Do I need GATE for the part-time programmes?
No, GATE is required only for full-time students getting assistantship from the Institute. • What is the selection procedure? Based on your application, you will be called for a test and interview. The written test is technical and objective, and will test your familiarity with basic computer science subjects — programming, data structures, discrete mathematics and logic, programming languages and compilation, theory, algorithms design and analysis, operating systems and other systems software, networks, architecture, etc. • What is the duration of the course? Normally 4 semesters for a full-time student and 6 semesters for a part-time student • What is the fee structure? The same. • Are there any classes conducted? Will these be on Saturdays and Sundays only? Yes, of course, classes are conducted. These are conducted at the usual times on weekdays. You need to attend these classes, and be present. Part-time programmes are not remote programmes. The only other “concession” for the pa