Hello,

Yes, you as a Bachelor of Science graduate in home science can appear for the GATE 2026 exam, as the eligibility criteria include graduates from "Science" and other fields, as well as those in the 3rd year or higher of an undergraduate program.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Yes, a B.Sc. Home Science graduate can apply for GATE 2026, but it depends on which paper you want to appear for. According to the updated eligibility, candidates from Science, Arts, Commerce and Humanities streams are also allowed. Since Home Science comes under Science, you are eligible.

However, you should carefully check the list of GATE papers because eligibility also depends on the subject you select. For example, you can go for options like Life Sciences (XL), Environmental Science and Engineering (ES), Humanities & Social Sciences (XH), etc. So yes, you are eligible, but make sure to choose the paper that matches your background.

To be eligible for GATE EXAM you must have completed a 3 year ug degree in science, commerce, and arts.

so you are eligible,you should apply for the GATE Life Sciences (XL) paper, which aligns well with the subjects in your Home Science degree.

All the best..