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    Documents Required for GATE Registration 2027 - List of Documents, Format

    Documents Required for GATE Registration 2027 - List of Documents, Format

    Team Careers360Updated on 24 Jul 2026, 03:21 PM IST

    Documents required for GATE Registration 2027: IIT Madras has released the list of documents required for GATE registration 2027 in the information brochure. Candidates can check the documents PDF on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. It is important to upload the necessary files with the correct specifications during the GATE 2027 registration process. The authority will commence the GATE 2027 application form filling process on August 14, 2026. In case of any errors, the authority will mark the defects and inform the applicants after thorough scrutiny. Candidates can rectify the GATE defects only during the specified dates. The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027. GATE exam aspirants can find the checklist of documents required for GATE 2027 registration on this page.
    Related: GATE 2027 information brochure

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    1. Documents Required for GATE 2027 Registration
    2. Details Required to fill the GATE 2027 Application Form
    3. How to Check GATE 2027 Application Status?
    Documents Required for GATE Registration 2027 - List of Documents, Format
    Documents Required for GATE Registration

    The authority will conduct the GATE 2027 exam in online mode for 30 exam papers. Applicants had to upload the required documents for GATE 2027 in online mode only. The documents required for GATE registration for females and males are the same. However, reserved category candidates had to submit additional documents required for GATE registration. Read the complete article for more information about the required documents for GATE registration 2027.

    Documents Required for GATE 2027 Registration

    IIT Madras has uploaded the list of documents required for the GATE application form 2027 online on the official website. The authority has also provided the specifications for the required documents for GATE 2027 through the GATE exam notification. Candidates can check the list of required documents for GATE registration from the table below. It is advised to keep the required documents ready in the specified format before starting to fill out the application form.

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    • Identity Proof/Photo ID: Aadhaar-UID (preferable), Aadhaar Virtual ID, Government-issued ID, Passport, PAN card, Voter ID or Driving License.

    • Category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) Certificate: Candidates who belong to SC/ST category must upload a valid documentary proof (for availing concession in application fee)

    • Person with Disability (PwD) Certificate: Recently obtained and valid PwD certificate issued by the competent authority.

    • Certificate of Dyslexia: The dyslexic candidates should attach a valid dyslexic certificate issued by any authorised Dyslexia Association

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    Photograph and Signature Requirements

    Document

    Specification

    Acceptable uploading Format

    Photograph

    • Size - 3.5 cm width × 4.5 cm height

    • Aspect ratio - 0.66 to 0.89

    • 60% - 70% of Face Coverage

    • Maximum pixels range from 200×260 to 530×690

    • File size- 600 KB

    In JPG/JPEG format

    Signature

    • Aspect ratio- 1:R (R = 2.75 to 3.75)

    • Area of the signature must cover 70-80% of the image.

    • Pixels Range from 250 × 80 to 580 × 180

    • File size -300 KB

    • Sign with black or dark blue colour ink only.

    Category certificate (if applicable)

    N/A

    PDF format

    PwD certificate (if applicable)

    N/A

    Certificate of Dyslexia (if applicable)

    N/A

    Scanned copy of valid photo Identity document: Aadhar-UID (preferable)/ Passport/ PAN Card/ Voter ID/ Driving License.


    N/A

    Note- The photo ID must have the candidate’s name, date of birth, and a unique photo ID number. Candidates have to carry the same photo ID to the GATE exam centre while appearing for the exam.

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    Details Required to fill the GATE 2027 Application Form

    Apart from uploading the documents, candidates had to provide certain information to successfully submit the GATE application form. Aspirants are advised to use the checklist provided below and ensure they have all the required details before commencing the GATE registration.

    • Personal information (name, date of birth, personal mobile number, parents’ name, parents’ mobile number, etc.).

      • The name of the candidate in the application form must be the same as that in the valid photo ID, which the candidate MUST produce in original while appearing for the GATE 2027 examination at the centre.

      • The GATE 2027 scorecard will be issued as per the name entered in the application form.

      • Prefixes/titles such as Mr / Shri / Dr / Mrs / Smt / Prof / Capt / Maj / Lt / Col / Er / Ar, etc. MUST NOT be used.

    • Candidate’s communication address.

    • Qualifying degree and details.

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

    • 3 choices of GATE examination cities (from the same zone).

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

    How to Check GATE 2027 Application Status?

    Candidates who have submitted the GATE application form can check their application status online. Applicants have to log in to the GATE GOAPS login window to check the status of their GATE 2027 application form. If the application status displays ‘Under Scrutiny/Under Process’, that means the verification process is ongoing. The exam conducting authority scrutinises all the GATE application forms. Candidates whose application needs to be rectified for the photograph, signature, or required documents for GATE will get an automatic email/SMS. Candidates will be required to re-upload the document within the specified duration. To avoid this confusion and hassle, candidates must ensure the documents are readable and clear.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How to register for GATE 2027?
    A:

    To register for the GATE 2027 exam, candidates had to visit the official website. Applicants will have to enter their details, such as their name, email ID, mobile number, and more, to register and generate the GATE enrollment ID.

    Q: What is the fee for GATE 2027?
    A:

    Females and reserved category candidates applying for GATE had to pay Rs. 1000 while unreserved category candidates had to pay Rs 2000 as the GATE application fee.

    Q: Is GATE 2027 registration started?
    A:

    The GATE 2027 registration will commence on August 14, 2026. 

    Q: What is the last date for GATE 2027 application?
    A:

    The last date for the GATE 2027 application form is September 21, 2026. 

    Q: What is the criteria for GATE 2027?
    A:

    Candidates 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 the GATE 2027 exam. Candidates must check the paper-wise GATE 2027 eligibility criteria to verify their eligibility.

    Q: What documents are required for GATE registration?
    A:

    The documents required for GATE 2027 registration are: a photograph, signature, photo ID card, category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable) and certificate of Dyslexia (if applicable).

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