NIT Warangal free 8-week coaching for GATE 2026 commences from 17 November

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal begins its free, eight-week GATE 2026 coaching program today, November 17, 2025. This critical initiative, launched under the SC-ST Cell, aims to significantly improve participation and success rates in the competitive Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) among students, particularly those from underrepresented groups. The program is open to B.Tech. 3rd and 4th-year students from NIT Warangal and neighbouring colleges. Classes run until January 9, 2026, featuring evening sessions and mandatory weekly assessments to ensure comprehensive preparation for the February 2026 exam.

For engineering students across India, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is the single most important examination for unlocking opportunities in postgraduate education—specifically M.Tech. admissions at prestigious institutions like the IITs and NITs—and securing coveted positions in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). Recognizing the significant financial and academic hurdles that often restrict access to high-quality coaching, especially for students from underrepresented groups, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal has launched a commendable and crucial initiative. The institute's eight-week, complimentary GATE 2026 coaching program commences today, November 17, 2025, and will run through January 9, 2026. This initiative, spearheaded by the NIT Warangal SC-ST Cell, is a direct effort to provide high-quality, structured preparation, thereby leveling the playing field and driving greater success rates in postgraduate engineering studies for the upcoming GATE 2026 examination.

​ Program Structure and Key Eligibility Details

​The free coaching program is meticulously designed to provide intensive, focused preparation without disrupting the participants’ regular academic schedules. It targets the crucial period leading up to the GATE 2026 exam, which is scheduled for February 2026.

• ​Eligibility and Outreach:
  • ​The program is open to B.Tech. 3rd and 4th-year students from any branch of Engineering.
  • ​The scope includes students from NIT Warangal itself and those enrolled in neighbouring engineering colleges in and around the Warangal region.
  • ​While the initiative is managed by the SC-ST Cell, it is often extended to students from all categories to broaden outreach, but its core mission remains focused on supporting underrepresented communities.
• ​Schedule and Duration: 
  • ​Start Date: November 17, 2025 (Monday).
  • ​End Date: January 9, 2026.
  • ​Duration: A focused, eight-week program.
  • ​Class Timings: Classes will be held on the NIT Warangal campus every evening from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, excluding Sundays. This evening slot is intentionally chosen to allow students to attend their regular college classes without conflict.
• ​Application and Entry: 
  • ​Interested candidates had to download the application form from the official NIT Warangal website and submit it along with necessary documents (including SSC certificate, College ID card, Caste certificate if applicable, and GATE 2025 application if applicable) to the SC-ST Cell office.
  • ​Admitted students will be issued a mandatory ID card for access to the campus and classrooms, ensuring security and adherence to campus rules.

​Commitment and Assessment: Key to Success

​The coaching program goes beyond simple lectures by integrating a strict discipline and assessment regimen, ensuring that participants remain engaged and can track their progress effectively over the two-month period. Success in this program is highly correlated with dedication and attendance.

• ​Mandatory Attendance Policy:
  • ​Strict Attendance: Regular attendance is strictly monitored, underscoring the seriousness of the program.
  • ​Cancellation Clause: Students missing four consecutive classes face mandatory cancellation of their admission to the program, freeing up the seat for a waitlisted aspirant.
  • ​Recognition: High achievers who maintain 90% or above attendance will be specially recognized at the conclusion of the course, reinforcing the value of sustained effort.
• ​Weekly Performance Assessments:
  • ​Regular Tests: Weekly assessments and practice tests will be conducted on campus after each session.
  • ​Feedback Mechanism: These tests are crucial for providing students with timely feedback on their preparedness, identifying weak areas, and simulating the actual GATE exam environment.
  • ​Awards: Top performers in the weekly tests across each engineering faculty will be awarded and recognized for their current performance, providing motivational incentives.
• ​Holistic Learning Environment:
  • ​The coaching will be delivered by experienced faculty from NIT Warangal, ensuring high-quality, in-depth coverage of core GATE subjects.
  • ​Sessions will focus not only on foundational concepts but also on problem-solving shortcuts and strategies specific to the objective-type and numerical answer-type questions in the GATE exam.

 Why GATE Success Matters for Underrepresented Aspirants

​The ultimate objective of this free coaching, as emphasized by NIT Warangal, is to bridge the educational gap and provide a clear pathway for students, particularly those from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, to advance their careers.

• ​Access to Top-Tier PG Education: A high GATE score is mandatory for admission to M.Tech. and Ph.D. programs at IITs, NITs, and IIITs, often accompanied by a monthly stipend (MHRD/AICTE scholarship), which makes advanced education financially viable.
• ​PSU Recruitment Gateway: Many prominent Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) like IOCL, ONGC, NTPC, and BHEL utilize the GATE score as the primary criterion for their initial recruitment shortlisting, offering high-paying, stable career opportunities in government sectors.
• ​Boosting Representation: By focusing the outreach on underrepresented groups and neighbouring regional colleges, NIT Warangal aims to directly increase the diversity and overall success rate of these communities in the competitive national arena of postgraduate engineering studies.
• ​Foundation for Research: GATE preparation builds a solid foundation in core engineering principles, essential not only for the M.Tech. program but also for aspiring researchers seeking a career in academia or advanced industrial R&D roles.

​Conclusion

​The commencement of the NIT Warangal free GATE 2026 coaching program today marks a significant step toward inclusive excellence in engineering education. This eight-week intensive program, running until January 9, 2026, offers a precious, cost-free opportunity for B.Tech. students to receive expert guidance and structured preparation for the GATE exam. For the registered participants, the mantra for the next two months must be commitment and consistency. By adhering to the strict attendance policy and leveraging the weekly assessments, aspirants can significantly enhance their chances of cracking GATE 2026, thereby securing their future in prestigious postgraduate programs or sought-after PSU roles.

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