What is the GATE 2026 registration date: eligibility, documents, steps, and fees details here

GATE 2026 registration start date countdown has begun. Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, will activate GATE application form 2026 window on August 25. Application mode is online and is available till September 25 (without late fees). Interested candidates need to register at GOAPS portal first. Read below to check complete details. 

IIT Guwahati has announced GATE 2026 registration dates on official website. Eligible candidates can check GATE dates 2026 on gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates have to register at GOAPS GATE candidate login 2026 to fill out application form. Authorities have updated two paper combination, exam cities, and document checklist on website. 

What is GATE 2026 registration date and time?

GATE 2026 registration date can be checked below. However, GATE 2026 application release time is not provided by authorities. Candidates are advised to check website and our page for latest updates on GATE 2026 examination. 

GATE 2026 Registration Fees (Category-Wise)

This year, GATE exam conducting body has revised GATE 2026 registration fees. Candidates can check fee details below -

Who is eligible for GATE 2026 examination?

Meeting GATE eligibility criteria 2026 is essential in admission process. Check details below-

• Candidates who are currently studying in third year or higher years of any undergraduate programme or who have completed their degree programme in any of following streams- engineering/technology/architecture/science/arts/humanities are eligible for exam. 

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• GATE 2026 photograph and signature specifications for registration
• GATE 2026 competition expected to rise in EC, CS, and EE
• Will the GATE 2026 exam be tougher than GATE 2025?

What documents are required for GATE 2026 registration?

Following documents are required for GATE registration 2026 -

• Scanned photo as per exam guidelines
• Scanned signature as per exam guidelines
• Valid photo ID card (the same must be provided at the time of appearing the exam)
• Category certificate in PDF format
• PwD certificate in PDF format
• Dyslexic certificate in PDF format

Steps to Apply using GATE Candidate Login 2026

Candidates can apply for GATE following steps below -

• Visit GATE 2026 official website and click on application portal link
• Register to receive GATE 2026 enrollment ID and password.
• Now, log in using credentials and fill out the personal, exam cities, paper combination and other details.
• Upload documents and make payment.
• Confirm declaration and submit application form. 
• Keep a printout of GATE application form for future purposes. 

Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, has updated GATE two-paper combination, along with document checklist and exam cities details. Candidates must check complete details and keep their documents ready before applying.