Allowed calculators for GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)
📍 India📚 IIT (Indian Institutes of Technology)📅 Updated: 2025-10-01
Personal calculators are NOT allowed. GATE provides a virtual on-screen scientific calculator during the computer-based examination. Candidates cannot bring their own calculators.
Official Sources:
✗Banned Calculators
Banned
Casio fx-83GT X
scientific
BannedCasio fx-85GT X
scientific
BannedCasio fx-991EX ClassWiz
scientific
BannedTexas Instruments TI-30XS MultiView
scientific
BannedTexas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE
graphing
BannedTexas Instruments TI-Nspire CX II
graphing
BannedTexas Instruments TI-Nspire CX II CAS
graphing
BannedCasio fx-CG50
graphing
BannedHP HP Prime
graphing
BannedCasio fx-9860GIII
graphing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a graphing calculator in GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)?
Generally no. Most GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) exams do not permit graphing calculators. Check the official rules.
How do I make my calculator exam-ready?
Clear all memory and stored programs before the exam. Some calculators have an "exam mode" - activate this if required. Check with your exam invigilator for specific requirements.
Where can I verify these rules?
Always check the official exam board websites (linked above). Calculator rules can change, so verify before your exam day.