GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) Syllabus

GATE ME tests engineering mathematics, applied mechanics and design, fluid mechanics and thermal sciences, materials, manufacturing and industrial engineering, plus the common general aptitude section.

14 subjects · 52 topics · 325 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 & Inverses
  • Rank of a Matrix
  • Systems of Linear Equations
  • Consistency of Linear Systems
  • Gaussian Elimination
  • Eigenvalues & Eigenvectors
  • Characteristic Equation
  • Diagonalization
  • Cayley-Hamilton Theorem

Single Variable Calculus

  • Functions of Single Variable
  • Limits, Continuity & Differentiability
  • Mean Value Theorems
  • Indeterminate Forms & L'Hospital
  • Taylor Series (Single Variable)
  • Maxima & Minima
  • Fourier Series
  • Definite & Improper Integrals
  • Applications of Integrals

Multivariable Calculus

  • Partial & Total Derivatives
  • Taylor Series (Two Variables)
  • Maxima & Minima (Several Variables)
  • Double & Triple Integrals
  • Change of Order of Integration
  • Jacobian & Change of Variables
  • Applications of Multiple Integrals

Vector Calculus

  • Gradient, Divergence & Curl
  • Vector Identities
  • Directional Derivatives
  • Line, Surface & Volume Integrals
  • Gauss Divergence Theorem
  • Stokes' Theorem
  • Green's Theorem
  • Conservative Vector Fields

Differential Equations

  • First-Order Equations
  • Exact Differential Equations
  • Higher-Order Linear ODEs
  • Complementary Function & PI
  • Euler-Cauchy Equation
  • Initial & Boundary Value Problems
  • Laplace Transforms & Applications
  • Heat, Wave & Laplace Equations

Complex Variables

  • Analytic Functions
  • Cauchy-Riemann Equations
  • Cauchy's Integral Theorem
  • Taylor & Laurent Series
  • Singularities & Residues
  • Residue Theorem

Probability

  • Axioms of Probability
  • Conditional Probability
  • Bayes' Theorem
  • Random Variables
  • PMF, PDF & CDF
  • Expectation & Moments
  • Correlation & Covariance

Statistics & Distributions

  • Mean, Median, Mode & SD
  • Sampling Theorems
  • Binomial Distribution
  • Poisson Distribution
  • Normal Distribution

Numerical Methods

  • Linear & Nonlinear Algebraic Equations
  • Gauss, Jacobi & Gauss-Seidel
  • Bisection Method
  • Newton-Raphson Method
  • Secant Method
  • Fixed-Point Iteration
  • Error Analysis
  • Trapezoidal & Simpson's Rules
  • Single & Multi-Step ODE Methods
  • Euler & Runge-Kutta Methods
  • Interpolation

Engineering Mechanics

Statics

  • Free-Body Diagrams & Equilibrium
  • Force Systems, Resultants & Couples
  • Friction & Applications
  • Rolling & Vehicle Friction
  • Belt, Brake, Clutch & Screw Friction
  • Trusses (Joints & Sections)
  • Frames & Machines
  • Virtual Work

Dynamics

  • Kinematics of Rigid Bodies
  • Instantaneous Center of Rotation
  • Dynamics of Rigid Bodies
  • Linear & Angular Impulse-Momentum
  • Work-Energy Formulation
  • Lagrange's Equation

Strength of Materials

Stress, Strain & Elastic Constants

  • Stress & Strain
  • Elastic Constants & Poisson's Ratio
  • Relation Among Elastic Constants
  • Thermal Stresses
  • Mohr's Circle
  • Thin Cylinders & Pressure Vessels

Beams & Columns

  • Shear Force & Bending Moment
  • Bending & Shear Stresses
  • Shear Centre
  • Deflection of Beams
  • Torsion of Shafts
  • Euler's Theory of Columns
  • Energy Methods & Castigliano

Testing of Materials

  • Strain Gauges & Rosettes
  • Universal Testing Machine
  • Hardness & Impact Tests

Theory of Machines & Vibrations

Mechanisms & Linkages

  • Kinematic Pairs, Chains & DOF
  • Four-Bar & Slider-Crank
  • Velocity & Acceleration Analysis
  • Dynamic Analysis of Linkages

Cams, Gears & Gear Trains

  • Cams & Followers
  • Gear Terminology & Law of Gearing
  • Interference & Undercutting
  • Simple, Compound & Epicyclic Trains

Balancing, Flywheels & Gyroscopes

  • Flywheels & Governors
  • Balancing of Rotating Masses
  • Balancing of Reciprocating Masses
  • Gyroscope & Gyroscopic Couple

Free Vibration

  • SDOF Free Vibration
  • Undamped Free Vibration
  • Damped Free Vibration
  • Logarithmic Decrement & Damping Ratio

Forced Vibration

  • Harmonic Excitation Response
  • Magnification & Transmissibility
  • Vibration Isolation
  • Resonance
  • Critical Speeds of Shafts

Machine Design

Static & Dynamic Loading

  • Theories of Failure
  • Fatigue, S-N Diagram & Endurance
  • Goodman, Soderberg & Gerber
  • Stress Concentration

Machine Elements

  • Bolted, Riveted & Welded Joints
  • Shafts, Keys & Couplings
  • Spur Gear Design
  • Rolling & Sliding Bearings
  • Brakes, Clutches & Springs

Fluid Mechanics

Fluid Properties & Statics

  • Fluid Properties
  • Pressure in Static Fluids
  • Manometry
  • Forces on Submerged Bodies
  • Centre of Pressure
  • Buoyancy & Stability
  • Metacentric Height

Fluid Kinematics & Dynamics

  • Streamlines, Pathlines & Streaklines
  • Control Volume Analysis
  • Local, Convective & Material Acceleration
  • Continuity & Momentum Equations
  • Euler & Bernoulli Equations
  • Applications of Bernoulli
  • Impulse-Momentum Principle

Dimensional Analysis & Similitude

  • Buckingham Pi Theorem
  • Dimensionless Numbers
  • Model Testing
  • Geometric, Kinematic & Dynamic Similarity

Viscous & Pipe Flow

  • Viscous Incompressible Flow
  • Laminar & Turbulent Flow
  • Parallel Plate & Hagen-Poiseuille
  • Boundary Layer Theory
  • Boundary Layer Separation
  • Turbulent Flow
  • Darcy-Weisbach & Moody Diagram
  • Major & Minor Losses
  • Pipes in Series & Parallel

Compressible Flow

  • Speed of Sound & Mach Number
  • Isentropic Flow & Stagnation
  • Normal Shock
  • Nozzle & Choked Flow

Heat Transfer

Conduction

  • Modes of Heat Transfer
  • Thermal Conductivity & Resistance
  • Electrical Analogy
  • Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient
  • Critical Radius of Insulation
  • 1D Steady Conduction
  • Composite Wall Conduction
  • Heat Transfer Through Fins
  • Lumped Parameter System
  • Biot & Fourier Numbers
  • Heisler Charts

Convection

  • Forced & Free Convection
  • Thermal Boundary Layer
  • Dimensionless Parameters
  • Flat Plate & Pipe Correlations
  • Turbulence Effects

Radiation

  • Stefan-Boltzmann & Wien's Laws
  • Black & Grey Surfaces
  • Kirchhoff's Law
  • View Factors
  • Radiation Exchange
  • Radiation Network & Shields

Heat Exchangers

  • Parallel, Counter & Cross Flow
  • LMTD Method
  • LMTD Correction Factor
  • Effectiveness-NTU Method
  • Fouling Factor

Thermodynamics

Laws & Properties

  • Systems, Properties & Processes
  • Pure Substances & Phase Change
  • Ideal & Real Gas Behaviour
  • Zeroth & First Laws
  • Work & Heat in Processes
  • Second Law Statements
  • Carnot Cycle & Entropy
  • Property Charts & Tables
  • Availability, Exergy & Irreversibility
  • Maxwell Relations
  • Clapeyron Equation

Power Cycles

  • Air & Gas Compressors
  • Rankine, Reheat & Regenerative
  • Brayton Cycle
  • Regeneration, Reheat & Intercooling
  • Combined Cycle

IC Engines

  • Otto, Diesel & Dual Cycles
  • Mean Effective Pressure & Efficiency
  • SI & CI Engines
  • Engine Performance Parameters
  • Combustion & Knocking

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

  • Vapour Compression Cycle
  • Vapour Absorption Cycle
  • Gas & Heat Pump Cycles
  • Coefficient of Performance
  • Refrigerants & Properties
  • Psychrometric Chart & Moist Air
  • Psychrometric Processes
  • Sensible Heating & Cooling
  • Humidification & Dehumidification
  • AC Load Estimation

Turbomachinery

Hydraulic Turbines & Pumps

  • Impulse & Reaction Principles
  • Velocity Diagrams & Euler Equation
  • Specific Speed
  • Pelton, Francis & Kaplan
  • Centrifugal & Reciprocating Pumps
  • Cavitation & NPSH

Steam & Gas Turbines

  • Steam Turbine Staging
  • Gas Turbine Cycles
  • Velocity Diagrams (Turbines)
  • Degree of Reaction & Compounding

Engineering Materials

Structure & Properties

  • Crystal Structures & Imperfections
  • Mechanical Properties & Stress-Strain
  • Iron-Carbon Diagram
  • Binary Phase Diagrams & Lever Rule
  • TTT & CCT Diagrams

Heat Treatment

  • Annealing, Normalizing & Hardening
  • Tempering & Case Hardening
  • Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Materials
  • Composite Materials

Manufacturing Processes

Casting

  • Casting Types
  • Pattern Design & Allowances
  • Moulds, Cores & Core Prints
  • Solidification & Chvorinov's Rule
  • Riser & Gating Design
  • Casting Defects & Yield

Forming

  • Plastic Deformation & Yield Criteria
  • Hot & Cold Working
  • Forging (Types & Load)
  • Rolling (Load & Torque)
  • Extrusion & Drawing
  • Sheet Metal Operations
  • Springback & Forming Limits
  • Powder Metallurgy

Joining

  • Welding Processes
  • Welding Metallurgy & HAZ
  • Weld Defects & Joint Design
  • Brazing, Soldering & Adhesives

Machining & Machine Tools

  • Orthogonal & Oblique Cutting
  • Merchant's Circle & Forces
  • Tool Geometry, Materials & Wear
  • Tool Life (Taylor's Equation)
  • Economics of Machining
  • Conventional Machine Tools
  • Non-Traditional Machining
  • Abrasive Machining

CNC & Work Holding

  • Work Holding & 3-2-1 Location
  • Jigs & Fixtures
  • NC & CNC Machines
  • CNC Programming (G & M Codes)
  • Interpolation in CNC
  • Machining Centres & FMS

Metrology, CIM & Additive Mfg

Metrology & Inspection

  • Limits, Fits & Tolerances
  • Tolerance Stack-Up
  • Linear & Angular Measurement
  • Calipers, Micrometers & Slip Gauges
  • Comparators & Interferometry
  • Form & Surface Finish
  • Alignment & Testing
  • Coordinate Measuring Machine
  • Gauge Design

Computer Integrated Manufacturing

  • CAD/CAM & Integration
  • Computer Aided Process Planning
  • Group Technology & Cellular Mfg
  • Flexible Manufacturing Systems
  • Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing

Industrial Engineering

Production Planning & Control

  • Forecasting Models
  • Aggregate Production Planning
  • Scheduling & Job Sequencing
  • Materials Requirement Planning
  • Lean Manufacturing (JIT & Kanban)
  • Line Balancing

Inventory Control

  • EOQ Model
  • EOQ with Shortages & Discounts
  • Production Inventory Model
  • Reorder Point & Safety Stock
  • Periodic & Continuous Review
  • ABC & VED Analysis

Operations Research

  • LP (Graphical & Simplex)
  • Big M & Two-Phase Methods
  • Duality & Sensitivity
  • Transportation & Assignment
  • Network Flow Models
  • Queuing Models (M/M/1)
  • PERT & CPM

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