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Overview
Civil Hand Notes is a GATE preparation app for civil engineering students. We built the complete product for the client: the Android app, an admin dashboard to run the business, a landing website and the backend for orders and subscriptions.
What students get in the app: • Handwritten notes for every GATE civil engineering subject, organised by course and chapter • A built-in PDF reader, so notes open instantly inside the app • Free chapters to try, with the rest unlocked through a subscription plan • Subject-wise quizzes with a test screen, timer and a score summary at the end • Search across all courses and chapters • One-tap sign-in with Google • Push notifications plus an in-app notification inbox with unread badges • In-app plan purchase with secure online payments and coupon codes
What the client gets behind the scenes: • An admin dashboard to manage users, subscriptions, orders, coupons and plans • Content management for courses, chapters, notes, quizzes and the home screen carousel • Chapter access controls, so any chapter can be made free or locked in one click • Notifications sent from the dashboard straight to every student's phone • A responsive layout, so the dashboard works on a phone or tablet too
Built with React Native for the app, Next.js for the admin dashboard, Node.js for the order backend, Firebase for sign-in, data, storage and notifications, and Cloudinary for course images. The app is live on Google Play with 5,000+ downloads.
About Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep
Civil Engineering Hand Notes for GATE Exam is an independent study resource designed for Civil Engineering students preparing for the GATE examination. This app offers:
✅ Detailed Handwritten Notes – Independently prepared notes designed to help students understand key concepts. ✅ Subject-wise and Chapter-wise Organization – Notes are systematically arranged by subject and chapter, making studying efficient. ✅ Previous Years’ Questions – A curated collection of past exam questions to provide practice and insight into the GATE exam format.
📢 Disclaimer: "This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any government entity, IITs, NPTEL, or the official GATE authorities. The content is independently created based on publicly available resources and educational materials."
Whether you are preparing for the GATE exam or reinforcing your civil engineering knowledge, this app is a privately developed educational resource. Equip yourself with the tools needed to excel in your exams with clarity and confidence.
What's new
Version 1.3.9 · May 14, 2026Fixed minor bugs on the Payment page.
Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep FAQ
Is Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep free?
Yes. Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep is free to download on Google Play.
Is Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep available on iPhone?
Not yet. Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep is currently available on Android phones through Google Play.
Who makes Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep?
Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep was built by PNT Apps for Civil Hand Notes. PNT Apps is an app development studio from India.
When was Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.9, was released on May 14, 2026.
Can PNT Apps build an app like Civil Hand Notes - GATE Prep for me?
Yes. PNT Apps designs and builds custom iOS, Android and web apps for clients worldwide, from first idea to store launch. Tell us about your project for a free estimate.
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