GATE 2026 Registration Deadline Extended: Apply Without Late Fee Till October 6, 2025

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially extended the registration deadline for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. Candidates now have until October 6, 2025, to submit their applications without paying any late fee. Earlier, the last date to apply was September 28, 2025.

Those who miss the extended deadline can still apply with a late fee until October 9, 2025 through the official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Aspirants are advised not to wait until the last moment and complete their registration process as soon as possible.

Who Can Apply for GATE 2026?

The GATE 2026 exam is open to:

• Graduates and final-year students in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, and Humanities.

• There is no age limit for appearing in the exam.

This makes the exam a great opportunity for candidates from diverse academic fields aiming to pursue higher studies or secure jobs in public sector undertakings (PSUs).

Updated Exam Dates for GATE 2026

IIT Guwahati has also decided to make changes to the previously announced exam schedule. Initially, the exam was set for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. However, since the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) is scheduled for February 8, the GATE exam date that falls on the same day will be shifted.

According to the institute, the rescheduled paper may be conducted either on February 6 or February 16, 2026. The final revised timetable will be released soon on the official website.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for GATE 2026

1. Visit the official portal: gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

2. Click on the “Apply Online” link available on the homepage.

3. Complete the registration process by providing the required details.

4. Fill out the GATE 2026 application form carefully.

5. Upload all necessary documents in the prescribed format.

6. Pay the application fee and submit the form.

7. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Application Fee Details

According to the official notification, the registration fee for GATE 2026 is:

• ₹1,000 – for women, SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

• ₹2,000 – for candidates from the general category.

For late registration (till October 9, 2025), the fee will increase to:

• ₹1,500 – for women, SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

• ₹2,500 – for general category candidates.

Key Takeaway

With the extension of the registration deadline, candidates now have a golden chance to complete their GATE 2026 application without late fees until October 6, 2025. Since the exam schedule is also being revised, aspirants are advised to keep a close watch on the official website for the updated timetable.