GATE Two Paper Combination 2027 OUT: Check Subject Combination List Here
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 ( GATE )
GATE 2027 Application Form Release Date
27 Aug '26
GATE Two-Paper Combination 2027: IIT Madras released GATE exam two- paper combination list on its official website- gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The authorities also issued GATE official notification. GATE registration 2027 start on August 14 at GOAPS. This year, IIT Madras have introduced a new GATE paper named "Robotics and Automation" (RA). Check below to know to get complete details on how to register for secondary paper, GATE paper 1 and paper 2 difference, etc.
GATE Two Paper Combination: How to Register, Primary and Secondary Paper List
GATE Two Paper Combination List: IIT Madras have released GATE 2027 information brochure along with GATE paper combination list for 30 subjects. The official website to check is gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Candidates can check the list of primary and secondary list here. GATE application form will open at GOAPS on August 14, as per the GATE exam schedule. During the registration process, applicants can choose their primary and secondary GATE paper as per the combination list released by the officials.
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- Is there any change in GATE Two-Paper Combination 2027?
- IIT Madras GATE 2027 Two Paper Combination
- GATE 2027 Primary and Secondary Papers
- How to add GATE paper 2 in application form?
- GATE Two Paper Combination 2027: Benefits
- GATE 2027 Registration Dates
Is there any change in GATE Two-Paper Combination 2027?
Yes, this year IIT Madras made a few changes in the GATE combination (primary and secondary papers). According to revised GATE brochure 1.2, there are a few changes made in the GATE paper combination.
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IIT Madras GATE 2027 Two Paper Combination
Candidates can check GATE 2027 paper combination list below. The changes have been made for GATE biotechnology revised syllabus 2027.
| Primary Paper Code | Secondary Paper Code |
|---|---|
| AE | CE, ME, XE |
| AG | CE |
| AR | CE, GE |
| BM | BT, IN |
| BT | BM, ES, EY, XL (Revised) |
| CE | AE, AG, AR, ES, GE, NM, XE |
| CH | ES, PE, XE |
| CS | DA, EC, GE, MA, ME, PH, RA, ST |
| CY | XE, XL |
| DA | CS, EC, EE, MA, ME, PH, RA, ST, XE |
| EC | CS, DA, EE, IN, PH, RA |
| EE | DA, EC, IN, PH, RA |
| ES | BT, CE, CH, GE (Revised) |
| EY | BT, XL (Revised) |
| GE | AR, CE, CS, ES, GG |
| GG | GE |
| IN | BM, EC, EE, ME, RA |
| MA | CS, DA, PH, ST |
| ME | AE, CS, DA, IN, NM, PI, RA, XE |
| MN | - |
| MT | XE |
| NM | CE, ME, XE |
| PE | CH |
| PH | CS, DA, EC, EE, MA, XE |
| PI | ME, XE |
| RA | CS, DA, EC, EE, IN, ME |
| ST | CS, DA, MA, XH |
| XE | AE, CE, CH, CY, DA, ME, MT, NM, PH, PI |
| XH | ST |
| XL | BT, CY, EY |
GATE 2027 Primary and Secondary Papers
In the GATE two-paper combination 2027, the primary paper is the first preference paper, which is related to candidate's undergraduate discipline. While GATE secondary paper is an alternative paper that allows candidates to use their knowledge in a related field. In the GATE two-paper concept, the primary paper is related to the candidate's undergraduate discipline. On the other hand, the GATE secondary paper allows candidates to use their knowledge in the related field.
How to add GATE paper 2 in application form?
Candidates can apply for the secondary paper at the time of GATE registration 2027. Candidates must note that additional fee has to be paid for GATE secondary paper. The steps to apply can be checked below:
- Go to official website - gate2027.iitm.ac.in
- Click on GATE application form link available at GOAPS
- Register by providing details, candidates will have to capture facial details during registration
- Add the desired paper combination, upload the documents, and pay the fees
- Submit the form and take printouts of the form
GATE 2027 Application Fees
Candidates must note that it is mandatory to pay the application form to confirm their eligibility for appearing the exam. The GATE registration fee can be checked 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 |
Check career opportunities and eligibility criteria for GATE 2027.
GATE Two Paper Combination 2027: Benefits
The benefits of taking two paper combination in GATE exam can be checked below:
- Offers a broader scope to show how proficient they are in the two branches
- Higher chances of getting a better score in the exam
- Chances of jobs in PSUs and private sector increase.
GATE 2027 Registration Dates
IIT Madras released GATE exam 2027 dates. Candidates can check the schedule below:
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31 Mar '27
20 Sep '26 - 25 Sep '26
Commonly asked questions
The Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, will be conducting the GATE 2026 exam. The dates are OUT now. IIT Guwahati last conducted the GATE exam in 2018. Candidates who want to apply for M.Tech or any research programmes can apply for GATE. The application window is available till October 7 without late fees (revised), till October 13 (with late fee) and the exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15.
The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati conducted GATE 2026 exam. The exam dates along with branch-wise exam dates was released on official website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The entrance test was held in two shifts -
- Forenoon - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Afternoon - 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
GATE paper code is engineering branch code. Candidates must check paper code carefully while filling application form. The details are available at GATE's official website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
GATE qualification is relatively low compared to other postgraduate engineering entrance exams. On average, acceptance rate falls between 15 - 20%.
Last year, as per statistical report, out of 936019 registered candidates, 747319 candidates appeared, and 8761 students qualified.
Overall, general cutoff usually remains around 25 -30 marks out of 100 marks. However, for PSUs 75 to 85 marks are considered as a safe qualifying rate.
Commonly asked questions
GATE scorecard is valid for three years, which means the scorecard can be used till March 31, 2030. Candidates can download their scorecard using their enrollment ID and password.
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.
The GATE exam is conducted for 30 subject papers. Each subject or branch is determined by a paper code which applicant must note carefully.
Qualifying GATE offers the following benefits to the students -
- Admission to the master's programmes in top institutes like IITs, NITs, IIITs, etc.
- Jobs at PSUs like AAI, NHAI, GRID-India, ONGC, BHEL, etc. with high salary and perks
- Stipend of INR 12,400 monthly to adjust expenses.
- Research fellowships at top government organisations.
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| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| GATE 2027 Registration Date (with no late fee) | August 14 to September 21, 2026 |
| GATE 2027 Registration Last Date (with late fees) | September 30, 2026 |
| GATE Exam Date 2027 | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027 |
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