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

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

Jalla VenkateshUpdated on 06 Sep 2025, 01:32 PM IST

GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati will being the GATE 2026 answer key challenge tentatively in February 2026. The GATE 2026 answer key challenge link will be updated on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates can challenge the GATE 2026 answer key through the official portal if they have any objections. The answer key challenge window is expected to open in third week of February 2026. The final GATE 2026 answer key will be released after the challenge window closes. The answer key challenge fee wil be INR 500/- for Indian students and $ 10 for NRI students and the fee can be paid using credit card, debit card or through internet banking. The GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, & 15, 2026.

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IIT Delhi MTech GATE cut-offs 2026 for the previous year are given below. 

IIT Delhi GATE MTech cut-off

Discipline

GEN

EWS

OBC-NCL

SC/ ST/ PWD

B.E./B.Tech. (Textile)

≥ 400

≥ 400

≥ 360

≥ 267

B.E./B.Tech.(Non-Textile) /M.Sc.

≥ 600

≥ 600

≥ 540

≥ 400

Degree cut-off

Percentage Marks

≥ 60%

≥ 60%

≥ 60%

≥ 55%

Equivalent CGPA on a 10 point scale

≥ 6.0

≥ 6.0

≥ 6.0

≥ 5.5

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  1. GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge Date
  2. GATE 2026 Answer Key Objection Process
  3. How to Challenge GATE Answer Key 2026?
  4. GATE Answer Key 2026 Objection Fee
  5. GATE 2026 Final Answer Key
GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge - How to Raise Objection for GATE Answer Keys
GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge

The GATE 2026 response sheet has also been released online. Candidates can use the GATE 2026 answer keys to verify their responses and estimate their probable scores. Read the article to know the detailed information about the GATE answer key challenge 2026.

GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge Date

The authority will announce 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 which will be updated in the table below.

GATE 2026 Answer Key IITGr Challenge Process And Important Dates

Events

GATE Answer Key Release Dates

GATE 2026 Answer Key Release Date

February 2026

GATE Answer Key 2026 Correction Dates

February 2026 to March 2026

GATE 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 Download link

IIT Guwahati GATE 2026 answer key will be released in February 2026. The authority will activate the GATE 2026 answer key download link on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

Is GATE 2026 Response Sheet Released?

No, the GATE 2026 response sheet has not been released. Candidates will be able to access the GATE response sheet answer key from the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

GATE 2026 Answer Key Objection Process

To challenge an answer key there is always the need to review answers and look for some blatant mistakes. If a candidate has found 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.

How to Challenge GATE Answer Key 2026?

Candidates can follow the step-by-step guide below to challenge the GATE 2026 answer key below.

  • Visit the official GATE 2026 answer key official 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.

GATE Answer Key 2026 Objection Fee

Candidates who will appear for GATE 2026 and identified discrepancies in the answer key can raise objections. The GATE 2026 Answer Key Objection Window will be opened February 2026 and will be concluded in first week of March 2026. To challenge the answer key, candidates must pay an online fee of Rs. 500.

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.

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:

NO, the GATE 2026 response sheet has no been released.

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Yes, you can get admission in M.Tech CSE without GATE .

  1. Through university entrance exams
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  2. Through JET for M.Tech
    JET (JAIN Entrance Test) is conducted by Jain University.
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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.

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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