DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE 2027: Steps to Fix for Registration
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 ( GATE )
GATE 2027 Registration Last Date without late fee
27 Sep '26
DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE 2027: Candidates who are facing issue in verification process for registration, they must grant access to the file folder, in the consent section. In addition, it is mandatory to create a GATE2027 folder for documents in DigiLocker login. Check complete details on how to fix GATE DigiLocker Verification issue, instructions, and other details.
DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE 2027: Steps to Fix and Instructions
IIT Madras have started the GATE application form 2027 process on GOAPS. With registrations ongoing, candidates are advised to register for GATE 2027 through DigiLocker login. The last date to apply with no late fee is September 27, 2026. The GATE DigiLocker registration is mandatory for all Indian nationals appearing for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. With that, many students are receiving a DigiLocker Verification Failed notification when applying for GATE. If you are one of them, then here is a step-by-step guide on how to fix the issue properly.
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- DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE 2027: Gather documents for registration
- DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE: Common Reason
- How to fix the issue in connecting DigiLocker with GOAPS
- How to apply for GATE 2027
- Details Required to Fill GATE 2027 Form
- GATE 2027 Registration Dates
DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE 2027: Gather documents for registration
Before GATE 2027 exam form-fill up, candidates are advised to keep all documents ready. Here is a detailed checklist before starting GATE registration 2027:
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A laptop with a webcam facility or mobile phone with 5 MP camera
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Photo and signature (scanned) properly as per specifications
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Category/PwD/Dyslexic certificate must be scanned and uploaded in PDF format
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Scanned valid ID proof
Apart from the above documents, candidates will have to provide their required personal, academic and other details for GATE 2027 application form filling.
NOTE: For PAN Card, candidates have to verify it again with the Income Tax Department.
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Commonly asked questions
Candidates can apply for GATE 2027 exam once the GOAPS link is active. Candidates can now apply on GOAPS.
Candidates can choose at least six exam centres while filling their GATE exam application form. The list of GATE exam cities (zone-wise) is available on the website.
No, the GATE application form fees remain the same. The fee is available category-wise for two timelines: without and with late fees.
This year, IIT Madras have implemented many changes in the GATE 2027, which are as follows:
- A new paper (Robotics and Automation) has been introduced
- GATE syllabus has been revised
- Changes have been made to TF, XE, XH, and XL papers
- GATE Exam Cities list have also been revised. Some centres have been added and removed.
- Candidates will have to provide facial details during registration process
- Exam City Allotment facility added before the release the admit card.
The information brochure of GATE 2027 has been added. Candidates must downoad and go through the details carefully.
DigiLocker Verification Failed for GATE: Common Reason
If a candidate is facing issue in GATE 2027 digilocker verification process, then ensure that your consent option is active. Candidates must set the consent validity to three years. The step-by-step guide to fix GATE 2027 DigiLocker verification can be checked below:
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Go to official website - gate2027.iitm.ac.in and click on “Apply Now”
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Now click on “Continue with DigiLocker”
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Sign-in using mobile/username or any other ID
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After signing-in, provide consent to share documents
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Candidates have to provide consent to access to GATE 2027 DigiLocker folder
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Check complete details and select “Allow”
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After completing all the above steps, candidates will be redirect to GOAPS portal to continue with registration process
IIT Madras will send GATE enrolment ID and password to the registered email ID. Candidates can use it as login credentials for further GATE 2027 exam events.
How to fix the issue in connecting DigiLocker with GOAPS
If you are unable to connect DigiLocker with GOAPS portal, the it is because the documents are not fetched properly. Try uploading the documents correctly as per the specifications. Refer to GATE 2027 DigiLocker Login Issue.
Commonly asked questions
No, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering examination takes place once a year. Every year, different IITs and IISc conduct exam on rotational basis. GATE is conducted online for three hours for 30 branch papers.
No, GATE exam registration is not free for girls. Female applicants will have to pay half of the registration fee. The GATE exam fee for female applicants is INR 1000 (regular timeline) and INR 1500 (during extended timeline).
Yes, IIT Madras has made it mandatory to register in DigiLocker for GATE 2027 registration. Ensure that the following details are updated properly.
Name
Date of Birth
Mobile Number
Email ID
Profile picture
Address
Verified ID number
The DigiLocker GATE 2027 is only applicable for Indian Nationals.
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How to apply for GATE 2027
After providing consent to DigLocker login, confirm declaration and start filling GATE application form 2027. Now, check your name and select nationality, gender, and PwD status. Now proceed to complete the facial verification process on GOAPS portal.
Instructions for GATE Facial Verification
Before proceeding facial verification process, go through the following instructions carefully:
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IIT Madras will first perform a quick liveness check to confirm if you’re a real person.
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Remove glasses, sunglasses, or other eye-wear
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Keep your face clearly visible at all times
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Stay in the center position, keeping your face inside frame
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Look into the camera while the images being captured
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Make sure the lightning on your face is good
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Follow the on-screen liveness instructions carefully (e.g. "Blink naturally", "Please smile")
After completing the facial verification, upload photo and signature as per specifications. Fill in the personal, academic and communication details. Pay the application fee, confirm GATE exam form and download.
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Details Required to Fill GATE 2027 Form
Once the photo and signature are uploaded, candidates have to proceed to the next stage and enter the following details:
| Section |
Details |
|---|---|
| Documents |
Nationality, Gender, PwD status, Live photo capture, Upload photo, signature, how did you know about GATE and purpose of applying |
| Exam |
Number of papers attempted, Primary paper, exam city selection. |
| Degree |
College PIN Code, College name, Qualifying degree, discipline of qualifying degree, Have you graduated in above degree, year of qualifying degree |
| Personal |
Candidate’s enrolment ID, profile picture, email address, mobile number, and date of birth are fetched from DigiLocker Apart from that, candidates have to provide following details:
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Recheck all the details carefully and pay GATE 2027 registration fees to submit application form. Download the confirmation PDF for future reference. Once the form is submitted, candidates can login to the GOAPS Portal 2027 and check GATE Application Status.
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GATE 2027 Registration Dates
Candidates must be aware with the GATE exam dates, so that they don’t miss out any events. Check GATE 2027 registration last date and rectification window schedule below.
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply for GATE exam form with regular fees |
September 27, 2026 |
| GATE 2027 application form last date with late fees |
September 28 - October 5, 2026 |
| GATE Rectification Window |
October 14 to 21, 2026 |
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