GATE Mining Engineering (MN) Syllabus 2026 - Subject Wise Complete Guide | Indian Minerology

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GATE Mining Engineering (MN) Syllabus 2026 - Subject Wise Complete Guide

GATE Mining Engineering (MN) Syllabus 2026
Subject-Wise Complete Guide for MN Paper

IIT Guwahati GATE 2026 | Official Syllabus | Topic-wise Breakdown | Preparation Strategy

📚 Jump to Core Syllabus

🎯 GATE MN 2026 Exam Overview

  • Organizing IIT: IIT Guwahati
  • Total Marks: 100 (15 GA + 85 Technical)
  • Core Mining Subjects: 72-75% weightage
  • Question Types: MCQ, MSQ, NAT
  • Exam Duration: 3 Hours

📊 Section 1: General Aptitude (15 Marks)

TopicSubtopicsWeightage
Verbal AptitudeReading comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary5-6 Marks
Quantitative AptitudeData interpretation, Ratios, Percentages5-6 Marks
Analytical AptitudeLogical reasoning, Spatial aptitude3-4 Marks

🧮 Section 2: Engineering Mathematics (13 Marks)

TopicKey Subtopics
Linear AlgebraMatrix theory, Eigenvalues, Systems of equations
CalculusFunctions, Limits, Continuity, Differentiation
Vector CalculusGradient, Divergence, Curl, Line integrals
Differential Equations1st order, Higher order, PDEs
Probability & StatisticsMean, Variance, Distributions, Hypothesis testing
Numerical MethodsSolutions of equations, Interpolation
Complex VariablesAnalytic functions, Cauchy’s theorem

⛏️ Core Mining Engineering Syllabus (72 Marks)

High Weightage Subjects: Mining Methods (12-15%), Geomechanics (10-12%), Ventilation (8-10%)

Mining Geology, Mine Development & Surveying

  • Geological structures, Mineralogy, Petrology
  • Mine development: Shafts, drifts, crosscuts
  • Surveying: Theodolite, Leveling, Correlation
  • Subsidence engineering, Remote sensing

Geomechanics & Ground Control

TopicKey Concepts
Rock PropertiesStrength, Stress-strain, Rheology
Ground ControlStrata control, Roof falls, Support design
Rock MechanicsElasticity, Plasticity, Failure criteria

Mining Methods & Machinery

  • Surface mining: Dragline, Shovel, Bucket wheel
  • Underground: Longwall, Bord & Pillar, Blast hole
  • Machinery: Selection, Operation, Maintenance
  • Productivity, Safety in machinery operation

Surface & Underground Environment

  • Ventilation: Natural, Mechanical, Auxiliary
  • Mine gases: Detection, Monitoring systems
  • Dust control, Noise, Illumination standards
  • Firedamp, Inertisation, Rescue apparatus

Deep Excavation, Safety & Legislation

TopicKey Areas
BlastingExplosives, Design, Safety
SafetyRegulations, Risk assessment
LawsMMDRA 1957, CMR 2017

Mineral Economics & Project Management

  • Reserve estimation, Sampling techniques
  • Cost analysis, Break-even, NPV, IRR
  • Project scheduling: PERT, CPM
  • Contract management, Tendering

📈 Subject-Wise Expected Weightage

SubjectExpected Marks
Mining Methods & Machinery12-15
Geomechanics10-12
Ventilation & Environment8-10
Surveying & Geology8-10
Safety & Legislation7-9
Economics & Management5-7

🔥 Pro Tips for GATE MN 2026:

  • Focus 60% on Mining Methods + Geomechanics
  • Practice 50+ PYQs daily
  • Master numericals from Ventilation & Surveying
🎯 Take MN Syllabus Quiz

Updated: Jan 2026 | For GATE 2026 Aspirants | By Indian Minerology

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