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GATE 2026 Virtual Calculator - How to Use it

GATE 2026 Virtual Calculator - How to Use it

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Gandubilli UnnatiUpdated on 15 Feb 2026, 04:01 PM IST

GATE 2026 Virtual Calculator - IIT Guwahati provides the facility to use the GATE virtual calculator 2026 during the exam. Aspirants must know how to use the GATE virtual calculator 2026 to save time in the test. The authority doesn't allow the use of personal digital calculators during the GATE exam. Candidates will be provided with an on-screen calculator during the exam. The GATE exam requires candidates to perform multiple complex calculations, and the GATE virtual calculator can assist in solving these problems. The authority is conducting the GATE 2026 exam on February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026.

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The marking pattern for GATE 2026 is as follows:

  • 1-mark MCQs: +1 for each correct answer; -0.33 for each incorrect response.
  • 2-mark MCQs: +2 for every correct answer; -0.66 for each wrong answer.
  • MSQs & NATs: No negative marking for incorrect answers.
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  1. GATE Virtual Calculator 2026- Features
  2. Procedure to use GATE Virtual Calculator 2026
  3. GATE 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
  4. Things to carry for the gate exam
GATE 2026 Virtual Calculator - How to Use it
GATE Virtual Calculator

The GATE virtual calculator is displayed on the computer screen, beside the exam questions. Aspirants must familiarise themselves with the virtual calculator for GATE 2026. Since candidates are not accustomed to this feature, they can read about how to use the GATE 2026 virtual calculator here.

GATE Virtual Calculator 2026- Features

Some of the features are given below so that the candidates can learn how to use GATE 2026 virtual calculator:

  • Candidates appearing for the GATE 2026 exam will be allowed to use the virtual calculator of GATE 2026 by the authorities at the exam centres.

  • This calculator was introduced during the GATE 2016 exam.

  • The keys for simple operations will be available on the right-hand side of the GATE 2026 virtual calculator.

  • For scientific functions and operations, the keys will be placed on the left-hand side of the virtual calculator.

  • Inverse functions will have separate keys so the candidates will not be required to click SHIFT or INV keys.

  • The inverse functions will be below the respective functions. For example, sininv will be available below sin on the calculator.

  • Candidates will be able to find the trigonometric functions grouped.

  • The hyperbolic functions will also be grouped in the virtual calculator of GATE 2026.

  • Candidates can see two display boxes at the top of the virtual calculator. One of the boxes will indicate the sequence of the keys pressed by the candidate for reference.

  • The other box will show the actual entered values or those obtained after the calculation is done.

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Procedure to use GATE Virtual Calculator 2026

How to CalculateExample for Calculations

Simple Arithmetic Calculations

  • To calculate 60 + 35 x 5 candidates must enter 60, +, 35, *, 5, =

  • To evaluate: 75 x 40-3 candidates must enter 75, *, 40, -, 3, =

  • Similarly to evaluate: 73 x (2+3) candidates must enter 73, *, (, 2, +, 3, ), =

How to evaluate function (value)

  • To evaluate 2 + log(30) x 10 candidates must enter 30, log, *, 10, +, 2, =

  • To evaluate log(20) x 3 - 7 candidates must enter 20, log,*, 3, -, 7, =

  • To evaluate In(15) x 2 + 8 candidates must enter 15, In, *, 2, +, 8, =

  • To evaluate 3 + In(15) x 2 candidates must enter 15, In, *, 2, +, 3,=

How to use sin(Degree), cos(Degree), tan(Degree)

  • To evaluate sin(25) or cos(25) or tan(25) candidates must enter 25, sin or cos or tan

  • To evaluate: tan(35) x 6 + 2 candidates must enter 35, tan, *, 6, +, 2, =

How to find out y root() value

To evaluate 4th root of 8 candidates must enter 8, y√x, 4, =

How to find out cube() value

To evaluate: 483 x 6+9 candidates must enter 48, x3, *, 6, +, 9, =

How to find π value

To evaluate 8 π candidates must enter 8, *, π

How to find cube root()

To evaluate cube root(3) candidates must enter 3,3√

How to find out square root

To evaluate square root(6) candidates must enter 6,√

How to find out factorial (nỊ)

  • To evaluate factorial(5) candidates must enter 5, nỊ

  • To evaluate factorial(8)*5-2 candidates must enter 8, nỊ, *, 5, -, 2, =

How to find exponential (ex )

To evaluate e0 candidates must enter 0, ex

How to find 10x

  • To evaluate 122.5 candidates must enter 2.5, 12x

  • To evaluate 18-0.509 candidates must enter 18, ^, 0.509, +/-, =

  • To evaluate 20-2 candidates must enter 20, ^, 2, +/-, =

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GATE 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

Candidates should follow the GATE 2026 exam hall instructions carefully, including proper ID, allowed items, and seating arrangements.

  • Carry the GATE admit card 2026 and a recent, valid photo id on the day of the exam.

  • Report to the exam centre 90 minutes before the scheduled exam commencement. Candidates will not be allowed to log in 30 minutes after the start of the exam.

  • Candidates are allowed to log in and read the instructions 20 minutes before exam commencement.

  • Carry your own pen, pencil, transparent water bottle, mask, and pocket-sized hand sanitizer.

  • It is always advisable to give a quick reading of the question paper so you can gauge how to crack it. Use the “View All Questions Button” for quick reading. This will allow you to decide and plan the sequence of the sections you need to attempt.

  • Next, start the exam by clicking on the section you wish to attempt. Most toppers suggest starting with the subject section as the GA and Engineering Maths sections are easy and scoring ones.

  • Most students find the 1 mark questions to be easier to answer as compared to the 2 mark questions which require analysis and deduction. If this holds true for you, start with the 1 marks ones first.

  • Answer those questions that you know the answers to so that you build a score as you go. This will build your confidence before you move to the hard ones.

  • A very important tip is to remember to save each answer before you move to the next ones else they will be lost and you won’t have time to redo them.

  • Another tip is to note the question numbers that you know but need a bit of time on the scribble pad. This will help you get faster to them when you are ready to answer them.

  • Answer all the questions that you know the answers to and are pretty sure of. Don't waste time on questions that you are not sure of or don’t know the answers to

  • After answering the questions you know the answers to, move to the ones that you kept for later and start answering them

  • Remember that numerical questions require a degree of precision so keep that in mind and calculate carefully. Silly mistakes are common when you are in a hurry.

  • Don’t waste a lot of time on any problem. Time is of the essence so attempt wisely and well.

  • Since there is negative marking, avoid answering questions you don’t know the answers to so you don’t lose precious marks on a fluke.

  • Plan and answer such that you have a bit of time to check your answers toward the end of the exam.

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Things to carry for the gate exam

As per the GATE exam day instructions, candidates will be allowed to carry only a few items inside the exam centre. Detailed information about things to carry for the GATE exam will be made available by the concerned authorities through the admit card.

  • GATE 2026 admit card
  • Original valid photo-identification proof (Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Aadhar Card etc).
  • Face Mask
  • Pen
  • Pencil
  • Transparent Water Bottle
  • Pocket-sized hand sanitiser
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can a student get a stand-alone calculator app for their mobile or computer?
A:

No, the candidates will not be allowed to access a stand alone calculator since it will be available only in online mode. An internet connection will be required to load the calculator on your computer or mobile.

Q: How to represent Complex numbers?
A:

Questions related to any area related to complex numbers such as power systems or any other area, can be solved using the virtual calculator for GATE 2026.

Q: How to do the calculations involving fractions?
A:

The numerical based questions will have answers only in decimal form. Therefore, there will be no provision for fractions.

Q: How to convert polar to rectangular form and vice versa?
A:

Since there are no separate keys for this function, the candidates will have to use the appropriate conversions using the calculator.

Q: How to solve quadratic, cubic or simultaneous equations?
A:

These types of equations cannot be done in the virtual calculator since it is not programmed.

Q: How to carry out Matrix operations like inverse, transpose etc?
A:

Candidates will have to manually do these operations since the virtual calculators are not programmed for it.

Q: How to access the values of constants like Planck’s constant, electron mass etc.?
A:

Any constant needed for solving problems will be present in the question paper of GATE 2026. Wherever the constant is not mentioned, the candidates are required to know it beforehand.

Q: Will I be able to use the keyboard?
A:

No. Candidates will not be allowed to use the keyboard during the examination.

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