What's the best way to prepare for the written test and interview for the IIT Madras MS(R) program in Mechanical Engineering?

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Shree Gupta · Accepted Answer

So, you're aiming for the MS(R) program at IIT Madras? Awesome! Based on what my friends at IIT Madras have shared, here’s how you can prep:

Written Test:

Stick to the GATE syllabus. They won't ask anything outside of it.
Focus on key areas like Strength of Materials (SOM), Theory of Machines (TOM), design, manufacturing, and thermal engineering.
Expect some compulsory math questions in the online test. They're usually straightforward, not too tough like GATE, but can be a bit tricky.
The test is multiple-choice, with about 15 questions, and you get 30 minutes.

Interview:

Results are usually out by the next evening, and interviews are the day after.
The panel usually has 4-5 members, and there’s almost always someone keen on math.
Like the written test, the interview covers your areas of expertise, your chosen field, and some math.
Be ready for them to try and confuse you! Know your B.Tech major and minor projects inside out.

If you have work experience, be familiar with what you do. They’ll ask questions based on your work. Otherwise, expect basic questions. Good luck!

Its a Question about your future!