Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filling GATE Application Form 2026; Know Steps To Apply
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GATE aspirants must fill application form by avoiding common mistakes like spelling errors and wrong subject selection. Check mistakes to avoid when applying for GATE 2026 here
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filling GATE Application Form 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is accepting GATE application form 2026. Candidates can fill out GATE application form by visiting official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in. To register for GATE, they have to create account on GOAPS portal through candidate login. With application process ongoing, they must be careful while filling form to avoid common mistakes.
Check Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for GATE 2026
While applying candidates must avoid these common mistakes:
- Many candidates make typographical errors. All details match with those mentioned in government issued ID
- IIT Guwahati has already prescribed specifications for uploading photograph and signature.
- Wrong Choice of Exam Paper or Subject Code
- Candidates sometimes select wrong GATE 2026 subject paper.
- Check paper code before submission.
- Selecting Wrong Exam City
- Always select centres that are easy to reach to avoid last-minute inconvenience.
- Mistakes in Category or PwD Status
- Uploading incorrect category certificates can lead to rejection.
- Ensure certificate is valid and issued by a competent authority.
- Errors in Educational Details
- Incorrect year of passing, college name, or roll number may create verification issues.
- Not Saving GATE Application Form After Payment
- Waiting Until Last Day to Apply for GATE
- Apply before deadline.
Steps to Apply for GATE 2026?
Candidates can check these steps to know how to apply for GATE 2026:
- Visit official website and register to generate an Enrollment ID.
- Log in with Enrollment ID and password.
- Enter details carefully and select subject paper and preferred exam cities.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates.
- Now, pay GATE application fee online via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
- Review application form before submitting.
- Submit and take a printout of it for future references
Candidates can check the GATE application fees for different categories below. The GATE fees 2026 are increased.
Candidates can make the GATE fee payment via net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI. However, additional online transaction charges may be applicable and will be reflected on the payment portal.
| Category | Regular Period (August 28 to September 28, 2025) |
During the Extended Period (September 29 to October 09, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates (per test paper) | 1000 | 1500 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals (per test paper) | 2000 | 2500 |
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The GATE 2026 official notification and information brochure has been released.
GATE 2026 Event Particulars
Event Dates
GATE online application processing system (GOAPS) opens
August 28
Closing date of regular online registration without late fees
September 28
Closing date of the extended period of online registration with late fees
October 9
GATE 2026 exam dates
Forenoon - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Afternoon - 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Documents required for GATE 2026 registration
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