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DigiLocker Mandatory for GATE Registration 2027- IIT Madras has made DigiLocker mandatory for GATE 2027 registration. All those who are applying for the entrance exam must provide access to fetch details from DigiLocker first. Thereafter, they can proceed with the GATE registration. The GATE 2027 application process has started on September 2, 2026, on the offiical website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Candidates are advised to keep their DigiLocker account ready before starting the application process. Check this page for details on how to apply and other important information related to GATE 2027.
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IIT Madras has made DigiLocker compulsory for GATE 2027 registration. That is, aspirants will first have to create a DigiLocker account. If they already have an account, then they must update their details. The authority will link the GOAPS account with DigiLocker to authenticate the information given during the registration. Hence, all the data must be reviewed carefully.
Those who do not have a DigiLocker account can follow the given steps to create one.
Go to digilocker.gov.in.
Click on the ‘Login/Register’ tab on the home page.
Provide the mobile number or use the Aadhaar number
Enter the OTP sent to the Aadhaar-linked mobile number
Submit
The account is created.
Now check the details and update them under the profile.
The following information will be taken from DigiLocker for GATE registration 2026.
Name
Date of birth
Mobile number
Email ID
Profile picture
Address
Verified ID card number
Check this section for the GATE registration 2027 details, how to apply and much more. The process in completely online. Candidates have to go through the step-by-step procedure mentioned below. Before proceeding with the registration, all aspirants should create or update their DigiLocker account. It will be linked with the GOAPS account for easy registration.
Visit the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
Clink on new registration link
Provide full name, valid email ID, mobile number and choose a password.
Enter the OTP and create the account.
The registration is complete.
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Login to the portal using enrolment ID and password.
Provide personal details like name, date of birth etc.
Enter academic details.
Choose GATE paper and combination (if required).
Select the exam cities
Upload a recent photo and live photo.
Upload signature
Provide ID
Upload category certificate (if needed)
Upload any other needed certificates
Lastly, enter the UPI/net banking/debit card/credit card details for fee payment.
The form is completed after the fee payment is successful.
Students must refer to the GATE exam dates and highlights. They are advised to create the DigiLocker account for GATE registration before the process begins to avoid last-minute hassle.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
Exam Conducting Body | IIT Madras |
GATE registration mode | Online |
GATE 2027 official website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
GATE 2027 registration date |
September 2, 2026 |
GATE application last date | September 27, 2026 (without any late fee) |
GATE 2027 registration last date | October 5, 2026 (with a late fee) |
GATE 2027 application fee |
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GATE 2027 exam date | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, it is necessary for candidates to have an account in DigiLocker for GATE 2027.
Students can register at gate2027.iitmac.in.
The official site DigoLocker is digilocker.gov.in.
The registration date for GATE 2027 will be released soon.
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