GATE Physics Syllabus

Vector calculus, linear vector space, matrices, similarity transformations, eigen values, eigen vectors, linear differential equations, complex analysis, Laplace transform, Fourier analysis, tensors.

Lagrangian formulation, D'Alembert's principle, Euler-Lagrange equation, central force motion, Hamiltonian, rigid body dynamics, special theory of relativity.

Electrostatic and magnetostatic problems, Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves, Poynting theorem.

Schrodinger equation, Dirac Bra-Ket notation, quantum systems, angular momentum, time independent perturbation theory.

Laws of thermodynamics, ensembles, partition function, phase transitions.

Spectra of atoms and molecules, electric dipole transitions, lasers.

Crystallography, thermal properties, band theory of solids, superconductivity.

Semiconductors, operational amplifiers, digital logic circuits.

Nuclear models, conservation laws, particle accelerators.