GATE Application Form

Candidates must upload scanned signature while filling GATE application form. The properties are as follows-

Candidates can choose upto three exam cities/centers while filling the GATE 2026 application form. The exam city preference must be from the same zone itself. This year, the GATE 2026 exam is being conducted in more than 200 cities across eight zones. 

The GATE exam (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is conducted for 30 test papers. The GATE papers are defined by the specific paper codes which is mentioned in the GATE 2026 information brochure, as well as in the application form. Candidates must check the paper codes and include them properly. 

The eligible GATE 2026 two-paper combinations for XE, XH, and XL are as follows -

Candidates can add a new paper in GATE 2026 form by logging to their credentials at GOAPS portal.  Select add paper and pay additional fee to submit. They can further change their paper during correction facility.

OBC-NCL and EWS category need not submit any category certificate while filling the GATE application form. All candidates have to submit the following -

• Photograph and signature (as per specifications)
• Valid photo ID (such as Aadhar card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
• Foreign nationals have to upload, either a Driving License or passport (in the valid ID section)

Category candidates must upload their caste certificate, and PwD/Dyslexic candidates must submit their medical (PwD or dyslexic certificate) to avail compensatory time. 

Here's what different GATE status mean-

• Received - this means that application has been received
• Under scrutiny - form is under review
• Accepted - means form is accepted by authorities
• Defect status - has discrepancies in form and needs to be corrected within given time
• Status after rectification - application status after submitting rectification
• Rejected - means GATE form is rejected for valid reasons

Candidates can check their GATE application status using enrollment ID and password

With the help of GATE application status, candidates can track their registration form, whether it is accepted or is under scrutiny. Applicants can get details regarding their application status, following process below -

• Visit GATE offiicial website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in
• Then click on application form link
• Enter enrollment ID and password
• The status will be displayed on screen
• Check and logout

GATE enrollment ID is different for each candidate. The identification number is generated after registration. Candidates can use enrollment ID to login and accesss at GOAPS portal. It must be kept safe to perform all GATE-related activities.

To retrieve GATE enrollment ID, candidates must keep their mobile number and email ID. The process can be checked below-

• Go to gate2026.iitg.ac.in
• Click on "forgot enrollment ID"
• Give OTP that is received on your mobile number
• Confirm, submit and retrieve enrollment ID