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    GATE 2026 Registration: Apply Online, Last Date with Late Fee

    GATE 2026 Registration: Apply Online, Last Date with Late Fee

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    K Guna SahitiUpdated on 19 Nov 2025, 03:31 PM IST
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    GATE 2026 registration - IIT Guwahati has concluded the GATE 2026 registration with late fee on October 13, 2025. The authority has provided the GOAPS portal link on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in which will help candidates in registration, admit card, result etc. The authority will release the GATE 2026 admit card on January 2, 2026. The GATE 2026 branch wise exam dates has been published by the authority. The GATE 2026 exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026.

    This Story also Contains

    1. What’s New in GATE 2026 Registration?
    2. GATE 2026 Registration Link
    3. GATE 2026 Registration - Highlights
    4. GATE 2026 Registration Form Correction
    5. What After GATE Application Form 2026?
    6. GATE Registration 2026 Release Date
    7. Who Can Fill the GATE Application Form 2026?
    8. Documents Required for GATE 2026 Application Form
    9. How to Fill GATE 2026 Registration Form? Detailed Process
    10. GATE 2026 Registration- Step Wise Process
    11. GATE 2026 Exam Centres
    GATE 2026 Registration: Apply Online, Last Date with Late Fee
    GATE application form 2026

    Candidates need to practice the GATE 2026 mock tests to score good GATE score in GATE 2026 exam. Read the article below to know more about the GATE 2026 registration.
    Latest- GATE 2026 syllabus

    The GATE 2026 application form registration was concluded with late fee on October 13, 2025. Aspirants had to follow the photo and signature guidelines while filling the GATE form 2026. The detailed GATE 2026 photo and signature guidelines had been provided online. Several online free PDF reducer tools are available that can be used for decreasing the document size as required for the GATE exam form 2026. For more details check the article.

    What’s New in GATE 2026 Registration?

    • GATE form correction window 2026 has been concluded.
    • GATE form correction window 2026 reopened for one day, on November 18, 2025.
    • GATE 2026 form correction extended till November 10, 2025.
    • GATE 2026 form correction dates are October 28 to November 3, 2025.
    • GATE 2026 registration has concluded.
    • GATE exam application form 2026 link has been released online at goaps.iitg.ac.in.
    • For GATE exam registration, in 2026, the exam authorities have revised the GATE 2026 registration fee from 1800 to 2000 for all candidates and 800 to 1000 for Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates.
    • This year, the GATE official website is goaps.iitg.ac.in
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    GATE 2026 Registration Link

    The authority has deactivated the GATE registration 2026 link on the official website. The GATE 2026 registration release date was August 28, 2025. Aspirants of the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering can check the eligibility, documents required and other information about the GATE 2026 application form on this page.

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    GATE 2026 Registration - Highlights

    The GATE exam registration link was provided on the official website. Refer to the table below for all GATE application form date and details.

    GATE Application Form 2026 Highlights

    Particulars

    GATE 2026 Registration Details

    GATE Full Form

    Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

    Exam Conducting Body

    IIT Guwahati

    GATE application form mode

    Online

    GATE 2026 registration official website

    gate2026.iitg.ac.in

    Release of Notification

    August 5, 2025

    Start date to apply for GATE 2026

    August 28, 2025

    GATE Last Date to Apply 2026

    September 28, 2025 October 6, 2025 October 7, 2025

    GATE 2026 registration last date with late fee

    October 9, 2025 October 13, 2025

    GATE 2026 Registration Fees

    • Female/ SC / ST / PwD* category candidates - Rs. 1000

    • All other candidates including foreign nationals - Rs. 2000

    GATE Registration Fees With Late Fee

    • Female/ SC / ST / PwD* category candidates - Rs. 1500

    • All other candidates, including foreign nationals - Rs. 2500

    Number of Attempts Allowed

    There is no restriction in the GATE attempt limit

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    How to Check GATE 2026 Application Status?

    To check the application status, candidates will have to log in at the GATE 2026 registration link using login credentials. If the application status of GATE is ‘Under Scrutiny/Under Process’, then the candidates need not worry. The responsible authorities scrutinize all the GATE application forms 2026 and those candidates whose application needs to be rectified in photograph/signature/supporting document get an automatic email/SMS.

    GATE Registration 2026: How to retrieve forgotten GATE enrolment ID/Password?

    In case candidates forget or misplace their GATE 2026 registration number, they can follow the below steps to retrieve their GATE enrolment ID or registration ID

    • Go to the GOAPS website, goaps.iitg.ac.in.

    • Click on ‘Forgot GATE 2026 Enrolment ID or Registration ID’

    • If you remember your Email Address but have forgotten the Enrolment ID and Registration ID, Click on 'Request for an OTP' to get One Time Password

    • If you already have an OTP, click on "Already have an OTP?" to reset the password

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    GATE 2026 Contact Details

    In case of any discrepancy, while filling out the GATE application form, candidates may contact the authorities through the GATE helpline number at 022-2576 7068 and 022-2572 4054

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    GATE 2026 Registration Form Correction

    The authority has concluded the GATE 2026 application form correction window on November 18, 2025. The GATE exam application form correction link has been de-activated on the official website.The steps for the GATE registration form correction are as follows:

    • Login through GOAPS by entering your GATE enrolment number and password.

    • Correct the permissible details.

    • Pay the difference in fee if applicable and submit.

    • Save the application form for GATE 2026.

    Details Rectified in GATE 2026 Application Correction

    Items that can be corrected

    Comments

    Name

    According to the document submitted in the application

    Date of Birth

    According to the document submitted in the application

    Gender

    1) Male to Female: Status could be changed, but Fees were not refunded

    2) Female to Male: Candidates have to pay the amount of Rs 1000 (Rs 500 for SC/ST and PwD candidates)

    Category

    1) SC/ ST to Gen/ OBC: Candidates have to pay the difference amount of Rs 500 (not applicable for Female and PwD candidates)

    2) Gen/ OBC to SC/ ST: Candidates can change the status but there is no fees refund

    PwD status

    1) No to Yes: Candidates were able to change their status but do not get the fee refund (Scribe status to be captured)

    2) Yes to No: With fees of Rs 1000 (Rs 500 for SC/ST and PwD candidates)

    Dyslexia and other similar learning disabilities

    1) No to Yes: Candidates could correct the status but with a valid proof

    2)Yes to No: Candidates could correct the status

    Details of Parents/ Guardian/ Correspondence address

    According to the document submitted in the application

    College name and location, Roll no, Registration no.

    According to the document submitted in the application

    Exam paper

    Correction with fees

    Exam city

    Correction with fees

    GATE 2026 Application Form Correction Fees

    Description of Changes / Modifications

    Fee Charges (per paper)

    Name changing

    ₹ 500

    Date of birth changing

    ₹ 500

    For changing choice of examination cities

    ₹ 500

    To change existing paper

    ₹ 500

    Change of category to SC/ST

    ₹ 500

    Change of category from SC/ST to any other

    ₹ 500 (For female candidates or PwD candidates)

    ₹ 500 + ₹ 1000 = ₹ 1500 (For all other candidates)

    Change of gender from female to any other gender

    ₹ 500 (For SC/ST and PwD candidates)

    ₹ 500 + ₹ 1000 = ₹ 1500 (For all other candidates)

    Change of gender to female

    ₹ 500

    Change from Non-PwD/Dyslexic to PwD/Dyslexic

    ₹ 500

    Change from PwD/Dyslexic to Non-PwD/Dyslexic

    ₹ 500 (For female candidates or SC/ST candidates)

    ₹ 500 + ₹ 1000 = ₹ 1500 (For all other candidates)

    Details of Parents/Guardian/Correspondence Address

    NIL

    College Name and Location, Roll No.

    NIL

    Details of Qualifying Degree

    NIL

    Any other change in category (not mentioned above)

    ₹ 500


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    What After GATE Application Form 2026?

    Candidates who complete the GATE 2026 registration by paying the application fee will be able to download their admit cards from the official website. Applicants have to access the GATE GOAPS login to obtain their admit cards. Candidates with a valid GATE 2026 admit card will be allowed to appear for the GATE examination. The authority will announce the GATE 2026 admit card date on the official website. The GATE admit card will include details such as the candidate's personal details, exam date and time, centre address and guidelines.

    GATE Registration 2026 Release Date

    Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati announced the application dates for GATE 2026. The process for GATE form fill up 2026 was done online. Candidates had to fill out and submit the GATE 2026 application form by uploading the necessary documents. Check the GATE 2026 last date

    GATE 2026 Registration Date

    Events

    GATE Registration 2026 Dates

    Start date of GATE 2026 registration through GOAPS

    August 28, 2025

    GATE registration 2026 last date

    September 28, 2025 October 6, 2025 October 7, 2025

    Last date for submission of the GATE exam application form (by registered candidates) with an additional late fee of Rs. 500 (Extended)

    October 9, 2025 October 13, 2025

    GATE 2026 application form correction starts

    October 28, 2025

    Last Date for change of Category, Paper, and Examination City (extended)

    November 3, 2025 November 10, 2025

    GATE form correction window 2026 reopenedNovember 18, 2026

    Release of Admit Card

    January 2, 2026

    GATE 2026 exam date

    February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026

    Who Can Fill the GATE Application Form 2026?

    Candidates who satisfy the eligibility conditions were able to apply for GATE 2026 online. The eligibility criteria include details such as age limit and minimum educational qualifications. Here is the stream-wise eligibility to satisfy before GATE form fill up.

    • There is no age limit to apply for GATE exam.

    • Candidates who are currently studying in the 3rd or higher years of any undergraduate degree program or who have completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts/Humanities are eligible to appear for GATE 2026.

    Documents Required for GATE 2026 Application Form

    Candidates must upload the required documents for GATE 2026 registration in the specified format. The list of documents required for GATE 2026 application are mentioned below. It is advised to keep the following documents handy while filling out the GATE 2026 application form.

    Document Required for GATE Registration 2026

    Documents

    Dimensions

    Photograph

    • Dimension: 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm
    • Resolution range: 240 x 320 pixels - 480 x 640 pixels
    • Should be taken after August 1, 2025 with 60%-70% face coverage

    Signature

    • With black or dark blue ink.

    • The maximum pixel resolution is 580 × 180 pixels and the minimum resolution is 250 × 80 pixels.

    A scanned copy of a photo Identity document: Aadhar-UID (preferable), Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Driving License

    N/A

    Scanned copy of Category (SC/ST) certificate in pdf format (if applicable)

    N/A

    Scanned copy of PwD Certificate in pdf format

    N/A

    Scanned copy of Certificate of Dyslexia (if applicable) in pdf format

    N/A

    How to Fill GATE 2026 Registration Form? Detailed Process

    To know the complete GATE form fill up 2026 process, refer to the given step-wise GATE application form submission process

    • Visit the GATE registration 2026 official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in login, that is GOAPs portal.

    • Click on the GATE registration link and complete the registration process.

    • Login credentials will be generated.

    • Proceed to fill out the GATE 2026 application form with exam details, personal and academic information.

    • Upload scanned images of the requisite documents.

    • Fill the online declaration.

    • Check the preview of the filled application form of GATE 2026 and verify details.

    • Submit the GATE registration 2026.

    • Pay the GATE registration fee as the final step.


    How to Fill GATE 2026 Registration Form


    Details Required for GATE Application Form 2026

    Candidates must be aware of the details required while applying for the GATE 2026 exam. These details must be kept handy prior to applying for the GATE exam. The details required for the GATE exam registration 2026 include:

    • Personal information (name, date of birth, personal mobile number, parent's name, parent's mobile number, etc.).

    (Please note that the name of the candidate in the GATE application form must exactly be the same as that in the valid photo ID, which the candidate will have to produce in original while appearing for exam at the centre. GATE 2026 scorecard will be issued as per the name entered in the GATE exam application form.)

    • Prefix/titles such as Mr / Shri / Dr / Mrs / Smt / Prof / Capt / Maj / Lt / Col / Er / Ar, etc. must not be used before names.

    • Address for Communication (including PIN code).

    • Eligibility degree details.

    • GATE paper(s) / subjects and their codes in which the candidate wishes to appear.

    • Three Choices of GATE examination cities (from the same zone).

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

    Candidates may also check:

    GATE 2026 Registration- Step Wise Process

    Read the step-by-step procedure to fill and submit the GATE application form 2026:

    GATE-2025-registration-process

    Step-by-step procedure to fill GATE application form

    Step-by-step procedure to fill GATE application form

    Step 1 - GATE Registration: This is the initial step in the GATE 2026 registration. Candidates can register through the GATE online application processing system (GOAPS) using the registration link. Following are the GATE exam registration details

    • Candidate’s first, middle name and surname

    • Valid email ID

    • Country of residence

    • Mobile number

    • Password for future login

    GATE_2025_registration_window

    After entering all the above-mentioned details, click on the 'confirm' tab. A system-generated One Time Password (OTP) will be sent to the registered email ID and mobile number. Use the OTP to complete the GATE 2026 registration. Thereafter, a unique enrollment ID will be allotted to the successfully registered candidates.

    GATE_2025_registration_window

    Note: If there is a delay in receiving the OTP, the candidates can proceed with payment with verification of either email ID or mobile number. The remaining one can be verified at a later stage.

    Step 2 - Access the GATE login portal and fill out the online application form - Enter the following details to fill out the application form once the GATE 2026 registration is completed:

    • Personal Details: Information like the name of the candidate, father’s & mother's name, date of birth, nativity etc need to be entered.

    • Academic Detail: Information related to academic qualifications from HSC till graduation needs to be entered.

    • Communication Details: Address as well as the permanent address needed to fill.

    • GATE Paper: Select the GATE paper appearing for. Note: Change of GATE 2026 exam paper is not allowed after submission of the form.

    • GATE 2026 Exam Centre: Select a total of three exam cities from the given list. The first two centres must be from the same zone while the third can be from any GATE 2026 regional zone.

    • Photo Identity Proof: The photo ID number and type of ID have to be entered

    GATE_2025_exam_centres_window

    Step 3 - Upload scanned images of photo, signature and other documents

    GATE_2025_reigstration_document_window

    Step 6 - Submit the GATE exam application form: After successfully paying the registration fee, submit the GATE 2026 application form. Only those candidates who will register successfully will be able to access the admit card Therefore, aspirants should complete the registration process before the GATE last date to apply.

    GATE Application Form 2026: Two-paper Combination

    First Paper CodeSecond Paper Code
    AECE, ME, XE
    AGCE
    ARCE, GE
    BMBT, IN
    BTBM, XL
    CE

    AE, AG, AR, ES, GE, NM, XE

    CHES, PE, XE
    CS

    DA, EC, GE, MA, PH, ST

    CYXE, XL
    DA

    CS, EC, EE, MA, ME, PH, ST, XE

    EC

    CS, DA, EE, IN, PH

    EE

    DA, EC, IN, PH

    ESCE, CH, GE
    EYXL
    GE

    AR, CE, CS, ES, GG

    GGGE
    IN

    BM, EC, EE, ME

    MA

    CS, DA, PH, ST

    ME

    AE, DA, IN, NM, PI, XE

    MN-
    MTXE
    NMCE, ME
    PECH
    PH

    CS, DA, EC, EE, MA, XE

    PIME, XE
    ST

    CS, DA, MA, XH

    TF-
    XE

    AE, CE, CH, CY, DA, ME, MT, PH, PI

    XHST
    XLBT, CY, EY

    GATE 2026 Exam Centres

    IIT Guwahati has released the list of GATE 2026 exam centres on the official website. Candidates must select their preferred GATE exam centre 2026 while completing the GATE 2026 registration. Exam cities were added for GATE 2026 in various zones: IISc Bangalore (Puttur), IIT Delhi (Bhilwara, Dausa, Hanumangarh), IIT Madras (Nandyal, Erode, Krishnagiri, Pollachi), and IIT Guwahati (Baddi, Palampur, Una). The exam centres will be allotted based on the preferences chosen during the application process.

    GATE Exam Centres (Tentative)

    Zones

    GATE Exam Cities

    IIT Guwahati

    26

    IISc Bangalore

    37

    IIT Bombay

    37

    IIT Delhi

    22

    IIT Guwahati

    24

    IIT Kanpur

    14

    IIT Kharagpur

    30

    IIT Madras

    48

    Total

    238

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When should I apply for GATE 2026?
    A:

    The registration for GATE 2026 was held till October 13, 2025.

    Q: How to apply for GATE 2026?
    A:

    Candidates had to fill out and submit the GATE application form 2026 online. Students can refer to this article to find the detailed procedure to fill out and submit the GATE 2026 application form.

    Q: How to make the fee payment for GATE 2026?
    A:

    To pay the GATE 2026 application fee, candidates had to use online modes such as net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI. The GATE registration fee for general category applicants is Rs 2000 (without a late fee) and Rs 2500 (with a late fee).

    Q: What is the last date to register for GATE 2026?
    A:

    The GATE 2026 registration last date was October 7, 2025 (without a late fee) and with a late fee, it was October 13, 2025.

    Q: What is the GATE application late fee?
    A:

    For female and reserved category candidates applying for GATE 2026 had to pay Rs. 1500 as a late registration fee. The GATE 2026 late fees for all other candidates was Rs 2500 for a single paper.

    Q: What is the fee for GATE application for 2 papers?
    A:

    The GATE exam fee for per test is Rs. 1000. Therefore, candidates who wished to apply for 2 papers had to pay Rs. 2000. 

    Q: Where can I fill out the GATE 2026 application form?
    A:

    GATE exam registration link was available at gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

    Q: How much is the registration fee for GATE 2026
    A:

    GATE 2026 registration fees is 2000 for all categories except Female/SC/ST/PwD. The GATE 2026 fee for Female/SC/ST/PwD is 1000.

    Q: Can one email address be used to fill multiple application forms of GATE 2026?
    A:

    No. One e-mail address can be used to submit only one GATE application form 2026. Candidates are discouraged from filling out multiple GATE exam application forms using different email addresses.

    Q: How to correct mistakes in GATE application form?
    A:
    1. Visit the GATE 2026 official website.
    2. Click on the application form correction link.
    3. Login using enrollment number/email ID and password.
    4. Now make changes to the GATE exam centre details.
    5. Finally, submit the change.
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