How to fill GATE 2026 Application Form - Check Process Here

How to fill GATE 2026 Application Form - Check Process Here

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How to fill GATE 2026 Application Form? - IIT Guwahati commenced the GATE 2026 registrations on August 28, 2025. The GATE application form 2026 link has been activated on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Steps about how to fill the GATE 2026 application form are mentioned here. Candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria before filling out the GATE 2026 application form. The application process consists of four easy steps, including registration, filling out the form, uploading documents, and payment of the registration fee. Applicants who complete all four steps before the GATE 2026 closing date on September 28, 2025, will be registered for the GATE exam. Also, refer to the GATE Photo and Signature Guidelines. The authority has announced the GATE 2026 exam date online. The GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026.
Direct link for the GATE 2026 Registration

How to fill GATE 2026 Application Form - Check Process Here
GATE 2026 Registration

GATE Application Form 2026 Important Dates

Details of Event

Date

GATE 2026 registration date

August 25, 2025

August 28, 2025

GATE 2026 last date

September 25, 2025

September 28, 2025

GATE 2026 registration last date (with a late fee)

October 6, 2025

October 9, 2025

Last date for GATE 2026 application form correction

November 6, 2025

GATE 2026 Exam

February 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026

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What should you keep ready before you fill out the GATE Application Form 2026?

The Documents required for GATE registration to be uploaded by Indian candidates and international candidates are different. Hence, candidates can find the complete details about the documents required to be uploaded by both the Indian and International candidates.

GATE Application Form 2026- Documents to be uploaded by Indian Candidates

Indian candidates are advised to keep the following ready before they fill out the application form of GATE.

Details Required for Filling the Online Application Form of GATE 2026

  • Personal information (Name - the name should match those of the college records, date of birth, your mobile number, email ID parent’s name, parent’s mobile number, etc.)

  • Postal Address for Communication (including PIN code)

  • Eligibility degree details like name of the degree, year of passing, branch/specialization

  • College address, PIN code of college

  • GATE paper, choice of GATE examination cities

  • Bank details for application fees.

  • Details of ID Proof: Only Passport/PAN Card/Voter ID/Aadhaar UID/Driving License/College ID/Employee ID card

Documents Required for Filling the Online Application Form Of GATE 2026

  • A scanned image of your photograph

  • Scanned image of your signature

  • Scanned copy of Eligibility Document/Certificate in PDF format.

  • Scanned copy of Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate in case of candidates who have completed their graduation. In case they have not been issued the degree or provisional certificate, they can upload the final year mark sheet (of any one semester)

  • Scanned copy of Category Certificate (if applicable) in pdf format

  • Scanned copy of PwD Certificate (if applicable) in pdf format

  • Scanned copy of Dyslexic Certificate (if applicable) in pdf format

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GATE 2026 Application Form- Specifications for Photograph and Signature

Photograph

  • You must scan a coloured passport-size photo with a white or a light-coloured background. Any other photo taken by other means may result in rejection

  • The size of the photograph must be 3.5 cm (Width) x 4.5 cm (Height).

  • File format should be in JPEG only on a standard 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (Width x Height) print.

  • The maximum dimensions can be 480 x 640 pixels (0.3 Megapixels) while the minimum can be 240 x 320 pixels.

  • You should ensure that at least 50% of the area of the photograph is covered by your face with a full-face view looking into the camera directly.

  • Ensure that the face is not hidden by the hair of the head, any cloth or any shadow. The forehead, eyes, nose, and chin should be visible.

  • Candidates wearing spectacles can remove the spectacles and take a photograph to avoid any red glares. Dark or tinted glasses are not allowed.

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  • Upload an image of the signature in JPEG/JPG format of size with an aspect ratio (height : width) of 1 : R, where the value of R can be between 2.75 and 3.75. After cropping to the mentioned size, the area of the signature must cover 70-80% of the image..

  • The signature of the candidate must be in black or dark blue color ink only.

  • The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person..

  • Only JPEG image format will be accepted.

  • The file size must be a minimum of 3 kB and maximum of 300 kB.

  • The maximum pixel resolution is 580 × 180 pixels and the minimum resolution is 250 × 80 pixels.

  • If the candidate’s signature does not match with the signature at the time of the examination, the applicant could be disqualified.

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GATE Application Form 2026- Documents to be uploaded by International Candidates

  • Personal information (name, date of birth, personal mobile number, parent’s name, parent’s mobile number, etc.).
  • Address for Communication (including PIN code)
  • Details of the Eligibility Degree
  • College name and address with PIN code
  • GATE paper (subject) appearing with Code
  • A scanned copy of the photograph as per the guidelines above
  • Scanned copy of signature as per the given guidelines above
  • Scanned copy of the Eligibility Certificate in PDF format (Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate)
  • In the case of students studying in their final year, a Certificate from the Head of the Department/ Institute as per the given format.
  • Details of the valid Photo ID - valid Passport/Government-issued ID/College ID/Employee ID
  • Details for Net-banking/debit card/credit card for fee payment

How to fill GATE 2026 Application Form?

The GATE application 2026 link is available from August 28, 2025. Candidates can check the step-by-step procedure on how to fill GATE form below.

Steps to Fill GATE Application Form

Step 1 - Registration: The link to register for GATE 2026 will be activated on the official website.GATE_2026_registration_login_window

Register for GATE 2026 by entering the following details-

  • First Name

  • Middle Name

  • Surname

  • Name of the Candidate

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After confirming the name, the following details must be added for GATE registration:

  • Email Address

  • Confirm Email Address

  • Country of Residence

  • Mobile Number

  • Password

  • Confirm Password

  • Captcha

Click on submit. On successful registration, an e-mail containing the candidate's GOAPS Enrollment ID will be sent to the registered email ID and through an SMS. This Enrollment ID will be the reference ID for all future communication. In addition, an OTP will also be sent for verification of the mobile number.

Step 2 - Login after registration: Enter the Enrollment ID of the Registered Email ID as well as the password to log in and proceed to fill out the GATE 2026 application form.

To proceed to fill out the application form of GATE 2026, candidates should accept the declaration

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Step 3 - Filling the details in the GATE application form 2026
Applicants will have to fill in the details as per each section as demonstrated in each window below.

GATE 2026 Exam Details - The details to be filled in this section are as follows:

  • GATE paper you wish to appear for

  • Choice of Examination country.

  • Next, choose three exam cities. The GATE Exam Centres for the first two choices must be in the same zone, while the third choice can be from any GATE 2026 zone.

Applicant's Personal Details
The details mentioned in the window above have to be filled in. Ensure that the details match those in the degree certificate, as that is the basis of cross-checking the details. Any small discrepancy can lead to the rejection of the application form for GATE. Cross-check each detail carefully before moving to the next section.

The following details will be automatically filled by the system based on the candidate's registration details:

  • Enrolment ID

  • Name of candidate

  • Email ID

  • Mobile No

The other details to be filled are:

  • Date of Birth

  • Gender

  • Name of Parent/Guardian

  • Mobile No of Parent/Guardian

  • Nationality

  • Category

  • Person with disability

  • Country of Permanent Residence

  • State/Union Territory of Permanent Residence

  • ID Proof

  • ID Proof Number

  • Name of Parent/Guardian

  • Country of Residence of Parent/Guardian

  • Mobile Number of Parent/Guardian

Correspondence Address: In this section of the GATE application form, the following details are asked:

  • Address line 1

  • Address line 2 (Optional)

  • Address line 3 (Optional)

  • Correspondence Address City/Town

  • PIN Code

  • Country

  • State/Union Territory

Qualifying Degree Details: All details about the academic qualifications and degree have to be entered.

  • Institute Registration/Roll No

  • Qualifying Degree: Choose a qualifying degree or the degree pursuing.

  • The discipline of Qualifying Degree: Choose "Other" if the qualifying degree was done outside India.

  • Have you graduated in the above degree?

  • Year of qualifying degree

  • State/Union Territory

  • City/Town

  • College/University Name: Use an abbreviation for the College/University name if the length exceeds 30 characters (For example,IIT Guwahati)

  • PIN Code: Enter the PIN code of the college. Please enter 999999 if it is not in India

Upload Documents
The scanned photograph, signature as well as the documents asked will have to be uploaded at this stage. After successfully uploading, it is advisable to save and view the GATE 2026 application form before submitting it. This will enable applicants to edit or correct any detail which will not be possible after the submission of details and then proceed to the payment.

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The last question that is asked each year is “Where did you first come to know about GATE 2026?" This question is merely for statistical purposes.

After verifying all details, click on the "Submit & Proceed to Payment" button. The GATE application form fee for different categories is as follows:

Payment of Application Fees of GATE 2026

Category

Fees

Fees during extended period

Male (General, OBC and Others)

Rs. 2000

Rs. 2500

SC/ ST/ PwD

Rs. 1000

Rs. 1500

Women (All Category)

Rs. 1000

Rs. 1500

International Students (For Indian centres)

Rs 2000Rs. 2500

Payment Mode: Online only through Net Banking or Debit/Credit Cards. Additional bank charges may be applicable.

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Printing the GATE 2026 application form and checking Application Status

After successful payment, candidates will be able to directly print your GATE application form. However, one must keep checking for the application status as the application will be scrutinized and checked by the respective zonal IITs. In case of any discrepancies, candidates will be sent an SMS and Email to intimate about the same and its rectification. Candidates should ensure they rectify their mistakes in the GATE 2026 application form as soon as possible to avoid disqualification. One can always log in to GOAPS to print their application form.

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Corrections In GATE Application Form 2026

IIT Guwahati will announce the dates for the GATE 2026 application form correction window. During this period, applicants will have the opportunity to modify any information on their GATE 2026 application form.

Please note that updating the GATE 2026 application form will incur an additional fee. Follow the step-by-step guide below to make corrections to your application:

  1. Visit the official GATE 2026 website.

  2. Click on ‘GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS)’.

  3. Log in using your enrollment ID and password.

  4. Follow the instructions to edit your GATE 2026 application form.

  5. Pay the application correction fee based on the changes made, as detailed below.

  6. After making the necessary changes, click “Submit”. It is strongly recommended to download and print the updated GATE 2026 application form for your records.

GATE Application Form 2026 Correction Fees

Description of Changes / ModificationsFees (Per Paper)
Change in Choice of GATE Examination Cities/CentersFree of Charge
Change in Applicant’s NameRs. 500
Change in Applicant’s Date of BirthRs. 500
Change in Choice of Examination CitiesRs. 500
Change of GATE 2026 PaperRs. 500
For Adding a Second Paper in accordance with the GATE Two Paper CombinationRs. 500 Plus the Application Fee for the Additional Paper
Change of Gender to FemaleRs. 500
Change of Gender from Female to Any Other GenderRs. 500 + Rs. 900 = Rs. 1,400 (For All Other Candidates)
Change of Category to SC/STRs. 500
Change of category from SC/ST to Any Other
  • Rs. 500 (For Female Applicants or PwD Applicants)
  • Rs. 500 + Rs. 900 = Rs. 1,400 (For All Other Applicants)
Change from Non-PwD/Dyslexic to PwD/Dyslexic
  • Rs. 500 (For Female Applicants or PwD Applicants)
  • Rs. 500 + Rs. 900 = Rs. 1,400 (For All Other Applicants)
Change from PwD/Dyslexic to Non-PwD/Dyslexic
  • Rs. 500 (For Female Applicants or PwD Applicants)
  • Rs. 500 + ₹ 900 = ₹ 1400 (For All Other Applicants)
Any other change in category (not mentioned above)Rs. 500
Details of Parents/Guardian/Correspondence AddressRs. 500
College Name and Location, Roll No., Registration No.Rs. 500

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When should I apply for GATE 2026?
A:

The GATE 2026 registration commenced on August 28, 2025.

Q: What is the official website for GATE 2026 registration?
A:

The official website for GATE 2026 registration is gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

Q: Which IIT conducts GATE 2026?
A:

IIT Guwahati will conduct GATE 2026. The GATE 2026 website has been launched.

Q: What is the last date for GATE 2026 registration with late fee?
A:

The last date for GATE 2026 registration with a late fee is on October 9, 2025.  

Q: What is the fee for GATE application form 2026?
A:

The GATE 2026 registration fee is Rs. 2000 for general category applicants without a late fee and Rs. 2500 with a late fee.

Q: How to enter my exam city preference while applying?
A:

Candidates while filling the GATE 2026 application form will be able to select 3 IIT zonal centres as their preference. Candidates are more likely to get their exam centres in the first preference they entered while applying for GATE.`

Q: How to fill GATE form 2026?
A:

GATE GOAPS 2026 Registration Steps:

  • Visit the official GATE 2026 website.
  • Click on the "New Candidate Registration" link.
  • Enter the required information.
  • Create a password of your choice.
  • Click the submit button to complete the registration process and activate your GOAPS 2026 login.
Q: How can I make the application fee payment of GATE 2026?
A:

Students applying for GATE 2026 can pay the application fee through the online payment gateway of GATE GOAPS.

Q: Can I use on e-mail id to fill multiple GATE application forms?
A:

No, candidates can only fill out one GATE application form using one email ID. Candidates are advised not to fill out multiple application forms for the entrance exam.

Q: Do I need to send the printout of the application confirmation page to the authorities?
A:

No, candidates are not required to send any physical copy of the application confirmation page to the authorities.

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