GATE 2026 Admit Card Release Date: Troubleshooting Tips and Hacks
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2025 ( GATE )
Admit Card - 2 Jan '26
IIT Guwahati will release GATE 2026 hall ticket on January 2, 2026. Candidates who have applied for GATE 2026 can check and download their admit card from GOAPS portal. However, if someone faces issues while downloading GATE admit card 2026 can find quick solutions on hall ticket troubleshooting and tips. Read below.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 dates are OUT. GATE 2026 admit card is important and even if there is a small discrepancy, it can lead to rejection in admission. To experience a smooth exam day, here is a detailed guidelines on how to correctly download GATE 2026 hall ticket. IIT Guwahati will conduct GATE exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15 in two shifts. GATE 2026 admit card release date is January 2.
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How to Download GATE 2026 admit card
Candidates can download their GATE admit card using their enrollment ID and password at GOAPS portal. They must check that all details are printed correctly or not. A sample image of GATE hall ticket can be checked below.
Common Issues Faced While Downloading GATE Admit Card 2026
- If a candidate is unable to download GATE hall ticket 2026, then try accessing early morning or late night
- Use compatible browser like Firefox or Chrome and check internet connection
- Avoid refreshing page and clean all history
- If there are error in GATE admit card 2026, the contact respective GATE zonal centre. Candidates can also email them providing required documents
- If hall ticket comes out blurred, then try using a high-quality printer. Recheck all details carefully. If there is any discrepancy, contact helpline number
Details Printed on the GATE 2026 Admit Card
GATE hall ticket will have following details printed -
- Name of candidate
- Signature and Photograph
- Registration number
- Exam date
- Exam centre code
- Address of test center
- Paper code and name
- Timing of exam
- Photo ID
Use of Barcode printed on GATE admit card 2026
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GATE barcode is for verification purposes. It checks candidate's details at GATE exam centre. GATE exam barcode consists of details like name, date of birth, and exam paper information. Also, GATE admit QR code helps in preventing fraudulent activities. It is always advised to keep multiple GATE admit card copies as backup. GATE admit card will be used till the completion of admission.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
The GATE exam is conducted once a year. The entrance test takes place on multiple dates and shifts for 30 test papers. For 2026, IIT Guwahati is conducting the exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 4 weeks ago
Yes, IIT Guwahati has extended the GATE 2026 registration date with late fees. The new GATE 2026 registration date is October 13.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
If you notice an error or discrepancy after submitting your GATE form, don't panic. Once the application correction window opens, log in via GOAPS using your credentials and make the corrections. Details like category, gender, exam city, paper choice, date of birth, etc., can often be edited — usual
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The factors that determine the GATE cutoff are -
- Availability of seats (the total seat intake varies every year for NITs, IIITs, and IIT admission)
- Number of registered applicants
- The difficulty level of the examination - (GATE is conducted on multiple days, however, the paper difficulty varies for eve
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Based on the previous year's trends, the GATE 2026 expected cutoff for computer Science and engineering can be checked below-
- For General category it might go around 30 to 31.0
However, the GATE cutoff varies every year, depending on the difficulty level, number of applicants appearing for the exam,
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, a duplicate GATE 2026 admit card will not be provided at the test center. Candidates must carry their own admit card along with the mentioned documents and items to the GATE exam center. IIT Guwahati will release the GATE admit card on January 2.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Candidates will get only one scribble pad at a time. They must write their name and registration number before using it. If the rough sheet gets filled, then they can ask for another one scribble pad after returning the previous one to the invigilator. After the exam concludes, candidates must retur
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Yes, candidates will get a scribble pad in the GATE exam 2026 to do the rough work. Candidates have to write their name and registration number on the scribble pad before using it. However, the rough sheet must be returned after the completion of the exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The barcode present in the GATE admit card 2026 carries the candidate's information. It is required for a faster verification process and fraud prevention. So, make sure it does not get tampered. Carry multiple copies in case your GATE 2026 hall ticket is torn or tampered.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Candidates who are appearing for the GATE exam must carry a valid ID proof along with a passport-size photograph, transperant water bottle, and pen (blue or black) along with GATE 2026 hall ticket. We advise to carry atleast two to three copies of admit card to the centre.
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Contributor-Level 7
The answer to this question depends on the course you are applying at IISC.
For Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programme, aspirants are offered admission based on JEE Main score. Hoewever, for BSc programme admission, JEE is not compulsory. Candidates with a valid score in IISER Aptitude Test can also get admission. For other courses such as MTech, MSc and PhD, JEE Main is not required for admission at Indian Institute of Science (IISC).