Update The official GATE 2026 notification is released. IIT Guwahati will conduct the exam. Read this post for exam dates, eligibility criteria, application steps (GOAPS), fees, and important deadlines.
Key Highlights
Conducting Body: IIT GuwahatiOfficial site / GOAPS: gate2026.iitg.ac.in Registration Opens: 25 August 2025Exam Dates: 7, 8, 14 & 15 February 2026Result Date: 19 March 2026
Note: Always check the official GATE 2026 site for the latest instructions and document specifications before applying.
Important Dates — At a Glance
Event Date
Registration starts (GOAPS) 25 Aug 2025 Last date (without late fee) 25 Sep 2025 Last date (with late fee) 06 Oct 2025 Admit card available Jan–Feb 2026 (check official site) Exam dates 7, 8, 14 & 15 Feb 2026 Answer keys (provisional) Feb–Mar 2026 Result declaration 19 Mar 2026
Eligibility — Who Can Apply?
GATE has broad eligibility. Typically eligible candidates include:
Students in the 3rd (or higher) year of undergraduate degree programs in engineering/technology/architecture.
Graduates (B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./B.Sc./etc.) in relevant disciplines.
Final year students and already-qualified degree holders can apply — check the official notification for precise eligibility per paper/discipline.
Tip: If you are unsure about eligibility for a specific paper (XE, XL, etc.), check the official GATE 2026 brochure on the GOAPS site.
How to Apply — Step-by-step (GOAPS)
Visit the official portal: gate2026.iitg.ac.in .
Click Registration / GOAPS and create an account (you will get an Enrollment ID).
Login with your Enrollment ID & password and fill personal, academic and paper-selection details.
Upload required documents (photo, signature, ID proof, degree/certificate where applicable) as per given format and size.
Pay the application fee online (netbanking/cards/UPI) and submit the form.
Download & keep the confirmation / receipt and periodically check email/SMS for admit card and updates.
Application Fees (Indicative)
Female / SC / ST / PwD: ₹1,000 (without late fee)
Others: ₹2,000 (without late fee)
Late fee window: higher slab (e.g., ₹1,500 / ₹2,500) — confirm on official site at payment time.
Exam Pattern & Papers
GATE is a computer-based test (online). Papers are organized across multiple sessions. Most papers contain:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) — objective
Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions — direct numeric response
Total marks and duration vary by paper (usually 3 hours, 100 marks for single-paper papers)
Choose your paper(s) carefully and verify allowed paper-combinations in the brochure.
What’s New in GATE 2026
Conducting Institute: IIT GuwahatiNew/Updated papers: Watch for any new paper sections or syllabus updates — official brochure will list exact changes.Minor changes to paper codes or sectional structure may appear — always cross-check the official PDF brochure.
Final Checklist for Applicants
Register on or after 25 Aug 2025 (don’t miss the early window).
Keep scanned copies of photograph, signature and ID proof ready (check size & format).
Choose paper(s) and exam city carefully — city preference may influence center allocation.
Pay fees & download confirmation receipt immediately after submission.
Track admit card release and mock instructions on GOAPS.
If you plan to apply for PSU or M.Tech admissions, check each institute’s specific cutoff & paper acceptance criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can final year students apply?
A. Yes — typically students in their final year or higher are eligible. Confirm in the official brochure for any exceptions.
Q. How many times can I appear in GATE?
A. GATE generally has no limit on the number of attempts; check the latest instructions in the brochure.
Q. Where will results and scorecards be available?
A. Results & scorecards will be available on the official GATE portal and GOAPS — keep your login details safe.
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Disclaimer: Dates and fee slabs are taken from the official GATE 2026 notification as of 12 Aug 2025 . Always verify final details at the official site: gate2026.iitg.ac.in .
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