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GATE 2026 Notification – Exam Dates, Eligibility, Application, and Syllabus
GATE 2026 Notification: The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 will be conducted by IIT Guwahati. The official notification has been released along with the detailed information brochure. GATE is a national-level examination that serves as a gateway for postgraduate admissions (M.Tech/Ph.D.) and recruitment in PSUs.
🔍 Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | IIT Guwahati |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Papers | 30 |
| Type of Questions | MCQ, MSQ, NAT |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
📊 Vacancy / Admission Scope
| Purpose | Details |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Admission | M.Tech, MS, Ph.D. in IITs, NITs, IIITs & other institutes |
| PSU Recruitment | IOCL, NTPC, ONGC, GAIL, HPCL, BHEL & others |
| Fellowship Programs | CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, and other research bodies |
🎯 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Exam (CBT) | Single exam, 3 hours, multiple papers available |
| Score Normalization | Applied for multi-session papers |
| Result Declaration | Based on normalized scores |
| Admission/Recruitment | Counselling for institutes / PSU interviews |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for GATE 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (4 years) OR Master’s degree in Science/Mathematics/Statistics/ Computer Applications OR final-year students |
| Age Limit | No age limit |
| Nationality | Indian and foreign candidates can apply |
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | ₹900 | ₹1,400 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| Foreign Nationals | US $100 | US $150 |
🧪 Exam Pattern for GATE 2026
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Online CBT |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Sections | General Aptitude (15 marks), Core Subject (85 marks) |
| Question Types | MCQ, MSQ, NAT |
| Negative Marking | -1/3 for 1-mark MCQs, -2/3 for 2-mark MCQs; No negative for MSQ & NAT |
📘 GATE 2026 Syllabus
- General Aptitude (Verbal ability, Quantitative aptitude, Reasoning, Data interpretation)
- Core Subjects – As per chosen paper (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, CSE, ECE, Biotechnology, Mathematics, etc.)
(Complete syllabus is available in the official GATE brochure.)
📝 How to Apply
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit gate2026.iitg.ac.in. |
| 2 | Register on GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System). |
| 3 | Fill in personal, academic, and exam paper details. |
| 4 | Upload photo, signature, and required documents. |
| 5 | Pay the application fee online. |
| 6 | Submit the form and download confirmation page. |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 August 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 30 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 September 2025 |
| Extended Last Date (Late Fee) | 3 October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 3 January 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 7, 8, 14, 15 February 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 16 March 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
❓ FAQs
Q1. Who will conduct GATE 2026?
A1. IIT Guwahati will conduct GATE.
Q2. What are the exam dates for GATE 2026?
A2. The exam will be held on 7, 8, 14 & 15 February 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for GATE 2026?
A3. The fee is ₹900 for SC/ST/PwD/Female and ₹1,800 for others (regular period).
Q4. What is the eligibility for GATE 2026?
A4. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology or Master’s in Science/Mathematics/Stats/Computer Applications are eligible.
Q5. Can final-year students apply for GATE 2026?
A5. Yes, final-year students are eligible to apply
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