GATE Scientific Calculator 2026 - Allowed Calculator List & Rules

GATE Scientific Calculator 2026 - Allowed Calculator List & Rules

K Guna SahitiUpdated on 13 Jan 2026, 12:06 PM IST

GATE Scientific Calculator 2026- Exam takers will be able to use the GATE 2026 scientific calculator during the exam. The authority will provide the GATE scientific calculator in virtual form. Examinees will be able to find the virtual calculator for GATE 2026 at the top right corner of the test panel. IIT Guwahati has released the complete details on the GATE scientific calculator 2026 in the information brochure. Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering aspirants can find further information here. The GATE 2026 exam will be held in online mode on February 7, 8, 14 and 15.

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EY

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  1. GATE Scientific Calculator 2026– What is it?
  2. Where to Find the GATE 2026 Scientific Calculator?
  3. How to Use the GATE Scientific Calculator 2026?
  4. Instructions to Use the GATE 2026 Scientific Calculator
GATE Scientific Calculator 2026 - Allowed Calculator List & Rules
GATE Scientific Calculator 2026

GATE Scientific Calculator 2026– What is it?

The authority has announced that it will provide a virtual GATE scientific calculator.GATE is a tough exam, held for master's level admissions. The level of calculations involved is higher and often involves complex calculations. Carrying any physical calculator is prohibited. Instead, the exam conducting body provides a virtual scientific calculator for GATE. It will help candidates solve questions quickly and effectively.

Where to Find the GATE 2026 Scientific Calculator?

The GATE 2026 calculator will be visible on the exam panel in the top corner. However, candidates will have to click on the relevant icon to expand and use it. IIT Guwahati has activated the GATE mock test link 2026. Students can use the mock tests provided by the authority to know where the GATE scientific calculator 2026 can be found.

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The following image, the red circle shows the calculator that can be used for the GATE examination.

Where is the GATE Calculator Located at?

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How to Use the GATE Scientific Calculator 2026?

Aspirants can practise with the mock tests to learn the usage of GATE scientific calculator 2026. Here is the step by step process of how to use the scientific calculator for GATE 2026.

  • During the exam, log in to the portal using the details provided in the admit card.

  • Accept the declaration and submit.

  • Proceed to the questions.

  • As soon as the test starts, candidates will be able to see a small calculator icon.

  • The GATE 2026 scientific calculator icon will be visible above the timer, in the top right corner.

  • When clicked, the icon will expand to show the actual GATE virtual calculator.

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GATE Scientific Calculator 2026

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Instructions to Use the GATE 2026 Scientific Calculator

The candidate can also use the help button, given on the calculator, to know its features and limitations. Here are some of the dos and don'ts when using the calculator

  • Available features are - square root, cube root, modulus, trigonometric, exponential, hyperbolic functions, imaginary operations, logarithmic functions etc

  • Press C before starting a new calculation.

  • Use parentheses to simplify an equation or any other mathematical operation.

  • Pi, log Exp functions can be used by clicking on the relevant icon to save time.

  • GATE 2026 scientific calculator has a memory function-

    • M+: To add the displayed value to memory

    • M-: To subtract the displayed value from memory

    • MR: To recall the stirred value

  • The default angle unit is degree. There is an option to choose between Deg or Rad.

  • Keyboard will be disabled

  • Factorial calculation provides exact output up to 14 digits.

  • Hyperbolic and Logarithmic output can be calculated up to 5 digits.

  • Mod operation works best for smaller numbers. Calculations with a decimal number with 15 or more digits will not be precise.

  • The range of values supported by the GATE 2026 scientific calculator is 10^(-323) to 10^(308).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is a virtual calculator allowed in the gate?
A:

The authority provides the virtual GATE scientific calculator during the exam.

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

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    Many universities conduct their own M.Tech entrance exams. You have to qualify the test and sometimes attend an interview.

  2. Through JET for M.Tech
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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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