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Download free GATE Physics previous year solutions — 8 years from 2018 to 2025, including the 2025 paper (exam: February 16, 2025, IIT Roorkee). Each PDF contains the complete question paper with step-by-step solutions for all three question types: MCQ (negative marking), MSQ and NAT (no negative marking). Free. No login. No registration required.
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FREE PDF SOLUTIONS
GATE Physics Solutions — 2018 to 2025 — Free Download
8 years of GATE Physics solutions — questions and answers together in each PDF. No login, no registration.
2026
Latest
2026 GATE Physics Solution
GATE 2026, conducted by IIT Guwahati on February 7, 2026. Confirms the shift toward conceptual understanding over formula recall — Mathematical Physics, QM and Classical Mechanics tested at higher reasoning depth.
2025
Latest
2025 GATE Physics Solution
GATE 2025, conducted by IIT Roorkee on February 16, 2025. Confirms the shift toward conceptual understanding over formula recall — Mathematical Physics, QM and Classical Mechanics tested at higher reasoning depth.
2024
Recent
2024 GATE Physics Solution
Full solution PDF. Compare with 2025 to identify the evolving trend in which topics dominate and how question styles change year-on-year.
2023
Recent
2023 GATE Physics Solution
Complete solutions. 2023–2025 together reveal the clear trend: conceptual depth and cross-topic integration increasing.
2022
Standard
2022 GATE Physics Solution
A useful benchmark for Mathematical Physics and Electromagnetic Theory questions that continue to appear in similar formats.
2021
Standard
2021 GATE Physics Solution
Strong representation of Quantum Mechanics and Solid State Physics — topics that have remained high-weight in recent papers.
2020
Standard
2020 GATE Physics Solution
Excellent for Thermodynamics & Statistical Mechanics and Classical Mechanics questions at the depth GATE expects.
2019
Standard
2019 GATE Physics Solution
Solving 2019–2020 after recent years gives a clear picture of how question difficulty has escalated.
2018
Archive
2018 GATE Physics Solution
Oldest in the collection. Useful for topic-coverage analysis across 7+ years of GATE Physics papers.
ABOUT THESE SOLUTIONS
What the GATE Physics Solution PDFs Contain
Each GATE Physics solution PDF from Pravegaa Education contains the complete question paper alongside step-by-step worked solutions covering all three question types: MCQ (negative marking), MSQ and NAT (no negative marking). Solutions are authored by Pravegaa faculty — the same quality as the paid course notes.
The 2025 paper (IIT Roorkee, February 16, 2025) continued the trend toward conceptual depth over formula application — particularly in Mathematical Physics, Quantum Mechanics, and Classical Mechanics. Understanding why each solution approach was chosen is essential preparation for upcoming GATE papers.
Complete paper included
Every PDF has the full question paper — questions and solutions in one file.
All 3 question types
MCQ (negative marking), MSQ and NAT (no negative — always attempt). All covered.
Step-by-step solutions
Physical reasoning before calculation — the approach GATE’s conceptual papers reward.
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ABOUT GATE PHYSICS
GATE Physics — Exam Pattern, Marking Scheme & Career Pathways
GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) Physics — paper code PH — is conducted annually for admission to MTech/PhD programmes and for PSU recruitment. GATE 2025 was conducted by IIT Roorkee on February 16, 2025, and GATE 2026 by IIT Guwahati.
GATE Physics overlaps significantly with CSIR NET Physical Sciences — approximately 80% of the syllabus is shared, so students preparing for CSIR NET simultaneously build strong GATE Physics preparation. The critical difference: GATE includes General Aptitude (GA) as a mandatory 15-mark section, which CSIR NET does not have in the same format.
GATE 2025 conducted by
IIT Roorkee
GATE 2025 exam date
February 16, 2025
GATE 2026 conducted by
IIT Guwahati
Total
100 marks · 65 questions
General Aptitude
10 questions · 15 marks
Physics (PH)
55 questions · 85 marks
MCQ negative marking
−1/3 (1M) · −2/3 (2M)
MSQ & NAT
No negative marking
Duration
3 hours · CBT
CSIR NET overlap
~80% syllabus shared
⚙ GATE Physics Opens These Pathways
PSU Scientific Officer
GATE Physics scores are used in recruitment by several PSUs and research organisations — check each organisation’s current notification.
MTech / PhD Admission
IITs, NITs, IISc and central universities use the GATE score for postgraduate admission.
Research Fellowship
GATE-qualified MTech students are eligible for a monthly scholarship from the Ministry of Education.
📚 Pravegaa’s CSIR NET programme builds the full GATE Physics foundation — same topics, same depth. Students targeting both exams use one preparation system without duplication.
TOPICS IN SOLUTIONS
GATE Physics — Topics Covered Across 2018–2025 Solution PDFs
GATE Physics tests 10 core physics topics plus General Aptitude. Based on analysis of 2018–2025 papers, here is the consistent topic distribution:
~15%
Mathematical Physics
Linear algebra, complex analysis, differential equations, vector calculus, special functions, Fourier transforms, statistics.
~13%
Classical Mechanics
Lagrangian/Hamiltonian, rigid body, central force, small oscillations, special relativity. Increasing Lagrangian emphasis in 2024–2025.
~13%
Electromagnetic Theory
Maxwell’s equations, EM waves, boundary conditions, waveguides, radiation.
~13%
Quantum Mechanics
Schrödinger equation, perturbation theory, angular momentum, spin, identical particles, scattering. Heavy in MSQ and NAT.
~10%
Thermodynamics & Stat Mech
Laws of thermodynamics, partition functions, FD/BE/MB distributions, phase transitions.
~8%
Atomic & Molecular Physics
Atomic spectra, selection rules, fine structure, Zeeman effect, molecular spectra, lasers.
~10%
Solid State / Condensed Matter
Crystal structure, X-ray diffraction, phonons, free electron model, semiconductors, Hall effect, superconductivity.
~8%
Nuclear & Particle Physics
Nuclear models, radioactive decay, reactions, fission/fusion, elementary particles, quark model.
~5%
Electronics
Semiconductor devices, amplifiers, op-amps, digital logic, oscillators. Smaller but predictable.
~15%
General Aptitude
10 questions, 15 marks — verbal ability, numerical ability, analytical reasoning. MCQ negative marking applies.
📚 Free topic-wise study material: free PDF notes for all physics topics are available in our free study material — use them alongside the solution PDFs.
HOW TO USE
The Right Way to Use GATE Physics Solution PDFs
1. Start with 2025, work backward
Begin with the most recent paper — the current GATE standard. Then 2024 and 2023 for trend analysis. Go back to 2018 only after completing recent years.
2. Timed attempt before solutions
Download the question-only paper, set a 3-hour timer, and attempt all 65 questions — including every MSQ and NAT. Record your confidence per question.
3. MSQ and NAT — always attempt
No negative marking on MSQ and NAT. In practice and in the exam, never leave them blank — even an educated NAT guess is worth attempting.
4. Build an error notebook
Classify every wrong answer: concept gap / calculation error / GA strategy error / should-have-attempted (an MSQ or NAT left blank).
5. Study the GA solutions too
General Aptitude (15 marks) is often neglected. The GA solutions show the fastest approaches — study them as carefully as the physics.
6. Reattempt after topic study
For concept-gap questions, study the topic from Pravegaa’s free material or course, then reattempt those questions without looking at the answer.
🏅 The key insight from recent papers: GATE Physics no longer rewards pure formula recall — it rewards understanding why a physical relationship holds. That is exactly Pravegaa’s approach: concept clarity before problem solving.
MARKING SCHEME
GATE Physics — Question Types & Marking Scheme
GATE Physics has three question types with different marking rules. The solution PDFs include all three — understanding the scheme helps you use them strategically.
MCQ
Multiple Choice — 1 correct of 4
1M or 2M · −1/3 or −2/3
Be selective — attempt when you are confident. A wrong answer costs 1/3 or 2/3 of a mark.
MSQ
Multiple Select — 1 or more correct
1M or 2M · No negative ✓
Always attempt all MSQ. No partial credit — you need every correct option. Use solutions to learn systematic elimination.
NAT
Numerical Answer Type
1M or 2M · No negative ✓
Always attempt all NAT. Speed and calculation precision required — solutions show the fastest computational approaches.
GA
General Aptitude — Verbal + Numerical
15 marks · MCQ negative applies
Study GA solutions separately — the fastest GA approaches often differ from physics reasoning.
Total: 65 Questions
100 Marks
3 Hours · CBT · February annually
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GATE Physics Solutions — Frequently Asked Questions
Years available, exam pattern, conducting IIT, recommended order, CSIR NET overlap, and career pathways — answered.
Which years of GATE Physics solutions are available free at Pravegaa?
Pravegaa provides free GATE Physics solution PDFs for 8 years: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018. All are free — no login, no registration required. Each PDF contains the complete question paper with step-by-step solutions for MCQ, MSQ, and NAT questions, including the General Aptitude (GA) section.
What is the GATE Physics exam pattern and marking scheme?
GATE Physics (paper code: PH) has 65 questions totalling 100 marks in a 3-hour CBT. Composition: General Aptitude (10Q, 15 marks) + Subject Paper (55Q, 85 marks). Three question types: MCQ (Multiple Choice — negative marking of −1/3 for 1M questions and −2/3 for 2M questions), MSQ (Multiple Select — NO negative marking, always attempt all), NAT (Numerical Answer Type — NO negative marking, always attempt all). MSQ and NAT together represent significant marks — never leave these blank.
Which IIT conducted GATE 2025 and GATE 2026 Physics?
GATE 2025 was conducted by IIT Roorkee (exam date: February 16, 2025) and GATE 2026 by IIT Guwahati. The conducting IIT rotates annually, but the syllabus and difficulty level remain consistent — the most recent paper solutions are the best benchmark for upcoming GATE preparation.
In what order should I solve the GATE Physics solution PDFs?
Start with 2025 (most recent — understand current difficulty and style), then 2024 and 2023 to see the 3-year trend. After completing 2023–2025, you will have a clear picture of the current exam. Then continue backward: 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018. Always attempt the paper (question-only, from the PYQ page) under 3-hour timed conditions before opening the solution PDF. Never read the solution first.
Is GATE Physics preparation the same as CSIR NET Physics preparation?
GATE Physics and CSIR NET Physical Sciences share approximately 80% of their syllabus — the same 10 core physics topics are tested in both. The key differences: GATE includes General Aptitude (15 marks) which CSIR NET does not; GATE uses 1- and 2-mark questions while CSIR NET uses 2, 3.5 and 5-mark questions across Parts A, B and C; GATE’s NAT questions require precise numerical answers; CSIR NET Part C requires multi-step conceptual problem solving. Pravegaa’s CSIR NET programme builds the foundation that covers both exams simultaneously.
What career pathways does GATE Physics open?
GATE Physics score enables: (1) recruitment by several PSUs and research organisations; (2) MTech/PhD admission at IITs, NITs, IISc, central universities; (3) a monthly scholarship for GATE-qualified MTech students. GATE score validity is 3 years. A strong GATE Physics rank combined with CSIR NET qualification is the most complete research-career credential available.
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GATE Physics Previous Year Solutions 2018–2025 — Free PDF Download | Pravegaa Education
Pravegaa Education provides free GATE Physics previous year solution PDFs for 8 years: GATE 2025 (IIT Roorkee, February 16, 2025), 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018. All PDFs are free — no login or registration required. Each PDF contains the complete question paper with solutions for MCQ (negative marking), MSQ and NAT (no negative marking — always attempt all), including the General Aptitude section (15 marks).
GATE 2026 was conducted by IIT Guwahati. GATE Physics opens pathways to PSU and research-organisation recruitment, MTech/PhD admission at IITs, NITs and IISc, and MTech scholarships. GATE Physics and CSIR NET Physical Sciences share approximately 80% of their syllabus. Pravegaa Education, 28B/7, Jia Sarai, Near IIT Delhi, New Delhi 110016. Free demo class or call 8920759559.
GATE PHYSICS — FROM SOLUTIONS TO SCORE
Solutions Show the Standard. Conceptual Preparation Meets It.
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