Integral University M.Tech Admissions 2026
NAAC A+ Accredited | Highest CTC 45 LPA | Scholarships Available
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.
This Story also Contains
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.
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.
The following image, the red circle shows the calculator that can be used for the GATE examination.

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.

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).
Applications Closing Soon | NBA Accredited | AICTE Approved | Affiliated to AKTU | Highest CTC 14.2 LPA | Accepts CUET Score
Highest CTC 94.25 LPA | Average CTC 11.09 LPA Approved by UGC & AICTC | Accredited by NBA & NAAC A Grade | 98% Students Placed | 260+ Recruiters
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The authority provides the virtual GATE scientific calculator during the exam.
On Question asked by student community
Hello Student,
You can check the GATE Food Technology previous year question papers on Careers360. Food Technology is covered under XE-G (Engineering Sciences) and XL-U (Life Sciences).
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/gate-question-papers
Hello Student, if you are planning to appear for GATE 2027, the registration is scheduled to start on 27 August 2026. The regular last date is 27 September 2026, and you can submit the form with a late fee up to 5 October 2026. The exam will be held on
Dear Student,
Careers360 has GATE Electrical Engineering (EE) preparation resources that can be useful for GATE 2027. While a dedicated GATE EE 2027 notes PDF may not be available, you can refer to the latest GATE EE preparation material, syllabus, important topics, books, and previous-year questions.
Hello, for GATE preparation, the best paper for a Robotics and Automation student depends on your academic background and the area you want to specialise in. Common choices include Mechanical Engineering (ME), Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC), and Electrical Engineering (EE).
You can check the GATE paper details and syllabus
Hey there,
Among top 100 Universities Globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026
Recognized as Category-1 Deemed to be University by UGC | 41,000 + Alumni Imprints Globally | Students from over 20+ countries
NAAC A+ Accredited | Highest CTC 45 LPA | Scholarships Available
Campuses in Ropar, Agartala, Aizawl, Ajmer, Aurangabad, Calicut, Imphal, Itanagar, Kohima, Gorakhpur, Patna & Srinagar
100+ Recruiters | 100+ Placements of 2026 Batch | NBA & NAAC Accredited | Highest CTC 37 LPA
Highest CTC 60 LPA | 46000+ Alumni Network | 500+ Global Recruiters