GATE Physics syllabus 2024 mainly includes topics from Core Physics and General Aptitude. The weightage of the topics is 85% and 15%, respectively. Candidates who opt for Physics as their first paper for GATE 2024 can select the second paper among the subjects.
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GATE Physics Syllabus 2024
The candidates who chose Physics must thoroughly know about the 2024 GATE Physics syllabus 2024 topics to ace the examination. The key sections under the GATE 2024 Physics syllabus are as follows.
Section 1: Mathematical Physics
- Vector calculus and matrices
- Linear differential equations
- Complex analysis
- Laplace transform, Fourier analysis
- Tensors
Section 2: Classical Mechanics
- Lagrangian formulation
- Central force motion
- Small oscillations and rigid body dynamics
- Special theory of relativity
Section 3: Electromagnetic Theory
- Solutions of electrostatic and magnetostatic problems
- Maxwell’s equations
- Electromagnetic waves and polarization
- Radiation from a moving charge
Section 4: Quantum Mechanics
- Postulates of quantum mechanics
- One-dimensional potentials
- Two and three-dimensional systems
- Perturbation theory
- Scattering theory
Section 5: Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
- Laws of thermodynamics
- Partition function and ensembles
- Quantum and classical statistics
- Phase transitions
Section 6: Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Spectra of atoms and molecules
- Spin-orbit interaction
- Spectroscopy and interaction of light with matter
Section 7: Solid State Physics
- Crystallography
- Band theory of solids
- Optical and dielectric properties
- Magnetic properties
- Superconductivity
Section 8: Electronics
- Semiconductor physics
- Semiconductor devices
- Digital logic circuits and electronic devices
Section 9: Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Nuclear physics
- Nuclear models and reactions
- Particle physics and elementary particles
GATE Physics General Aptitude Syllabus 2024
The following is the GATE syllabus for the 15% of General Aptitude questions asked in the examination.
| Section | Topics |
| Verbal Aptitude | Basic English grammar: tenses, articles, adjectives, prepositions, conjunctions, verb-noun agreement, andother parts of speech. Basic vocabulary: words, idioms, and phrases in context Reading andcomprehension Narrative sequencing |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Data interpretation: data graphs (bar graphs, pie charts, and other graphs representing data), 2- and 3-dimensional plots, maps, and tables Numerical computation and estimation: ratios, percentages, powers,exponents and logarithms, permutations and combinations, and series Mensuration and geometryElementary statistics and probability |
| Analytical Aptitude | Logic: deduction and induction Analogy Numerical relations and reasoning Spatial AptitudeTransformation of shapes: translation, rotation, scaling, mirroring, assembling, and grouping Paperfolding, cutting, and patterns in 2 and 3 dimensions |
| Spatial Aptitude | Transformation of shapes: translation, rotation, scaling, mirroring, assembling, and grouping Paperfolding, cutting, and patterns in 2 and 3 dimensions |
GATE Exam Pattern 2024
The GATE 2024 examination is the gateway for aspirants to get admission to postgraduate and doctoral-level programs in the IITs. The GATE exam pattern of the GATE Physics 2024 paper is as follows.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | Online, Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total Questions | 65 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Types of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions | |
| Sections | General Aptitude |
| Subject-based (Core Physics) | |
| Marking Scheme | MCQ - Negative marking; 1/3 for 1 mark questions, 2/3 for 2 marks questions |
| NAT/MSQ - No negative marking |
GATE Books for Physics 2024
The books that can aid in your preparation for the GATE Physics syllabus 2024 are given below. Consistency and a proper preparation strategy will helpcandidates achieve desired results.
| Book | Author/ Publication |
| Chapterwise Solved Papers Physics GATE | Vijay Kumar |
| GATE 2021 – Guide – Physics | GKP |
| GATE - Physics - Chapterwise Previous Year's Solved Papers | Dr Vijay Kumar | Dr Israt Ali |
