GATE 2027: Registration for the GATE exam will not start today, schedule has changed..
GATE 2027 Registration Date: IIT Madras has revised the registration schedule for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE). According to the revised schedule, the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) will now open on August 27, 2026. Previously, the application process was scheduled to begin on August 14.
As per the new schedule, candidates can apply during the regular period until September 27, 2026. The extended application period will conclude on October 5, 2026.
Note the new dates for GATE 2027:
Important Process | Revised Date
GOAPS Opens | August 27, 2026
Last Date for Regular Registration | September 27, 2026
Last Date for Extended Registration | October 5, 2026
City Allotment Notification | January 4, 2027
Admit Card | Not Announced
Exam Week 1 | February 6-7, 2027
Exam Week 2 | February 13-14, 2027
Exam Week 3 | February 20-21, 2027
Result | March 19, 2027
When will the GATE exam be held?
The GATE exam will be conducted in February 2027.
The exam will be held over three weeks.
The first phase will take place on February 6 and 7, 2027; the second phase on February 13 and 14; and the third phase on February 20 and 21, 2027.
The date for the release of admit cards has not yet been finalized.
The result will be declared on March 19, 2027.
Which documents should be kept ready before applying?
Candidates should keep the necessary documents and information ready before the application process begins. These include:
Aadhaar/Virtual ID or other valid photo identity proof
Recent passport-sized photograph
Signature
SC/ST certificate, if applicable
PwD/UDID certificate, if applicable
Dyslexia certificate, if applicable
Academic details regarding degree and institution
Date of birth and parent/guardian details
Contact address including PIN code
GATE paper and choice of examination city
DigiLocker account required
It is mandatory for Indian candidates to register for GATE 2027 via DigiLocker. Candidates must create or update their verified DigiLocker account before applying.
Where can the GATE score be used?
GATE scores are used for admission to M.Tech, M.E., M.S., and other postgraduate and doctoral programs at various institutions, including IITs, NITs, and IIITs.
Many government organizations and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) also use GATE scores in their recruitment processes. Candidates should fill out the form only after carefully reading the instructions issued on the official GATE website once the application process begins.
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