GATE Application Date:28 Aug' 25 - 28 Sep' 25
GATE 2026 Application Dates - IIT Guwahati has announced the GATE registration 2026 start date as August 28, 2025. The GATE 2026 registration link is live on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates can check the dates for the GATE 2026 application form on this page. Students will have almost a month to fill and submit the GATE application form. The last date to submit the GATE 2025 registration is September 28, 2025 without a late fee. However, candidates can register for the GATE 2026 exam until October 9, 2026, with a late fee. Candidates can also find the registration dates in the GATE 2026 information brochure. The authority will conduct the GATE 2026 exam on February 7, 8, 14 and 16, 2026. Read the complete article to know all the GATE application dates 2026.
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IIT Guwahati has revised the GATE 2026 registration dates on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Below are the GATE application dates in the table below.
Events | Date |
Start of GATE application process |
August 28, 2025 |
Last date to submit the filled GATE application form |
September 28, 2025 |
GATE 2026 registration last date with late fee |
October 9, 2025 |
Form correction start date | October 2025 |
Last date to make correction in GATE forms | November 6, 2025 |
After the declaration of GATE 2026 application dates, candidates must read the complete guidelines to apply for the examination. Now, collect the required documents in the mentioned specification and arrange the GATE registration fee. Candidates should check all the details filled in the GATE application. Because, incorrect information can lead to the cancellation of GATE online forms.
Name of the Candidate
Father’s name
Category
Address
Qualifying Exam
Marks/ Percentage Secured
Mother’s Name
Date of Birth
Nationality
Details for Qualifying Exam
Year of Passing
All the given documents should be available with the aspirants in digital format while filling the application for GATE 2026. Candidates do note that if the size and specifications are not correct, then they may face issues while filling up the GATE 2026 application. Besides, all the application forms should be submitted within the GATE 2026 application dates.
Document | Size | Format |
Photograph | 10–200 KB | JPEG/PNG |
Signature | 10–200 KB | JPEG/PNG |
Category Certificate (if applicable) | Up to 300 KB | |
Degree Certificate (if available) | Up to 300 KB | |
Provisional Certificate | Up to 300 KB | |
PwD Certificate (if applicable) | Up to 300 KB |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
GATE exam 2026 application commenced on August 28, 2025.
The GATE exam fee for General candidates is 2000/- and for SC/ST and Female candidates, GATE fee is Rs. 1000/-.
IIT Guwahati will conduct the GATE exam in 2026.
On Question asked by student community
Hello
As an EEE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) graduate, your core GATE paper is EE (Electrical Engineering).
You can also choose papers like IN (Instrumentation) or EC (Electronics and Communication) if you're comfortable. GATE now allows two-paper combinations EE plus IN is a valid pair.
Choose based on your strengths and future goals (e.g., PSU jobs, M.Tech). Always check the latest GATE brochure for updated paper codes and combinations.
How to clear GATE Exam :
First, know the syllabus and exam pattern.
Make a small study plan and follow it every week.
Read from good books or trusted online notes.
Practice old GATE question papers.
Give mock tests to check speed and accuracy.
Revise your notes and formulas again and again.
How to get Job in PSU:
Score high in GATE, because PSUs take only top ranks.
Keep checking PSU job notices regularly.
Apply on time with your GATE score.
Be ready for interviews or group discussions.
Work on subject knowledge and also your communication skills.
Yes, it will be acceptable. In GATE registration, the name should match your valid photo ID proof in terms of spelling, not the order. Many Indian IDs have surname written first, while the portal generates it as first–middle–last. Since all three parts of your name (Vikash, Rameshbhai, Bhagel) are correct, there won’t be any issue. Just ensure you upload the correct ID proof. During verification, they check spelling, photo, and signature, not the word order.
Hello,
Yes, you can change your category from General to OBC during the GATE 2026 correction window.
GATE always allows candidates to correct details like category. You will need to pay a small correction fee for this change. Make sure you upload a valid OBC certificate as per the format and date mentioned by GATE.
So, wait for the correction window, log in to your application, and update your category to OBC.
Hope it helps !
Hello! If you are preparing for GATE, there are plenty of free resources available online that can boost your preparation. You can easily access e-books, handwritten notes, subject wise PYQs, and test series shared by toppers on different platforms. Along with that, free PDFs and study material are available through various websites and Telegram channels. To make it easier, I will be attaching the link where you can find preparation tips, a study timetable, free study materials, and previous year question papers all in one place.
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