GATE Application Form

In the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Paper 1 is common for all aspirants, comprising general aptitude and engineering mathematics. On the other hand, Paper 2 is subject-specific, allowing candidates to choose a paper from their core engineering discipline. 

Overall, Paper 1 tests broader skills applicable to the engineering fields, while Paper 2 focuses on the candidate's chosen branch. 

Yes, final year candidates can apply for GATE (even if their results are not declared). Candidates must mention complete and correct details regarding their educational qualifications while filling out the application form. 

NOTE: Your final results are not required at the time of filling out the application form. Candidates must provide only the documents prescribed by the GATE authorities. 

However, make sure to keep a provisional certificate or a certificate from your Head of Department confirming your current enrollment, as it will be required at the time of admission or PSU recruitment. 

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If you've made the payment and didn't get a confirmation, do not make a fresh transaction immediately. Wait for at least 24 to 48 hours, and the status can be checked once you log in again. If the status is not displayed on the dashboard, then check your bank statement and take a screenshot or download the receipt. After that, write an email or contact the GATE helpdesk mentioning complete details, including your GATE application ID. 

The fee for two papers in GATE is INR 3000 for the general and OBC categories. Candidates can make the payment using any of the following payment modes -

• Netbanking
• Credit card
• Debit card
• UPI

Yes, the GATE GOAPS 2026 portal has been created. The GOAPS portal is goaps.iitg.ac.in. The portal was activated on August 28 for online GATE registrations 2026. 

The GATE 2026 official notification has been released along with the registration dates and exam schedule and changes in fees and GATE paper. However, the GATE information brochure, two paper combination list, exam cities, etc., have been updated on the website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in. 

You can fill out the GATE online application form 2026 from August 25 onwards on the GOAPS portal. The link will be available and activated on the GATE's 2026 website. Candidates are advised to keep all their information and documents ready before the registration begins. The last date to submit the form with regular fees is September 25 and with late fees is October 6. 

The GATE 2026 exam date February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The exam will be held in two shifts- forenoon (9:30 to 12:30 pm) and afternoon (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm). Candidates can find the GATE 2026 exam schedule on our page or can check the official GATE 2026 website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in. 

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