DA has its own syllabus. Do not copy the entire CS checklist into it.
Know the stages
Paper structure
| Component | What the source specifies |
|---|---|
| Paper code | DA |
| 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.
Mathematical foundations
Computing and intelligence
Use the overview well
Planning your revision
Build the mathematics and programming foundations into your practice plan before stacking advanced model names. Keep small examples that show what an algorithm does and when its assumptions fail. Use the official DA units to bound the scope; a popular online data-science course can include material that is outside this particular paper.
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 DA 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 Data Science & AI 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.