GATE 2026 Notification is out. Check exam dates, eligibility, application fee, syllabus, and how to apply. Apply online for GATE 2026 before the last date.
The GATE 2026 Notification has been officially released by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati along with the detailed information brochure. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, commonly known as GATE 2026, will be conducted on 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th February 2026 across India.
As per the GATE 2026 Notification, the online application process will start on 28th August 2025 and continue till 28th September 2025, while the extended application window with late fee will remain open till 6th October 2025.
GATE 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2026) |
| Conducting Body | IIT Guwahati |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Exam | Online (CBT) |
| Total Papers | 30 |
| Score Validity | 3 Years |
| Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
The GATE 2026 Notification confirms that this year a new subject Energy Science (XE-I) has been introduced under Engineering Sciences.
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 Notification Date | 20 August 2025 |
| Application Start | 28 August 2025 |
| Last Date (Without Late Fee) | 07 October 2025 (Extended) |
| Last Date (With Late Fee) | 9 October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 3 January 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Exam Date | 7th, 8th, 14th & 15th February 2026 |
| Answer Key | 21 February 2026 |
| Result | 16 March 2026 |
| Scorecard | 23 March 2026 |
GATE 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | ₹1000 | ₹1500 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹2000 | ₹2500 |
The GATE 2026 Application Fee must be paid online via debit/credit card or net banking.
GATE 2026 Eligibility
As per the GATE 2026 Notification:
- Candidates must have completed or be in the 3rd/final year of a UG degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, or Arts.
- No upper age limit for GATE 2026.
- Indian and foreign candidates can apply.
GATE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | CBT |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Questions | 65 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Types | MCQ, MSQ, NAT |
Marking Scheme
- 1-mark MCQ → 1/3 negative marking
- 2-mark MCQ → 2/3 negative marking
- No negative marking for MSQ & NAT
GATE 2026 Syllabus
The GATE 2026 Syllabus includes 30 papers, covering popular branches like:
- CSE
- ECE
- ME
- CE
- EE
- IN
- CH
- AE
- XE Papers
- New Paper: Energy Science (XE-I)
Each paper includes:
- General Aptitude (15 marks)
- Engineering Mathematics (for most branches)
- Subject-specific syllabus
GATE 2026 Score Usage
The GATE 2026 Notification confirms score usage for:
- Admission in IITs, NITs, IISc
- PSU Recruitment: ONGC, NTPC, IOCL, HPCL, DRDO, BHEL
- Direct Ph.D. admissions
- Fellowships & scholarships
How to Apply for GATE 2026
- Visit gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Open the GATE 2026 Apply Online link
- Register on GOAPS
- Fill personal & academic details
- Upload documents
- Pay GATE 2026 application fee
- Submit the form and save confirmation.
GATE 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 Subject-Wise Exam Schedule | Download Exam Schedule |
| GATE 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| GATE 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| GATE 2026 Official Website | Visit GATE Portal |
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