A defined set of topics
Depending on your branch, you will see linear algebra, calculus, differential equations, probability and statistics, complex variables, transforms and numerical methods. Each has a limited set of question types, so repeated problem-solving builds speed quickly.
How to practise
- Revise the formula set for each topic on one page
- Solve previous-style problems under a clock
- Track which topics you solve correctly but slowly
Inside the mock
Treat Mathematics as a block of marks to secure, and avoid spending several minutes on any one question. Numerical-answer questions leave no room for guesswork, so verify your final calculation. A review habit like the one described in reviewing incorrect questions helps close gaps quickly.
Also see General Aptitude, the GATE paper pattern and the GATE hub.