The GATE 2026 TF (Textile Engineering and Fibre Science) question paper with solution pdf IS available here, scheduled for slot 1 on February 7th from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. 

The GATE 2026 TF paper was conducted for a total of 100 marks, with 15 marks from general aptitude and 13 from Engineering Mathematics. 72 marks come from Textile and fibre science core subjects. 

The TF question paper for GATE 2026 was considered moderately difficult. A score of approximately 60-75 out of 100 is needed to be ranked among the top 100. 

GATE 2026 TF Question Paper with Solution PDF (Memory Based)

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Question 1:

The twist per inch (TPI) of a yarn primarily affects its:

  • (A) Fineness
  • (B) Strength
  • (C) Length
  • (D) Moisture regain

Question 2:

Which fibre has the highest moisture regain under standard atmospheric conditions?

  • (A) Cotton
  • (B) Wool
  • (C) Polyester
  • (D) Nylon

Question 3:

In plain weave fabric, the repeat size is:

  • (A) \(1 \times 1\)
  • (B) \(2 \times 2\)
  • (C) \(3 \times 3\)
  • (D) \(4 \times 4\)

Question 4:

The strength of a yarn is commonly expressed in terms of:

  • (A) Tenacity
  • (B) Elongation
  • (C) Evenness
  • (D) Crimp

Question 5:

The main purpose of scouring in cotton processing is to remove:

  • (A) Natural coloring matter
  • (B) Waxes and impurities
  • (C) Lignin
  • (D) Synthetic finishes

Question 6:

Which spinning system produces yarn directly from sliver without roving?

  • (A) Ring spinning
  • (B) Rotor spinning
  • (C) Mule spinning
  • (D) Cap spinning

Question 7:

Polyester fibre is manufactured by the process of:

  • (A) Wet spinning
  • (B) Dry spinning
  • (C) Melt spinning
  • (D) Gel spinning

GATE 2026 Question Paper