GATE Computer Science Subject Weightage (2005-2009): Graduate Aptitude Test for Engineering is a national level examination conducted every year. It provides admission to post-graduate engineering courses like M.Tech, M.E offered by the IITs, NITs, and various private institutions. This year, GATE Examination will be organized by Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. The details shall be posted on their official website i.e www.gate.iitr.ernet.in.
In order to excel in GATE examination, one needs rigorous preparation and commitment. No matter how many times you study the syllabus or attempt mock tests, your score will eventually depend on how you are able to utilize time and engage in selective and smart study. At any cost, you can not ignore the importance of trend analysis and its implication on your preparation.
So, for the next few days, we will be providing an in-depth analysis of the subjects of various engineering papers of GATE examination. We will be covering the information of papers concerning the years of 2005-2015. In this article, we will be giving complete information on Computer Science Subject Weightage for the years 2005-2009.
Analysis of GATE Computer Science Exam
For the year 2017, Computer Science consists of 65 questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Out of these 65 questions, 10 questions carrying a total of 15 marks will be on General Aptitude (GA). Rest of the 55 questions will be from Technical and Engineering Mathematics section.
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks Per Section |
| General Aptitude | 10 | 15 |
| Engineering Mathematics + Technical | 55 | 85 (15+70) |
| Total | 65 | 100 |
In GATE 2017, there will be negative marking for the multiple choice type questions.
- For, 1-mark multiple-choice questions, 1/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.
- For 2-mark multiple-choice questions, 2/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.
- There is NO negative marking for numerical answer type questions.
Once you get acquainted with the exam pattern of GATE 2017, you must drag your attention towards previous year’s papers analysis. Not only does it help you in filtering out the important topics but also helps you understand the structure in a better perspective.
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So, it is imperative to know the pattern of questions and distribution of marks of the topics covered in GATE exam. Let’s have a look at our Computer Science subject weightage for the years 2005 to 2009 and analyze the important topics.
GATE Computer Science Subject Weightage for 2005-2009
Since 2005, a lot of changes have occurred in the GATE examination in terms of distribution of marks and questions.
- From the year 2005 to 2008, the total marks allotted to the exam was 150.
- In 2009, the total marks for the exam was 100 and the number of questions dropped to 60.
- From 2010 onwards, the exam pattern completely changed. The written examination has a total of 65 questions carrying a total of 100 marks.
One subject common to all papers of GATE examination is Engineering Mathematics. Engineering maths has significant contribution in terms of distribution of marks every year in all of the papers. So, you must give it equal attention and try to put it at the top of your priority list.
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Have a look at our analysis of computer science subject weightage of marks from year 2005 to 2009 and try to analyze the important topics for each.
| Name of the Subject | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Computer Network | 9 | 11 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Programming & Data Structures | 11 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Operating System | 4 | 17 | 14 | 12 | 12 |
| Algorithm | 22 | 22 | 27 | 32 | 15 |
| Digital Logic | 14 | 11 | 13 | 6 | 2 |
| Computer Organization | 22 | 14 | 14 | 24 | 10 |
| Databases | 11 | 9 | 12 | 11 | 5 |
| Theory of Computation | 14 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 10 |
| Compiler Design | 11 | 11 | 11 | 6 | 1 |
| Engineering Mathematics | 30 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 16 |
| Software Engineering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Web Technology | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| General Aptitude | – | – | – | – | – |
| Total Marks | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 100 |
From the above information, it is clear that Algorithm and Computer Organization carries a higher weightage of marks. Theory of Computation and Digital Logic also have significant weightage of marks. Least weightage of marks is seen under the topics Software Engineering and Computer Network.
In this way, you will able to filter out topics from each year and can prepare accordingly. However, we do not advise the candidates to leave any topic. You must strive to cover each and every topic but you should do so with the time constraint in mind. Try to concentrate more on topics of higher significance and maintain a proper strategy.
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Have a look at the GATE subject weightage and analysis for other related disciplines from the following links:
- GATE Civil Engineering Subject Weightage (2005-2009)
- GATE Mechanical Engineering Subject Weightage (2005-2009)
- GATE Electronics Communication Subject Weightage (2005-2009)
- GATE Electrical Engineering Subject Weightage (2005-2009)
We conclude our article on GATE Computer Science Subject Weightage for the years 2005-2009. Stay connected for more information on our analysis of major subjects of the GATE examination. We will soon be posting more information regarding Computer Science Subject Weightage for the sessions 2010-2013 and 2014-2016.
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