- By Sarju Saran Tiwari
- Mon, 17 Mar 2025 03:28 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
GATE 2025:The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a crucial exam for engineering graduates seeking opportunities in both academia and industry. Conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT-R) this year, the GATE 2025 results are set to be released on March 19.
This exam not only facilitates admission to prestigious institutions but also serves as a gateway for recruitment in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). GATE scores are utilized by various PSUs for hiring purposes, offering candidates a chance to secure government jobs. Additionally, these scores can be shared with institutions supported by the Ministry of Education for admission and recruitment purposes.
Overview of GATE 2025 and PSU Recruitment:
GATE 2025 was held over weekends between February 1 and 16 in two sessions. The exam's significance extends beyond academic admissions, as it is a key criterion for recruitment in several PSUs. Candidates with valid GATE scores can apply for positions in prominent organizations like Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), and National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), among others.
List of PSUs Accepting GATE Scores
Here is a comprehensive list of Public Sector Undertakings that use GATE scores for recruitment:
| PSU Name | Industry/Field |
|---|---|
| Airports Authority of India (AAI) | Aviation |
| Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) | Heavy Electricals |
| Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) | Telecommunications |
| Coal India Limited (CIL) | Mining |
| Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) | Railways |
| Chenab Valley Power Projects Limited (CVPPL) | Power |
| Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) | Power |
| Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL) | Electronics |
| Engineers India Limited (EIL) | Engineering Services |
| Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) | Gas and Energy |
| Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) | Aerospace |
| Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) | Oil and Gas |
| Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL) | Shipbuilding |
| National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) | Aluminium |
| National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) | Infrastructure |
| NLC India Limited (NLCIL) | Mining and Power |
| National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) | Mining |
| Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) | Nuclear Energy |
| National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) | Power |
| Odisha Power Generation Corporation Limited (OPGC) | Power |
| Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) | Oil and Gas |
| Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID) | Power Transmission |
| Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) | Power Transmission |
| Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) | Steel |
| Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) | Steel |
GATE 2025: Admission and Financial Assistance
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level examination that assesses candidates' understanding in various subjects for admission to Master’s and Doctoral programs.
A valid GATE score can be used for seeking admission to Master’s programs and direct Doctoral programs in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, and Humanities in institutions supported by the Ministry of Education (MoE) and other government agencies.
Additionally, GATE scores qualify candidates for financial assistance. M.Tech students receive a stipend of Rs. 12,400 per month, generally paid for 22 months. For Ph.D. programs, the financial assistance is Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 per month from the third to the fifth year.
What's New in GATE 2025: PSU Recruitment and Institutional Updates:
In GATE 2025, several updates have been announced. The Biological Sciences and Bioengineering Department at IIT Kanpur will admit M.Tech students based on GATE 2025 scores. On the PSU front, Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) will use GATE results for recruitment in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) will use GATE results for Electrical Engineering, while GAIL (India) Limited will use scores from Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering for recruitment. These developments highlight the growing relevance of GATE scores in both academic admissions and PSU recruitment processes.
