Hi,

Your son's GATE 2025 score of 26.73 in Computer Science (CS) is below the expected qualifying cutoff for general category candidates, which is approximately 27.6.  Qualifying the GATE exam is a prerequisite for admission to postgraduate programs in Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and National Institutes of Technology (NITs). Therefore, with a score below the qualifying cutoff, securing admission to IITs or NITs for an M.Tech in Computer Science would not be feasible.

However, there are alternative pathways to consider:

1. State and Private Universities : Several state and private universities in India offer postgraduate programs in Computer Science and may have their own entrance examinations or consider GATE scores below the national qualifying mark. It's advisable to research individual university admission criteria and apply accordingly.

2. Improving GATE Score : Your son can consider reappearing for the GATE exam next year after thorough preparation to achieve a higher score, thereby enhancing his chances of securing admission to premier institutes.

May this will help you!!!