IIT Guwahati Launches GATE 2026 Website; Registration Opens August 25

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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has launched the official website for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. The exam is scheduled for February 2026. GATE 2026 registration will begin on August 25, 2025, and close on September 25, 2025, for regular applications. The last date to apply with a late fee is October 6, 2025. Aspiring candidates can find all details at the official GATE 2026 website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in

Dates and Eligibility Criteria

The GATE 2026 exam dates are February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The results will be announced on March 19, 2026.

To be eligible for GATE, candidates must be in their third year or higher of an undergraduate degree. Those who have completed a qualifying degree in Engineering, Science, Arts, or other fields are also eligible.

Application Fees and Benefits of GATE

CategoryRegular Application FeeLate Application Fee
Female, SC, ST, PwD Candidates₹1,000₹1,500
All Other Candidates₹2,000₹2,500

GATE scores are crucial for several opportunities. Firstly, they are used for admission to postgraduate programs (Master’s/Doctoral) in various fields. Secondly, many Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) use GATE scores for recruitment. Finally, students pursuing higher studies with a valid GATE score may be eligible for financial assistance.

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