GATE Registration 2026 Closes on September 28; Check Fees & Important Documents

GATE Registration 2026 Closes on September 28; Check Fees & Important Documents

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Sanjana Surbhi
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New Delhi, Updated on Sep 25, 2025 15:37 IST

GATE 2026 registration will end on September 28 without payment of any late fee. Candidates must fill out GATE registration 2026 form at official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Check GATE 2026 fees and documents required 

GATE Registration 2026

GATE Registration 2026

Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati will be closing the GATE registration window on September 28, 2025 (without late fees). Candidates must complete GATE 2026 registration online by visiting official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in without payment of any late fee. However, those who miss this deadline can fill out GATE 2026 registration form till October 9 with payment of late fees. 

GATE will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The exam will be held in two shifts every day. As per official website, GATE 2026 morning session will be conducted between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Whereas, GATE afternoon session will be held between 2:30 and 5:30 pm. 

GATE Registration 2026 Fees 

This time, GATE registration fee has also been increased. Candidates can check table to know category wise GATE application fees: 

Category

Registration Fees 

Registration Fees (Extended Deadline)

Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates 

INR 1000

INR 1500

All other candidates including foreign nationals 

INR 2000

INR 2500

Documents Needed for GATE 2026 Registration 

While filling GATE application form, candidates must upload below-mentioned documents: 

  • Candidate’s photograph and signature (as per specifications)
  • Valid photo ID 
  • Category certificate (SC/ST), if applicable, in PDF
  • UDID/PwD certificate, if applicable, in PDF
  • Dyslexic certificate, if applicable, in PDF
  • Relevant Annexure(s), if applicable, in PDF

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Q:   How many exam centres can I choose while filling the GATE application form?
A:

Candidates can choose at least three exam centres while filling their GATE 2026 application form. The list of GATE exam cities (zone-wise) is available on the website. Besides that, it has to be noted that the three centres must be from the same zone. Thus, based on the availability, the centre will be allotted to the candidate for appearing the GATE 2026 exam. 

Q:   What is the last date to register for GATE 2026 with late fees?
A:

The last date to register for GATE 2026 with late fees was October 13. For submission with late fees, the application form window  remained active from October 7 to October 13. The registration fee with late fees is as follows -

  • For female/SC/ST and PwD candidates, the fee is INR 1500
  • For all other candidates, including foreign nationals, the fee is INR 2500
Q:   Can I change my paper code after submitting the GATE 2026 application form?
A:

Yes, candidates can change their GATE paper at the time of GATE form correction process. The last date to change primary paper is November 10. Candidates can edit at the GOAPS portal using their enrollment ID and password.

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