GATE Application Form

In case, the GATE GOAPS portal is not working, then check your internet. Also, try accessing it using Google Chrome or Firefox in incognito mode. Clear your browser cache or switch devices. Prefer using a desktop. The server often slows down during peak traffic hours, especially near the deadline. If the issue persists, wait a while or try late at night or early morning when server traffic is low.

A bonafide certificate is not required while filling the application form. Only documents that are prescribed by the authorities should be uploaded. However, it is important and necessary to keep it ready as it will be required during the counselling/admission process (incase the result is delayed). 

Yes, you can. If you have selected the wrong gender or category in the GATE application form 2026, then you can change it during the GATE application form correction window. The correction facility will be available at the GOAPS portal after the completion of the GATE registration. 

To fix this, candidates need to pay an additional amount through netbanking/credit card/debit card/UPI. Always review the confirmation page before final submission to avoid such mistakes.

If you do not receive any confirmation message or email after submitting the GATE 2026 application form, then here's what you can do -

• Check your spam/junk folder
• Ensure that your mobile number and email ID are active 
• Log in to the GOAPS portal and verify that the form status is marked as submitted with a successful payment.
• If the issue persists, then contact the GATE helpdesk

Yes, the Indian Institute of Technology has increased the GATE 2026 application fees. Candidates can check the revised GATE exam fees 2026 below -

No, a thumb impression is not compulsory to be uploaded in the application form of GATE 2026. According to the latest instructions, the candidates will have to fulfil the criteria of uploading their passport size photograph, signature, valid ID proof, and eligibility papers (provisional certificate, caste, or PwD certificate), and a thumb impression is not a necessary document to apply.

Summary:
All you have to do is copy-paste a well-formatted photo and signature, the required certificates and identity proof. GATE 2026 no longer requires thumb impressions in the document upload requirement.

Once the GATE application form is submitted, the GOAPS portal will show a confirmation message and generate a PDF preview of your form. Candidates will also receive an email and SMS confirmation. Candidates must check that their payment status shows "successful" and all the uploaded documents are clearly visible. Candidates can login at the GOAPS portal to check their application status and download their submitted form. 

No, the GATE 2026 application fee must be paid in one transaction using online payment methods like debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking. There is no option for part payments or EMI. Once the payment is successful, a confirmation receipt will be generated. If payment fails but the amount is debited, wait for a refund or contact support with proof.