The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 is a prestigious national-level examination conducted to assess the comprehensive understanding of undergraduate-level subjects in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, and Humanities. The exam serves as a gateway for higher studies in premier institutes like IITs, IISc, and also for career opportunities in PSUs and other reputed organizations.
For 2026, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) is the organizing institute. The examination is conducted jointly by IISc and all IITs on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB), Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India.
Important Updates
- The Application Portal for GATE 2026 is now LIVE.
- A new sectional paper on Energy Science (XE-I) has been introduced under the Engineering Sciences (XE) paper.
Important Dates
- August 25, 2025: Online Registration Opens
- September 25, 2025: Registration Closes (Without Late Fee)
- October 6, 2025: Registration Closes (With Late Fee)
- March 19, 2026: Announcement of Results
(Note: Dates are subject to change. Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly.)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who are currently in the 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate program, or those who have completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities are eligible.
Accepted Degrees/Programs:
- B.E./B.Tech./B.Pharm. – Currently in 3rd year or higher / Completed
- B.Arch./B.Planning/Naval Architecture – 3rd year or higher / Completed
- B.Sc. (Research)/B.S. – 3rd year or higher / Completed
- Pharm. D. – 3rd to 6th year / Completed
- M.B.B.S./B.D.S./B.V.Sc. – 5th semester or higher / Completed
- M.Sc./M.A./MCA or equivalent – 1st year or higher / Completed
- Integrated M.E./M.Tech./M.Pharm. (Post-B.Sc. or 10+2) – 1st year or higher / Completed
- B.Sc./B.A./B.Com. (3-year programs) – 3rd year or higher / Completed
- Integrated M.Sc./B.S.–M.S. – 3rd year or higher / Completed
- Professional Society Examinations (AMIE, AMICE, etc.) – Section A completed
- B.Sc. Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry – 3rd year or higher / Completed
(Candidates with degrees from foreign universities must have completed or be in the 3rd year of a program of at least 3 years duration.)
Application Form Requirements
When filling the application form, candidates must keep the following ready:
Personal Details
- Full name (as per valid photo ID)
- Date of birth (matching photo ID)
- Personal mobile number
- Parent/guardian’s name and mobile number
- Communication address with PIN code
Academic Details
- Eligibility degree details
- Institute/College name and address with PIN code
- Choice of GATE test paper(s)
- Three exam city preferences (within the same zone)
Payment Details
- Net-banking / Debit card / Credit card / UPI / Wallet details
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specifications)
- Scanned signature
- Valid photo ID proof (original must be carried to exam)
- Category certificate (SC/ST), if applicable
- PwD certificate / UDID, if applicable
- Dyslexia certificate, if applicable
- Annexures (if applicable)
- Certificate for compensatory time and scribe (if applicable)
Note: Uploaded documents must be clear and readable. Unclear uploads may lead to rejection.
Conclusion
The GATE 2026 examination provides students and professionals with an excellent opportunity to advance their academic and career aspirations. With IIT Guwahati as the organizing institute, aspirants are encouraged to carefully check eligibility, prepare documents in advance, and complete the application process before the deadline.
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