GATE 2026 notification has been released. The exam will be conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati. According to the official notification issued, the registration process will start from August 25 and will run till September 25. You will have to apply by visiting the official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The exam will be conducted in February 2026. Let us know what is the schedule of the exam.

Candidates registering for GATE 2026 should have a graduation degree in engineering from any recognized university. The degree should be equivalent to B.Tech and B. Planning. At the same time, candidates are doing B. Tech abroad can also apply. The last date to apply without a late fee is 25 September. After that, candidates can apply till 6 October with a late fee.

GATE 2026 Application Fee: What is the GATE 2026 application fee?

The application fee for women, SC, ST, and PWD categories is Rs 1000 per paper. Whereas for all other categories, the application fee is Rs 2000 per paper. The late fee for women, SC, ST, and PWD candidates is Rs 1500 per paper and Rs 2500 for all others.

GATE 2026 Registration How to Apply: How to apply

Visit the official website of Gate 2026 gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

Click on the registration tab given on the home page.

Register by entering details like mail id, phone number, etc.

Now fill out the application form and upload the required documents.

Pay the fee and submit.

GATE 2026 Exam Date: When will the GATE 2026 exam be held?

GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on 7, 8, 14, and 15 February 2026. Admit card will be issued to all the registered candidates appearing in the exam at the scheduled time. The result will be declared on 19 March 2026. This exam will be conducted for admission to Master's / Doctoral courses in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, and Humanities. At the same time, GATE score is also valid for jobs in public sector companies. For more information, candidates can check the detailed notification issued by IIT Guwahati.

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