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a month agoContributor-Level 7
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.
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a month agoContributor-Level 7
The GATE 2026 is scheduled to take place on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The exam will be conducted online in two shifts. The session timings of the GATE 2026 exam are -
- Forenoon shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and
- Afternoon shift from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Candidates are advised to check their exam timings (mentioned on the GATE admit card 2026) and report to the exam centre 60 minutes before the exam.
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a month agoContributor-Level 7
The GATE Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is tailored for artificial intelligence and machine-level careers (AI/ML). The course curriculum has direct relevance to data Science and analytics roles. However, GATE CSE still offers more institute options, placements, and career opportunities. GATE DA is a new branch included in the GATE 2026 subjects, but in the coming years, it has a greater scope in careers, due to the advancement of technology towards Big Data and machine learning.
Overall, GATE DA is good for early specialisation and has good scope IN the future. On the other hand, GATE CS is an evergreen branch with heavy
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2 months agoContributor-Level 7
The change in the GATE 2026 syllabus will be known only after the release of the GATE official notification 2026. For now, candidates can refer to the syllabus structure of GATE 2025 below -
| GATE 2026 Section | GATE 2026 Weightage |
|---|---|
| General Aptitude (GA) | 15 Marks |
| Engineering Mathematics | 15 Marks (for applicable papers) |
| Subject-Specific Questions | 85 Marks |
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
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.
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
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.
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2 months agoContributor-Level 7
IIT Guwahati has released the GATE 2026 exam dates. The GATE 2026 exam will be held on February 7,8, 14, and 15, 2026. The exam will be conducted online in two sessions - Forenoon and Afternoon. Candidates are advised to keep all their documents and certificates to register for the GATE 2026 exam.
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