How to download GATE Admit Card 2026: Check Step-By-Step Guide and Instructions

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 ( GATE )

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Updated on Feb 5, 2026 23:11 IST
GATE 2026 admit card has been released at GATE official site. Registered candidates can download GATE admit card 2026 using the crdentials - enrollment ID and password. Students can check GATE admit card 2026 link, common issues, details mentioned on GATE hall ticket, etc.

How to download GATE 2026 admit card: IIT Guwahati has released GATE 2026 admit card on January 13 on its official website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in. To download IITG GATE Hall Ticket 2026, students have to enter their login credentials at GOAPS portal. Check complete details regarding GATE hall ticket, steps to download admit card, how to recover GATE login 2026 credentials, troubleshooting tips, and admit card instructions, and more. 

How to download GATE admit card?

IIT Guwahati has released GATE admit card 2026 on its official website. Candidates who have completed their GATE 2026 registration can download their hall ticket at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Only applicants who have downloaded their GATE 2026 admit card, will be eligible to appear for exam. 

Candidates can download their hall ticket using the link provided on this page and official website. Students have to download and take a printout of their GATE admit card 2026. The admit card/hall ticket has to be carried to the exam centre on the day of paper.

GATE hall ticket 2026 mentions details about exam date and time, paper for which appearing, candidates basic details like name, photo, signature and exam day instructions. Candidates must check and verify their personal details are mentioned correctly in hall ticket. If any mismatch in personal information is found, contact IIT Guwahati for rectification.

IIT GATE exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 in two sessions. GATE exam dates for all 30 branches are available now. Check more details here related to GATE exam hall ticket download.

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Table of contents
  • Details required to download GATE admit card 2026
  • GATE Admit Card 2026 Download Link
  • How to download GATE admit card?
  • What to do if there are any errors in GATE admit card?
  • Key Instructions to follow while downloading GATE admit card 2026
  • Common issues faced while downloading GATE hall ticket
  • How to recover GATE login credentials to download IIT GATE admit card?
  • GATE Admit Card: Subject-Wise download link
  • GATE 2026 Exam Schedule and Timings (All Branches)
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Details required to download GATE admit card 2026

GATE 2026 admit card download link is available at gate2026.iitg.ac.in and GOAPS portal. Students are advised to keep required credentials ready, which are enrollment ID and password for downloading their hall ticket. 

The GATE enrollment ID is a unique identification number that is allotted to the applicant after GATE registration 2026. Students are advised to keep their enrollment ID safe till the completion of GATE counselling and admission process. Candidates can refer to the image below -

GATE Admit Card 2026 Download Link

Candidates can find direct link to download GATE 2026 admit card below -

IIT Guwahati GATE admit card release date January 13, 2026
GATE 2026 admit card link

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How to download GATE admit card?

Candidates must note that GATE admit card is available online only. The authorities do not send the hall ticket by post or email. Candidates have to visit GOAPS to download, and the process can be checked below -

  • Visit gate2026.iitg.ac.in
  • Then click on application form portal
  • Enter enrollment ID and password
  • Select “download admit card” option 
  • Check all details carefully and download GATE hall ticket

List of information printed on GATE admit card

The GATE admit card 2026 is issued to applicants as an authentication document to get entry at the centre. Thus, after downloading GATE IIT admit card, candidates must check whether the following details are printed on the admit card or not -

Candidates can refer to the sample image below -

GATE-2026-admit-card

 

What to do if there are any errors in GATE admit card?

Incase, there are any errors in GATE admit card, then candidate must immediately contact the GATE helpline number or authorities mentioning the issue. It is advised to get details printed on GATE 2026 admit card corrected before the exam date. The GATE zonal-wise exam centres have been released on GATE’s official website

Key Instructions to follow while downloading GATE admit card 2026

Before downloading GATE admit card, candidates must follow the instructions mentioned below to avoid any glitches or issues -

  • Always use a laptop or desktop to download GATE IIT admit card, as the download option might not show on phone. 
  • Do not keep the login page open for a long time. Refresh, log out and log in again to download GATE admit card.
  • Keep your credentials ready before downloading GATE exam hall ticket.

Common issues faced while downloading GATE hall ticket

Common Issues faced while downloading GATE admit card

How to tackle the issue

GATE 2026 admit card link is now showing at portal

In such case, logout wait for sometime and try again. Try during less peak hours, such as early morning and late night to download GATE exam admit card.

GATE enrollment ID number is incorrect in admit card

Candidates must contact the GATE-zonal helpline number.

Photo ID number is not matching with ID proof submitted - however, my application form was accepted.

Contact the GATE authorities and clearly mention the issue with the valid proof of documents.

Error in page loading

Clear cache memory and refresh the page.

Incase, the hall ticket printed comes out blurred or barcode is not printed properly

Check internet connectivity and use a high-quality printer to print the page. If the issue still persits, then contact GATE helpline number.

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To download GATE 2026 admit card without hassle, use compatible browsers, such as Firefox, Chrome, or Microsoft Edge. Make sure to take a printout of three to five copies of admit card in case there is any tampering. 

How to recover GATE login credentials to download IIT GATE admit card?

Students can check the guideline below to retrieve GATE login credentials-

  • Go to GATE official site and click on application portal link
  • Select “forgot credentials”
  • Enter enrollment ID/email ID, mobile number, and arithmetic expression
  • Click on “send OTP”
  • The details will be sent to the registered email ID
  • Enter details and login to download GATE admit card 2026

Also check: GATE exam college predictor

How to recover GATE credentials to download GATE admit card

GATE Admit Card: Subject-Wise download link

Candidates can find GATE admit card link (subject-wise below) -

GATE branches Download link
GATE 2026 ECE admit card Download here
GATE CSE admit card 2026 Download here

GATE 2026 Exam Schedule and Timings (All Branches)

Candidates can check the GATE exam schedule and shift timings for all papers below. It is advised to reach the test centre an hour before the commencement of examination. The GATE exam day instructions will be mentioned on GATE admit card

GATE exam date and timings
Q:   What is the official website to download GATE admit card?
A:

Official website to download GATE admit card is gate2026.iitg.ac.in. GOAPS portal link is goaps.iitg.ac.in. Candidates must provide their enrollment ID and password to download their hall ticket.

Q:   What is GATE admit card release date and time?
A:

IIT Guwahati activated the GATE admit card 2026 download link on January 13. Candidates can visit official website of GATE and download using their enrollment ID and password.

Q:   What to do if my GATE admit card 2026 have incorrect details?
A:

In case, there is an error in the GATE exam hall ticket 2026, then candidates are advised to contact the GATE helpline number. Applicants can also email, mentioning their query. The helpline number is available from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (on Government Working Days only). 

Q:   What are the steps involved to download the GATE 2026 admit card?
A:

Candidates can download their GATE admit card at GOAPS portal using their enrollment ID and password. IIT Guwahati will activate GATE hall ticket 2026 link soon.

Q:   What details are listed in the GATE 2026 admit card?
A:

GATE 2026 admit card contains details regarding exam and applicant. Candidates can check details below -

  • name of applicant
  • photo and signature
  • GATE enrollment ID and roll number
  • GATE paper code
  • exam date and time
  • guidelines and instructions
Q:   How many times can I download my GATE hall ticket 2026?
A:

Candidates can download their GATE admit card 2026 as many times as they want till the completion of the admission process. In short, the admit card link will remain activated till the availability of the GATE scorecard. Candidates can visit the GOAPS portal and download using their credentials. 

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