The GATE 2027 syllabus has been revised. IIT Madras — the organizing institute for GATE 2027 — has published updated syllabi for several papers, introduced a brand-new paper (Robotics & Automation), and restructured section codes for the XE, XH, and XL multi-section papers. This page covers exactly what changed, which papers are affected, and provides direct PDF download links for all 30 GATE 2027 papers.
This is not a reproduction of the complete syllabus for every branch. Instead, it's a changes directory — designed to help you quickly check whether your specific paper's syllabus changed and download the official PDF.
GATE 2027 Syllabus Changes: Quick Summary
- New paper: Robotics & Automation (RA) — introduced for the first time in GATE 2027.
- Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF): No longer a standalone paper. Now part of XE (Engineering Sciences) as section XE9.
- XE, XH, XL: Updated sectional codes and structure.
- Multiple papers revised: The official GATE 2027 website states that syllabi have been revised. Check your specific paper's PDF.
- DA (Data Science & AI): No change — identical to GATE DA 2026.
- Total papers: 30 (up from 29 in GATE 2026, with the addition of RA and the merger of TF into XE).
What Changed in GATE 2027 Syllabus?
The GATE 2027 official website highlights three categories of changes:
1. New Paper: Robotics & Automation (RA)
GATE 2027 introduces Robotics & Automation (RA) as a completely new test paper. This is a significant addition for candidates interested in robotics, control systems, mechatronics, and industrial automation.
- Paper code: RA
- Format: Same as other GATE papers — 65 questions, 100 marks, 3 hours
- Two-paper combinations: RA can be combined with EE, ME, DA, or CS
- Syllabus PDF: Download RA syllabus
The addition of RA means GATE 2027 now has 30 test papers in total. Previously, GATE 2026 had 29 papers (with TF as a standalone paper).
2. Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) Merged into XE
Textile Engineering & Fibre Science is no longer a standalone GATE paper. In GATE 2027, it has been incorporated into XE (Engineering Sciences) as section XE9. Candidates who previously appeared for TF will now need to appear for XE and select the Textile Engineering section.
3. XE, XH, and XL Sectional Code Changes
The multi-section papers (XE, XH, XL) have updated sectional codes in GATE 2027. If you're appearing for any of these papers, download the combined syllabus PDF to check the exact section structure:
- XE (Engineering Sciences): Download XE combined syllabus — now includes XE9 (Textile Engineering & Fibre Science)
- XH (Humanities & Social Sciences): Download XH combined syllabus
- XL (Life Sciences): Download XL combined syllabus
GATE 2027 vs GATE 2026: Key Differences
| Parameter | GATE 2026 | GATE 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Organizing Institute | IIT Guwahati | IIT Madras |
| Total Test Papers | 29 | 30 |
| New Paper | — | Robotics & Automation (RA) |
| Textile Engineering (TF) | Standalone paper | Merged into XE as section XE9 |
| Syllabus Revisions | Minor (DA: hypothesis testing sub-topics named) | Multiple papers revised; RA added; TF merged |
| Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
Has Your Paper's Syllabus Changed? How to Check
Follow these steps to verify whether your specific GATE paper's syllabus has been revised:
- Go to the official GATE 2027 Test Papers & Syllabus page.
- Download the PDF for your paper code.
- Compare it with the GATE 2026 syllabus for the same paper. The GATE 2026 website (gate2026.iitg.ac.in) may still have the previous PDFs available.
- Look specifically for: added topics, removed topics, reworded sections, and structural changes.
Shortcut: For most candidates, the quickest check is to download the GATE 2027 PDF and scan the table of contents. If the section headings and topic lists match your current study material, you're good. If anything looks unfamiliar, that's a changed section you need to address.
Branch-Wise GATE 2027 Syllabus PDFs: All 30 Papers
The table below links to the official GATE 2027 syllabus PDF for every paper, along with a note on known changes:
| Code | Paper Name | Syllabus PDF | Changed in 2027? |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE | Aerospace Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| AG | Agricultural Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| AR | Architecture and Planning | Download | Check PDF |
| BM | Biomedical Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| BT | Biotechnology | Download | Check PDF |
| CE | Civil Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| CH | Chemical Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| CS | Computer Science & IT | Download | Check PDF |
| CY | Chemistry | Download | Check PDF |
| DA | Data Science & AI | Download | No change — identical to 2026 |
| EC | Electronics & Communication | Download | Check PDF |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| ES | Environmental Science & Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| EY | Ecology and Evolution | Download | Check PDF |
| GE | Geomatics Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| GG | Geology & Geophysics | Download | Check PDF |
| IN | Instrumentation Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| MA | Mathematics | Download | Check PDF |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| MN | Mining Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| MT | Metallurgical Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| NM | Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| PE | Petroleum Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| PH | Physics | Download | Check PDF |
| PI | Production & Industrial Engineering | Download | Check PDF |
| RA | Robotics & Automation (NEW) | Download | New paper |
| ST | Statistics | Download | Check PDF |
| XE | Engineering Sciences | Download | Yes — TF merged as XE9; section codes updated |
| XH | Humanities & Social Sciences | Download | Yes — section codes updated |
| XL | Life Sciences | Download | Yes — section codes updated |
Source: GATE 2027 Test Papers & Syllabus — IIT Madras
XE (Engineering Sciences): Section-Wise Syllabus Links
XE is a multi-section paper. Candidates choose one compulsory section (XE0) plus any two optional sections. Here are the updated section codes and syllabus PDFs for GATE 2027:
| Section Code | Old Code | Section Name | Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| XE0 | A | Engineering Mathematics (compulsory) | Download |
| XE1 | B | Fluid Mechanics | Download |
| XE2 | C | Materials Science | Download |
| XE3 | D | Solid Mechanics | Download |
| XE4 | E | Thermodynamics | Download |
| XE5 | F | Polymer Science and Engineering | Download |
| XE6 | G | Food Technology | Download |
| XE7 | H | Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences | Download |
| XE8 | I | Energy Science | Download |
| XE9 | TF | Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (NEW in XE) | Download |
XH (Humanities & Social Sciences): Section-Wise Syllabus Links
| Section Code | Old Code | Section Name | Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| XH0 | B1 | Reasoning and Comprehension (compulsory) | Download |
| XH1 | C1 | Economics | Download |
| XH2 | C2 | English | Download |
| XH3 | C3 | Linguistics | Download |
| XH4 | C4 | Philosophy | Download |
| XH5 | C5 | Psychology | Download |
| XH6 | C6 | Sociology | Download |
XL (Life Sciences): Section-Wise Syllabus Links
| Section Code | Old Code | Section Name | Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| XL0 | P | Chemistry (compulsory) | Download |
| XL1 | Q | Biochemistry | Download |
| XL2 | R | Botany | Download |
| XL3 | S | Microbiology | Download |
| XL4 | T | Zoology | Download |
| XL5 | U | Food Technology | Download |
Papers With No Syllabus Change
Based on comparison of the official GATE 2027 and GATE 2026 syllabus PDFs, the following paper has been confirmed unchanged:
- DA (Data Science & Artificial Intelligence): The GATE DA 2027 syllabus is identical to GATE DA 2026. All seven core subjects and General Aptitude remain unchanged. For a detailed subject-by-subject comparison, see our GATE DA 2027 syllabus changes article.
For other papers where we have not individually verified the syllabus content, download the official PDF and compare with the previous year. The "Check PDF" label in the table above indicates that you should verify from the official source.
GATE DA Aspirants: What You Need to Know
Planning to choose Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DA)?
The DA syllabus is unchanged for 2027. Your existing preparation material, notes, and practice remain fully valid. For a complete topic-by-topic explanation with weightage analysis and preparation roadmap, read our detailed GATE DA 2027 syllabus, weightage and preparation guide.
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FAQs
Is the GATE 2027 syllabus revised?
Yes, the GATE 2027 official website states that syllabi have been revised. Key changes include the new Robotics & Automation (RA) paper, the merger of Textile Engineering into XE, and updated sectional codes for XE, XH, and XL. Download the official PDF for your specific paper from the GATE 2027 syllabus page to verify changes.
Is the GATE DA syllabus changed for 2027?
No. The GATE DA (Data Science & AI) syllabus is identical to GATE DA 2026 — no topics added, removed, or reworded.
What is the new Robotics & Automation (RA) paper?
RA is a brand-new GATE paper introduced in 2027 for candidates interested in robotics, control systems, and automation. It can be combined with EE, ME, DA, or CS as a two-paper combination. Download the RA syllabus PDF for the full topic list.
What happened to Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF)?
TF is no longer a standalone GATE paper. In GATE 2027, it has been merged into XE (Engineering Sciences) as section XE9. Candidates who previously appeared for TF will now need to appear for XE and select the Textile Engineering section.
Where can I download the GATE 2027 syllabus PDF?
All 30 syllabus PDFs are available on the official GATE 2027 Test Papers & Syllabus page. You can also use the direct links in the table above.
How many papers does GATE 2027 have?
GATE 2027 has 30 test papers — one more than GATE 2026, due to the addition of Robotics & Automation (RA) and the merger of TF into XE.