Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
IIITH PGEE is the independent entrance examination conducted by IIIT Hyderabad, recognized as India's foremost institution for Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence research. Unlike most institutes that rely solely on GATE, IIITH conducts PGEE to evaluate programming logic, discrete mathematics, and problem-solving.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 100 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: General Aptitude | Basic Aptitude, Math, Reasoning | 50 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Paper 2: Subject Paper (CS / ECE) | Core Algorithms, Data Structures, OS, Networks, Math | 50 Marks | 90 Minutes |
+1 mark per question. No negative marking in Paper 1; Paper 2 evaluated only if Paper 1 clears the cutoff.
Negative Marking Rule: No negative marking
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Selection involves qualifying the written test followed by a technical coding and academic interview for MS candidates.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Does IIIT Hyderabad require GATE for M.Tech admissions?
No, IIIT Hyderabad does not use GATE scores for regular M.Tech/MS admissions; clearing IIITH PGEE is the mandatory admission route.
Related Examinations & Pathways
Explore other national, state-level, or professional examinations in this discipline.
JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination Main)
The largest engineering entrance exam in India with over 14 lakh candidates annually. Serves as the single gateway for admission into 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and ~38 GFTIs, and serves as the qualifying screening test for the top ~2.5 lakh candidates to appear in JEE Advanced for the 23 IITs.
JEE Advanced (IIT Entrance)
Widely considered one of the most intellectually demanding undergraduate entrance examinations in the world. Tests deep conceptual physics, multi-concept mathematical calculus, and intricate reaction mechanisms. The sole gateway to all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
BITSAT (BITS Pilani Admission Test)
Speed and accuracy based entrance exam for admission into B.E., B.Pharm, and M.Sc Integrated degrees across BITS Pilani (Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses). Features 130 core questions plus 12 unique bonus questions for candidates who finish early.