A question that arises in the mind of every beginner who aspires to break GATE - Engineering Graduate Aptitude Test is What is the meaning of valid GATE score ?
The GATE 2021 exam is coming up, still many applicants are confused about the real meaning of the validity of the GATE score. So, let's take some time to first understand the concept of validity of the GATE score.
The word VALIDITY, when used with the GATE test score, becomes a very confusing term. It has two parts. The term validity when used with the GATE score means
- A GATE qualifying score, that means that your scores on the GATE test must be more than or at least equal to the qualifying marks.
- PERIOD OF TIME (usually in years) for which institutions accept the GATE score.
Let's explore these two meanings of the validity of the GATE score in more depth.
Valid GATE Score: A GATE Score Equal to or more than the Qualifying Marks
