GATE Two Paper Combination 2027 OUT: Check Subject Combination List Here
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 ( GATE )
GATE 2027 Registration Last Date With Late Fee
12 Oct '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 is ongoing 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 is now available for 30 branch papers. GATE registration is ongoing for MTech and PhD admission. The official website to apply is gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Candidates can check the list of primary and secondary list here. GATE application form 2027 was released on September 2, 2026. 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
- Can we change the Secondary Paper during GATE 2027 Form Correction
- 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. Candidates can select their primary and secondary papers after registering through DigiLocker for GATE 2027.
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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 2027 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
Only candidates who meet GATE exam eligibility can apply for the exam.
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 |
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
Can we change the Secondary Paper during GATE 2027 Form Correction
Yes, IIT Madras allows candidates to change their GATE paper selection. The GATE application form correction window will open from October 14 to October 21, 2026. Candidates can login to their GOAPS using enrolment ID and password.
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Commonly asked questions
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.
The GATE paper code of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is DA. Here are the eligible paper combinations for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence -
- Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (CS)
- Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)
- Electrical Engineering (EE)
- Mathematics (MA)
- Mechanical Engineering (ME)
- Physics (PH)
- Statistics (ST)
- Engineering Sciences (XE)
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.
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.
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.
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A compensatory time of 60 minutes is given to candidates who have opted for scribe facility in GATE exam. To avail this facility, candidates have to choose option while filling GATE form.
It is important to check GATE 2027 exam dates because with the help of schedule, candidates can track down events without missing deadline.
IIT Madras will announce GATE 2027 exam city allotment list on January 4, 2027. Candidates who have registered can check using their enrolment ID and password.
Candidates can check their GATE 2027 exam city allotment (where their exam centre is located) by logging at GOAPS. Based on city allocated they can plan their travel arrangements.
GATE 2027 Registration Dates
IIT Madras released GATE 2027 dates. Candidates can check the schedule below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| GATE 2027 Registration Start Date (with no late fee) | September 2, 2026 |
| GATE Application Form Last Date (with no late fees) | September 27, 2026 |
| GATE 2027 Registration Last Date (with late fees) | October 5, 2026 |
| GATE Exam Date 2027 | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027 |
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