GATE

Hi, In India, the most common and widely accepted way to pursue a M.Tech is by qualifying for GATE. To know how you can pursue an M.Tech without a GATE score, refer below:

Some institutes conduct their own entrance exams for admission to MTech.
Some colleges have limited no. of seats for sponsored candidates.
Certain institutes offer direct admission to candidates with exceptional academic records.

Candidates can find the GATE 2026 mock test papers on the official website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The mock test link will be activated a few months before the exam. Aspirants can attempt the GATE mock tests for free using a dummy email ID. The mock test links are available for all 30 branch papers. With the help of the GATE mock test papers, candidates can get an idea of the exam pattern, difficulty level, and high-weightage topics. 

The following ID proofs are accepted for GATE 2026 registration -

• For Indian Nationals - Aadhar, PAN Card, Government- issued ID, Passport, Voter ID, and Driving License.
• For International candidates - valid passport/Government- issued ID or Driving License. 

Candidates can submit/upload any one of the following. 

NOTE: Applicants must carry the one that they have uploaded in their application form. 

Candidates can avail the scribe facility in GATE 2026 by uploading a valid disability certificate or UDID. Candidates can avail the GATE scribe assistance while filling the application form. According to the government guidelines, the scribe's qualification must be a minimum of two academic year's below and a maximum of three academic year's below (the minimum qualification for appearing in GATE 2026). 

A caste certificate in the regional language is not acceptable. In that case, what you can do is convert it into English language by the authority (where you got it issued). After getting it converted, scan it properly and upload it in PDF format while filling the GATE application form 2026. 

Here are the following documents that you need to submit while filling the application form (if you are in your 3rd year) -

• Valid photo and signature as per specifications
• Valid photo ID proof
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• PwD or Dyslexic certificate (if applicable)

Other than the above, there are no additional documents required. 

If you've changed the name recently but your marksheet has the old name, then you can submit an affidavit for the same. Also, one must provide a valid reason for it. You can also contact your GATE zone helpcentre to assist. 

You can also contact your respective board and submit an application request for a name change along with the required documents. Once the board approves, a new board marksheet will be issued to you. 

No, OBC-NCL certificate is not required during the GATE 2026 form filling process. However, the certificate will be required at the time of admission process/counselling. 

Yes, IIT Guwahati has activated the GATE 2026 application form link on the official website. The application form was released on August 28. The last date to submit the form is September 28 (without late fees) and October 9 (with late fees). 

No, a bonafide certificate is not required while filling the GATE application form. However, candidates must keep their bonafide ready, as it will be needed at the time of counselling and in the admission process. The required documents for GATE 2026 registration include -

• GATE photo and signature and,  
• Scanned valid photo ID