CS is not the same paper as DA. Include General Aptitude as well as the CS subject syllabus.
Know the stages
Paper structure
| Component | What the source specifies |
|---|---|
| Paper code | CS |
| Total marks | 100 |
| General Aptitude | 15 marks |
| Subject component | 85 marks |
Standard paper details shown. Read the official instructions for accommodations and exceptions.
Subject coverage
Tick an area after reviewing it. This is a compressed outline; the official document has the full subtopics.
Mathematics and foundations
Computing core
Use the overview well
Planning your revision
Connect related areas when revising: a data structure can appear inside an algorithm, and computer organisation can help explain an operating-system question. Still keep separate coverage checks for every official section. For a later GATE cycle, compare the new paper PDF before carrying this list forward.
Go back to the authority
Official sources & reference links
- Official GATE 2026 paper directory (opens in a new tab)
Paper codes and General Aptitude
gate2026.iitg.ac.in - Official CS syllabus · PDF (opens in a new tab)
Subject sections; read alongside General Aptitude
gate2026.iitg.ac.in
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Report a source or syllabus issueCommon questions
Is this the complete official GATE Computer Science syllabus?
No. It is an editorial overview for the labelled cycle. Open the official documents above for every subtopic, paper instruction and exception.
Can I use this for a different exam cycle?
Use it as a starting point, then compare it with the notification for your own attempt. A reviewed older reference does not establish that a later syllabus is unchanged.
Does ticking every topic mean I am exam-ready?
The checks track your review of broad areas on this device. They do not measure mastery, completion of official subtopics or eligibility.