To crack the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) the candidate should have good understanding of the basic concepts. While solving GATE problem, students must have balance between speed & accuracy. Following are some tips which will help you in cracking the examination:

Study the syllabus pattern in depth
Create a weekly study schedule
Practice questions everyday so you do not get out of touch of the topic
Study from books designed for GATE preparation
Practice your calculation and approximation skills
Solve sample year/previous year papers
Revise any topic you feel is your weak point
Practice any applications for a given formulae
Prepare for the General Aptitude section from any GATE book