Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Basic Concepts, Systems and State
Chapter 2: First Law: Energy, Enthalpy
Chapter 3: Second Law and Entropy
Chapter 4: Properties of Pure Substances
Chapter 5: Thermodynamic Relations
Chapter 6: Thermodynamic Cycles
Chapter 7: Ideal Gas Mixtures

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics)?

The Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) syllabus has 7 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official GATE portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Engineering Sciences (Thermodynamics) study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.