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    GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge (Started) - How to Raise Objection for GATE Answer Keys

    GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge (Started) - How to Raise Objection for GATE Answer Keys

    Jalla VenkateshUpdated on 28 Feb 2026, 09:15 AM IST

    GATE 2026 Answer Keys Challenge: IIT Guwahati will conclude the GATE answer key 2026 challenge window today, February 28, 2026. The GATE 2026 answer key challenge window link has been updated on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The fee to challenge a question in an answer key will be INR 500/- for Indian students and $ 10 for NRI students,s and it can be paid using a credit card, debit card or through internet banking. Candidates can challenge multiple questions in the GATE 2026 answer keys by visiting the GOAPS portal and clicking on the "Raise Objections" link. Compare the GATE 2026 response sheet and provisional answer key to challenge the answer key.
    Direct Link to Challenge GATE 2026 Answer Key 2026

    This Story also Contains

    1. GATE 2026 Objection Window Start Date
    2. Who is Eligible for GATE 2026 Answers Key Objection?
    3. How to Raise Objection For GATE Answer Keys Via GOAPS?
    4. GATE Answer Key 2026 Objection Fee
    5. Is the GATE Exam Response Sheet OUT?
    6. What is the Next Step After the GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenege?
    7. GATE 2026 Final Answer Key
    GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge (Started) - How to Raise Objection for GATE Answer Keys
    GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge

    The response sheet and provisional answer key for GATE were released earlier on February 22. The GATE 2026 exam was conducted on February 7, 8, 14, & 15, 2026. Candidates can use the GATE 2026 answer keys to verify their responses and estimate their probable scores. Also, check the GATE rank predictor tool, which is an AI-driven tool that uses last year’s GATE marks vs rank to find the probable rank. Read the article to know the detailed information about the GATE answer key challenge 2026.
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    GATE 2026 Objection Window Start Date

    The authority has announced the GATE answer key 2026 challenge release dates on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates can check the Challenge GATE Answer Key 2026 dates, as updated in the table below.

    GATE 2026 Answer Key IITG Challenge Process Important Dates

    EventsDate

    GATE 2026 Answer Key Release Date

    February 22, 2026

    GATE Answer Key 2026 Correction Dates

    February 25 to 28, 2026

    GATE Exam Response Sheet 2026 Release Date

    February 2026

    GATE 2026 Final Answer Key

    February 2026

    GATE 2026 Result Release Date

    March 19, 2026

    GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge Download link

    The link for the GATE 2026 answer key challenge is now active at the official website. Candidates can access the link by clicking it and logging in with their JEE application number and password.

    • gate2026.iitg.ac.in
    • goaps.iitg.ac.in/login
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    Who is Eligible for GATE 2026 Answers Key Objection?

    Candidates who have participated in the GATE 2026 exam are eligible for the answer key challenge. To challenge an answer key, there is always a need to review answers and look for some blatant mistakes. If a candidate finds any mistake or discrepancy, he/she can object to it through the official GATE portal. Before you make a conclusion, just make sure that you corroborated the information using reference books, research papers, etc. Candidates must compare the provisional answer key and the GATE exam response sheet to find questions that can be challenged.

    How to Raise Objection For GATE Answer Keys Via GOAPS?

    Candidates can follow the step-by-step guide below to challenge the provisional answer key.

    • Visit the official GATE 2026 answer key website.

    • Click on the “Contest Answer Key" tab.

    • You will be redirected to the payment gateway.

    • Pay INR 500 per challenge through online mode.

    • Enter the question number you wish to challenge after successful payment.

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    GATE Answer Key 2026 Objection Fee

    The objection fee for the GATE answer key 2026 is around Rs 500 for Indian students. Candidates who will appear for GATE 2026 and identify discrepancies in the answer key can raise objections. The GATE 2026 Answer Key Objection Window will remain active from February 25 to 28. To challenge the answer key, candidates must pay the online fee.

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    GATE Answer Key 2026 Objection Fee
    Rs 500 per question
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    Is the GATE Exam Response Sheet OUT?

    Yes, the GATE 2026 response sheet has been released on February 22, along with the provisional answer key. Candidates can access the GATE response sheet answer key from the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The GATE response sheet includes all the questions and answers selected by the candidates.

    What is the Next Step After the GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenege?

    After submitting the GATE answer key challenge, the next steps are expert review of objections, GATE 2026 final answer key release, and declaration of GATE 2026 result on March 19, 2026.

    • Expert review Answer key challenge: The answer key objection submitted by candidates will be reviewed by subject matter experts. If they find any valid objection,it will be added to the final answer key.
    • GATE Final Answe Key: Next, the authority will release the final answer.Not that candidates cannot challenge the GATE 2026 final answer key.
    • GATE Result: Finally, IIT Guwahati will announce the GATE 2026 result on the official website.

    GATE 2026 Final Answer Key

    The authority will release the final answer key for GATE 2026 release date on the official website. 2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates will be able to download the answer key for GATE 2026 without any login credentials. The GATE 2026 final answer key download direct link will be provided here. Follpw the steps to download answer key.

    • Visit the officila webiste of GATE.
    • On the home page under the notification section, check the GATE answe key challenge updates.
    • Now click on GOAPS Portal from 'Challenges/Contests on Questions/Keys are available on GOAPS Portal from'.
    • The GOAPs login window will open, at goaps.iitg.ac.in/login.
    • Now login with your GATE enrollment ID and password.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How to submit objections for GATE 2026 answer key?
    A:

    The GATE 2026 answer key can be easily downloaded by the candidates and objections can be filled if required with valid proofs. In order to get the answer key they must log in the official website of the company and then can download it. In case of the presence of gaps, the candidates may contest the key by providing relevant supporting documents.

    Q: How much is the objection fee for GATE 2026 answer key?
    A:

    Candidates need to pay INR 500 per question to raise objections. NRI candidates are required to pay USD 10 per question. They must provide the question number and submit supporting evidence along with the objection.

    Q: Can I challenge multiple questions in GATE 2026 answer key?
    A:

    Yes, candidates can challenge multiple questions in the GATE 2026 answer key by visiting the GOAPS portal and clicking on the "Raise Objections" link.

    Q: Is gate 2026 response sheet released?
    A:

    Yes the GATE 2026 response sheet has been released.

    Q: What is GATE 2026 Objection Window Start Date?
    A:

    GATE 2026 objection window start date is February 25, 2026.

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