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Documents required for GATE Registration 2026: IIT Guwahati has released the list of documents required for GATE registration 2026 in the information brochure. Candidates can check the required documents on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. It is important to upload the necessary files with the correct specifications is during the GATE 2026 registration process. In case of any errors, the authority will mark the defects and inform the applicants after thorough scrutiny. Candidates can rectify the GATE defect only during the specified dates. The GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. GATE exam aspirants can find the checklist of documents required for GATE 2026 registration on this page.
The steps to download the GATE admit card 2025 are as follows.
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The authority will conduct the GATE 2026 exam in online mode for 30 exam papers. Applicants had to upload the required documents for GATE 2026 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 2026.
Related: GATE 2026 information brochure
IIT Guwahati has uploaded the list of documents required for the GATE application form 2026 online on the official website. The authority has also provided the specifications for the required documents for GATE 2026 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.
Document | Specification | Acceptable uploading Format |
|---|---|---|
Photograph |
| In JPG/JPEG format |
Signature |
| |
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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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, parent’s 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 2026 examination at the centre.
The GATE 2026 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.
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 2026 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)
To register for the GATE 2026 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.
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.
The GATE 2026 registration was held from August 28 to October 13, 2025.
The last date for the GATE 2026 application was October 13 (with a late fee).
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 2026 exam. Candidates must check the paper-wise GATE 2026 eligibility criteria to verify their eligibility.
The documents required for GATE 2026 registration are: a photograph, signature, photo ID card, category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable) and certificate of Dyslexia (if applicable).
On Question asked by student community
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No you cannot get admission to IIT for M Tech if your B Tech is not completed at the time of admission, even if you clear the GATE cutoff but Yes, you can appear for GATE 2028 in your 3rd year of B Tech even if your degree is
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The link to the question paper is attached here. You can access the question papers along with the answer key on the careers360 website. Careers360 also provides students with preparation tips that will help them in preparing and the mock test and analyse their in-depth performance.
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/last-15-years-gate-papers-solutions
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Here is a link for the sample papers for GATE Exam with DA subjects. Tap on the link given below to open it:
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Hello aspirant,
If you missed the correction window for GATE 2026, the portal will not allow changes right now. Usually, IIT opens a correction period only once. Since you need to change your surname, the best option is to contact the GATE organizing institute through their official support email or
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Balancing Engineering semester exams with competitive exam preparation can feel confusing but with right and realistic routine makes it very achievable.
Start by dividing your day into two parts: use college hours and afternoons for semester prep and keep early mornings or late evenings for GATE prep.
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