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    GATE 2027: Registration (Aug 14), Exam Date, Syllabus, Paper Pattern, Eligibility, Tips

    GATE 2027: Registration (Aug 14), Exam Date, Syllabus, Paper Pattern, Eligibility, Tips

    Maniprabha SinghUpdated on 03 Aug 2026, 05:22 PM IST

    GATE 2027 - IIT Madras has announced that DigiLocker is necessary for GATE 2027 registration. Candidates must have DigiLocker account to complete the GATE registration 2027. The process will start on August 14 at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering exam will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027. The official GATE 2027 website was launched on July 20. Candidates who have completed or are pursuing a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply for the examination. The last date to register for GATE 2027 is September 21, without any late fee. Read the entire article to know all about the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 exam date, eligibility, registration, syllabus and more.

    This Story also Contains

    1. GATE 2027 Official Website Launched
    2. GATE 2027 Notification
    3. GATE 2027 conducted by which IIT
    4. GATE 2027 Exam Overview
    5. GATE 2027 Exam Date
    6. GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
    7. GATE GOAPS 2027
    8. How to Apply for IIT Madras GATE 2027?
    9. GATE 2027 Registration Fee
    10. Document Required for GATE Registration
    11. GATE Application Form Correction 2027
    12. GATE Exam 2027- Two Paper Combinations
    13. GATE 2027 Syllabus
    14. GATE 2027 Exam Pattern
    15. GATE 2027 Books
    16. GATE 2027 Mock Test
    17. GATE 2027 Preparation Tips
    18. GATE 2027 Admit Card
    19. GATE 2027 Answer Key
    20. GATE 2027 Response Sheet
    21. GATE Question Paper 2027
    22. GATE 2027 Result
    GATE 2027: Registration (Aug 14), Exam Date, Syllabus, Paper Pattern, Eligibility, Tips
    GATE 2027 - Date, Syllabus, Pattern, Preparation Tips, Eligibility

    GATE 2027 Official Website Launched

    IIT Madras has launched the official Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Along with the same, candidates can check the complete syllabus and download the GATE 2027 brochure onlinee. Candidates must check the GATE 2027 official website for all the GATE exam latest news and updates.

    GATE 2027 Notification

    Aspirants can now download the official GATE exam notification from the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The GATE 2027 notification includes information regarding eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, registration, exam cities, admit card, results, and more. They must download the GATE exam notification to know the complete exam details.

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    GATE 2027 conducted by which IIT

    The GATE 2027 exam dates are announced online by IIT Madras on July 20. The GATE 2027 conducted by IIT Madras. The previously organized GATE in 1985, 1991, 1997, 2003, 2011, and 2019 for IIT Madras.

    GATE 2027 Exam Overview

    Exam full NameGraduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

    Short name

    GATE

    GATE 2027 conducted by which IIT

    IIT Madras

    GATE 2027 official websitegate2027.iitm.ac.in

    Frequency of conduct

    Once a year

    Level of exam

    National Level Exam

    Language

    English

    Mode of application

    Online

    Mode of exam

    Online

    Duration of exam

    3 hours

    Mode of counselling

    Online

    Participating colleges

    987

    GATE 2027 Exam Date

    The authority has released the GATE 2027 schedule on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Candidates can check the GATE 2027 registration last date in the table below.

    Important Dates for GATE Exam 2027

    EventsDates
    Release of GATE 2027 NotificationJuly 20, 2026
    GATE 2027 application form start dateAugust 15, 2026
    Last date for GATE 2027 registrationSeptember 21, 2026
    GATE application form 2027 last date with a late feeSeptember 30, 2026
    GATE 2027 application form correction windowThird week of November 2026
    City Intimation SlipJanuary 4, 2027
    GATE 2027 admit card release dateFirst week of January 2027
    GATE 2027 exam dateFebruary 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027
    GATE Result DateMarch 19, 2027
    GATE 2027 Syllabus (All Subjects)
    Download the GATE 2027 subject-wise syllabus PDF and prepare with the latest topics, section-wise weightage, and exam pattern for your chosen discipline.
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    Aspirants who are looking forward to GATE 2027 can find the information regarding the eligibility criteria, preparation, syllabus, exam pattern and more here. Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a state level entrance examination conducted for admission to M.Tech courses offered at top engineering colleges in India. Candidates who have completed or are in the 3rd year/ higher of their Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology will be able to appear for the GATE 2027. To prepare for the GATE entrance exam, candidates must focus on the exam syllabus and paper pattern. Moreover, candidates must solve the GATE question paper for self-assessment and identify the high-weightage topics. GATE 2027 conducted by IIT Madras, is expected to be one of the most competitive exams for M.Tech admissions in India.

    GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria

    The authority will release the GATE eligibility 2027 on the official website. The eligibility of GATE 2027 will consist of age, nationality, education qualification, and more.

    • Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India. NRIs who fulfil the eligibility criteria can also appear for GATE 2027.

    • Education qualification: Candidates who have completed a bachelor's degree from a recognized board can apply for the exam.

    • Age limit: There is no age restriction to appear for the GATE exam 2027.

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    GATE GOAPS 2027

    GOAPS 2027 is the online application processing system, where students can generate GATE 2027 login. The authoritywill activate the GOAPS link on the official website gate2027.iitm.ac.in. GATE GOAPS 2027 portal will be used to download the admit card, filling the form and checking the results online. GATE 2027 aspirants must create a GATE GOAPS login. The detailed step-by-step procedure to activate the GATE 2027 registration login is as follows

    • Open the GATE 2027 official website.

    • Click on the “New Candidate Registration” link

    • Enter the required information

    • Create a password of your choice

    • Click on the submit button to complete the registration process to activate the GOAPS 2027 login

    How to Apply for IIT Madras GATE 2027?

    The exam conducting body will release the GATE 2027 application form on the official GOAPS portal. The online registration will commence ion August 14, and the GATE 2027 registration last date September 21, 2026, without any late fee.

    GATE Registration Process

    • Visit the official GATE 2027 website- gate2027.iitm.ac.in

    • Register online by entering name, email ID, and mobile number.

    • Enrollment ID and Password will be generated after registration.

    • Fill in GATE 2027 application form with personal, academic, and primary communication details.

    • Select the GATE exam paper, exam city, and other preferences.

    • Upload the scanned copy of photograph, signature, and other required documents.

    • Pay the GATE registration fee (₹1000 for Female/SC/ST/PwD and ₹2000 for other candidates, including foreign nationals).

    • Submit the GATE application form.

    • Print the confirmation page for future use

    GATE 2027 Registration Fee

    Candidates can check the category wise GATE registration fee 2027 in the table below.

    CategoryRegular with late feeExtended period fee
    Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates (per test paper)Rs 1000Rs 1500
    All other candidates including foreign nationals (per test paper)Rs 2000Rs 2500

    Document Required for GATE Registration

    Candidates should upload the below documents while filling the GATE 2027 online forms

    • Candidate’s photograph
    • Candidate’s live photo will be captured during GATE exam registration.
    • Candidate’s signature
    • Scanned copy of valid photo Identity Document (ID) proof
    • Scanned copy of the Category (SC/ST) certificate, if applicable
    • Scanned copy of UDID (preferred)/PwD Certificate, if applicable
    • Scanned copy of Dyslexic Certificate, if applicable

    GATE Application Form Correction 2027

    IIT Madras will start the GATE 2027 application form correction process in October 2026. The GATEform correction process allows candidates to edit any incorrect details entered in the application form. Candidates will be able to access the form correction process through GOAPS 2027. However, to make the correction, candidates have to pay requisite fee; also they will be allowed to edit only a few details during the GATE 2027 form correction process. Below are the list that can be edited during the form correction process.

    GATE 2027: List of details to edit

    • Name of the candidate

    • Date of Birth

    • Gender

    • Category

    • Country of Residence

    • Parent/Guardian’s Mobile Number

    • Correspondence Address

    • Exam centre and exam city details

    • Qualifying Degree Details

    GATE Exam 2027- Two Paper Combinations

    Primary paper CodeSecondary Paper Code
    AECE, ME, XE
    AGCE
    ARCE, GE
    BMBT, IN
    BTBM, XL
    CE

    AE, AG, AR, ES, GE, NM, XE

    CHES, PE, XE
    CS

    DA, EC, GE, MA, PH, RA, ST, ME

    CYXE, XL
    DA

    CS, EC, EE, MA, ME, PH, RA, ST, XE

    EC

    CS, DA, EE, IN, PH

    EE

    DA, EC, IN, PH, RA

    ESCE, CH, GE
    EYXL
    GE

    AR, CE, CS, ES, GG

    GGGE
    INBM, EC, EE, ME
    MACS, DA, PH, ST
    ME

    AE, DA, IN, NM, PI, XE, RA, CS

    MN-
    MTXE
    NMCE, ME, XE
    PECH
    PH

    CS, DA, EC, EE, MA, XE

    PIME, XE
    RAEE, ME, DA, CS
    STCS, DA, MA, XH
    XE

    AE, CE, CH, CY, DA, ME, MT, NM, PH, PI

    XHST
    XLBT, CY, EY

    GATE 2027 Syllabus

    Candidates will be able to check the GATE 2027 IIT Madras syllabus online. There will be separate syllabus for each paper. GATE 2027 syllabus will consist of topics that are important to prepare for the test. Below is the GATE syllabus for CSE, Mechanical, Civil, ECE, Biotechnology, and more.

    Previous year GATE Syllabus

    GATE PaperGATE exam syllabus PDF

    GATE Syllabus for Aerospace Engineering

    GATE AE syllabus pdf

    GATE Syllabus for Agricultural Engineering

    GATE AG syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Instrumentation Engineering

    GATE IN syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Mathematics

    GATE MA syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Mechanical Engineering

    GATE ME syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Mining Engineering

    GATE MN syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Biomedical Engineering

    GATE BM syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Biotechnology Engineering

    GATE BT syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Metallurgical Engineering

    GATE MT syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Civil Engineering

    GATE CE syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Chemical Engineering

    GATE CH syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

    GATE NM syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Architecture and Planning

    GATE AR syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Petroleum Engineering

    GATE PE syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Computer Science and Information Technology

    GATE CS syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Chemistry

    GATE CY syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Production and Industrial Engineering

    GATE PI Syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Electronics and Communication Engineering

    GATE EC syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Statistics

    GATE ST syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Electrical Engineering

    GATE EE syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Textile Engineering and Fibre Science

    GATE TF syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Environmental Science & Engineering

    GATE ES syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Engineering Sciences

    GATE XE syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Ecology and Evolution

    GATE EY syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Humanities & Social Sciences

    GATE XH syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Life Sciences

    GATE XL syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Geomatics Engineering

    GATE GE syllabus

    GATE Syllabus for Geology and Geophysics

    GATE GG syllabus

    GATE Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

    GATE DA syllabus

    GATE 2027 Exam Pattern

    Candidates can check the GATE exam pattern 2027 online. The exam pattern of GATE 2027 consist of marking scheme, mode of exam, types of questions, distribution of marks, and more. GATE 2027 exam will be conducted online for three hours. Below is the exam pattern of GATE.

    GATE 2027 IIT Madras Exam Pattern

    ParticularsDetails

    Mode of GATE exam

    Computer Based Test (CBT)

    GATE exam duration

    3 hours

    Number of papers

    31 papers

    Sections

    General Aptitude (GA) + Candidates selected subject

    Types of questions

    Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    Multiple Select Question (MSQs)

    Numerical Answer Types (NAT)

    Number of questions

    60 Question:

    General Aptitude (10 Questions)

    Selected Subject (55 Questions)

    Distribution of Marks in papers AR, CY, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL

    General Aptitude: 15 marks

    Subject Questions: 85 marks

    Total marks: 100 marks

    Distribution of Marks in all Papers EXCEPT papers AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XH and XL

    General Aptitude: 15 marks

    Engineering Mathematics**: 13 marks

    Subject Questions: 72 marks

    Total marks: 100

    (**XE includes Engineering Mathematics section XE-A of 15 marks)

    Marking Scheme

    Question carry 1 mark and 2 marks

    Negative Marking

    • For 1 mark MCQ, ½ mark will be deducted

    • For 2 marks MCQ, ⅔ marks will be deducted

    • No negative marking for MSQ and NAT questions

    GATE 2027 Books

    Below are the list of GATE books candidates can refer for the preparation.

    SubjectBooks Name

    Mechanical Engineering (ME)

    GATE ME book

    Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)

    GATE CSE book

    Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)

    GATE ECE book for ECE

    Electrical Engineering (EE)

    GATE EE book

    Civil Engineering

    GATE CE book

    GATE 2027 Mock Test

    IITM GATE exam authorities will release the official mock test for GATE 2027 on the official website. GATE exam mock test helps in understanding the difficulty level and examination pattern in a better way. Aspirants will be able to download the GATE 2027 mock test to practice effectively, which will eventually help them in improving the scores. In addition to the GATE 2027 mock test, candidates can access the previous year's GATE exam question papers for better preparation.

    GATE 2027 Preparation Tips

    Candidates planning to appear for GATE 2027 must have a proper preparation plan to crack the exam in single shot. A good preparation strategy will help to secure a good rank in GATE. Here we have provided a few GATE preparation tips.

    • Aspirants can follow the past year GATE syllabus to know the important topics for exam preparation.

    • Make a schedule for GATE exam preparation other than academics.

    • Make a list of topics that you find tough. Seek help from faculty on those topics and clear the concepts.

    • Gather the required resources such as books, study materials, and previous year question papers.

    • Follow the success tips of GATE toppers to create your own path.

    • Attempt the GATE mock test regularly to get familiar with the online test and improve your time management skills.

    • Solve the previous year's questions of GATE once a week.

    GATE 2027 Admit Card

    IIT Madras will release the admit card for GATE 2027 exam in January 2027. It is a mandatory document that all candidates must bring on the exam day. GATE exam hall ticket contains GATE 2027 exam date, time, venue, and basic details of candidates. Only candidates who will produce the admit card on the exam day will be granted entry to the exam hall. The autgorities will not send the GATE 2027 admit card.

    GATE 2027 Answer Key

    IIT Madaras will release the GATE exam answer key in the last week of February 2027 at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. GATE 2027 answer key link will also be updated on this page. Candidates will be able to use the GATE exam answer key 2027 to calculate their probable score. Furthermore, candidates can also challenge the GATE 2027 answer key in case of any error in the key with relevant supporting documents. Steps to download the GATE 2027 answer key are mentioned below.

    • Visit the official website: gate2027.iitm.ac.in

    • Click on the GATE 2027 answer key link

    • Enter the GATE enrolment ID/email ID and password

    • Download the GATE exam answer key pdf

    GATE 2027 Response Sheet

    Candidates can download the GATE response sheet 2027 from the official website. The response sheet of GATE 2027 comprises the responses of candidates. To download the GATE 2027 response sheet, candidates need to provide their GOAPS login credentials. Steps to download the response sheet is provided below.

    • Visit GATE 2027 official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in

    • Click on the GATE 2027 response sheet link

    • Provide the GOAPS login details

    • Download the response sheet of GATE 2027

    GATE Question Paper 2027

    IIT Madras will release the GATE 2027 question paper pdf on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The question papers of GATE 2027 will be published alongside the GATE 2027 answer key, providing candidates with valuable resources to review their performance and understand the exam pattern

    GATE 2027 Result

    IIT Madras will declare the result of GATE 2027 on March 19. Candidates can check their performance such as marks obtained, GATE score, and qualifying status in the GATE exam results. They can use their GATE 2027 scores for M.Tech admissions, PSU recruitment, and others. From January 1, 2028 onward, GATE scorecards will not be issued. The validity of GATE scorecard is 3 years. Below are the steps to download GATE score card.

    • Open the GATE 2027 official website and click on the download scorecard link.

    • Click on the GATE scorecard 2027 link.

    • Log in using your GATE enrollment ID and password.

    • The GATE scorecard will be displayed on the screen.

    • Download and take a printout of it.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When should I start preparing for GATE 2027?
    A:

    Candidates can start the preparation for GATE when they are in the third year of graduation.

    Q: Is GATE conducted 2 times a year?
    A:

    No, GATE is conducted once a year.

    Q: Is GATE possible in 3 months?
    A:

    Candidates can crack the GATE exam in 3 months with the right preparation strategy. However, it is important that candidates have a good understanding of the topics mentioned in the exam syllabus.

    Q: When will the Gate 2027 exam date be released?
    A:

    The GATE 2027 exam is released online. It will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027.

    Q: Who is conducting GATE 2027?
    A:

    The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted by IIT Madras.

    Q: GATE 2027 will be conducted by which IIT?
    A:

    The GATE 2027 examination is expected to be conducted by IIT Madras

    Q: When will GATE 2027 syllabus CSE be released?
    A:

    The GATE 2027 CSE syllabus is released along with the brochure.

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    The topic wise mark distribution for GATE 2027 has not been officially released. GATE does not prescript fixed marks for each topic. The weightage varies every year independence on the question paper.

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    Yes, you can appear for the GATE Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper even if you have a B.E./B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering , provided you meet the GATE eligibility criteria.

    However, qualifying GATE ME does not automatically make you eligible for PSU jobs .

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    There is no fixed GATE score that guarantees admission to JEC Jabalpur. The required score varies every year depending on the branch, number of applicants, category, and cutoff trends. As an OBC candidate, you may receive category benefits if applicable. It is advisable to aim for a high GATE