Pre GATE-2026
Preparing for GATE is not just about mastering concepts—it’s about understanding the exam environment, managing time effectively, and testing your accuracy under real pressure. To help aspirants gain this true exam experience, ACE Engineering Academy & ACE Online are conducting the Pre GATE-2026 on 18th January 2026.
This online mock exam is designed exactly like the actual GATE exam, giving students a chance to assess their preparation, understand their strengths, and identify areas to improve before the real test.
Exam Date
| 18th January 2026 (Online Mode) | ||
| Forenoon Session | Starts at – 9:30 AM Civil & Instrumentation Engineering | Starts at – 10:30 AM Mechanical & Computer Science and Information Technology |
| Afternoon Session | Starts at – 2:30 PM Electronics and Communication & Production and Industrial Engineering | Starts at – 3:30 PM Electrical Engineering & Data Science and Artificial Intelligence |
| Last Date to Apply | 16th January 2026 | |
| Results Announcement | 19th January 2026 @ 6 PM | |
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Why You Should Not Miss Pre GATE-2026
1. Real Exam Experience
This mock exam mirrors the actual GATE interface, pattern, difficulty level, and time pressure.
It prepares your mind for the real battle long before exam day.
2. Improve Time Management
GATE isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about speed & accuracy. You’ll learn:
- How to divide time between easy, moderate, and tough questions
- When to attempt numerical questions
- When to skip and move on
- How to use the on-screen calculator effectively
3. Identify Strengths and Weaknesses
The analysis after the exam helps you understand:
- Which subjects are strong
- Where you’re losing marks
- Which topics require revision
- Your overall accuracy and speed
4. Builds Exam Confidence
Once you experience a real exam-like environment, anxiety reduces automatically.
Your confidence improves when you know:
- How the system works
- How to navigate the interface
- How to handle time pressure
5. Enhances Question Selection Ability
The biggest challenge in GATE is choosing the right questions. This test trains you to recognize:
- High scoring questions
- Time-consuming questions
- Trap questions
6. Helps You Benchmark Yourself
Since thousands of students participate, you get a clear idea of:
- National-level ranking
- Competitiveness
- Your standing among serious aspirants
7. Get Detailed Performance Insights
Post-exam analytics include:
- Subject-wise performance
- Accuracy percentage
- Time spent per question
- Comparison with toppers
Time Management Tips for Pre GATE-2026
Here are some smart strategies to score better:
- Attempt easy & moderate questions first
Don’t waste time on lengthy numerical questions in the beginning. - Maintain a balance between speed and accuracy
Negative marking can significantly reduce your score. - Use the on-screen calculator efficiently
Practice beforehand to avoid delays. - Don’t get stuck on a single question
If you can’t solve it in 90 seconds, move on. - Keep 10–15 minutes for revision at the end
Re-check the questions you marked for review.
Who Should Attend Pre GATE-2026?
- Students preparing seriously for GATE-2026
- Aspirants who want to test their exam readiness
- Those struggling with time management
- Anyone wanting a realistic mock exam experience
Final Thoughts
Pre GATE-2026 is not just a mock test—it’s a performance booster.
By experiencing the real-time exam environment before the actual GATE exam, you gain the confidence, strategy, and clarity needed to crack GATE with a top score.
Don’t miss the opportunity. Enroll now and take the first step towards your GATE success!
Guidelines
Application Process: Candidates have to register and fill the application via ONLINE mode ONLY.The photograph and signature of the applicant must be uploaded during filling the online application. Please note that photocopy of GATE Original admit card must be uploaded at a later date.The payment of application fee is through electronic mode only.The application has to be submitted on or before 16th January 2026.
Note: GATE Original Admit Card Photo Copy must be uploaded at a later date.
Pre-GATE Papers
Pre-GATE 2026 will be conducted in subjects (also referred to as papers) shown in Table below. Candidates must familiarize with the paper code for the paper of their choice, as this knowledge will be required at the time of application form submission and appearing for the examination.
Pre-GATE Papers and the paper Codes
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) | Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | Instrumentation Engineering (IN) |
| Civil Engineering (CE) | Production &Industrial Engineering (PI) |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DA) |
