The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, the conducting body for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025, is set to release the GATE 2025 Answer Key and Response Sheet shortly.
Candidates who appeared for the exam on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, are eagerly awaiting these resources to evaluate their performance and calculate their probable scores. Below are the key details about the release and how to access these documents.
Key Dates for GATE 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GATE 2025 Exam Dates | February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025 |
| Release of Response Sheet | February 21, 2025 |
| Release of Provisional Answer Key | Last week of February 2025 |
| Objection Window for Answer Key | Last week of February 2025 |
| GATE Result Declaration | March 19, 2025 |
| Scorecard Availability | March 28 to May 1, 2025 |
Steps to Download GATE Response Sheet and Answer Key
Follow these steps to download your response sheet and answer key:
- Visit the official GATE website: gate2025.iitr.ac.in.
- Click on the link for “GATE 2025 Response Sheet” or “Answer Key.”
- Log in using your Enrollment ID and Password.
- Download the response sheet or answer key in PDF format.
- Save it for future reference.
How to Calculate Scores Using the Answer Key?
To calculate your probable GATE score:
- Match your responses from the response sheet with the official answer key.
- Use the following marking scheme:
- For Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
- +1 mark for each correct answer (1-mark questions).
- +2 marks for each correct answer (2-mark questions).
- Negative marking: -1/3 mark for incorrect answers (1-mark questions) and -2/3 mark for incorrect answers (2-mark questions).
- No negative marking applies for Numerical Answer Type (NAT) or Multiple Select Questions (MSQs).
- For Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
- Sum up your total marks after adjustments.
Challenging the Provisional Answer Key
Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can raise objections through the official portal:
- Objection Fee: INR 500 per question.
- Process: Submit valid evidence supporting your claim during the objection window.
The final answer key will be released after reviewing all objections.