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GATE 2027 - IIT Madras is expected to conduct the GATE 2026 exam. 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, 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.
Scoring 70 marks in the GATE exam usually results in a rank between 50 and 500, depending on the engineering branch.
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| Exam full Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
|---|---|
Short name | GATE |
GATE 2027 conducted by | IIT Madras |
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 |
The authority will announce the GATE 2027 schedule on the official website. Candidates can check the dates for GATE 2027 exam in the table below.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| GATE 2027 Notification | First week of August 2026 |
| GATE 2027 application form start date | First week of August 2026 |
| GATE 2027 application last date | Second week of October 2026 |
| GATE application form 2027 last date with a late fee | Third week of October 2026 |
| GATE 2027 application form correction window | Third week of November 2026 |
| GATE 2027 admit card release date | First week of January 2027 |
| GATE 2027 exam date | First week of February 2027 |
The authority will release the GATE eligibility criteria 2027 on the official website. The eligibility criteria 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 the bachelor degree from a recognized board can apply for the exam.
Age limit: There is no age restriction to appear for the GATE exam.
Candidates can check the category wise GATE registration fee 2027 in the table below.
| Category | Regular with late fee | Extended period fee |
|---|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates (per test paper) | Rs 1000 | Rs 1500 |
| All other candidates including foreign nationals (per test paper) | Rs 2000 | Rs 2500 |
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT), Madras is expected to be conducted the GATE 2027 exam. IIT Madras has previously organized GATE in 1985, 1991, 1997, 2003, 2011, and 2019. The authority will announce the GATE 2027 exam dates in August 2026.
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.
| GATE Paper | GATE exam syllabus PDF |
|---|---|
GATE Syllabus for Computer Science and Information Technology | |
Candidates will be able to check the GATE exam pattern 2027 online. The exam pattern of GATE 2027 will 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.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Mode of GATE exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
GATE exam duration | 3 hours |
Number of papers | 30 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 |
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Below are the list of GATE books candidates can refer for the preparation.
| Subject | Books Name |
|---|---|
Mechanical Engineering (ME) | |
Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | |
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | |
Electrical Engineering (EE) | |
Civil Engineering |
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, 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 the time management skills.
Solve the previous year questions of GATE once a week.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The GATE 2027 exam is scheduled for February 2027, and it is expected to be conducted by IIT Madras.
The GATE 2027 exam is expected to be conducted by IIT Madras.
The GATE 2027 exam is expected to be conducted by IIT Madras.
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.
No, GATE is conducted once a year.
Candidates can start the preparation for GATE when they are in the third year of graduation.
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
Hi Aanchal,
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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