There are numerous reasons to take up GATE. Some of them are listed below: - To pursue M.E./ M.Tech./ M.Sc. Engg. program in one of the leading institutes of the country. - Master's degree leads to a specialization and cultivates and brings out the best of your interest in a certain area which may lead to research/ Ph.D. - More domain specific companies are coming for on campus recruitment in leading Institutes. - Higher salary is offered to a student holding a Master's degree as compared to one holding a B.E. - Master's degree is a must have for those wishing to apply for Faculty/Research positions in educational Institutes and most of the R&D centers. - Scholarship of Rs 8000/- is paid during masters course, allowing one to live an independent life. - GATE qualified candidates are also eligible for the award of Junior Research Fellowship in CSIR Laboratories and CSIR sponsored projects. - Some Government organizations (e.g. BARC) prescribe GATE qualification as a requirement. - Based on the GATE score, some of the foreign university (Like NTU, Singapore) offers Ph.D. position without any GRE score. - Most importantly, to be a part of a Premier Institutes and enjoy learning and research in a conducive ambiance. - One gets intellectual satisfaction of working in the area of interest. - Last but not the least, Master course changes the individual'_x009d_s thought process; teaches them the approach to solve a problem in the totally new & challenging environment.