GOAPS Portal 2026: Download Admit Card Here
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 ( GATE )
Exam On - 14 Feb '26
GOAPS Portal: The Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, has launched the GATE 2026 hall ticket at GOAPS portal. The GATE GOAPS portal has been activated for the GATE-event activities. Candidates can access their hall ticket through the GOAPS portal only. Read below to know more about the GATE candidate login 2026, how to create an account at GOAPS portal, uses, and more.
The GOAPS portal for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is available at goaps.iitg.ac.in. IIT Guwahati has issued the GATE 2026 admit card for all registered aspirants. Candidates can now download the GATE hall ticket 2026 at gate2026.iitg.ac.in using GATE 2026 login portal. Candidates have to use the GATE GOAPS login to download the admit card of GATE. GATE 2026 branch-wise exam dates are now available. In this article, we have discussed what is GOAPS portal in the GATE Candidate Login 2026 is, how to create an account, step-by-step instructions, guidelines, and uses of the GATE 2026 GOAPS portal.
- What's new in GATE 2026?
- What is a GOAPS Portal in GATE 2026?
- How to retrieve forgotten GATE credentials using candidate login?
- How long is the GATE GOAPS Portal Remains Active?
- How to create GATE candidate login through GOAPS 2026?
- Details Required for GATE Candidate Login 2026
- How to generate a GATE enrollment ID and account on GOAPS
- GATE Candidate 2026 Login: Enrollment ID Vs Password
- How to fill the GATE 2026 Application Form through the GOAPS Portal?
- GATE 2026 Application Form Fees
- What are the uses of the GATE GOAPS Portal 2026?
What's new in GATE 2026?
- GATE Admit Card Download has started through GOAPS Portal
- This year, the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, is conducting GATE 2026.
- The GATE application fees for 2026 have been revised. Candidates can find the GATE 2026 updated fee details below.
- A new sectional paper under Engineering Sciences is introduced. The new section paper is Energy Science (XE-I).
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What is a GOAPS Portal in GATE 2026?
The GOAPS is the official online portal of the GATE exam, which is used for various GATE event-related activities. To access the GOAPS portal, it is mandatory to register. With the help of the GOAPS portal, candidates will be able to fill the GATE application form, edit their form, download their GATE hall ticket, check results, download scorecard, etc.
How to download GATE 2026 admit card through GOAPS?
Candidates can follow process below to download GATE admit card through GOAPS portal -
- Visit official website and click on application portal link
- You will now be redirected to GOAPS
- Enter enrollment ID and password
- Select the admit card download option and save
- Take printout for future reference
DIRECT LINK: GATE GOAPS Login
How to retrieve forgotten GATE credentials using candidate login?
In case candidates have forgotten or misplaced their GATE candidate credentials, then they can retrieve following the steps below -
- Click on the link available on the official website and select “forgot credentials”
- Enter your mail ID or enrollment ID and request an OTP to retrieve your password.
- The OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number and email address.
- Change the password and save it for future logins
👉For GATE 2026, the GOAPS portal link is available on the website, goaps.iitg.ac.in, and the exam dates for GATE 2026 are February 7, 8, 14, and 15.
This year, the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, is conducting the GATE exam. The GATE 2026 exam dates have been announced. The GATE 2026 application form is now closed.
Important Facts to Know about the GOAPS Portal
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How long is the GATE GOAPS Portal Remains Active?
The GATE GOAPS portal mainly remains active from the start of the GATE application form till completion of the GATE admission process.
How to create GATE candidate login through GOAPS 2026?
The steps to create an account on the GOAPS portal are simple and can be done in a few minutes, if all documents are ready. Therefore, it is very important to have all documents ready before you begin with the GATE GOAPS registration 2026.
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Details Required for GATE Candidate Login 2026
Creating an account on the GOAPS portal is linked to the GATE 2026 registration. It is the first stage to access for any GATE 2026-related activities. The following details are required to create an account on GOAPS -
- Full name of the candidate
- Date of birth
- Valid email ID and
- Mobile number
How to generate a GATE enrollment ID and account on GOAPS
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To create an account on the GOAPS portal, candidates can follow the steps below -
- Visit the GATE 2026 official website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Then click on the GATE Application Portal/GOAPS portal - goaps.iitg.ac.in
- Then select “New Candidate Registration” and enter the required details (as mentioned above)
- Once the registration is complete, candidates will receive an enrollment ID
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.
The GATE admit card has details regarding the exam and the applicant like name, photo, signature, GATE paper code, exam date and time, centre code, guidelines, etc. Candidates must check details carefully before printing. If there is any discrepancy, applicants must immediately contact GATE helpline number.
After receiving the GATE enrollment ID, candidates must create a unique GATE password (around 8 to 15 characters), during the enrollment.
NOTE: The enrollment ID and password are the GATE 2026 candidate login credentials.
GATE Candidate 2026 Login: Enrollment ID Vs Password
| GATE 2026 Enrollment ID |
GATE 2026 Password |
|---|---|
| Every candidate registering at GOAPS will be provided with an enrollment ID |
The candidate must choose a strong password while registering to get the enrollment ID |
| After registration, an email containing the GOAPS enrollment ID will be sent to the candidate |
Creating a password is mandatory for future GATE candidates login. The GATE password must be 8 to 15 characters. |
| This enrollment ID will be used as a reference throughout the admission process. |
Ensure to keep your password safe, secure, and confidential. |
How to fill the GATE 2026 Application Form through the GOAPS Portal?
The first use of the GATE candidate login is during the registration process. While filling the application form, applicants are advised to keep all their information and documents ready. The stages of the GATE 2026 application form include the following -
- Register to get the enrollment ID and password.
- Log in using the credentials
- Fill out the personal, educational qualification, address, choice of paper combination, exam cities, etc. details.
- Upload the documents as per the specifications.
- Pay the GATE application fees using the convenient payment mode.
- Accept the declaration form and submit the application form.
| You can use the GATE GOAPS 2026 portal anytime to download or print the application form till the admission process is active. |
GATE 2026 Application Form Fees
Candidates can check the GATE 2026 application fees (category-wise) 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 |
What are the uses of the GATE GOAPS Portal 2026?
Candidates can use the GOAPS Candidate Portal for the following -
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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).
GATE 2026 admit card release date was January 13, 2026. The hall ticket is now available for download at GATE official website. Candidates whose application has been accepted can download their hall ticket at GOAPS portal.
No, GATE admit card in soft copy format will not be accepted at exam centre. Candidates appearing for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering must carry their hall ticket along with a valid ID proof and pen/pencil. The admit card must be printed on a A4 size paper with details visible clearly.
- For GATE registration
- To submit fill and submit the application form
- Students can check their GATE application status
- To make changes in the application form (access of GATE correction facility)
- To download GATE admit card, using their enrollment ID and password
- Can download GATE answer key, response sheet, and question paper
- Can raise objections to the GATE 2026 answer key
- To check their result and download the scorecard
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How to use GATE GOAPS Portal Efficiently
- Bookmark the page to use anytime.
- Keep scanned copies of documents ready in advance.
- If you forget your password, use the "Forgot Password" feature. GOAPS sends a reset link to your email.
- Save your application form and fee receipt for future reference, especially if applying to M.Tech programs or PSUs.
- Don’t wait till the last date. Server traffic may slow down the portal near deadlines.
The GOAPS portal is your command centre throughout the GATE process. From registering and applying to downloading your admit card and results, everything is seamlessly managed here
Upasana Pradhan is an Mtech graduate in Electronics and Communication Engineering from DTU who specialises in curating postgraduate and undergraduate engineering entrance exam content, such as GATE, TS PGECET, KCET,
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