Mechanical Engineering Hub

Explore the complete GATE syllabus with interactive content

Engineering Mathematics

Algebra

  • Matrix algebra and linear systems
  • Eigenvalues and eigenvectors
  • Vector spaces and transformations

Complex Variables

  • Analytic functions & Cauchy-Riemann equations
  • Cauchy’s integral theorem & formula
  • Taylor and Laurent series expansions

Numerical Methods

  • Solutions of algebraic equations
  • Integration: trapezoidal & Simpson’s rule
  • Single & multi-step ODE methods

Probability & Statistics

  • Conditional probability & Bayes’ theorem
  • Random variables & distributions
  • Mean, variance, standard deviation

Calculus

  • Limits, continuity, and differentiability
  • Definite and improper integrals
  • Vector calculus: gradient, divergence, curl

Differential Equations

  • First and higher-order ODEs
  • Laplace transforms and applications
  • Heat, wave, and Laplace equations

Applied Mechanics & Design

Mechanics of Materials

  • Stress-strain relationships
  • Bending, torsion, and deflection
  • Mohr’s circle and failure theories

Theory of Machines

  • Kinematics of mechanisms
  • Cams, gears, and governors
  • Balancing and gyroscopic effects

Vibrations

  • Free and forced vibrations
  • Damping and resonance
  • Critical speeds of shafts

Machine Design

  • Design for static and fatigue loading
  • Joints, shafts, bearings, springs
  • Failure criteria and safety factors

Fluid Mechanics & Thermal Sciences

Fluid Mechanics

  • Fluid statics and buoyancy
  • Bernoulli’s principle and applications
  • Pipe flow and boundary layers

Thermodynamics

  • First and second laws
  • Thermodynamic cycles
  • Entropy and availability

Applications of Thermodynamics

  • IC Engines: Otto, Diesel, Dual cycles
  • Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
  • Power plants, compressors, turbines

Heat Transfer

  • Conduction and fins
  • Convection correlations
  • Radiation and heat exchangers

Materials, Manufacturing & Industrial

Engineering Materials

  • Structure and properties
  • Phase diagrams and heat treatment
  • Stress-strain behavior

Casting

  • Pattern design and solidification
  • Risers, gating, cooling systems
  • Defects and inspection methods

Inventory Control

  • Deterministic models and EOQ
  • Safety stock and reorder point
  • Inventory cost optimization

Manufacturing Processes

  • Casting and forming methods
  • Machining and welding
  • Additive manufacturing

Operations Research

  • Linear programming: simplex, duality, sensitivity analysis
  • Transportation, assignment & network flow models
  • Queuing theory, PERT & CPM for project scheduling