GATE 2026: Last 70 Days Preparation Roadmap (Ultimate Strategy for High Scoring)
Preparing for GATE 2026 in the remaining 70 days may feel challenging, but with the right plan, discipline, and smart strategy, you can significantly boost your score. This period is crucial because focused revision, mock tests, and concepts refinement can change your rank dramatically.
Why the last 70 days are crucial
- Concepts are already learned — now it’s time to master problem solving.
- Revision + mock tests decide the final rank.
- Even average students can jump to the top 500 with consistent 70-day practice
70 Days Roadmap (Week-by-Week Strategy)
Phase 1: (Day 1–20) – Intensive Revision + Practice
| Goals | Daily Targets | What to Focus On |
| Revise all important subjects once. | 6–8 hours study per day | Core subjects with highest weightage |
| Strengthen formulas and conceptual clarity. | 2 subjects per day (one heavy + one light) | PYQs of last 15 years |
| Solve daily practice sets. | 2 hours problem-solving | Short notes preparation |
| Formula revision for 30 mins |
Phase 2: (Day 21–40) – Mock Test Phase + Deep Revision
| Goals | Daily Targets | Focus Areas |
| Complete full-length mock tests | 1 full-length mock every alternate day | Time management |
| Identify weak areas | Analyze mistakes for 2 hours | Avoid silly mistakes |
| Strengthen accuracy & speed | Revise one subject per day | Improve numerical questions |
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Phase 3: (Day 41–60) – High-Intensity Practice
| Goals | Daily Targets | Focus Areas |
| Strengthen 70% scoring areas | Alternate days: Mock + Analysis | High-scoring topics |
| Final revision of critical topics | Numerical intensive practice | Repeated concepts in PYQs |
| Improve solving approach | 1-hour formula revision | Fast problem-solving techniques |
Phase 4: (Day 61–70) – Final Touch + Exam Temperament
| Goals | Daily Targets | Key Points |
| Stay calm | Formula revision | Stay confident |
| Final look at formulas & shortcuts | A few important mock tests | Focus on accuracy over attempts |
| Maintain exam accuracy | No new topics | Avoid burnout |
70-Day Weekly Breakdown
| Week | Tasks |
| Week 1–2 | Core subject revision + PYQs |
| Week 3–4 | Full-length mocks + subject tests |
| Week 5–6 | Strengthen weak areas + targeted revision |
| Week 7–8 | Final touch + formula revision + exam strategy |
| Last 10 Days | 3–4 full mocks + calm mindset |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Starting new chapters
- Ignoring formula revision
- Low mock-test frequency
- Overconfidence after few good tests
- Not analyzing mistakes properly
Final Tips for Success
- Stick to the timetable
- Sleep minimum 6–7 hours
- Revision is the key to high rank
- Mock test analysis is more important than test-taking
- Stay healthy and positive
