The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 schedule has been revised by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati. The application form will now be released on August 28, 2025, instead of the earlier date, August 25. Candidates who meet the GATE 2026 eligibility criteria can register online at gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
Revised Dates
| Events | Revised Dates |
| Application form release | August 28, 2025 |
| Last date (without late fees) | September 28, 2025 |
| Last date (with late fees) | October 9, 2025 |
| Exam dates | February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 |
GATE 2026 Application Process
Follow these steps to complete the GATE registration 2026:
- Visit the official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Register and create an account
- Log in with enrollment ID and password
- Fill out the application form with the correct details
- Upload scanned documents as per the guidelines
- Pay the required application fees
- Submit the form after confirming the declaration
GATE 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Regular Period (Aug 28 – Sept 28) | Extended Period (Sept 29 – Oct 9) |
| Female/SC/ST/PwD (per paper) | ₹1000 | ₹1500 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals | ₹2000 | ₹2500 |
GATE Scholarships 2025: A Financial Aid for Higher Studies
Documents Required
Candidates must keep the following documents ready:
- Scanned photograph and signature (as per specifications)
- Valid ID proof (scanned)
- Category/dyslexia/PwD certificate in PDF (if applicable)
