GATE 2026 Application Form Guidelines and Instructions: Correction Last Date, Eligibility, Fees, and More
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 ( GATE )
GATE 2027 Registration Last Date without late fee
27 Sep '26
Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati has closed GATE 2026 rectification window. Authorities had opened edit facility giving chance to candidates for one day on Nov 18. GATE exam dates are announced on official website. Candidates willing to apply for exam can check important guidelines and instructions required while filling out GATE application form 2026.
GATE 2026 Application Form Instructions: Registrations for GATE 2026 exam are now over. Last date to apply was October 13. Form correction window is now closed. The last date to submit edits was November 10. However, GATE correction link was again activated for one day on November 18. IIT Guwahati will conduct GATE 2026 exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. Test will be held in two sessions- Morning (9:30 am to 12:30 pm) and Afternoon (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm).
Latest Update: GATE 2026 branch-wise exam dates OUT
GATE 2026 Exam Form: Important Points to Remember
Registrations for GATE 2026 exam are now closed. Here are a few things that students must note while filling GATE 2026 application form. For example, check internet connectivity and browser compatibility. Before applying, check GATE 2026 eligibility criteria. Keep all documents ready. All details must be clear and correct, and follow GATE 2026 exam guidelines. Keep GATE 2026 enrollment ID and password safe. Lastly, keep a copy of application form and fee receipt, as it will be required during counselling and PSU recruitment.
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How to Fill the GATE 2026 Application Form Through the GOAPS Portal?
GOAPS is a portal for performing all GATE related activties. Through the portal, candidates can fill application form, check status, download admit card, check results, etc. Candidates can follow form-filling process below -
- Go to GATE website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in and click on application form portal
- Register to create an enrollment ID and password
- Login and fill in personal, communication, and education details
- Upload documents as per GATE requirements
- Pay GATE application fees and accept the confirmation
- Submit and download a copy of GATE application form 2026
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Documents required during the GATE 2026 Application Form Filling
Candidates need to keep following documents ready while filling out GATE form 2026 for MTech and PhD admissions -
- Recent photograph of candidate
- Scanned signature of applicant
- Category certificate in PDF format
- PwD certificate in PDF format.
- Dyslexic certificate in PDF format.
- Valid ID proof (Aadhar card/PAN card/Voter ID)
GATE 2026 Application Fees
IIT Guwahati, has revised GATE application form 2026 fees. Candidates applying for the GATE 2026 exam must pay application fee to confirm their application. Candidates can check GATE 2026 application fees below -
| Category |
Regular Period |
During the Extended Period |
|---|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates (per test paper) |
1000 |
1500 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals (per test paper) |
2000 |
2500 |
| NOTE:
|
GATE 2026 Application Form Status
Candidates can check their GATE application form status after submitting their application form. To check GATE 2026 application form status, follow process below -
- Visit official website and navigate to GOAPS portal.
- Enter enrollment ID and password, and click on submit
- GATE 2026 application status will be displayed on screen.
- Check and logout
GATE is a national entrance examination offering M.Tech and PhD admissions in various disciplines. GATE 2026 exam will take place on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026.
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Yes, you can change or correct spelling mistakes in your name during the GATE Application Form Correction process by paying a fee of ₹500 and providing supporting documents.
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The GATE total marks is 100. The marks in GATE question paper is distributed as follows:
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