Marking Scheme for GATE CSE Exam

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) for Computer Science Engineering (CSE) follows a specific marking scheme. The marking scheme determines the allocation of marks for correct and incorrect answers, as well as the type of questions asked in the exam. The GATE CSE exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and numerical answer type (NAT) questions.

1. Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
MCQs in the GATE CSE exam have four options, out of which only one option is correct. The marking scheme for MCQs is as follows:
- Correct Answer: Each correct answer carries +1 mark.
- Incorrect Answer (1-mark MCQs): For each incorrect answer, 1/3 mark is deducted.
- Incorrect Answer (2-mark MCQs): For each incorrect answer, 2/3 mark is deducted.

2. Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions
NAT questions in the GATE CSE exam require candidates to enter a numerical value as the answer. The marking scheme for NAT questions is as follows:
- Correct Answer: Each correct answer carries +1 or +2 marks, depending on the question.
- Incorrect Answer: There is no negative marking for incorrect answers in NAT questions.

Example:
- If a question is a 1-mark MCQ and the candidate answers it correctly, they will be awarded +1 mark.
- If the candidate answers it incorrectly, 1/3 mark will be deducted.
- If a question is a 2-mark MCQ and the candidate answers it correctly, they will be awarded +2 marks.
- If the candidate answers it incorrectly, 2/3 mark will be deducted.
- If a question is a NAT question and the candidate answers it correctly, they will be awarded the specified marks (either +1 or +2).
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers in NAT questions.

Note:
- The GATE CSE exam may also include Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) and Common Data Questions (CDQs), which have different marking schemes.
- The GATE CSE exam also has a cutoff score, which is the minimum score required to qualify for admissions or job opportunities.

Understanding the marking scheme for the GATE CSE exam helps candidates strategize their approach to maximize their scores. It is important to read the instructions carefully and attempt the questions accordingly.