GATE

The GATE normalisation process is a technique to ensure fairness to all candidates appearing for the exam, based on the difficulty level of the paper. For the GATE papers conducted in multiple sessions, such as computer Science and civil engineering, the raw marks are converted into normalised marks using the formula by the GATE authorities. 

No, soft copy of the GATE 2026 admit card will not be accepted to the exam centre. Applicant must carry a hard copy of the hall ticket. Candidates must print the admit card on a A4 size paper using a printer in colored format. The GATE admit card will be released on January 2 (as per the official notification). 

Candidates who are availing scribe facility will be given a compensatory time of 60 minutes (one hour) as per the government norms. To opt for scribe assistance, candidates must choose the facility while filling out the GATE 2026 application form, providing the required documents (PwD or dyslexic certificate). 

Yes, candidates have the facility to change their exam city/centre, but during the application form correction window. The form correction facility will be available once the registration process is over. However, applicant can only change their exam centre from the same zone only (as mentioned earlier while filling the application form). 

Many PSUs accept the GATE score for recruitment. Here are some top PSUs that accept GATE scores for jobs -

• Airports Authority of India (AAI)
• Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC)
• Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
• Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
• Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS)
• National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

Most of the PSUs accept the current GATE scorecard for recruitment. Therefore, it is important to stay updated with the recruitment notifications. 

No, on the spot scribe facility is not available during the GATE exam day. Candidates have to apply or avail the GATE scribe assistance facility while filling the GATE application form 2026. Also, the applicant has to upload the relevant document in PDF format to proof his/her eligibility for scribe. 

To download the GATE scorecard, candidates need to provide their enrollment ID and password. The scorecard serves as proof or qualifying status of the candidates. Only those who have passed the GATE examination 2026 can download the scorecard. The scorecard will have the name of the applicant, followed by marks secured, subject details, etc. 

No, physical calculators will not be allowed in the GATE exam 2026. Candidates will be provided with a virtual calculator on their screen to attempt the questions. Candidates are advised to be well acquainted with the virtual calculator to solve questions with accuracy and speed. 

The GATE branch-wise dates will be released a few days before the announced exam dates. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest updates and notifications. The dates will be different for all 30 GATE papers. The details regarding the GATE exam date will be available in the admit card. 

GOAPS is also known as the GATE online application portal system used for performing GATE-related activities. With the help of GATE GOAPS portal, candidates can do the following -

• GATE registration
• Downloading admit card
• Checking and raising GATE answer key
• Downloading scorecard
• Checking cutoff scores

To access the GOAPS portal, candidates need to create an enrollment ID and password.