IIT Roorkee published GATE 2025 syllabus for Statistics (ST) paper with other subjects as well. As of previous year, no such changes were introduced in the syllabus. The core paper has a weightage of 85 marks and the General Aptitude has 15 marks weightage. The time allotted for completion of the full paper is 3 hours.
The Statistics (ST) paper includes 10 core topics. Out of these, Probability and Calculus have the highest weightage of 20% and 15% respectively. Multivariate Analysis, Stochastic Processes, and Matrix Theory are some other important topics with 8-10% weightage of questions.
As per the “Two Paper Combinations” proposed during GATE 2024 examination, candidates appearing for the Statistics paper can also sit for:
- Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)
- Mathematics (MA)
- Humanities and Social Science (XH)
The syllabus is vast, and candidates need to prepare right away for the 2025 examination. We advise students not to skip any topics. For now, it is better to focus on the Probability, and Calculus parts as they carry the highest weightage as aforementioned. After completing these two topics, students can focus on other topics.
The overall difficulty of the paper stands on the moderate to tough side, and questions from Probability are claimed to be slightly difficult than other topics. However with the best preparation strategy, candidates can ace the paper. “Programmed Statistics” by BL Agarwal, and "Probability and Statistics For Engineers” by Irwin Miller, John E Freund, and Richard A. Johnson can be considered to ace the above said topics. Apart from this, solving previous year's questions can be a great advantage to understand in depth weightage of topics plus difficulty level.
Is GATE 2025 Syllabus of Statistics (ST) Released?
The syllabus of Statistics with other 29 subjects released by IIT Roorkee at their portal, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. No changes were introduced in both General Aptitude as well as core Statistics topics. Students can download official syllabus for the 2025 examination here:
| Papers | Download Link |
|---|---|
| General 2025 Aptitude Syllabus | Download PDF |
| GATE 2025 Statistics Syllabus | Download PDF |
| Table of Contents |
How Marks are Distributed in GATE Statistics Paper?
Candidates appearing for the Statistics paper also need to appear for the General Aptitude. Let’s see the weightage, questions, marks distribution for both papers.
| Sections | Number of Questions | Weightage | Marks Allotted | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude | 10 (5 questions of 1 mark each, 5 questions of 2 marks each) | 15% | 15 |
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| Statistics | 55 (25 questions of 1 mark each, 30 questions of 2 marks each) | 85% | 85 | |
| Total | 65 | - | 100 |
What Type of Questions Are Asked in GATE Statistics Paper?
Only MCQ type of question comes in General Aptitude paper, and both MCQ and NAT type of questions come in Statistics. The negative marking implies only for the MCQ type of questions.
What are the Core Topics in Statistics Paper?
The GATE statistics paper covers key concepts at the graduate level. The 9 core topics of Statistics along with General Aptitude have been tabulated below:
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Aptitude |
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| Statistics |
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Which Topic in Statistics Paper Has Highest Weightage?
Total 9 core topics are included in GATE Statistics syllabus. The weightage in percentage of some important topics in the Statistics portion is as follows:
| Topic | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Probability | 20% |
| Calculus | 15% |
| Multivariate Analysis | 10% |
| Matrix Theory | 8% |
| Stochastic Processes | 8% |
| Estimation | 8% |
| Testing of Hypotheses | 8% |
| Regression Analysis | 8% |
What are the Golden Rules by GATE AIR 1: Sinchan Snigdha Adhikary
In 2024’s exam, Sinchan Snigdha Adhikary became GATE AIR-1 candidate for the Statistics paper with 89.67 raw marks out of 100. Let’s check the golden rules mandated by him:
- Get acquainted with the full syllabus and exam pattern. Understanding the syllabus and having clear concepts of all topics is the main priority.
- Solving all previous year's question papers regularly should not be stopped, especially before 2-3 months of examination. Candidates are also advised to solve GATE mock tests.
- Check YouTube and search for the best creators and lecturers giving strategic plans for Statistics. Choose the creator that matches your synergy and boost your preparation.
- Do not skip any topics, especially Probability, Calculus, and Multivariate Analysis.
- Jot down important notes and understand what are your strong and weak points. For example, while revising after completing a sub-topic, check how long you can remember it.
- Keep a habit of writing down the insights of the topics always after revising it.
Where Can I Get Previous Years’ Question Papers of Statistics?
Candidates can download the previous years’ practice papers and answer key PDFs of GATE statistics paper:
| Year | Download Link |
|---|---|
| GATE 2024 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF | Check Here |
| GATE 2023 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF | Check Here |
| GATE 2022 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF | Check Here |
| GATE 2021 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF | Check Here |
| GATE 2020 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF | Check Here |
| GATE 2019 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF | Check Here |
What are Some Recommended Books for GATE Statistics Syllabus?
It is advisable to start preparing a minimum of 6 months before the exam so plenty of time is available to appear for mock tests. Candidates can check out the following books to kick-start their preparation. Here are some best-recommended books covering in-depth analysis of the topics of Statistics:.
| Name of the Book | Author/ Publishing House |
|---|---|
| Probability and Statistics For Engineers | Miller and Freund |
| An Introduction to Multivariate Statistical Analysis | T.W. Anderson |
| The Foundations of Statistics | Leonard J. Savage |
| Probability and Statistics | Schaum’s Outline Series |
| Mathematical Statistics and Data Analysis (3rd Edition) | John A. Rice |
| Introduction to Probability Theories | P.G. Hoel, S.C. Port, C.J. Stone |
| Introduction to Probability Models | Sheldon M. Ross |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. Will there be any changes in the GATE 2025 Statistics syllabus compared to previous years?
Ans. GATE 2025 Statistics syllabus released by IIT Roorkee on their official website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. There is no changes introduced in the syllabus as of previous year.
Ques. How many questions are asked from the Statistics syllabus in the GATE exam?
Ans. The GATE exam typically consists of 65 questions, with 10 for general aptitude and 55 for statistics. Out of the statistics syllabus, probability has the highest weightage of 20%.
Ques. Is GATE 2024 Statistics question paper released?
Ans. The official released the Statistics question paper along with the answer key for 2024’s examination. The overall difficulty of the said year’s exam was reported to be moderate to tough.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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