GATE 2026 registration begins on August 28, 2025, at
gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Check important dates, eligibility, required documents,
exam cities, and subject combinations here.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 registration process will commence on August 28, 2025.
Candidates aspiring for postgraduate programs (M.Tech/M.E.), direct Ph.D.
admissions, recruitment in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), or international
university applications can register at the official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
This year, IIT Guwahati is the organizing
institute. The official information brochure is already live, detailing eligibility
criteria, exam cities, subject combinations, and more.
GATE 2026:
Important Dates
Here’s the complete timeline for GATE 2026:
|
Activity |
Day |
Date |
|
Registration Begins (GOAPS) |
Thursday |
August 28, 2025 |
|
Last Date (Without Late Fee) |
Sunday |
September 28, 2025 |
|
Extended Last Date (With Late Fee) |
Thursday |
October 9, 2025 |
|
GATE 2026 Exam Dates |
Saturdays & Sundays |
February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026 |
|
Result Declaration |
Thursday |
March 19, 2026 |
What’s New in GATE 2026?
·
Revised two-paper
combinations for candidates opting for dual subjects.
·
Eligibility
clarifications for students from international universities.
·
Minor updates in
application requirements for PwD and dyslexic candidates.
Eligibility Criteria for GATE 2026
General Eligibility:
·
Candidates in 3rd year or
above of any undergraduate degree program.
·
Candidates with a completed
degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts/Humanities.
Professional Society Exams:
·
Certifications recognized
by MoE/AICTE/UGC/UPSC as equivalent to undergraduate programs.
International Students:
·
Must have a Bachelor’s
degree (minimum three years) in relevant fields.
Documents Required for Registration
·
Recent passport-size
photograph (as per specifications)
·
Signature scan
·
Valid Photo ID (must
match ID presented at exam center)
·
Category certificate
(SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
·
PwD/UDID certificate, if
applicable
·
Dyslexia certificate, if
applicable
·
Additional Annexures, if
required
Exam Cities & Zones
GATE 2026 will be held across 8 zones:
·
IISc Bengaluru Zone
·
IIT Bombay Zone
·
IIT Delhi Zone
·
IIT Guwahati Zone
·
IIT Kanpur Zone
·
IIT Kharagpur Zone
·
IIT Madras Zone
·
IIT Roorkee Zone
Candidates must choose three cities within the same zone.
Allotment may vary based on availability.
Approved Subject Combinations for Dual Papers
GATE 2026 allows
candidates to opt for one or two papers. Some combinations include:
|
First Paper |
Second Paper |
|
AE |
CE, ME, XE |
|
AG |
CE |
|
AR |
CE, GE |
|
BM |
BT, IN |
|
IN |
BM, EC, EE, ME |
|
MA |
CS, DA, PH, ST |
|
ME |
AE, DA, IN, NM, PI, XE |
|
GG |
GE |
Note: Exam
centers for the second paper may differ within the same city due to scheduling.
GATE 2026 Exam Schedule
The exam will be conducted in two sessions per day:
·
Forenoon: 9:30 AM – 12:30
PM
·
Afternoon: 2:30 PM – 5:30
PM
Summary of the news
GATE 2026 is a
crucial opportunity for engineering, science, and technology graduates seeking higher
education or PSU careers. With registrations starting August 28, 2025,
candidates should prepare early, review the updated two-paper combinations, and
ensure all documents are ready before applying.
👉 Apply online at gate2026.iitg.ac.in starting August 28, 2025.
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