GATE Application Date:28 Aug' 25 - 28 Sep' 25
Document Required for GATE 2026 Registration- IIT Gwahati has released the list of document required for GATE registration 2026 on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates can check the required documents for GATE 2026 registration on this page. The GATE 2026 registration process began from August 28, 2025. Before filling out the GATE 2026 application form, candidates must arrange several documents including their photograph, signature, valid photo ID (such as Aadhaar, passport, or PAN card), and many other documents. The GATE 2026 will be held for 30 papers and conducted only in online mode. In this article, Careers360 provides the documents required for GATE 2026 registration.
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IIT Guwahati has updated the full list of documents required for GATE 2026 registration. The documents are to be uploaded in a given structure and specification. Below is a table consisting the list of documents required:
Section | Data/Document Required |
Personal Details | Name (as per valid photo ID), Date of Birth, Personal mobile number, Name & mobile number of parent/guardian, Address with PIN code |
Eligibility Degree | Degree details, Institute/College name & address with PIN code |
Exam Details | Choice(s) of GATE test paper(s), Choice of three exam cities (same zone) |
Payment Details | Net-banking/debit/credit card/UPI/wallet details |
Photograph | Good quality scanned image as per specifications (JPG/JPEG) |
Signature | Good quality scanned image as per specifications (JPG/JPEG) |
Photo Identity Document | Scanned copy of valid ID (Aadhaar-UID/Passport/PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving License) (same ID must be shown at exam center) |
Category Certificate | SC/ST certificate (if applicable) scanned in PDF format |
PwD Certificate | UDID/PwD certificate (if applicable) scanned in PDF format |
Dyslexic Certificate | Dyslexia certificate (if applicable) scanned in PDF format |
Relevant Annexures | Additional annexure(s) if applicable, scanned in PDF format |
The authority has commenced the GATE 2026 application form on August 28, 2025 o the official website. The application process is a simple online process that involves registration, uploading personal and academic details, and other documents and paying the application fee. Candidates must ensure all details match their official documents to avoid issues during the exam or counselling. The application fee is INR 2000 for all the general candidates and INR 1000 for all the SC/ST/PWD, and female candidates.
Below is a step-by-step guide to fill the application form correctly:
Step 1: Register on the GOAPS portal and create an account using name, email ID, mobile number, and setting a password.
Step 2: Login using Enrollment ID and password. Enter personal details (name, DOB, category), academic qualifications, contact information, and select the GATE paper and exam city preferences.
Step 3: Upload scanned documents of photograph, signature, valid photo ID, and other documents.
Step 4: Pay the required application fee online using net banking, credit/debit card, UPI, or wallet.
Step 5: Review all details, submit the form, and download the confirmation page.
Candidates need to carry a valid ID proof and 2 printouts of the admit card to the examination centre. It is mandatory for applicants to carry these documents as they are necessary for verification and entry to the examination hall.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Candidates need to carry a valid ID proof and an admit card to the examination hall.
Only SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates need to upload relevant certificates in PDF format. OBC-NCL and EWS candidates are exempted from uploading certificates.
Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License are the valid ID required for GATE 2026.
A recent, good-quality passport-sized photograph (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm) with a white background, showing 60-70% face coverage, in JPG/JPEG format.
On Question asked by student community
Hello
As an EEE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) graduate, your core GATE paper is EE (Electrical Engineering).
You can also choose papers like IN (Instrumentation) or EC (Electronics and Communication) if you're comfortable. GATE now allows two-paper combinations EE plus IN is a valid pair.
Choose based on your strengths and future goals (e.g., PSU jobs, M.Tech). Always check the latest GATE brochure for updated paper codes and combinations.
How to clear GATE Exam :
First, know the syllabus and exam pattern.
Make a small study plan and follow it every week.
Read from good books or trusted online notes.
Practice old GATE question papers.
Give mock tests to check speed and accuracy.
Revise your notes and formulas again and again.
How to get Job in PSU:
Score high in GATE, because PSUs take only top ranks.
Keep checking PSU job notices regularly.
Apply on time with your GATE score.
Be ready for interviews or group discussions.
Work on subject knowledge and also your communication skills.
Yes, it will be acceptable. In GATE registration, the name should match your valid photo ID proof in terms of spelling, not the order. Many Indian IDs have surname written first, while the portal generates it as first–middle–last. Since all three parts of your name (Vikash, Rameshbhai, Bhagel) are correct, there won’t be any issue. Just ensure you upload the correct ID proof. During verification, they check spelling, photo, and signature, not the word order.
Hello,
Yes, you can change your category from General to OBC during the GATE 2026 correction window.
GATE always allows candidates to correct details like category. You will need to pay a small correction fee for this change. Make sure you upload a valid OBC certificate as per the format and date mentioned by GATE.
So, wait for the correction window, log in to your application, and update your category to OBC.
Hope it helps !
Hello! If you are preparing for GATE, there are plenty of free resources available online that can boost your preparation. You can easily access e-books, handwritten notes, subject wise PYQs, and test series shared by toppers on different platforms. Along with that, free PDFs and study material are available through various websites and Telegram channels. To make it easier, I will be attaching the link where you can find preparation tips, a study timetable, free study materials, and previous year question papers all in one place.
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