🏅 Topper Performance
All‑India Rank 1 in AR was secured with a raw score of 83 out of 100, which was normalized to the perfect GATE score of 1000.
📋 Qualifying Cutoff Marks (Minimum Raw Scores)
| Category | Minimum Marks (Raw, out of 100) |
|---|---|
| General | 40 |
| OBC‑NCL / EWS | 36 |
| SC / ST / PwD | 26.6 |
📈 Expected Score-to-Rank Relationship
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A raw score of 83 corresponded to the top rank (AIR 1) in AR 2025 GATE 2025.
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Scores in the 70–75+ range are considered excellent and typically associated with rank positions 1–5.
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Raw scores around 60–70 generally translate to ranks between 6 and 25.
✅ Strategic Insights & Preparation Tips
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To aim for AIR 1, target a raw score of 80+, ideally around 83.
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Ensure you meet the minimum qualifying thresholds: General ≥40, OBC/EWS ≥36, SC/ST/PwD ≥26.6.
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A raw score of 60–70 positions you competitively, typically within the top 25.
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Focus deep practice on high-yield topics such as Architectural Design, Urban Planning, and Building Sciences.
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Consistently attempt full-length timed mock exams to build speed, accuracy, and section-wise balance.
🔑 Final Recap
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AIR 1 Topper (AR 2025): Raw score = 83 → normalized 1000.
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Qualifying Raw Marks: General = 40; OBC/EWS = 36; SC/ST/PwD = 26.6.
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Score Ranges:
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≥75 → likely AIR 1–5
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60–70 → likely AIR 6–25
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Strategic preparation aligned with these benchmark ranges can significantly boost your performance and readiness for the GATE Architecture & Planning exam.
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