IIT Guwahati has released GATE Notification 2026 on August 5, 2025. Candidates planning to appear in GATE Exam 2026 will be able to apply for registration from 28 August 2025 to 13 september 2025 based on Officials terms and conditions. Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering(GATE Exam 2026) is one of most prestigious exams for engineering graduates in India. IITs or IISc conducts GATE exam annually. GATE serves as a gateway for higher studies like M.Tech / PhD and is also used for PSU recruitment.
For those who planning to appear for GATE Exam 2026, understanding syllabus, important dates, application process, eligibility Criteria, and other essential details is crucial. This article provides a comprehensive guide about GATE Exam Notification 2026, which is released on 5 August 2025.
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GATE Notification 2026 Overview
GATE Notification 2026 Overview including GATE Full Form, mode of exam, GATE Exam Dates, GATE Admit Card relaesa date, GATE Result 206 Date and more are provided in table below
GATE Notification 2026 Overview |
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| Particuars | Details |
| GATE full form | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
| GATE Exam is conducted by | IITs & IIsc |
| Exam level | National level Exam |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Purpose of GATE 2026 Exam |
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| Official GATE Exam Notification 2026 Release Date | August 5, 2025 |
| GATE Exam 2026 date | February 7,8,14 & 15, 2026 |
| Shifts of GATE Exam 2026 | Forenoon(9:30-12:30)
Afternoon(2:30-5:30) |
| IIT Guwahati GATE 2026 Official website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
GATE Notification 2026 Important Dates
IIT Guwahat has released GATE Exam notification 2026 on August 5, 2025 on official website of gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Officials have confirmed GATE Exam date 2026 and important events along with GATE Notification 2026. Important dates regarding GATE Exam 2026 are given in table below
| Event | Date |
| GATE Exam notification 2026 release Date | August 5, 2025 |
| Start date for GATE registration 2026 | August 28, 2025 |
| GATE registration 2026 last date (without late fee) | October 7, 2025 |
| Last date to submit the gate application form 2026(with late fee) | October 13, 2025 |
| GATE admit card release date | January 2026 |
| GATE Exam date 2026 | February 7,8,14 & 15, 2026 |
| Availability of GATE Response Sheet 2026 | February 2026 |
| Release of GATE Exam Answer Key | February 2026 |
| GATE Answer Key Challenge period 2026 | February 2026 |
| GATE Result Date 2026 | March 19, 2026 |
| Availability of Scorecard for Download by Candidates | March 2026 |
GATE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before applying for GATE Exam 2026, candidates must ensure they meet Required eligibility criteria set by Conducting Authorities. GATE Eligibility criteria 2026 set by IIT Guwahati are given below
- Nationality: Indian candidates, as well as some foreign nationals, are also eligible to fill out the application form.
- Age limit: there is no age limit; candidates of any age can apply
- Educational Qualification: Candidates holding a bachelor’s degree or in their final year are eligible to apply.
| GATE Eligibility Criteria 2026 | ||
| Degree / Program | Qualifying Degree / Examination | Description of Eligible Candidates |
| B.E. / B.Tech. / B. Pharm. | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| B. Arch. | Bachelor’s degree of Architecture (5-year course) / Naval Architecture (4-year course) / Planning (4-year course) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| B.Sc. (Research) / B.S. | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Post-Diploma / 4 years after 10+2) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
| Pharm. D.(after 10+2) | 6-year degree program, consisting of internship or residency training, from the third year onwards | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th/ 5th/ 6th year or already completed |
| M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. | Degree holders of M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc and those who are in the 5th/ 6th/ 7th semester or higher semester of such a programme. | 5th/ 6th/ 7th or higher semester or already completed |
| M. Sc. / M.A. / MCA or equivalent | 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 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd/ 4th 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 3rd/ 4th/ 5th year or already completed |
| B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. | Bachelor’s degree in any branch of Science / Arts / Commerce (3-year program) | Currently in the 3rd year or have already completed |
| Int. M.Sc. / Int. B.S. / M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.- M.S. program | Currently in the 3rd year or higher 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, recognised 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 |
| B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) | 4-years program | Currently in the 3rd/ 4th year or have already completed |
Also read GATE Eligibility Criteria 2026
GATE Registration 2026
GATE Registration 2026 process will be in online mode. GATE Registration Process is provided below
Step 1 Registration:
- visit the official GATE website of IIT Guwahati on gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Fill in the basic information like name, DOB, Email, phone number, and educational qualification.
Step 2: Filling out the application form
- After successful registration, log in and fill out details application form.
- Choose the paper you want to appear for.
Step 3: Uploading Documents
- Upload the required documents, such as a scanned photograph, signature, and valid photo ID proof.
- Make sure that the documents meet the specified size and format requirements.
Step 4: Application fee payments
- Pay the application fee online via credit, debit, net banking, or e-wallets
- The application fee varies depending on the candidate’s category
Step 5 Final Submission
- Once the application is complete, review all details carefully.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
GATE Registration Fee 2026
GATE Registration fee 2026, as per category wise for regular and extended period, is given in the table below
GATE Registration Fee 2026 |
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| Category | Regular Period
(August 28 to October 7, 2025) |
During the Extended Period
(October 7 to October 13, 2025) |
| Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates (per test paper) | 1000 | 1500 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals (per test paper) | 2000 | 2500 |
GATE Exam Pattern 2026
GATE Exam Pattern 2026 subject wise based on mark distribution is provided in table below
| GATE Exam Pattern 2026 | |||||
| Paper Code | General Aptitude (GA) Marks | Compulsory Section | Subject Marks | Total Marks | Total Time* (Minutes) |
| AE, AG, BM, BT, CE, CH, CS, EC, EE, ES, IN, ME, MN, MT, NM, PE, PI, TF; Subject marks in these papers include questions on Engineering Mathematics (13 marks), which are paper-specific. | 15 | — | 85 | 100 | 180 |
| CY, DA, EY, MA, PH, ST | 15 | — | 85 | 100 | 180 |
| AR [Part A is Common and Compulsory for all; Part B1 or Part B2 can be selected during Exam. B1: Architecture or B2: Planning] | 15 | 60 | 25 | 100 | 180 |
| GE [Part A is Common and Compulsory for all; Part B1 or B2 can be selected during the Exam.
B1 – Surveying and Mapping or B2 -Image Processing and Analysis.] |
15 | 55 | 30 | 100 | 180 |
| GG [Part A is Common and Compulsory for all; Part B can either be Geology (B1) or Geophysics (B2) — which must be chosen at the time of Application.] | 15 | 25 | 60 | 100 | 180 |
| XE [Section A (Engineering Mathematics) is Common and Compulsory for all; Applicants must select any TWO additional Sections during the Exam] | 15 | 15 | 2 x 35 | 100 | 180 |
| XH [Section B1 (Reasoning and Comprehension) is Common and Compulsory for all; Applicants must select any ONE additional Section at the time of Application] | 15 | 25 | 60 | 100 | 180 |
| XL [Section P (Chemistry) is Common and Compulsory for all; Applicants must select any TWO additional Sections during the Exam] | 15 | 25 | 60 | 100 | 180 |
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GATE Syllabus 2026
GATE syllabus 2026 varies according to selected paper. Each subject has its syllabus, which is provided in detail in official notification. GATE syllabus 2026 generally includes topics from undergraduate courses in Engineering and science.
Some summon subjects include:
- Engineering Mathematics
- General Aptitude
- Core Subjects topics (based on disciplines)
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GATE Admit Card 2026
GATE Admit Card 2026 will be available for download in January 2026. Candidates can download their GATE Admit Card 2026 from Official website. Candidates must download and take a printout to appear for GATE Exam 2026. GATE Admit Card 2026 will contain essential details including Exam date, time, venue, and candidate’s personal information like photo, signature and more.
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GATE Exam Date 2026
GATE Exam Date 2026 confirmed by IIT Guwahati to be Conducted on February 7, 8, 14, & 15, 2026. Subject wise GATE Exam Date 2026 is still not confirmed. GATE Exam Will Be conducted in two shifts forenoon(9:30am-12:30pm) and afternoon(2:30pm- 5:30apm). We will provided in detailed GATE Exam Date 2026 subject wise soon.
GATE Result 2026 and Scorecard
GATE Result 2026 will be declared in March 2026. After declaration of result, candidates can access their GATE Scorecard, which contains their performance in GATE Exam 2026. GATE Scorecard is valid up to three years from date of declaration of result.
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Important tips for GATE Exam Preparation 2026
To crack GATE Exam 2026, it’s essential to prepare effectively. Candidates are advised to follow a daily routine targeted and scheduled study plan. Here are some Important tips for GATE exam preparation 2026 listed below:
- Know your syllabus: check your syllabus and make an effective study plan
- Practice Previous year Papers: Solve at least the last 5 years Previous year question papers, which are easily available on Official website.
- Mock tests: take online mock tests to get an idea of the actual atmosphere and improve your problem-solving speed, as well as decrease the chances of making mistakes.
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GATE Notification 2026 FAQs
When will registration be open for GATE Exam 2026?
IIT Guwahati announced notification on 5 August 2025, the registration will start from 25 August 2025 for GATE Exam 2026.
How many shifts will the GATE Exam 2026 be conducted?
GATE Exam 2026 will be conducted in two shifts: Forenoon(9:00- 12:00) and afternoon(2:30-5:30).
Who will conduct the GATE Exam 2026?
IIT Guwahati will conduct GATE Exam 2026.
How many types of questions are asked in GATE Exam 2026?
Based on marks, there are three types of questions asked, like MCQs, MSQs and NAT.
