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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 06 Oct 2026, 11:32 AM IST

    Documents required for GATE Registration 2027: IIT Madras has released the GATE 2027 documents required for candidates applying for the exam. Candidates can check the complete GATE 2027 document list on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The list of documents required for GATE 2027 is also provided on this page for candidates’ reference. Candidates are advised to keep all the documents required for registration ready before starting the application process. The documents must be uploaded in the prescribed GATE 2027 application form format and specifications. Candidates should ensure that all uploaded files are clear, valid and meet the requirements specified by the authorities to avoid any issues during application submission. The GATE 2027 registration form can be submitted with a late fee until October 12, 2026. All candidates must upload the required documents online while filling out the GATE 2027 registration form. The basic document requirements are the same for male and female candidates. However, candidates belonging to reserved categories must upload additional category-specific documents, such as valid certificates, as prescribed by the authorities.

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    1. GATE 2027 Registration Documents list
    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

    Candidates should carefully check the GATE 2027 document requirements, file formats, size specifications and category-wise requirements before submitting the application form.
    Latest: GATE 2027 Registration Online Link

    In case of any errors or discrepancies in the submitted application, the authority will scrutinise the form and notify candidates about the defects. Applicants will be allowed to rectify the defects within the specified correction period. The GATE exam will be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027. Candidates can check the GATE 2027 required documents list below.
    Related: GATE 2027 information brochure

    GATE 2027 Registration Documents list

    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

    DocumentSpecificationAcceptable 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 has commenced on September 2, 2026. 

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

    The last date for the GATE 2027 application has been extended to October 05, 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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