Shikhar Rai shares his journey of qualifying GATE CSE 2025 with a score of 661, opting for self-preparation using free YouTube resources. He emphasizes the importance of discipline over direction, consistency, and character in the preparation process. Shikhar advises focusing on syllabus completion, fluency in past year questions, quality practice, and cyclic revision. He recommends enrolling in test series like those offered by GO classes for better practice material. After overcoming challenges, he received an admission offer from IIT Bombay for the MS-RAP program. Shikhar encourages aspirants to build habits, show up, and trust the process. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17258/my-gate-prep-journey-and-my-path-to-my-dream-college

Despite a low GATE score of 615, Neeraj Patel managed to secure a spot in the MS program at IIT Bombay, his dream college. After initially feeling disheartened, he applied to MS programs at IITM, IITB, and IITH, ultimately getting shortlisted for interviews at IIT Madras and IIT Bombay. His journey included an insightful interview experience where honesty and focusing on strengths played a crucial role. Neeraj emphasizes that a low GATE score doesn’t mean the end, advocating for the MS route as a viable option and advising candidates to attempt only questions they're sure of, prepare smartly, and leverage their strengths. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17262/not-a-top-ranker-still-made-it-to-top-iits

Madhukar shares his journey of pursuing MTech RA at IITH after scoring a 664 in GATE CS 2025, with an AIR of 1814. Despite initial setbacks at IIT Madras, Bombay, and Delhi, he persevered, ultimately securing a spot at IITH after a revised cutoff allowed him to participate. His experience highlights the importance of resilience and learning from setbacks, while expressing gratitude for the supportive GATEOverflow community. Madhukar's journey underscores the value of technical education and the belief that when one door closes, another opens. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17270/journey-to-iit-h-mtech-ra

A candidate with a GATE score of 733 and rank 190 shares their interview experience for the IIT Delhi MS by Research program at the Yardi School of AI. The interview covered topics like research interests, matrix dimensions, eigenvectors, and joint distribution parameters. Despite some initial hesitation and incorrect answers, the candidate demonstrated a solid understanding of key concepts, leading to their selection for the program. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17281/iit-delhi-ms-by-research-of-the-yardi-school-of-ai-interview

Manas Patil shares his experiences with the IIT Bombay M. Tech. RA written tests and interviews. Despite his GATE 2025 score and AIR 5266, he pursued opportunities at multiple IITs, receiving interview calls from IIT Bombay in Electrical, Biomedical, Systems and Control, and Industrial and OR branches. Manas details his experiences with various interviews, including a challenging one in Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, a brief online interview for Systems and Control, and a coding-centric process for Electrical Engineering. Despite initial setbacks, he eventually received an offer for IIT Bombay M. Tech. RA in Communication Engineering, expressing joy and encouragement for others in their GATE journey. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17282/iit-bombay-m-tech-ra-written-test-and-interview-experience

Sharvani Devalla shares her journey of transitioning from a non-CS background to achieving AIR 130 in GATE CS 2025. Initially an ECE graduate, she faced limited job opportunities, prompting her to focus on GATE preparation. Despite an unsatisfactory experience with her initial coaching, Sharvani turned to Go Classes for a more comprehensive understanding of CS concepts. Her preparation included intensive revisions, consistent test practice, and a strong support system. She emphasizes the importance of staying calm during exams and advises future aspirants to remain consistent and learn from their mistakes. Her dedication paid off with her acceptance into IISc, fulfilling her dream. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17284/my-journey-from-a-non-cs-background-to-securing-air-130

Sreesankar shares his detailed experience of the IISc CSA M.Tech research interview held on May 13, 2025. After receiving a call letter, he prepared by selecting Theoretical Computer Science as his research substream, focusing on Combinatorics and Algorithms. During the interview, Sreesankar faced questions on probability, graph theory, and algorithms, emphasizing the importance of understanding fundamental concepts. His preparation paid off, as he was listed in the provisional selection and later received an offer letter. Sreesankar advises future candidates to focus on basics and stay calm during interviews. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17294/iisc-csa-m-tech-research-interview-experience

A candidate shares their BARC OCES 2025 Computer Science interview experience, which followed their selection through a written exam. The interview involved questions on various subjects, including C, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, and DBMS. The candidate discussed topics like process life cycle, OSI layers, concurrency issues, and SQL queries. Despite not initially listing DBMS, questions were asked on transaction management. The interview concluded with inquiries about the job role and training, and the candidate was successfully selected. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17311/barc-oces-2025-cs-interview-experience

Ishaan Mane shares his experience applying for the MS (by Research) program at IIT Madras after securing an AIR of 1445 in GATE CS 2025. The selection process involved a written test and interviews for shortlisted candidates. Despite attempting 28 out of 30 questions in the test, Ishaan was not shortlisted. He highlights the scenic campus life at IIT Madras and provides insights into the stay and dining options. Ishaan reflects on the unclear shortlisting criteria for interviews and suggests that candidates with a GATE score above 600 should consider applying and stay well-prepared with the GATE syllabus. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17373/iit-madras-ms-cs-2025-written-test-experience

Ishaan Mane shares his interview experience for the MS CS program at IIT Indore in 2025. With a GATE score of 688 and a rank of AIR 1445, Ishaan navigated scheduling conflicts with IIT Madras through cooperative rescheduling by IIT Indore. The interview, conducted online via Google Meet, involved questions on subjects like Linear Algebra and Probability Theory. Ishaan received an offer in the first round of COAP and advises future aspirants with a GATE score of 600+ to apply, emphasizing the importance of ongoing study and preparation. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17379/iit-indore-ms-cs-2025-interview-experience

Ishaan Mane shares his interview experience for the IIT Delhi MTech Computer Technology (HVA) program in 2025. With a GATE CS 2025 rank of AIR 1445 and a score of 688, Ishaan was shortlisted based on his GATE score. The interview, conducted online, focused heavily on Machine Learning and mathematical foundations. Ishaan prepared topics like Linear Algebra, Probability, and Stochastic Gradient Descent. He successfully answered deep technical questions and was selected for the program. Key advice includes being confident, thoroughly preparing for ML topics, and considering the HVA program for GATE ranks under 1500. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17381/iit-delhi-mtech-hva-2025-interview-experience

Ishaan Mane shares his experience with the IIT Bombay CMINDS MS 2025 admission process. Despite a GATE score of 688 and an AIR of 1445, he faced a challenging written test and interview. The test was unexpectedly difficult with PhD-level questions, and though he struggled, he was shortlisted for an interview. During the interview, he encountered questions on variance, matrix rank, and stochastic gradient descent, but struggled with technical terms. Ultimately, he was not selected. Ishaan advises future applicants to be precise in their answers, thoroughly prepare for the test, and remain calm during interviews. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17385/iit-bombay-cminds-2025-written-test-and-interview-experience

Ishaan Mane shares his experience with the IIT Bombay MS by Research 2025 admission process in Computer Science. Despite having a GATE score of 688, he faced challenges due to the competitive nature of the selection. The process included a written test, a programming test for RAP applicants, and two interview rounds for TA and RAP. He highlights the importance of a strong GATE score for TA selection and a well-aligned profile for RAP. Key advice includes preparing a relevant project, revising core concepts, and practicing with previous papers. Ultimately, Ishaan was not selected but offers valuable insights for future applicants. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17386/iit-bombay-ms-cs-2025-written-test-and-interview-experience

Ishaan Mane shares his experience applying for the MTech RA program at IIT Hyderabad. With a GATE CS 2025 rank of 1445 and a score of 688, he describes the selection process, which includes a written test and an online interview. Ishaan highlights the beautiful campus and provides travel tips. The interview involved discussing technical concepts in Linear Algebra and Probability, and he was asked about project interests. He was selected for the MTech RA in CSE (NIS) at IIT Hyderabad and advises maintaining strong core concepts and confidence for the interview. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17387/iit-hyderabad-mtech-2025-written-test-interview-experience

In this post, the author shares their experience and challenges faced during the post-GATE exam period, including navigating counseling procedures and cutoff criteria. They describe spending unnecessary time researching through various platforms and offer a solution by creating a video to help others avoid similar inefficiencies. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17406/post-gate-guidance-experience

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is recruiting for 12 Deputy Manager (IT) positions through GATE 2025 scores in Computer Science and IT. The posts are in Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a salary range of Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500. Candidates must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree or MCA. The upper age limit is 30 years, with relaxations applicable. Selected candidates must serve a minimum of 3 years, backed by a Rs. 5 lakh service bond. Applications are open from July 4 to August 4, 2025. For more details, visit the [official notification](https://nhai.gov.in/nhai/sites/default/files/vacancy_files/Detailed-Advt-DM-IT.pdf). https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17407/nhai-deputy-manager-it-recruitment-2025-via-gate-2025-score

Download a free, comprehensive PDF of ISRO previous year questions, curated by the GATE Overflow community, to enhance your exam preparation. This resource includes categorized, solved questions from various ISRO exams, ideal for concept review and practice. Access it now to boost your readiness for the ISRO exam. [Download link provided] https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17429/gate-overflow-isro-pdf-previous-year-questions-free-download

Geo (AIR 189) shares his MTech interview experiences, having received offers from IIT Madras, Kanpur, Kharagpur, and Delhi. Currently an MTech RAP at IIT Bombay, he offers insights and invites questions. Read more about his journey [here](https://kingjuno.github.io/blog/2025/03/22/gatejourney). https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17431/all-interview-experiences-2025

UPSC invites applications for the post of Assistant Director (Systems) in the Directorate of Income Tax (Systems), Ministry of Finance. There are 45 vacancies, with age limits and qualifications specified. The application process opens on 26th July 2025, closing on 14th August 2025. Candidates must hold relevant degrees and experience in data processing or programming. A fee of Rs. 25 is applicable except for exempted categories. For more details, refer to the official notification and application link. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17445/upsc-assistant-director-systems-recruitment-2025

Join Arjun Suresh for a live AMA session with CSE students on Sunday, August 3rd, from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST via Google Meet. More sessions may follow next weekend if needed. https://gateoverflow.in/blog/17458/ama-session-with-arjun-suresh