GATE 2026 Last Date to Apply TODAY with Late Fee Live: Link, Steps, Fees, Status, and Exam Registration Details

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The step by step process to fill the GATE application form 2026 at GOAPS portal is as follows -

• Visit the official website
• Click on the application form link and register
• Login again and fill the asked details
• Upload documents and make the fee payment 
• Confirm declaration and submit the application form

Candidates must keep multiple copies for future reference. 

The GATE 2026 marking scheme and exam pattern of chemical engineering is as follows -

• General Aptitude - 15 marks
• Engineering Mathematics - 13 marks
• Subject-specific questions -  72 marks

For a one-mark MCQ, a 1/3rd mark will be deducted for a wrong answer. For a 2-mark question (MCQ), a 2/3rd mark will be deducted for an incorrect answer. However, there is no negative marking for wrong answers to MSQ or NAT questions. 

No, candidates cannot change the exam centre after the release of the GATE 2026 admit card. The admit card release date is January 2.

For candidates who have made their payment using debit or credit card can expect 15 to 20 days for refund. On the other, candidates who have paid through netbanking or UPI can expect a refund within 7 to 10 days or less than that. Keep checking the bank account frequently. 

The GATE 2026 correction facility is expected to open in the first week of November, because in the the official notification (as mentioned in the information brochure), the last date to submit is November 6. 

The e-signature space can be blank due to internet connectivity. Try downloading again with a good internet speed. Also try from mobile to check. If the space still shows black then contact the GATE authorities mentioning the issue. 

Candidates must select at least three exam cities at the time of registration. All three cities must be from the same zone.

In the address for correspodence, candidates must fill in their current living address. Permanent address will also do. 

No, the caste certificate must be in English language format. If any candidate has their certificate in regional language, then they must get it updated in the English language. 

Candidates can check GATE Energy Science XE-I syllabus below -

Section I - (Energy Resources and Conversion Technologies)

• Fossil Energy Resources
• Nuclear Energy Resources
• Solar thermal systems
• Solar photo voltaic (PV systems)
• Biomass
• Wild Energy Conversion Systems
• Hydropower

Section II - Energy Storage, Economics, Environment, and Efficiency

• Energy storage systems
• Economic Analysis of Energy Systems
• Environmental Impacts of Energy Use
• Environmental Management

The GATE 2026 exam dates are February 7, 8, 14, and 15. The exam will be conducted in two sessions. 

Candidates can find the GATE 2026 registration link here on this page. The official website of GATE 2026 is gate2026.iitg.ac.in. 

Yes, as such there is no update by the officials regarding how old the caste certificate must be. Thus, 2 year caste certificate is applicable for GATE 2026 registration. 

Defect rectification done means that there was issue or discrepancy in the application form and the applicant has rectified it. The GATE officials have received it and will undergo the verification process again. Candidates are advised to keep checking their dashboard and email ID for the updates. 

The application form for GATE 2026 can be filled online only at the official website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

It usually takes 3 to 4 days depending on the applications received. The authorities verify each and every details carefully and will get it updated on the GOAPS GATE candidate login 2026. 

The GATE officials have clearly mentioned the specifications regarding photo and signature. If they find any discrepancy, then will notify on your registered email ID and update it on the status. Keep checking your dashboard for the updates and submit the rectified one before the deadline. 

Yes, it might cause an issue in the GATE admission/counselling process. You can get your ID proof or educational certificate updated by the officials. 

IIT Guwahati will conduct the GATE 2026 exam. The dates are February 7, 8, 14, and 15. 

To check GATE application status, enrollment ID and password is needed

Yes, it is mandatory to register again. Old enrollment ID will not be accepted for the registration.

The last date to register for GATE 2026 is October 13 (TODAY). Visit the GATE website and register. Candidates can also find the link here to apply. 

Candidates must carry the following documents to the GATE exam centre -

• Admit card of GATE
• Valid ID proof
• PwD/Dyslexic certificate