GATE 2027 · Paper code: PH

GATE Physics Syllabus

The official GATE Physics (PH) syllabus is organised around the following subjects. The Section A core is compulsory for every candidate, alongside the General Aptitude (GA) section common to all GATE papers.

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Subjects covered

Mathematical Physics

Classical Mechanics

Electromagnetic Theory

Quantum Mechanics

Thermodynamics & Statistical Physics

Atomic & Molecular Physics

Solid State Physics

Electronics

Nuclear & Particle Physics

General Aptitude (GA)

Common to all GATE papers — verbal aptitude, quantitative aptitude, analytical aptitude and spatial aptitude. Carries 15 marks (10 questions).

Reference: official GATE Physics (PH) brochure published by the organising institute (IIT/IISc) on the GATE 2026/2027 portal. For sub-topics under each subject, please download the official syllabus PDF linked above.