GATE-PH

Physics Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of 34 chapters with 152 previous year questions. Explore priority-sorted content and weightage analytics.

34
Chapters
152
Total Questions
PYQ
Years Covered

Chapters

Sorted by Questions
medium Yield

General Physics

High-Yield Trend

24
2023
Topics 0
Questions 24
medium Yield

Quantum Mechanics

High-Yield Trend

9
2025
10
2023
4
2021
Topics 0
Questions 23
low Yield

Nuclear Physics

High-Yield Trend

1
2026
6
2025
4
2023
Topics 0
Questions 11
low Yield

Thermodynamics

High-Yield Trend

1
2026
4
2025
5
2023
Topics 0
Questions 10
low Yield

Electro Dynamics

High-Yield Trend

1
2026
6
2025
Topics 0
Questions 7
low Yield

Mechanics

High-Yield Trend

1
2026
6
2025
Topics 0
Questions 7
low Yield

Electromagnetic Waves

High-Yield Trend

6
2023
Topics 0
Questions 6
low Yield

Magnetic Effects Of Current And Magnetism

High-Yield Trend

6
2025
Topics 0
Questions 6
low Yield

Solid State

High-Yield Trend

6
2023
Topics 0
Questions 6
low Yield

Atomic Physics

High-Yield Trend

1
2026
2
2025
2
2021
Topics 0
Questions 5
low Yield

Electric Charge

High-Yield Trend

4
2024
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Electrical Circuits

High-Yield Trend

4
2025
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Electrostatics And Work Done By Electric Field

High-Yield Trend

4
2025
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Magnetism And Matter

High-Yield Trend

4
2024
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Thermodynamic And Statistical Physics

High-Yield Trend

4
2021
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Rotational Motion

High-Yield Trend

3
2025
Topics 0
Questions 3
low Yield

Superconductivity

High-Yield Trend

1
2026
2
2025
Topics 0
Questions 3
low Yield

Lattices

High-Yield Trend

2
2025
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Logic Gates

High-Yield Trend

2
2025
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Normalization

High-Yield Trend

2
2025
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Waves And Oscillations

High-Yield Trend

2
2024
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Canonical Transformations

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Color Models

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Conservation Of Energy

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Decay Rate

High-Yield Trend

1
2024
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Electrical Circuits And Shunt Resistance

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Electromagnetic Field Emf

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Electromagnetic Wave Propagation

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Ideal Gases

High-Yield Trend

1
2024
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Position Of Fermi Energy Level

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Potential Energy Curve

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Radiation Detection

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Transistors

High-Yield Trend

1
2024
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Wave Motion

High-Yield Trend

1
2025
Topics 0
Questions 1

About Physics for GATE-PH

Scoring high in Physics is crucial for clearing the GATE-PH cut-offs. Our chapter-wise breakdown helps you understand exactly which topics have historically carried the most weightage in the exam.

By practicing Physics previous year questions, you can familiarize yourself with the recurring concepts, difficulty level, and framing of questions. We recommend starting your revision with the chapters that have the highest number of PYQs listed above.

Physics Preparation FAQs

How is the Physics section structured in GATE-PH?

The Physics section tests your fundamental understanding and application of concepts. Reviewing the PYQs will give you a clear picture of the theoretical vs numerical ratio and the depth of knowledge required.

Which chapters should I prioritize in Physics?

The chapters are already sorted by the number of questions asked in previous years. Focus your initial preparation on the chapters at the top of the list, as they historically yield the most marks.