GATE Civil Engineering (CE) Syllabus
GATE CE covers engineering mathematics, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, and geomatics, plus the common general aptitude section.
8 subjects · 81 topics · 696 subtopics
General Aptitude
Verbal Aptitude
- English Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions)
- Verb-Noun Agreement & Parts of Speech
- Vocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)
- Reading Comprehension
- Narrative Sequencing
Quantitative Aptitude
- Data Interpretation (Bar, Pie, Graphs, Tables)
- Ratios, Percentages, Powers, Exponents & Logarithms
- Permutations & Combinations
- Series
- Mensuration & Geometry
- Elementary Statistics & Probability
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Alligation & Mixture
- Partnership
- Time & Work
Analytical Aptitude
- Deduction & Induction
- Analogy
- Numerical Relations & Reasoning
Spatial Aptitude
- Transformation of Shapes (Translation, Rotation, Scaling, Mirroring)
- Paper Folding, Cutting & Patterns
- 2D & 3D Patterns
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra
- Matrix Algebra & Operations
- Determinants
- Rank of a Matrix
- Systems of Linear Equations
- Consistency of Linear Systems
- Gaussian Elimination
- Eigenvalues & Eigenvectors
- Characteristic Equation
- Diagonalization
- Cayley-Hamilton Theorem
- Quadratic Forms
Calculus
- Functions of Single Variable
- Limits & Continuity
- Differentiability
- Mean Value Theorems (Rolle, Lagrange)
- Local Maxima & Minima
- Taylor Series
- Definite & Indefinite Integrals
- Area & Volume via Integration
- Partial & Total Derivatives
Vector Calculus
- Directional Derivatives
- Gradient, Divergence & Curl
- Vector Identities
- Line Integrals
- Surface & Volume Integrals
- Conservative Fields
- Green's Theorem
- Gauss Divergence Theorem
- Stokes' Theorem
Ordinary Differential Equations
- First-Order Linear Equations
- First-Order Nonlinear Equations
- Exact Differential Equations
- Higher-Order Linear ODEs
- Complementary Function & PI
- Euler-Cauchy Equations
- Laplace Transform for ODEs
- Initial Value Problems
- Boundary Value Problems
- Applications of ODEs
Partial Differential Equations
- Fourier Series
- Half-Range Sine & Cosine Series
- Separation of Variables
- 1D Diffusion Equation
- 1D Wave Equation (First-Order)
- 1D Wave Equation (Second-Order)
- 2D Laplace Equation
- Boundary Conditions in PDEs
Probability
- Conditional Probability
- Bayes' Theorem
- Random Variables
- PMF, PDF & CDF
- Binomial Distribution
- Poisson Distribution
- Normal Distribution
- Correlation & Covariance
Statistics & Regression
- Sampling Theorems
- Mean, Median & Mode
- Standard Deviation
- Linear Regression
- Least Squares Regression
- Hypothesis Testing
Numerical Solution of Equations
- Error Analysis
- Absolute & Relative Error
- Linear Algebraic Equations
- Nonlinear Algebraic Equations
- Bisection Method
- Newton-Raphson Method
- Secant Method
- Newton Interpolation
- Lagrange Interpolation
Numerical Integration & ODEs
- Numerical Differentiation
- Trapezoidal Rule
- Simpson's Rule
- Single-Step Methods (ODEs)
- Multi-Step Methods (ODEs)
- Euler Method
- Runge-Kutta Methods
Structural Engineering
Statics & Rigid Bodies
- System of Forces
- Resultant of Forces
- Free-Body Diagrams
- Equilibrium Equations
- Internal Forces in Structures
- Friction & Applications
- Centre of Mass
- Centroid of Plane Areas
- Moment of Inertia
Energy Methods & Vibrations
- Energy Methods
- Principle of Virtual Work
- Free Vibration (Undamped SDOF)
- Natural Frequency
- Spring-Mass Systems
Stress, Strain & Beams
- Simple Stress & Strain
- Hooke's Law
- Axial Deformation
- Elastic Constants & Relations
- Thermal Stress
- Bending Moment (Determinate Beams)
- Shear Force (Determinate Beams)
- SFD & BMD
- Simple Bending Theory
- Flexural Stresses
- Shear Stresses in Beams
- Shear Centre
Torsion, Stress Transformation & Columns
- Uniform Torsion
- Torsion of Circular Shafts
- Transformation of Stress
- Principal Stresses & Planes
- Mohr's Circle for Stress
- Theories of Failure
- Buckling of Columns
- Euler's Column Theory
- Effective Length of Columns
- Combined Bending & Direct Stress
- Eccentric Loading
Determinate Structures & Energy Methods
- Determinate Structures
- Force Method
- Energy Methods
- Strain Energy
- Castigliano's Theorem
- Unit Load Method
- Method of Superposition
- Trusses (Joints & Sections)
- Analysis of Arches
- Analysis of Cables
Indeterminate Analysis & Influence Lines
- Indeterminate Structures
- Analysis of Beams
- Analysis of Frames
- Slope Deflection Method
- Moment Distribution Method
- Influence Lines
- Muller-Breslau Principle
- Stiffness Method
- Flexibility Method
- Matrix Methods
Construction Materials
- Structural Steel Composition
- Structural Steel Properties & Behaviour
- Concrete Constituents
- Cement Properties
- Aggregates & Properties
- Water-Cement Ratio
- Concrete Mix Design
- Workability of Concrete
- Short-Term Properties
- Long-Term Properties
- Creep & Shrinkage
- Durability of Concrete
Construction Management
- Types of Construction Projects
- Project Planning
- Network Analysis
- PERT
- CPM
- Critical Path
- Floats
- Crashing of Networks
- Resource Allocation
- Cost Estimation
- Rate Analysis
RC Fundamentals & Beams
- Working Stress Method
- Limit State Method
- Limit States (Collapse & Service)
- Partial Safety Factors
- Design of Beams
- Singly Reinforced Beams
- Doubly Reinforced Beams
- Design for Shear & Torsion
- Shear Design of Beams
- Bond, Development & Anchorage
Slabs, Columns & Prestressed
- Design of Slabs
- One-Way Slabs
- Two-Way Slabs
- Slab Coefficients
- Design of Columns
- Short Columns
- Long Columns
- Prestressed Concrete Beams
- Losses in Prestress
Steel Member Design
- Working Stress Design
- Limit State Design
- Tension Members
- Net & Gross Area
- Compression Members
- Slenderness Ratio
- Block Shear Failure
- Design of Beams
- Beam-Columns
- Column Bases
Connections & Plastic Analysis
- Simple Connections
- Eccentric Connections
- Bolted Connections
- Bolt & Weld Strength
- Welded Connections
- Beam-Column Connections
- Plate Girders
- Trusses
- Plastic Analysis (Beams)
- Plastic Analysis (Frames)
- Shape Factor & Collapse Load
Geotechnical Engineering
Soil Phase & Index Properties
- Three-Phase System
- Phase Relationships
- Void Ratio
- Porosity
- Degree of Saturation
- Water Content
- Unit Weights
- Specific Gravity
- Index Properties
- Atterberg Limits
- Relative Density
- Soil Type Identification
Soil Classification
- Unified Soil Classification
- Indian Standard Classification
- Grain Size Distribution
- Sieve Analysis
- Hydrometer Analysis
- Plasticity Chart
- Group Index
Permeability
- Permeability of Soils
- Darcy's Law
- One-Dimensional Flow
- Constant Head Test
- Falling Head Test
- Anisotropic Permeability
- Capillarity
Seepage
- Two-Dimensional Seepage
- Flow Nets
- Uplift Pressure
- Piping
- Seepage Force
- Critical Hydraulic Gradient
- Quicksand Condition
- Exit Gradient
Effective Stress & Compaction
- Principle of Effective Stress
- Total Stress
- Pore Water Pressure
- Effective Stress Under Seepage
- Compaction of Soils
- Standard Proctor Test
- Modified Proctor Test
- OMC & MDD
- Field Compaction Control
Consolidation
- One-Dimensional Consolidation
- Terzaghi's Theory
- Time Rate of Consolidation
- Coefficient of Consolidation
- Degree of Consolidation
- Compression Index
- Consolidation Settlement
- NC & OC Clays
- Preconsolidation Pressure
- Coefficient of Compressibility
- Coefficient of Volume Change
- Taylor & Casagrande Methods
Shear Strength of Soils
- Shear Strength Parameters
- Mohr's Circle
- Mohr-Coulomb Criterion
- Effective Strength Parameters
- Total Strength Parameters
- Drained & Undrained Strength
- Direct Shear Test
- Triaxial Test
- Unconfined Compression Test
- Stress-Strain of Clays
- Stress-Strain of Sands
- Stress Paths
Subsurface Investigation
- Drilling Boreholes
- Soil Sampling
- Disturbed & Undisturbed Samples
- Plate Load Test
- Standard Penetration Test
- Cone Penetration Test
- Bore Log Interpretation
- Field Vane Shear Test
Earth Pressure
- Rankine Theory
- Coulomb Theory
- Active Earth Pressure
- Passive Earth Pressure
- At-Rest Earth Pressure
- Pressure on Retaining Walls
- Effect of Surcharge
- Effect of Water Table
Stability of Slopes
- Finite Slopes
- Infinite Slopes
- Bishop's Method
- Factor of Safety
- Swedish Circle Method
- Taylor's Stability Number
- Stability Under Seepage
Stress Distribution in Soils
- Boussinesq's Theory
- Pressure Bulbs
- Stress Below Point Load
- Stress Below Loaded Area
- Westergaard's Theory
- Newmark's Chart
Shallow Foundations
- Terzaghi's Bearing Capacity
- Meyerhof's Bearing Capacity
- Bearing Capacity Factors
- Effect of Water Table
- Shape, Depth & Inclination Factors
- Combined Footing
- Raft Foundation
- Contact Pressure
- Settlement in Sands
- Settlement in Clays
- Immediate Settlement
- Consolidation Settlement
Deep Foundations
- Dynamic Pile Formulae
- Static Pile Formulae
- Pile Capacity in Sands
- Pile Capacity in Clays
- Pile Load Test
- Pile Under Lateral Load
- Pile Group Efficiency
- Negative Skin Friction
- End Bearing Piles
- Friction Piles
- Under-Reamed Piles
- Settlement of Pile Groups
Water Resources Engineering
Fluid Properties & Statics
- Properties of Fluids
- Density & Specific Weight
- Viscosity
- Surface Tension & Capillarity
- Compressibility
- Fluid Pressure
- Hydrostatic Forces
- Buoyancy & Flotation
- Manometry
Fluid Kinematics & Dynamics
- Continuity Equation
- Momentum Equation
- Energy Equation
- Bernoulli's Equation
- Applications of Bernoulli
- Euler Equation of Motion
- Impulse-Momentum Principle
Potential Flow
- Ideal Fluid Flow
- Stream Function
- Velocity Potential
- Flow Net
- Source, Sink, Doublet & Vortex
Laminar & Turbulent Flow
- Laminar Flow
- Turbulent Flow
- Reynolds Number
- Flow Between Parallel Plates
- Hagen-Poiseuille Flow
- Velocity Distribution
- Boundary Layer Theory
- Boundary Layer Growth
- Laminar Boundary Layer
- Turbulent Boundary Layer
- Boundary Layer Separation
Pipe Flow
- Major Losses
- Minor Losses
- Darcy-Weisbach Equation
- Hydraulic Gradient Line
- Energy Gradient Line
- Pipes in Series
- Pipes in Parallel
- Pipe Networks
- Hardy Cross Method
- Water Hammer
Forces on Immersed Bodies
- Drag Force
- Lift Force
- Drag Coefficient
- Lift Coefficient
- Flow Around Bodies
- Terminal Velocity
Flow Measurement
- Flow Measurement in Pipes
- Venturimeter
- Orifice Meter
- Pitot Tube
- Flow Measurement in Channels
- Weirs
- Notches
- Flumes
Dimensional Analysis & Similitude
- Dimensional Homogeneity
- Buckingham Pi Theorem
- Dimensionless Numbers
- Reynolds Model Law
- Froude Model Law
- Mach Model Law
- Hydraulic Similitude
- Distorted & Undistorted Models
Hydraulic Machines & Pumps
- Hydraulic Machine Principles
- Velocity Triangles
- Specific Speed of Pumps
- Specific Speed of Turbines
- Impulse & Reaction Turbines
- Centrifugal Pumps
Open Channel Flow
- Channel Hydraulics
- Energy-Depth Relationships
- Specific Energy
- Critical Flow
- Alternate Depths
- Uniform Flow
- Chezy Equation
- Manning Equation
- Most Economical Section
- Normal & Critical Depth
Hydraulic Jump & Varied Flow
- Hydraulic Jump
- Sequent Depth
- Energy Loss in Jump
- Specific Force & Momentum
- Gradually Varied Flow
- Water Surface Profiles
- Classification of GVF Profiles
- Rapidly Varied Flow
Hydrology & Precipitation
- Hydrologic Cycle
- Precipitation
- Rainfall Measurement
- Evaporation
- Evapotranspiration
- Watershed
- Infiltration
- Surface Runoff Models
- Reservoir Capacity
Hydrographs & Groundwater
- Unit Hydrographs
- S-Curve Hydrograph
- Hydrograph Analysis
- Flood Estimation
- Flood Routing
- Groundwater Hydrology
- Steady-State Well Hydraulics
- Aquifers
- Confined & Unconfined Aquifers
- Darcy's Law Application
- Well Yield
Irrigation Systems & Water Need
- Types of Irrigation Systems
- Methods of Irrigation
- Crop Water Requirements
- Duty
- Delta
- Base Period
- Evapotranspiration
- Irrigation Efficiencies
- Drainage & Waterlogging
Canals & Hydraulic Structures
- Gravity Dams
- Spillways
- Lined Canals
- Unlined Canals
- Canal Losses
- Weirs on Permeable Foundation
- Bligh's Theory
- Khosla's Theory
- Cross Drainage Structures
- Canal Regulation Works
Environmental Engineering
Water Quality
- Physical Parameters
- Chemical Parameters
- Biological Parameters
- Water Quality Standards
- Water Quality Index
- pH, Turbidity, Hardness & Alkalinity
- DO, BOD & COD
- MPN Test & Coliforms
Water Demand & Distribution
- Water Requirement
- Population Forecasting
- Per Capita Demand
- Fire Demand
- Water Distribution Systems
- Distribution Network Layouts
- Pipe Network Analysis
- Service Reservoirs
Drinking Water Treatment
- Unit Processes
- Unit Operations
- Screening
- Aeration
- Coagulation & Flocculation
- Sedimentation
- Filtration
- Disinfection
- Chlorination
- Breakpoint Chlorination
- Softening
- Sludge from Treatment
Wastewater Quantity & Sewerage
- Quantity of Domestic Wastewater
- Wastewater Characteristics
- Sewerage System Design
- Separate, Combined & Partial Systems
- Sewer Appurtenances
- Design of Sewers
- Self-Cleansing Velocity
- Stormwater Drainage
Wastewater Treatment Processes
- Primary Treatment
- Screening & Grit Removal
- Primary Sedimentation
- Secondary Treatment
- BOD Kinetics
- Oxygen Sag (Streeter-Phelps)
- Activated Sludge Process
- ASP Design (F/M, MLSS, SVI)
- Trickling Filter
- Oxidation Ponds
- Anaerobic Treatment
Effluent & Sludge Management
- Effluent Discharge Standards
- Sludge Disposal
- Sludge Digestion
- Reuse of Treated Sewage
- STP Design Numericals
Air Pollution
- Types of Air Pollutants
- Sources of Air Pollutants
- Impacts of Air Pollutants
- Air Pollution Control
- Air Quality Standards
- Air Quality Index & Limits
- Particulate Matter Control
- Cyclone Separator
- Electrostatic Precipitator
- Stack Emissions
- Gaussian Plume Model
Municipal Solid Waste
- Waste Characteristics
- Waste Generation
- Waste Collection
- Waste Transportation
- Reuse & Recycling
- Energy Recovery
- Waste Treatment
- Composting
- Incineration
- Sanitary Landfill
- Disposal Systems
- Engineered MSW Systems
Noise Pollution
- Impacts of Noise
- Permissible Limits
- Measurement of Noise
- Control of Noise Pollution
Transportation Engineering
Cross-Section & Sight Distance
- Cross-Sectional Elements
- Carriageway
- Shoulder
- Camber
- Kerbs & Medians
- Sight Distance
- Stopping Sight Distance
- Overtaking Sight Distance
- Intermediate Sight Distance
Horizontal & Vertical Alignment
- Horizontal Alignment
- Superelevation
- Extra Widening
- Transition Curves
- Setback Distance
- Vertical Alignment
- Summit Curves
- Valley Curves
- Gradient
Railway Track Design
- Geometric Design of Track
- Speed
- Cant
- Cant Deficiency
- Equilibrium Cant
- Transition Curves
- Gradients & Curves
Airport Engineering
- Airport Runway Length
- Runway Length Calculations
- Runway Length Corrections
- Elevation Correction
- Temperature Correction
- Gradient Correction
- Taxiway Design
- Exit Taxiway Design
- Airport Layout
- Wind Rose Diagram
Aggregate Tests
- Desirable Properties of Materials
- Tests on Aggregates
- Crushing Value Test
- Impact Value Test
- Abrasion Value Test
- Shape Tests
- California Bearing Ratio Test
Bitumen & Mix Design
- Bitumen Properties
- Penetration Test
- Ductility Test
- Softening Point Test
- Flash & Fire Point Test
- Viscosity Test
- Bituminous Paving Mixes
- Marshall Mix Design
Pavement Design
- Flexible Pavement Factors
- Rigid Pavement Factors
- Flexible Design (IRC)
- Rigid Design (IRC)
- Traffic Load & ESAL
- CBR Method
- Equivalent Single Wheel Load
- Westergaard Stress
- Temperature Stresses
- Wheel Load Stresses
- Distresses in Concrete Pavements
Traffic Studies & Flow
- Traffic Volume Studies
- Speed Studies
- Peak Hour Factor
- Accident Studies
- Statistical Analysis of Data
- Microscopic Parameters
- Macroscopic Parameters
- Fundamental Flow Relationships
- Speed-Density-Flow
- Parking Studies
Intersections & Signals
- Traffic Signs
- Traffic Signals
- Signal Design (Webster's)
- Saturation Flow
- Types of Intersections
- Rotary Intersections
- Highway Capacity
- Level of Service
Geomatics Engineering
Principles of Surveying
- Working from Whole to Part
- Classification of Surveying
- Plane Surveying
- Geodetic Surveying
- Chain Surveying
- Compass Surveying
- Plane Table Surveying
Errors & Adjustment
- Types of Errors
- Systematic Errors
- Random Errors
- Mistakes
- Error Propagation
- Precision & Accuracy
- Adjustment of Errors
- Least Squares Adjustment
- Theory of Errors
Maps & Coordinate Systems
- Map Types & Uses
- Scale
- Representative Fraction
- Map Projections
- Coordinate Systems
- Bearings & Azimuths
- Local & Global Coordinates
Distance & Angle Measurement
- Linear Measurement
- Electronic Distance Measurement
- Angular Measurement
- Theodolite Surveying
- Tacheometry
- Errors in Measurement
Levelling
- Levelling Instruments
- Differential Levelling
- Profile Levelling
- Reciprocal Levelling
- Trigonometric Levelling
- Curvature & Refraction Correction
- Rise & Fall Method
- Height of Instrument Method
Traversing & Triangulation
- Traverse Computations
- Open Traverse
- Closed Traverse
- Traverse Adjustment
- Bowditch Rule
- Transit Rule
- Triangulation Survey
- Baseline Measurement
- Strength of Figure
Total Station & Modern Surveying
- Total Station
- EDM Integrated Surveying
- Data Collection & Computation
- GPS/GNSS Positioning
- Differential GPS
Curves
- Horizontal Curves
- Simple Circular Curves
- Compound Curves
- Reverse Curves
- Transition Curves
- Vertical Curves
- Setting Out of Curves
Photogrammetry
- Scale in Photogrammetry
- Flying Height
- Aerial Photographs
- Relief Displacement
- Stereoscopy
- Photogrammetric Measurements
Remote Sensing & GIS
- Remote Sensing Principles
- Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Sensors & Platforms
- Resolution (Spatial, Spectral, Temporal)
- Image Interpretation
- GIS Principles
- GIS Data Models
- Raster & Vector Data
- Layers, Attributes & Analysis
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