Key Dates (As on August 24, 2025)
- Registration Start (GOAPS portal)
- Revised date: August 28, 2025—the official GATE 2026 application portal (GOAPS) will open on this date .
- Some early reports mentioned August 25, but this has been officially updated .
- Registration Deadlines
- Without Late Fee: September 28, 2025 .
- With Late Fee: October 9, 2025 .
- Exam Dates
- Scheduled across two weekends in February:
- February 7 & 8, 2026
- February 14 & 15, 2026 .
- Scheduled across two weekends in February:
- Result Announcement
- Expected on March 19, 2026 .
Summary Table
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | August 28, 2025 |
| Regular Deadline (no late fee) | September 28, 2025 |
| Extended Deadline (with late fee) | October 9, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Exam | February 7–8 & 14–15, 2026 |
| Result Announcement | March 19, 2026 |
How to Apply (via GOAPS Portal)
- Visit the official GATE 2026 site: gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
- Access the GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System).
- Register by creating an enrollment ID and password.
- Fill out application details and upload documents (photo, signature, ID).
- Pay the application fee (fees vary by category and whether you apply before or after the deadline).
- Submit the form and download confirmation for your records.
Ensure all documents adhere to the specifications to avoid rejection .
Additional Insights
- The exam is organized by IIT Guwahati for the year 2026 .
- GATE is a prestigious national-level computer-based test for postgraduate admissions and PSU recruitment .
- No age limit applies for eligibility. Requirements are based on education and category .
