CII-iPATE Exam

Have you completed your undergraduate degree in engineering and want to explore jobs in the public sector? There are various recruitment exams which Engineering graduates can appear for after completing their bachelor’s degree. One such exam is CII-iPATE, i.e. Industrial Aptitude Test for Engineers. With iPATE scores, you can apply for job vacancies under companies and organeisations affiliated with the Confederation of Indian Industries. Want more information on the iPATE exam, it’s syllabus and notifications for the year 2023? This blog brings you a detailed guide on CII-iPATE exam pattern, syllabus, registration process and exam dates for 2023.

What is iPATE?

The iPATE or the Industrial Proficiency Aptitude Test for Engineers is a technical recruitment process conducted by the Confederation of Indian Industries for recruiting Engineering graduates. The score cards of qualifying candidates are shared directly with Indian recruiting companies, who will then directly call the candidate for interviews based on their score and rank. The exam aims to test the knowledge proficiency and technical skills of engineering students in their area of expertise, so that they can get relevant employment opportunities. The major areas of opportunities involve both the private and public sector. iPATE allows engineering graduates to exhibit their professional skills and advance themselves towards finding a place in renowned companies across India. 

iPATE Syllabus

To prepare efficiently for the test, prospective candidates must know the main areas and topics they will be tested on. This will help them increase their chances of getting a higher score and simultaneously being considered for recruitment by top-notch industries. The iPATE syllabus is divided into three sections as follows. 

Exam Pattern

Along with the syllabus, you must also be familiar with the exam pattern to understand the type of questions and marking scheme. The following table elucidates the exam pattern of the iPATE exam. 

Note: The third category of the test consists of questions from your chosen engineering stream.

Eligibility Criteria

To facilitate an efficient recruitment process of shortlisting qualified engineers, only candidates with an engineering background are eligible to appear for this examination. Take a look at the eligible degree qualifications you must have to undertake the iPATE exam:

• A 4-year B.E or B.Tech degree in any engineering field. Students in the last year of their degrees are also eligible to appear for the exam.
• A B.E or B.Tech 3 year program after completion of a B.Sc or Diploma in Engineering
• A 5-year B.Arch  course or a 4-year degree in Naval Architecture or a 4-year degree in Planning.
• Professional Society Examinations which are equal to B.E. or B.Tech or B.Arch and are approved by MHRD, UPSC and AICTE.

Application Process

Now, let’s take a look at the quintessential steps you need to fulfil to apply for the iPATE exam: 

• Filling of Online Registration Form: Go to the official website and click  “Register Online”. You have to submit some essential details which includes your: Full Name, Email, Phone Number, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Communication Address, Gender, Upload Color Photograph, Upload Signature. You also need to mention all of your academic qualifications and details. 
• Payment of Application Fee: Candidates have to submit their fee in online mode through credit/debit card or internet banking. The total fee for iPATE is currently Rs 1500. 

Examination Centres 

Here is a complete list of iPATE examination centres that you can choose from while submitting your application form:

Important Dates 

Important Dates of CII iPATE 2023 are listed below:

FAQs

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