Documents to keep ready before GATE 2026 Registration Starts: Check documents, valid ID, specifications, here
IIT Guwahati is all set to start GATE 2026 registration process on its official website. Candidates appearing for GATE 2026 exam can review details below and ensure they have all documents ready before GATE 2026 application form link is activated.
GATE 2026 application form will be released on August 25, and candidates must be aware of registration process, instructions, and documents required to complete form. Here, candidates can check all GATE 2026 documents that are required, starting from registration to uploading. GATE 2026 exam will take place on February 7, 8, 14, and 15.
GATE 2026 Document Checklist to keep ready before registration
- Scanned copy of a valid photo ID proof
- Candidate photograph
- Signature of applicant
- Category certificate in PDF format
- OBC-NCL and EWS candidates must not submit any documents during registration
- PwD certificate (optional)
- Dyslexic certificate (optional)
Accepted ID proof for GATE 2026 registration: Aadhar ID, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License
For international candidates, only a valid passport/government-issued ID/ driving license will be accepted as a recognisable identification document.
GATE 2026 Photograph Specifications for Uploading
Candidates can check photograph sections below -
| Dimensions | (3.5 cm width X 4.5 cm) with face covering 60 to 70% |
| Background | white |
| Image format | JPEG/JPG format |
| Aspect ratio | minimum aspect ratio= 0.66 and maximum aspect ratio =0.89 |
| File size | 5 to 1 MB |
GATE 2026 Signature Specifications for Uploading
Candidates can check GATE signature details below -
| Quality and format | Signature must be clear in JPG or JPEG format (in blue or black ink) |
| Aspect ratio | height:width =1.0, where value of A can be between 3.25 to 3.75 |
| File size | 5 to 200 Kb |
| Pixels | Maximum size must be 160 x 560 pixels and minimum must be 80 x 280 pixels |
Accepted Payment Modes for the GATE 2026 Application Form Submission
| Category |
Application fees during the regular period |
Application fees during the extended period |
|---|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates (per test paper) |
INR 1000 |
INR 1500 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals (per paper) |
INR 2000 |
INR 2500 |
GATE 2026 dates are now available on website. GATE 2026 exam dates are February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026.
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