GATE Registration 2026 Begins: Application Forms Out

GATE Registration 2026: The GATE registration link is accessible at the official website of gate2026.iitg.ac.in. It will remain open till the last date of 28th September (without late fees) and 9th October (with late fees).

GATE Exam 2026 Dates: The GATE 2026 exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15. The IIT Guwahati has started the GATE 2026 registration at the GOAPS portal. The GATE registration link 2026 is updated here. The official website GATE IIT Guwahati is gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

The GATE application process includes candidate registration at the GOAPS portal, followed by filling out the application form, uploading documents, and making the payment of the application fees.

 

GATE Registration 2026: Important Dates

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has launched a new website for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026. The official website link is gate2026.iitr.ac.in. 

 

 

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GATE Registration 2026: Official Website Launched

Watch this video for a detailed explanation about the GATE 2026 website launch, important dates, GATE syllabus, and exam pattern. The authority has launched the GATE 2026 official website to provide candidates with all the information for the exam. Candidates must check the GATE official website for all the latest news and updates.

 

 

 

GATE Registration 2025: Step-By-Step Procedure

Aspirants must undergo the GATE 2026 registration process on the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS). This involves providing essential details such as name, email ID, and mobile number to generate an enrollment ID. Check out the GATE Registration 2026 steps listed below.

• Step 1: Visit the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in, using an updated browser with reliable internet connectivity.
• Step 2: Access the GATE 2026 Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) by clicking the link on the homepage.
• Step 3: Initiate the registration process by selecting “Login” and then “Register.”
• Step 4: Enter essential details, including the applicant’s name, valid email ID, address, mobile number, and password.
• Step 5: Click on “Submit” to generate an OTP, which will be sent to the applicant’s registered mobile number.
• Step 6: Correctly enter the OTP to generate the GATE credentials.
• Step 7: Upon successful registration, applicants will receive a unique enrollment ID. It is advisable to save this ID for future reference.

 

 

GATE Registration 2026: List of Documents

To ensure a successful GATE Registration 2026 process, applicants are highly advised to keep the following documents handy while filling out the application form:

• Personal Details

  • Full Name (as per official records).
  • Date of Birth (DOB).
  • Gender.
  • Category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD).
  • Nationality.
  • Aadhaar Number (for Indian candidates) or Passport Number (for international candidates).

• Academic Details

  • Qualifying Degree (e.g., B.Tech, B.E., M.Sc, etc.).
  • Name of the Institution/University.
  • Year of Passing or Expected Year of Completion.
  • Marks/CGPA (if applicable).
• Communication address along with the pin code.
• College name and address with PIN code.
• GATE paper(s) (subject).
• Selection of four GATE examination cities.

 

• Scanned Copies

• • Photograph
  • Signature
  • Category Certificate
  • Degree Certificate
  • Provisional Certificate
  • PwD Certificate
  • Scanned copy of the Certificate of Dyslexia (if applicable) in PDF format.
  • Details of the valid photo identity document (ID).

• Net-banking/debit card/credit card/UPI details for fee payment.

 

Document Upload Guide for GATE Application 2026

Document verification is crucial for GATE admission. Ensure all uploads are authentic, clear, and complete to avoid complications during the admission process. Hence, you must be aware about the certain mistakes to avoid, such as oversized files, wrong format, multiple files, and corrupted files. Additionally, you must not upload blurred images, incomplete documents, name mismatch, etc.

Here is a summary of probable mistakes while uploading the documents.

 

 

GATE Registration 2026: Fees 

The GATE application fee for 2026 is as follows with the revised fee details for different category sections:

 

 

The application fee mentioned above does not include any service charges, processing fees, or other charges that the bank may levy. The GATE registration fee for two test papers will be twice that for a single paper.

Note:

• In addition, PwD candidates with a benchmark disability of more than 40% are eligible for fee concession.
• The paid application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Candidates can pay the application fee using provided payment gateways such as UPI/net banking/debit card/credit card/E-wallet.
• Late Fee: ₹500 for Indians and $20 for international candidates.
• Extra Paper Fee: ₹500 per additional paper for Indians and $20 for international candidates.

Download GATE 2026 Admit Card

The GATE 2026 admit card will be out in January 2026. Those who have successfully completed their registration for the GATE 2026 entrance exam will be able to download the GATE admit cards. To access the admit card, candidates must use the enrollment ID and password received during the registration process.

 

 

GATE Registration 2026: Paper-wise Eligibility Criteria

Degree/Program	Qualifying Degree/ Examination	Description of Eligible Candidates	Expected Year of Completion
B.E. / B.Tech. /  B. Pharm.	Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or three years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology)	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed	2025
B. Arch.	Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (5-year course) / Naval Architecture (4-year course) / Planning (4-year course)	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed	2026 (for a 5-year program), 2025 (for 4-year program)
B.Sc. (Research) / B.S.	Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/4 years after 10+2)	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed	2025
Pharm. D. (after 10+2)	Six years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, from third year onwards	Currently in the 3rd/4th/5th/6th year or already completed	2027
M.B.B.S./B.D.S.	Degree holders of M.B.B.S./B.D.S. and those who are in the 5th/6th/7th semester or higher semester of such programme	5th, 6th, 7th, or higher semester or already completed	2025
M. Sc. / M.A. / MCA or equivalent	Master’s degree in any branch of Arts/Science/Mathematics/Statistics/ Computer Applications or equivalent	Currently in the first year or higher or already Completed	2025
Int. M.E./ M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.)	Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/ Technology (4-year program)	Currently, in any year	any year
Int. M.E./ M.Tech./M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2)	Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering/Technology (5-year program)	Currently in the 3rd /4th/5th year or already completed	2026
B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com.	Bachelor’s degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3-year program)	Currently in the 3rd year or already completed	2025
Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S.	Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program	Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed	2026
Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.)	B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by the Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India, and so on)	Completed Section A or the equivalent of such professional courses	Enrolled Upto 31st May 2013*
B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry)	4-years B.Sc program	Currently in the 3rd/4th year or already completed	2025

 

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Conclusion 

As per the notification, the registration process for GATE 2026 has started on August 28, 2025. The registration link will be available on the official website, gate2026.iitr.ac.in. Before applying, candidates must check the GATE 2026 eligibility criteria. The last date for submitting the GATE application form without a late fee is September 28, 2025. The GATE 2026 registration link will also be updated on this page soon after the official release. The authority will conduct the GATE exam on February 7, 8, 14, & 15, 2026. 

 

FAQs

Do I need to submit the category certificate while filling in the GATE 2026 application form?

YES, all GATE aspirants must provide the category certificate to avail the concession in GATE application fee.

 

What are the details required for GATE application gorm 2026?

You must provide all personal details, like full name, DOB, education details, category certificate with scanned copies of images, signature, and documents.

 

How many times in a year is the GATE exam conducted?

The exam is conducted once a year. The GATE exam is held to offer admissions to master’s and PhD programs at top institutions, such as IITs and NITs.

 

When will the GATE 2026 registration start?

The GATE registration for 2026 has started on August 28. The IIT Guwahati has made the application link live on its website and a registration link is also available on the official website of GOAPS 2026 portal.