GATE Application Date:28 Aug' 25 - 28 Sep' 25
Qualification for GATE 2026: IIT Guwahati has released the minimum required qualification for GATE 2026 on August 5, 2025. The complete qualification for GATE 2026 is now available on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. According to the GATE 2026 eligibility, aspirants studying in the 3rd or higher years of any UG degree or who have completed any government-approved degree course in Engineering/Science/ Architecture/Technology/Commerce /Humanities/Arts are eligible to apply for the GATE 2026 exam. The GATE 2026 registration has begun, and the last date to apply is September 28, 2025. Candidates must make sure to have a valid qualification before applying for the course. The authority will conduct the GATE 2026 exam on January 7,8,14, and 15, 2026. Read the article to know the GATE 2026 qualification details
IIT Guwahati has announced the GATE 2026 exam date. The GATE exam allows candidates to pursue MTech programs in prestigious institutes. Read the article below completely to know more details regarding the Qualification for GATE 2026.
The authority released the GATE 2026 qualification details on August 5. Below is the qualification exam required for GATE 2026.
Degree | Qualifying Examination | Eligible Candidates |
B.Sc. (Research) / B.S. | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma/4 years after 10+2) | Currently in the 3 rd year or higher or already completed |
B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) | 4-years B.Sc program | Currently in the 3 rd/ 4 th year or already completed |
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) | Currently in the 3 rd year or higher or already completed | |
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (5- year course) / Naval Architecture (4- year course) / Planning (4- year course) | Currently in the 3 rd year or higher or already completed | |
Degree holders of M.B.B.S./B.D.S. and those who are in the 5th/6th/7th semester or higher semester of such programme | 5 th/ 6 th/ 7 thor higher semester or already completed | |
Pharm. D. (after 10+2) | 6 years degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, from the third year onwards | Currently in the 3rd/ 4 th/ 5 th/6th year or already completed |
Bachelor's degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3-year program) | Currently in the 3 rd year or already completed | |
Master’s degree in any branch of Arts/Science/Mathematics/Statistics/ Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in the first year or higher or already Completed | |
Int. M.E./ M.Tech. (Post-B.Sc.) | Post-B.Sc Integrated Master’s degree programs in Engineering/ Technology (4-year program) | Currently in the 1 st/ 2 nd/ 3 rd/ 4 th year or already completed |
Int. M.E./ M.Tech./M.Pharm or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) | Integrated Master’s degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering/Technology (5-year program) | Currently in the 3 rd / 4 th/ 5 th year or already completed |
Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch.) | B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by the Institution of Engineers-India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India, and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses |
Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program | Currently in the 3 rd year or higher or already completed |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
IIT Guwahati will conduct the GATE 2026 Exam.
The candidate has to complete 4 years of graduation in either the maths or science stream.
On Question asked by student community
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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.
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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 !
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