Content Curator | Updated On - Jul 4, 2024
IIT Roorkee has released the official GATE 2025 Aerospace Engineering syllabus on gate2025.iitr.ac.in/. We have provided PDF links to download the updated AE syllabus. The syllabus for AE is based on three different sections, Engineering Mathematics, General Aptitude and Core AE subjects. The question paper includes a total of 65 questions, out of which approximately 45 questions are from the syllabus of the AE core subject.
The exam is likely to be conducted from February 1-9, 2025, registrations for which will begin in August 2024. You can cover the entire syllabus of AE in a minimum of 6 months but it is always advisable to start early.
| Syllabus | |
|---|---|
| AE Syllabus | Download PDF |
| General Aptitude Syllabus | Download PDF |
| Engineering Mathematics | Download PDF |
Exam Pattern for Aerospace Engineering
| Sections | Marks Weightage | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude | 15% | 10 | 15 |
| Engineering Mathematics | 15% | 9 | 15 |
| Aerospace Engineering | 70% | 46 | 70 |
| Total | - | 65 | 100 |
GATE Aerospace Engineering in a Nutshell
| Aerospace Engineering Paper Code | AE |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Number of Questions | 65 |
| Types of Questions | MCQs and NAT. |
| Number of Sections | 3 (General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics, Aerospace Engineering Subject Questions) |
| Weightage by Section | General Aptitude – 15% of total marks Engineering Mathematics – 15% of total marks Aerospace Engineering Subjects – 70% of total marks |
| Total Time Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
Important Sections to Note
| Section 1 | |
|---|---|
| Numerical Computation | English Grammar |
| Numerical Estimation | Verbal Analogies |
| Numerical Reasoning and Data Interpretation | Vocabulary |
| Section 2 | |
| Linear Algebra | Complex Analysis |
| Calculus | Numerical Methods |
| Differential Equations ( ODE and PDE) | Probability and Statistics |
| Vector Analysis | Limits and Continuity |
| Section 3 | |
| Basics of Flight Mechanics | Airplane Performance |
| Basic Fluid Mechanics | Airfoil and WIngs |
| Basic Fluid Mechanics | Airfoil and WIngs |
| Compressible Flows | Strength of materials |
| Flight Vehicle Structures | Structural Dynamics |
| Basics of Propulsion | Aerothermodynamics of Blade Engines |
| Turbomachinery | Space Dynamics |
Tips from GATE AIR 1- Kundan Jaiswal
1. Comprehensive Study of Essential Subjects: Dedicated significant effort to mastering key topics like Structures and Flight Mechanics, which are pivotal for Aerospace and commonly featured in GATE exams.
2. Centralized Study Material Collection: Organized all relevant study resources into a single, detailed compilation to eliminate the need for time-consuming searches.
3. In-depth Analysis of Test Series: Conducted thorough reviews of test series, focusing on understanding and correcting mistakes, particularly those related to concepts and calculations.
Topic-wise Weightage
| Section | Total Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Engineering Mathematics | 9 |
| Basics of Flight Mechanics | 5 |
| Airplane Performance | 3 |
| Basic Fluid Mechanics | 5 |
| Airfoil and WIngs | 6 |
| Compressible Flows | 3 |
| Strength of materials | 5 |
| Flight Vehicle Structures | 3 |
| Structural Dynamics | 4 |
| Basics of Propulsion | 2 |
| Aerothermodynamics of Blade Engines | 4 |
| Turbomachinery | 3 |
| Space Dynamics | 3 |
Previous Year Question Papers for Aerospace Engineering
| Session | Question Paper PDF |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Check Here |
| 2023 | Check Here |
| 2022 | Check Here |
| 2021 | Check Here |
| 2020 | Check Here |
Books to Refer for GATE Aerospace Engineering
| Book Name | Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|
| GATE Engineering Mathematics for All Streams | Abhinav Goel and Suraj Singh, Arihant Publication |
| Introduction to Flight | John D Anderson, Tata McGraw - Hill Education |
| Fundamentals of Aerodynamics | John D Anderson, Tata McGraw - Hill Education |
| Theory of Structures | Ramamrutham, Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company |
| Rocket Propulsion Elements | George P. Sutton, Wiley India Pvt Ltd |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What are the important subjects covered in GATE Aerospace Engineering Syllabus?
Ans. Following are the important subjects covered in Aerospace Engineering Syllabus:
- Basics of Flight Mechanics
- Airplane Performance
- Basic Fluid Mechanics
- Airfoil and WIngs
- Compressible Flows
- Strength of materials
- Flight Vehicle Structures
- Structural Dynamics
- Basics of Propulsion
Ques. When will the official syllabus for GATE ECE will be declared by IIT Roorkee?
Ans. IIT Roorkee has released the official syllabus of all the subjects on July 1. They have released it on their official website gate2025.iitr.ac.in/.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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