In this article, you will get GATE 2024 Syllabus for Civil Engineering (CE). Given Below is the official GATE syllabus for Civil Engineering 2024 that has been released by IISC Bangalore. The syllabus is carefully designed to cover the essential areas of civil engineering, assessing candidates’ understanding and problem-solving abilities.
It includes various topics such as Engineering Mathematics, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Geomatics Engineering.
GATE syllabus for Civil Engineering is a detailed overview that evaluates the depth and breadth of knowledge in civil engineering. It is important for aspirants to have a strong understanding of basic concepts and their real-world applications, which are essential for further studies or career opportunities in civil engineering.
GATE Syllabus for Civil Engineering 2024-25
| SECTIONS | Topics and Sub-Topics |
| Section 1: Engineering Mathematics | Linear Algebra: Matrix algebra; Systems of linear equations; Eigen values and Eigen vectors. Calculus: Functions of single variable; Limit, continuity and differentiability; Mean value theorems, local maxima and minima; Taylor series; Evaluation of definite and indefinite integrals, application of definite integral to obtain area and volume; Partial derivatives; Total derivative; Gradient, Divergence and Curl, Vector identities; Directional derivatives; Line, Surface and Volume integrals. Ordinary Differential Equation (ODE): First order (linear and nonlinear) equations; higher order linear equation with constant coefficients; Euler-Cauchy equations; initial and boundary value problems. Partial Differential Equation (PDE): Fourier series; separation of variables; solutions of one- dimensional diffusion equation; first and second order one-dimensional wave equation and two-dimensional Laplace equation. Probability and Statistics: Sampling theorems; Conditional probability; Descriptive statistics – Mean, median, mode and standard deviation; Random Variables – Discrete and Continuous, Poisson and Normal Distribution; Linear regression. Numerical Methods: Error analysis. Numerical solutions of linear and non-linear algebraic equations; Newton’s and Lagrange polynomials; numerical differentiation; Integration by trapezoidal and Simpson’s rule; Single and multi-step methods for first order differential equations. |
| Section 2: Structural Engineering | Engineering Mechanics: System of forces, free-body diagrams, equilibrium equations; Internal forces in structures; Frictions and its applications; Centre of mass; Free Vibrations of undamped SDOF system. Solid Mechanics: Bending moment and shear force in statically determinate beams; Simple stress and strain relationships; Simple bending theory, flexural and shear stresses, shear centre; Uniform torsion, Transformation of stress; buckling of column, combined and direct bending stresses. Structural Analysis: Statically determinate and indeterminate structures by force/ energy methods; Method of superposition; Analysis of trusses, arches, beams, cables and frames; Displacement methods: Slope deflection and moment distribution methods; Influence lines; Stiffness and flexibility methods of structural analysis. Construction Materials and Management: Construction Materials: Structural Steel – Composition, material properties and behaviour; Concrete – Constituents, mix design, short-term and long-term properties.Construction Management: Types of construction projects; Project planning and network analysis – PERT and CPM; Cost estimation. Concrete Structures: Working stress and Limit state design concepts; Design of beams, slabs, columns; Bond and development length; Prestressed concrete beams. Steel Structures: Working stress and Limit state design concepts; Design of tension and compression members, beams and beam- columns, column bases; Connections – simple and eccentric, beam-column connections, plate girders and trusses; Concept of plastic analysis – beams and frames. |
| Section 3: Geotechnical Engineering | Soil Mechanics: Three-phase system and phase relationships, index properties; Unified and Indian standard soil classification system; Permeability – one dimensional flow, Seepage through soils – two – dimensional flow, flow nets, uplift pressure, piping, capillarity, seepage force; Principle of effective stress and quicksand condition; Compaction of soils; One- dimensional consolidation, time rate of consolidation; Shear Strength, Mohr’s circle, effective and total shear strength parameters, Stress-Strain characteristics of clays and sand; Stress paths. Foundation Engineering: Sub-surface investigations – Drilling bore holes, sampling, plate load test, standard penetration and cone penetration tests; Earth pressure theories – Rankine and Coulomb; Stability of slopes –Finite and infinite slopes, Bishop’s method; Stress distribution in soils – Boussinesq’s theory; Pressure bulbs, Shallow foundations – Terzaghi’s and Meyerhoff’s bearing capacity theories, effect of water table; Combined footing and raft foundation; Contact pressure; Settlement analysis in sands and clays; Deep foundations – dynamic and static formulae, Axial load capacity of piles in sands and clays, pile load test, pile under lateral loading, pile group efficiency, negative skin friction. |
| Section 4: Water Resources Engineering | Fluid Mechanics: Properties of fluids, fluid statics; Continuity, momentum and energy equations and their applications; Potential flow, Laminar and turbulent flow; Flow in pipes, pipe networks; Concept of boundary layer and its growth; Concept of lift and drag. Hydraulics: Forces on immersed bodies; Flow measurement in channels and pipes; Dimensional analysis and hydraulic similitude; Channel Hydraulics – Energy-depth relationships, specific energy, critical flow, hydraulic jump, uniform flow, gradually varied flow and water surface profiles. Hydrology: Hydrologic cycle, precipitation, evaporation, evapo-transpiration, watershed, infiltration, unit hydrographs, hydrograph analysis, reservoir capacity, flood estimation and routing, surface run-off models, groundwater hydrology – steady state well hydraulics and aquifers; Application of Darcy’s Law. Irrigation: Types of irrigation systems and methods; Crop water requirements – Duty, delta, evapo-transpiration; Gravity Dams and Spillways; Lined and unlined canals, Design of weirs on permeable foundation; cross drainage structures. |
| Section 5: Environmental Engineering | Water and Waste Water Quality and Treatment: Basics of water quality standards – Physical, chemical and biological parameters; Water quality index; Unit processes and operations; Water requirement; Water distribution system; Drinking water treatment. Sewerage system design, quantity of domestic wastewater, primary and secondary treatment. Effluent discharge standards; Sludge disposal; Reuse of treated sewage for different applications. Air Pollution: Types of pollutants, their sources and impacts, air pollution control, air quality standards, Air quality Index and limits. Municipal Solid Wastes: Characteristics, generation, collection and transportation of solid wastes, engineered systems for solid waste management (reuse/ recycle, energy recovery, treatment and disposal). |
| Section 6: Transportation Engineering | Transportation Infrastructure: Geometric design of highways – cross-sectional elements, sight distances, horizontal and vertical alignments. Geometric design of railway Track – Speed and Cant, Concept of airport runway length, calculations and corrections; taxiway and exit taxiway design. Highway Pavements: Highway materials – desirable properties and tests; Desirable properties of bituminous paving mixes; Design factors for flexible and rigid pavements; Design of flexible and rigid pavement using IRC codes. Traffic Engineering: Traffic studies on flow and speed, peak hour factor, accident study, statistical analysis of traffic data; Microscopic and macroscopic parameters of traffic flow, fundamental relationships; Traffic signs; Signal design by Webster’s method; Types of intersections; Highway capacity. |
| Section 7: Geomatics Engineering | Principles of surveying; Errors and their adjustment; Maps – scale, coordinate system; Distance and angle measurement – Levelling and trigonometric levelling; Traversing and triangulation survey; Total station; Horizontal and vertical curves.Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing – Scale, flying height; Basics of remote sensing and GIS. |
Civil Engineering 2024 Paper Pattern and Marking
- Mode of Examination: Online
- Duration of Exam: 3 hours
- Types of Questions: MCQs, MSQs and NAT
- Sections: 3 sections – General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics and Civil Engineering
- Total Marks: 100 marks
- Total Questions: 65 questions
- General Aptitude – 15 Marks of MCQs Questions
- 5 Questions – 1 Marks
- 5 Questions – 2 Marks
- Engineering Mathematics and Biomedical Engineering – 85 Marks of MCQs, MSQs and NATs Questions
- Engineering Mathematics – 13 Marks
- Civil Engineering – 72 Marks
- 25 Questions – 1 Marks
- 30 Questions – 2 Marks
- General Aptitude – 15 Marks of MCQs Questions
- Negative Marking
- For MCQs
- ⅓ for 1 mark questions
- ⅔ for 2 marks questions
- NATs – No Negative Marking
- For MCQs
Frequently Asked Questions
- What topics are covered in the GATE Civil Engineering syllabus?
- The syllabus includes Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Geomatics Engineering.
- How is the GATE Civil Engineering paper structured?
- The paper is divided into two sections: General Aptitude and Core Subject. The Core Subject section has 55 questions, while General Aptitude has 10 questions, making a total of 65 questions.
- What is the weightage of Engineering Mathematics in the GATE Civil Engineering exam?
- Engineering Mathematics typically carries around 15% of the total marks.
- Can I appear for any other paper along with Civil Engineering?
- Yes, candidates can select a second paper from a pre-defined list of combinations provided by the GATE authorities.
- Where can I find the detailed GATE syllabus for Civil Engineering?
- The detailed syllabus can be downloaded from our website or from the official GATE website – https://gate2024.iisc.ac.in/.
- Are there any changes in the syllabus from the previous year?
- The syllabus can be updated from time to time. Candidates should refer to the official GATE notification for the latest syllabus updates.
- What type of questions are asked in the GATE Civil Engineering paper?
- The paper includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs), multiple-select questions (MSQs), and numerical answer type (NAT) questions based on the topics in the syllabus.
- How can I practice for the GATE Civil Engineering exam?
- Past year question papers and syllabus are available in our website which can be used for practice. Additionally, study material and test series for preparation also available for better preparation.