GATE 2014 New paper pattern

Preparations for any entrance exam or test begins with understanding the paper pattern or the structure of the exam, as it gives a direction to student’s efforts. Some important facts about the structure of GATE 2014 are as given below:

Common factor:

 One thing common for all the papers is:

- Total 65 questions for 100 marks

- Out of which 10 questions - 15 marks - General Aptitude (GA) and the remaining of the total marks are devoted to the subject of the paper.

Two different types of questions: 

In the various papers of GATE 2014, there would be questions of two different types:

(i) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) – Objective questions carrying 1 or 2 marks, where each question will have a choice of four answers, out of which the candidate has to mark the correct answer(s), in all papers and sections. 

(ii) Numerical answer questions – Each question of 1 or 2 marks in all papers and sections. For these questions the answer is a real number, to be entered by the candidate using the virtual keypad. No choices will be shown for this type of questions.

 Design of questions:

The questions in a paper may be designed to test the following abilities:

(i) Recall: These are based on facts, principles, formulae or laws of the discipline of the paper. The candidate is expected to be able to obtain the answer either from his/her memory of the subject or at most from a one-line computation.

(ii) Comprehension: These questions will test the candidate's understanding of the basics of his/her field, by requiring him/her to draw simple conclusions from fundamental ideas.

(iii) Application: In these questions, the candidate is expected to apply his/her knowledge either through computation or by logical reasoning.

(iv) Analysis and synthesis: In these questions, the candidate is presented with data, diagrams, images etc. that require analysis before a question can be answered. A synthesis question might require the candidate to compare two or more pieces of information. 

 Marking Scheme:

- For 1 - mark multiple-choice questions, 1/3 marks will be deducted for a wrong answer. 
- For 2 - marks multiple-choice questions, 2/3 marks will be deducted for a wrong answer. 
- The GA section includes 5 questions carrying 1 mark each (sub-total 5 marks) and 5 questions carrying 2 marks each (sub-total 10 marks).
- There is no negative marking for numerical answer type questions.

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NPCC Recruitment 2014 for Management Trainee through GATE

National Projects Construction Corporation Limited (NPCC) has released recruitment notification for filling up the 30 vacancies of Management Trainee posts on regular basis at Corporate Office, Zonal Offices & Projects all over India & abroad. Candidates who are interested can send their applications in the prescribed format on or before 28th February, 2014. More detailed information such as eligibility criteria, selection process, how to apply etc are mentioned below. 

Name of post : Management Trainee

Eligibility criteria :

Age Limit : The upper Age Limit is 27 years as on 30.06.2014 for the posts of Management Trainee in all disciplines.

Educational Qualification : Candidates must possess Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering in relevant discipline.

Emoluments : Rs. 16,400 - 40,500/- (IDA).

Selection Process : Selection will be done on the basis of Graduate Aptitude test in Engineering -2014 Score card and Interview.

Note : Candidates should have filled online application form of GATE 2014.

How to Apply : Candidates would be required to apply online through NPCC website http://www.npcc.gov.in. Candidates are required to submit their application in prescribed format duly signed and date along with self attested copies of testimonials and application fee in order to reach the following address.
The General Manager (HR),
NPCC Limited,
Corporate Office,
Plot No. 67-68, Sector-25,
Faridabad – 121004. (Haryana),
Tel. Ph. No. 0129-2234760.

Important Dates :
Last date for receipt of application form : 28 Feb 2014 

NPCC Recruitment Management Trainee through GATE 2014 - 
http://www.npcc.gov.in/CurrentOpening.aspx

NPCC Recruitment Download application form 2014 - 
http://www.npcc.gov.in/writereaddata/others/Advt._management_trainee_format-9.12.13.pdf

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GSECL Recruitment for junior engineer through GATE 2014

About GSECL - Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited is a Power Generation Company of erstwhile Gujarat Electricity Board having Power Stations at different locations with installed capacity 5508 MW. GSECL offers a challenging and rewarding carrier to young and dynamic Graduates in the disciplines of Electrical, Mechanical, C&I and Civil through GATE 2014 score. The Board vide its resolution No. 130.15.2048 dated 25.09.2013 has resolved to have 80% of the total new recruitment on the basis of GATE score. The candidates meeting with the following qualifications shall submit on - line applications. The selected candidates shall be appointed initially for the period of two years on fix remuneration, after completion of satisfactory service of 02 years will be appointed as regular Junior Engineer in the pay scale of Rs.17300 - 38610.

Name of post and vacancies : Junior Engineer - 60

Name of Discipline : 

• Electrical : 20 vacancies


• Mechanical : 20 vacancies


• C & I : 10 vacancies


• Civil : 10 vacancies

Educational Qualification : Candidates should have completed Full Time regular Bachelor's degree in Engineering i.e B.E/B.Tech in Electrical , Mechanical , C & I and civil Engineering from a recognized University with 60% marks for unreserved and 55 % for reserved candidates.

Age Limit : Max age is 30 yrs .

Remuneration : 

• For 1st year : Rs. 18,000


• For 2nd yr : Rs. 20,000


• After 2 yrs of satisfactory service ,


• Pay Scale : Rs. 17,300 - 38,610/-.

Selection process : Selection will be done on the basis of GATE 2014 Score card and Personal Interview .

How to Apply : Interested Candidates would be required to apply online on www.gsecl.in from 15th January, 2014 to 30th January, 2014 . After the submission of Online Application, Candidates are required to send hard copy of Application form along with required testimonials to the GSECL main address.

Important dates :

Commencement of GSECL Online Applications: 15th January 2014

Last Date for Submission of GSECL Online Applications: 30th January, 2014

Last Date for receipt of hard copy of Application form : 15th February, 2014

GSECL Recruitment junior engineers through GATE 2014 - http://www.gsecl.in/VS_JE_GATE.pdf

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CEL Recruitment for Graduate Engineer through GATE 2014

About CEL : Central Electronics Limited is a Public Sector Enterprise, Schedule B Company under Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Ministry of Science & Technology and is engaged in manufacturing of Solar Photovoltaic Cells, Module & Systems, Railway Electronics Systems and Microwave Electronics Systems. The Company is looking forward to recruit high caliber and talented professionals on contractual basis for two years which is further extendable on performance basis for one more year. On the basis of exemplary performance during the contractual period, the incumbents may also be considered for absorption in regular cadre of the Company. Applications are hereby invited for following posts.

CEL Recruitment 2014 vacancy details :

Number of vacancies and Posts : 14
Electronics & Communication : 08 vacancies
Mechanical Engineering :02 vacancies
Material Science/Physics/Chemistry : 04 vacancies

Qualification : Full time Bachelor’s Degree or Masters degree in relevant discipline with not less than 65% marks. Final year/semester students are also eligible. However, they have to obtain at least 65% marks in their engineering degree. Eligible candidates will have to appear for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)-2014. Based on the GATE-2014 marks and requirement, candidates will be shortlisted at Ist stage.

Age Limit : Candidates age should not be above than 27 yrs as on 31/08/2013.

Pay Scale : Rs. 16,400 to Rs. 40,500/-.

Selection Process : Aspirants will be shortlisted on the basis of GATE 2014 Score card. Final Selection will be done on the basis of Personal Interview.

Application Fee : Candidates are required to pay Rs. 250 drawn in favor of Central Electronics limited payable at Ghaziabad / New Delhi.

How to Apply : Candidates would be required to apply online through CEL website : www.celindia.co.in before 20th January, 2014. 

Last date for submission of Application form : 20th January 2014 

CEL Recruitment notification 2013 - 2014 : http://www.celindia.co.in/GATE_Advertisement_Version_01.pdf

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PGCIL Recruitment 2013 Through GATE 2014

Power Grid, the Central Transmission Utility (CTU) of India and a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Govt. of India is engaged in power transmission business with the mandate for planning, co-ordination, supervision and control over complete inter-State transmission system and operation of National & Regional Power Grids. To take the growth curve to further heights, POWERGRID is looking for Bright, Committed and Energetic engineers to join its fold as Executive Trainee in Electrical discipline. 

PGCIL has published recruitment notification 2013 for the posts of Executive Trainee, the details for which are given below: 

Post: Executive Trainee - Electrical 

Qualifications : 

SI. No	Course	Discipline	Percentage of Marks
1	Full Time B.E./ B.Tech/ B.Sc  (Engg) from recognized University/Institute	Electrical/ Electrical (Power)/Electrical and Electronics/ Power Systems Engineering	Minimum 65% or Equivalent CGPA
2	AMIE	Electrical	Minimum 65% with both Sections A & B cleared by 31.03.2014

Note : Final Year / Semester students of Sl. No. 1 above who expect their results by 14.08.2014 are also eligible, provided they have obtained minimum 65% marks or equivalent CGPA in aggregate of all semesters/years up to pre-final examination. 

Age limit: Candidates upper age should not be above then 28 yrs as on 31.12.2013. 

Age is Relaxation : OBC – 3 yrs ; SC/ST – 5 yrs ; PH – 10 yrs 

Power Grid (PGCIL) Recruitment Through GATE 2014 Executive Trainee Selection Procedure : The selection process will include the marks obtained (Out of 100) by the eligible candidates in the EE paper of GATE 2014, followed by group discussion and personal interview of the candidates who qualify in the GATE paper and have been shortlisted category wise for the GD and interview. 

Candidates shall have the option for appearing the GD/interview in Hindi or English. Eligible candidates will have to appear for the Electrical Engineering (EE) paper of GATE-2014. Candidates obtaining a valid score (Marks out of 100) shall only be eligible for the next stage of selection. The score is valid only if the candidate obtains more than or equal to the qualifying marks as fixed for the EE paper of GATE 2014. 

Note : Please note that only GATE - 2014 score (Marks out of 100) is valid for this recruitment exercise. GATE score of 2013 or prior is not valid. 

Remuneration : Selected candidates will be placed in the pay scale of Rs. 24900-50500 during the one-year training period. The Corporation offers a very attractive pay package and is one of the best in the Industry. 

The approximate CTC During Training : Rs. 7.65 lakhs per annum 

The approximate CTC After Training : Rs.13.4 lakhs per annum 

How to Apply : Candidates can apply through Online mode from Official website . Candidates are suggested that kindly keep the scanned photograph , signature and GATE 2014 registration number while going to fill online application form 2014. PGCIL online application start from first week of January 2014 to second week of February 2014. 

Important Dates GATE 2014: 

Candidates have to register themselves and appear for GATE - 2014 in Electrical Discipline (Code EE). Online Registration for GATE-2014 shall commence on 2nd September 2013. Last date for Online Registration for GATE-2014 is 3rd October 2013. For details on GATE -2014, please visit http://gate.iitkgp.ac.in/gate2014/ 

Power Grid (PGCIL) Recruitment 2013 through GATE 2014 Executive Trainee Important Dates : 

Commencement of Online Submission of Application ; first week of January 2014 

Last date for Online submission of Application : Second week of February 2014 

Important Note : A separate notification with details regarding number of vacancies, important instructions regarding submission of POWERGRID online application, date of interview etc. shall be hosted on our website, from 7th January 2014. From7th January 2014 onwards, Candidates have to register themselves online at POWERGRID website with details of their GATE - 2014 Application No., GATE - 2014. Registration Number and other required information, which will be made available at CAREER section of www.powergridindia.com . Candidates will be required to retain their GATE - 2014 Admit card and Original GATE - 2014 Score card for verification at the time of GD/ Interview / Joining in POWER GRID. Group Discussion and Personal Interview are likely to be conducted in the month of April/May 2014. 

Details regarding application Forms, Notification, dates etc for Power Grid (PGCIL) Recruitment for Executive Trainee Jobs through GATE 2014 are available at -http://www.powergridindia.com/_layouts/PowerGrid/WriteReadData/file/jobopportunities/CC/ET19/ET19.pdf

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AIMA Recruitment Management Trainee 2014

On behalf of a Premier Schedule - A Mini-Ratna Public Sector Undertaking, providing Warehousing Facilities and Logistic support to Agriculture sector and other Notified commodities, All India Management Association (AIMA) invites applications from Indian Nationals, who fulfill the prescribed qualification, experience, age etc. for the posts indicated below: 

Name of post : Management Trainee, Accountant, Jr. Technical Assistant, Assistant Engineer

Name of posts	No. of posts	Pay Scale	Age Limit
Management Trainee (General)	17	Rs 20600 – 46500/-	28 years
Management Trainee (Accounts)	07	Rs 20600 – 40500/-	28 years
Accountant	17	Rs 16400 – 46500/-	30 years
Jr. Technical Assistant	107	Rs 10500 – 28690/-	28 years
Assistant Engineer	10	Rs 16400 – 46500/-	30 years

Eligibility criteria:

Age Limit :Age Relaxation and Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PH as per Government Guidelines. Organization's own employees will be entitled to age relaxation, subject to the condition that as on last date of receipt of application, the candidate should have at least 5 years of service left. **2 Vacancies are reserved for PH (1-OH (Backlog) & 1 -VH). The Backlog vacancy of OH is Exchangeable among 3 sub category of PH. ***5 Vacancies are reserved for PH (2-OH, 1-VH, 2-HH). Out of 2 vacancy of HH, 1 is Backlog vacancy which may be filled by interchange among 3 sub category of PH.

Educational Qualification :

• For Management Trainee : Degree with 1st Class of MBA or pass in Final Examination of Institute of chartered Accountants of India.
• For Accountant : B.Com or B.A (Commerce) or CA or Costs and Work Accountants or SAS accountants of the Indian Audit and Accountant department.
• For Jr. Technical Assistant : Degree in Agriculture or a degree with zoology, chemistry, Bio- Chemistry as one of the subject.
• For Assistant Engineer : Degree in Civil Engineering

Selection Process :
On All India basis through Objective type written test on respective subjects and aptitude of the standard of the educational qualification prescribed for each post followed by Personal Interview. On qualifying the Written Test and Interview, selected candidates for post code nos. 01, 02 will be appointed as "Management Trainees" in their respective fields. The selected Accountants and JTAs under Post no 03 & 04 will be appointed in the Pay Scale of Rs.16400 - 40500 (IDA) and Rs.10500 - 28690 (IDA) respectively. The selected Assistant Engineers under Post No. 05 will be appointed in the Pay Scale of Rs.16400 -40500 (IDA), and their seniority will be fixed in civil stream after amendment of recruitment rules.

How to Apply : Interested Candidates have to submit the applications through Online mode by logging on towww.jobapply.in/mrpsujob on or before 14th January, 2014.

Application Fee :
General/OBC Candidates need to pay Rs. 300/-.
SC/ST/PH Candidates are exempted from application fee

Important Dates :
Last date for submission of application form : 14 Jan 2014

AIMA Recruitment Management Trainee 2014 Notification -
http://www.jobapply.in/mrpsujob/Adv-Eng.pdf

AIMA Recruitment Online application form 2014 -
http://www.jobapply.in/mrpsujob/ 

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