P, PI, PID controllers, state-space representation.
• Electrical & Electronic Measurements: Measurement techniques, instrument transformers, oscilloscopes, error analysis.
• Analog & Digital Electronics: Diode circuits, amplifiers, oscillators, operational amplifiers, logic circuits, A/D & D/A converters.
• Power Electronics: Thyristor, MOSFET, IGBT characteristics, converters, inverters, PWM, harmonics, power factor.

GATE EE Section-wise Weightage

GATE EE Exam Pattern 2026

• Total Questions: 65
• Maximum Marks: 100
• Duration: 3 hours
• Mode: Online
• Question Types: MCQs, MSQs, Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
• Negative Marking:
  • MCQs: 1/3 for 1-mark questions, 2/3 for 2-mark questions
  • No negative marking for MSQs & NAT

Preparation Tips for GATE EE 2026

1. Understand the Syllabus: Focus on high-weightage topics first.
2. Prepare a Study Plan: Allocate time based on strengths and weaknesses.
3. Clear Core Concepts: Focus on understanding fundamentals, not rote learning.
4. Practice Previous Papers: Identify trends, important topics, and weak areas.
5. Take Mock Tests: Improve time management and exam confidence.
6. Create Revision Notes: Summarize formulas, concepts, and key points for quick review.

Recommended Books

• Engineering Mathematics – Erwin Kreyszig
• Principles of Electromagnetics – Matthew N.O. Sadiku & S.V. Kulkarni
• Signals and Systems – Oppenheim Alan V, Willsky Alan S
• Integrated Electronics – Jacob Millman & Christos C. Halkias
• Electrical Machinery – P.S. Bimbhra