GATE 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) published notification for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. Whether you're aiming for a top-tier M.Tech program, a Ph.D. at a leading institution, or a coveted job at a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), the GATE score is your golden ticket. The information brochure is packed with all the crucial details you need, from eligibility criteria and important dates to the updated exam pattern. With the application portal opening on August 25, now is the time to gather your documents, finalize your preparation strategy, and begin your journey towards a brighter academic and professional future.

The GATE exam is a nationwide test conducted in eight zones across the country. It is organized by a special committee consisting of top faculty members from IISc Bangalore and seven IITs, under the guidance of the National Coordination Board (NCB), which is part of the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

IIT Guwahati GATE 2026 Overview

GATE full form: Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering
GATE 2026 Conducted by: Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati
Exam level: National level exam
Mode of the GATE exam: Online
Purpose of GATE 2026 exam: Admission to postgraduate programs like M.E./M.Tech/Ph.D at IITs, IISc, and various other universities and colleges across India. PSU recruitment

GATE 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of India. Moreover, NRIs who fulfil the eligibility conditions can also appear for IIT Guwahati GATE 2026.
Education Qualifications: Candidates who have completed a Bachelor's degree or are in the 3rd / higher years of any undergraduate degree program in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities can apply for the GATE 2026 exam.
Age Limit for GATE exam: There are no age criteria.

GATE 2026 Application Fees

General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹ 2000 (Regular Period) / ₹ 2500 (Extended Period)
SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates: ₹ 1000 (Regular Period) / ₹ 1500 (Extended Period)
Additional Charges

Late Fee (if any): ₹500 for Indian students or $20 for international students.
Extra Paper Fee: ₹500 for each extra paper (Indian students) or $20 for each extra paper (international students).

How to Apply for GATE 2026

GATE 2026 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is going to be conducted by IIT Guwahati. Here is a simple step-by-step guide on how to apply for GATE 2026:

Visit the GOAPS Portal: Go to the official GATE website and click on the application portal link.
Register: Sign up using a valid email address and mobile number to create an account and obtain your unique enrollment ID and password.
Log In: Log in to the GOAPS portal using your enrollment ID and password.
Fill the Application Form: Enter your personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
Upload Documents: Upload a scanned copy of your passport-sized photograph, signature, and any required category certificate.
Pay Application Fee: Complete the application process by paying the fee through online payment modes.
Submit and Download: Submit the application form and download a copy of the submitted form for your records.

GATE 2026 IIT Guwahati Exam Date

GATE Notification 2026 IIT Guwahati Release Date: August 5, 2025
Start date for GATE exam registration 2026: August 25, 2025
GATE 2026 registration last date (Without Late Fee): September 25, 2025
Last date to submit the GATE application form 2026 (With Late Fee): October 6, 2025
Modifications in the GATE 2026 application form: November 6, 2025
GATE admit card release date: January 2, 2026
GATE 2026 exam date branch wise: February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2025
Availability of GATE response sheet 2026: February 2026
Release of GATE exam answer key: February 2026
GATE 2026 answer key challenge period: February 2026
Result Date: March 19, 2026
Score Cards available for free download: March 27, 2026 to May 31, 2026
Score Cards available for download by paying a fee of ₹500 per test paper: June 01, 2026 to December 31, 2026