GATE ME 2027 Syllabus: Every Subject and Topic
The complete GATE ME (Mechanical Engineering) syllabus on one page — 12 subjects and 77 topics, with what each topic covers and how many previous year questions we have for it. Sign up free to practise any topic.
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Mechanics
- Strength of Materials
- Theory of Machine
- Machine Design
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer
- Thermodynamics
- Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- General Aptitude
Engineering Mathematics
6 topics
Linear Algebra Coming soon
Covers: Matrix Algebra · Systems of Linear Equations · Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
Calculus Coming soon
Covers: Limits, Continuity and Differentiability · Mean Value Theorems and Indeterminate Forms · Definite and Improper Integrals · Double and Triple Integrals · Partial and Total Derivatives · Taylor Series · Maxima and Minima · Fourier Series · Gradient, Divergence and Curl · Line, Surface and Volume Integrals · Gauss, Stokes and Green's Theorems
Differential Equations Coming soon
Covers: First Order Differential Equations · Higher Order Linear Differential Equations · Euler-Cauchy Equation · Initial and Boundary Value Problems · Laplace Transforms · Heat, Wave and Laplace Equations
Complex Variables Coming soon
Covers: Analytic Functions and Cauchy-Riemann Equations · Cauchy's Integral Theorem and Formula · Taylor and Laurent Series
Probability and Statistics Coming soon
Covers: Probability and Conditional Probability · Mean, Median, Mode and Standard Deviation · Random Variables and Distributions
Numerical Methods Coming soon
Covers: Numerical Solution of Algebraic Equations · Trapezoidal and Simpson's Rules · Numerical Methods for Differential Equations
Engineering Mechanics
5 topics
FBD, Equilibrium, Plane Trusses and Virtual Work Coming soon
Covers: Free-Body Diagrams and Equilibrium · Trusses and Frames · Virtual Work · Centroid and Moment of Inertia
Friction Coming soon
Impulse and Momentum, Energy Formulations Coming soon
Covers: Impulse and Momentum · Energy Formulations · Lagrange's Equation
Plane Motion Coming soon
Covers: Kinematics of Particles · Kinematics of Rigid Bodies
Translation and Rotation Coming soon
Covers: Dynamics of Particles · Dynamics of Rigid Bodies
Strength of Materials
9 topics
Stress and Strain Coming soon
Covers: Properties and Testing of Materials · Axially Loaded Members
Stress-strain Relationship and Elastic Constants Coming soon
Mohr's Circle Coming soon
Covers: Complex Stresses and Mohr's Circle · Strain Gauges and Rosettes · Combined Loading
Thin Cylinder Coming soon
Shear-force and Bending Moment Diagrams Coming soon
Bending of Beams Coming soon
Covers: Bending Stresses in Beams · Shear Stresses in Beams · Shear Centre · Deflection of Beams
Torsion of Shafts Coming soon
Euler's Theory of Column Coming soon
Strain Energy and Thermal Stresses Coming soon
Covers: Energy Methods · Thermal Stresses
Theory of Machine
9 topics
Displacement, Velocity and Acceleration Coming soon
Planar Mechanisms Coming soon
Dynamic Analysis of Slider-crank Coming soon
Cams Coming soon
Gear and Gear Train Coming soon
Flywheel Coming soon
Balancing Coming soon
Gyroscope Coming soon
Covers: Gyroscope · Governors
Vibration Coming soon
Covers: Free Vibration of Single Degree of Freedom Systems · Forced Vibration and Damping · Two Degree of Freedom Systems · Vibration Isolation and Resonance · Critical Speeds of Shafts · Control System Basics (PID, Transfer Function)
Machine Design
7 topics
Static Dynamic Loading and Failure Theories Coming soon
Covers: Design for Static and Dynamic Loading · Failure Theories
Fatigue Strength and S-N Diagram Coming soon
Bolted, Riveted and Welded Joint Coming soon
Covers: Bolted Joints · Riveted Joints · Welded Joints
Bearings, Shafts and Keys Coming soon
Covers: Shafts · Keys and Couplings · Rolling and Sliding Contact Bearings
Gears Coming soon
Covers: Gear Design · Belt Drives
Brakes and Clutches Coming soon
Springs Coming soon
Fluid Mechanics
7 topics
Fluid Properties Coming soon
Fluid Statics Coming soon
Covers: Pressure Measurement · Hydrostatic Forces on Submerged Bodies · Buoyancy and Stability of Floating Bodies
Fluid Kinematics Coming soon
Covers: Fluid Kinematics · Velocity Potential
Fluid Dynamics Coming soon
Covers: Control Volume Analysis and Fluid Dynamics · Bernoulli's Equation · Dimensional Analysis · Compressible Flow and Nozzles
Viscous, Turbulent Flow and Boundary Layer Theory Coming soon
Covers: Laminar Flow · Turbulent Flow · Boundary Layer Theory · Lift and Drag
Flow Through Pipes Coming soon
Turbines and Pumps Coming soon
Covers: Impulse and Reaction Turbines · Pelton, Francis and Kaplan Turbines · Steam and Gas Turbines · Pumps and Pump Characteristics
Heat Transfer
6 topics
Conduction Coming soon
Covers: Modes of Heat Transfer · Steady Conduction · Critical Radius of Insulation
Fins and Unsteady Heat Transfer Coming soon
Covers: Fins · Unsteady Conduction and Lumped Parameter System
Free and Forced Convection Coming soon
Covers: Thermal Boundary Layer and Dimensionless Numbers · Free Convection · Boiling and Condensation
Heat Transfer in Flow Over Plates and Pipes Coming soon
Covers: External Forced Convection · Internal Forced Convection
Radiation Coming soon
Covers: Radiation Laws · Black and Grey Surfaces and View Factors
Heat Exchanger Coming soon
Thermodynamics
7 topics
Thermodynamic System and Processes Coming soon
Covers: Thermodynamic Systems and Processes · Zeroth Law · Ideal and Real Gases
Pure Substances Coming soon
Covers: Properties of Pure Substances · Thermodynamic Relations
First Law, Heat, Work and Energy Coming soon
Covers: Heat and Work · First Law of Thermodynamics
Second Law, Carnot Cycle and Entropy Coming soon
Covers: Second Law of Thermodynamics · Entropy
Availability and Irreversibility Coming soon
Power System Coming soon
Covers: Vapour Power Cycles · Gas Power Cycles · Air and Gas Compressors
IC Engine Coming soon
Covers: I.C. Engines (Otto, Diesel and Dual Cycles) · Air-Fuel Ratio and Equivalence Ratio
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
4 topics
Vapor and Gas Refrigeration Coming soon
Covers: Vapour Refrigeration Cycles · Gas Refrigeration Cycles
Heat Pumps and Cycles Coming soon
Properties of Moist Air Coming soon
Psychrometric Process Coming soon
Manufacturing Engineering
8 topics
Engineering Materials Coming soon
Covers: Structure and Properties of Engineering Materials · Phase Diagrams · Heat Treatment · Stress-Strain Diagrams
Casting Process Coming soon
Covers: Casting Processes · Patterns, Moulds and Cores · Solidification, Riser and Gating Design · Casting Defects
Forming Process Coming soon
Covers: Plastic Deformation and Yield Criteria · Hot and Cold Working · Bulk Metal Forming · Powder Metallurgy
Sheet Metal Operation Coming soon
Joining-Welding Coming soon
Covers: Welding · Brazing, Soldering and Adhesive Bonding
Machining and Machine Tool Operation Coming soon
Covers: Mechanics of Machining · Tool Life and Tool Wear · Economics of Machining · Machine Tools and Cutting Tools · Abrasive Machining · Non-Traditional Machining · Jigs and Fixtures
Metrology and Inspection Coming soon
Covers: Limits, Fits and Tolerances · Linear and Angular Measurement · Comparators and Interferometry · Form and Finish Measurement · Alignment Testing and Tolerance Analysis · Coordinate Measuring Machine · Non-Destructive Testing
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Coming soon
Covers: NC/CNC Machines and Programming · CAD/CAM · Additive Manufacturing · Actuators for Automation (Pneumatic and Hydraulic) · Programmable Logic Controllers
Industrial Engineering
5 topics
Production Planning and Control Coming soon
Covers: Forecasting · Aggregate Production Planning · Scheduling and Sequencing · Material Requirements Planning · Lean Manufacturing · Six Sigma, Quality and Reliability · Work Study and Work Measurement · Productivity · Plant Layout · Line Balancing · Break-Even Analysis
Inventory Control Coming soon
Linear Programming Coming soon
Covers: Linear Programming (Graphical and Simplex) · Assignment Problem
PERT and CPM Coming soon
Queuing Theory and Transportation Coming soon
Covers: Queuing Theory · Transportation Problem · Network Flow Models
General Aptitude
4 topics
Verbal Aptitude Coming soon
Covers: Basic English grammar: tenses, articles, adjectives, prepositions, conjunctions, verb-noun agreement, and other parts of speech · Basic vocabulary: words, idioms, and phrases in context · Reading and comprehension, Narrative sequencing
Quantitative Aptitude Coming soon
Covers: Data interpretation: data graphs (bar graphs, pie charts, and other graphs representing data), 2- and 3-dimensional plots, maps, and tables · Numerical computation and estimation: ratios, percentages, powers, exponents and logarithms, permutations and combinations, and series. Mensuration and geometry, Elementary statistics and probability
Analytical Aptitude Coming soon
Covers: Logic: deduction and induction, Analogy, Numerical relations and reasoning
Spatial Aptitude Coming soon
Covers: Transformation of shapes: translation, rotation, scaling, mirroring, assembling, and grouping; paper folding, cutting, and patterns in 2 and 3 dimensions
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