GATE 2026: Notification, Key Dates, Eligibility, Apply Online, All Details Here

GATE 2026: The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an important exam in India for students aspiring to pursue postgraduate studies or secure jobs with major Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). GATE 2026 is being organized by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati. The GATE 2026 applications are invited from 25 August to 25 September 2025, and the GATE 2026 exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026.

This GATE Exam is recognized across India and plays a key role for those who want to advance in fields like engineering, technology, architecture, and applied sciences. GATE 2026 opens doors for higher education like M.E., M.Tech., Ph.D., or for career opportunities with top PSUs. Understanding the exam’s timeline, eligibility, pattern, and uses is crucial for all candidates.

GATE 2026 Official Website: https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in/

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GATE 2026 Important Dates

GATE 2026 Application Fee

• Fees are per paper.
• Candidates can pay online through the official portal.

GATE 2026 Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, arts (or currently in 3rd year or higher of such a degree).
• Required Year: Minimum 3rd year students and above can apply.
• Professional Society Examinations: Acceptable if recognized as equivalent by MoE/AICTE/UGC/UPSC.
• Age Limit: No age limit for appearing in GATE 2026.

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GATE 2026 Exam Pattern

• You can choose one or two papers (from specific combinations).
• Questions are designed to test understanding, application, and analysis.

Types of Questions:

• MCQ: Choose the correct answer from options.
• MSQ: One or more correct answers.
• NAT: Enter your answer as a number; no options provided.

GATE 2026 Use of GATE Score

• Postgraduate Admissions: Admission to M.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. programs at institutes like IITs, IISc, NITs, and other top colleges.
• PSU Recruitment: Selection for engineering roles in renowned Public Sector Undertakings.
• Score Validity: 3 years from the result date.
• Fellowships: Eligibility for scholarships and financial aid in higher studies.

GATE 2026 Major Subjects Offered

• Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics, Chemical, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Agricultural Engineering.
• Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics.
• Humanities and Social Sciences, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (new in recent years).
• Total 30 papers. Candidates can check the syllabus for each on the official site.

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GATE 2026 Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in
2. Register and fill in personal and academic details.
3. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
4. Pay the application fee as per your category.
5. Submit and take a print of the confirmation page for future use.

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