Hey ,

As per your mentioned query , GATE exam is really a challenging exam. Student must have bachelor's degree in Engineering , Architecture, Technology. Or student may also have master's degree in science , maths and computer applications and equivalent.

To know more , kindly go through the given link:

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/gate-eligibility-criteria

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With a GATE CS score of 335 (OBC) :

• Unlikely to get Osmania University M.Tech in CS, IT, or Cyber Security via GATE (cutoffs are much higher, around 750).

• You can try through TS PGECET (Osmania accepts PGECET scores too).

• Consider other state universities or private colleges with lower GATE cutoffs.

• Prepare for TS PGECET for better chances in Cyber Security or IT at Osmania.

With a GATE score of 406, it’s unlikely that you can secure admission to IIT Madras for CSE or ECE as the cutoff for these programs is much higher, especially for the General category.

IIT Madras GATE Cutoffs (2024):

CSE: Around 845 for General.

ECE: Around 510 for General.

Alternatives:

Other IITs: Consider newer IITs where the cutoff may be lower.

NITs and IIITs: They may have more accessible cutoffs for M.Tech.

State and Central Universities: Institutes like Jadavpur University or Anna University could b e good options.

With a GATE 2025 CS score of 406 and AIR ~14,000 , securing M.Tech in Cybersecurity at IITs is unlikely, as they typically require scores above 750. For PSU recruitment , most companies have cutoffs ranging from 750 to 850 , making opportunities limited.

Alternative Options

• NIT Patna : In 2024, the ST category cutoff for M.Tech Cybersecurity was 277 . With your score, you might have a chance, especially in later rounds.

• Private Universities : Institutions like UPES Dehradun and Shiv Nadar University offer M.Tech in Cybersecurity with more flexible admission criteria.

• Certifications : Enhance your profile with certifications such as CEH or CISSP to improve employability.

For a personalized list of colleges you might be eligible for, you can use the Careers360 GATE College Predictor .

Hello Shiv,

with a GATE 2025 score of 337, admission to top IITs may be challenging, but you have viable options. consider applying to NITs like NIT Calicut, NIT Agartala, or MNNIT Allahabad, which have accepted similar scores in previous years. additionally, explore state universities such as Jamia Milia Islamia and Indraprastha University, which may offer M.Tech admjssions for your score range.

Hello,

with a GATE 2025 score of 337, you may get admission in tier 2 or state-level colleges like NITs, IIITs or government universities. courses like M.Tech in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or life sciences fields are possible. use GATE CCMT counseling and college predictors for more accurate options based on your category and branch.