Archive · 28 Jul 2026

IIT Madras Updates GATE 2027 BT Syllabus and Two-Paper Options

IIT Madras Updates GATE 2027 BT Syllabus and Two-Paper Options

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has updated the information brochure for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027.

The main changes include a revised Biotechnology (BT) syllabus and expanded options for choosing two-paper combinations.

The Biotechnology syllabus has been restructured to include new topics like Bayesian statistics, vector calculus, advanced metabolism, immunology, microbiology, and modern biotechnology applications.

Additionally, candidates now have more flexibility in selecting their second paper, with new combinations added for Robotics and Automation (RA), Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC), and Instrumentation Engineering (IN).

The exam schedule, eligibility criteria, and other admission-related guidelines remain unchanged.

Candidates are advised to refer to the updated syllabus and paper combination list on the official GATE 2027 website before submitting their applications.

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