Humanities and Social Sciences (XH) - GATE PYQs

Download GATE Humanities and Social Sciences (XH) Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs) to make your exam preparation smarter. Working through past papers improves pattern awareness, concept application, and problem-solving speed so you can attempt GATE questions more confidently.

GATE Humanities and Social Sciences Previous Year Papers

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

What is GATE Exam?

GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is a national-level exam for engineering students who want higher studies or PSU jobs.

GATE Exam Pattern

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
Total Marks: 100
Question Types: MCQs, MSQs, NAT
Sections: General Aptitude (15 marks) + Core Subject (85 marks)
Negative Marking: Applicable for MCQs only

GATE Eligibility Criteria

Final year or completed: Bachelor's in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, or Science
Master's degree: Pursuing or completed in relevant disciplines
Undergraduate: 3rd year or higher
• No age limit
• Unlimited attempts allowed

GATE Benefits

M.Tech/M.E/PhD Admissions at IITs, IISc, NITs, and top universities
PSU Recruitment across India
Score Validity: 3 years
Career Growth: Higher salary prospects and opportunities

30+ Subjects

Engineering: CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and more
Sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• Humanities & Social Sciences
• Life Sciences
• Data Science & AI
• Architecture & Planning

Why Practice GATE PYQs?

• Understand real exam-level questions
• Identify important topics
• Improve time management
• Strengthen conceptual clarity
• Build confidence for the actual exam