GATE 2027 Application Form LIVE: Registration Begins Today; Check Schedule, Eligibility, Fees and Exam Pattern
Published 27 Aug 20263 min read38 Views
The GATE 2027 registration process has begun today, August 27, 2026, with the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) going live on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), which is organising GATE 2027, will conduct the exam from February 6, 2027. Registration was originally scheduled to start on August 14 but was rescheduled by IIT Madras.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration begins | August 27, 2026 |
| Regular registration closes | September 27, 2026 |
| Extended registration (with late fee) closes | October 5, 2026 |
| Application rectification window | October 14–21, 2026 |
| City allotment notification | January 4, 2027 |
| Admit card download | To be announced |
| GATE 2027 examination | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2027 |
| Result declaration | March 19, 2027 |
IIT Madras has clarified that these dates are subject to change, so candidates should keep checking the official website for updates.
Key Changes in GATE 2027
- A new Robotics and Automation (RA) test paper has been introduced, taking the total number of papers to 30.
- Electronics and Communication (EC): RA has been added as a second-paper option alongside CS, DA, EE, IN and PH.
- Instrumentation Engineering (IN): RA has been added to the existing combinations of BM, EC, EE and ME.
- Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) has been moved under the Engineering Sciences (XE) sectional paper, with sectional codes under XE, XH and XL also updated.
- Registration through DigiLocker is now mandatory for all Indian nationals; candidates should create or update a verified DigiLocker account before applying.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph (as per specified format)
- Scanned signature
- Valid photo identity proof
- SC/ST certificate (if applicable)
- UDID or PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Dyslexic certificate (if applicable)
A live facial photograph will also be captured during registration.
GATE 2027 Registration: Steps to Apply
- Visit the official website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Click on GOAPS and enter personal, academic and communication details.
- Complete facial registration, upload the required documents and make the payment.
- Submit the application form.
- Download the confirmation PDF and keep a printout for reference.
GATE 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Regular Period (Aug 27–Sep 27) | Extended Period (Sep 28–Oct 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD (per paper) | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| All other candidates, incl. foreign nationals (per paper) | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
Candidates may apply for one or two test papers, provided the two-paper combination is among those officially permitted.
Eligibility and Exam Snapshot
- Candidates currently in the 3rd year or higher of an undergraduate degree, or those who have completed a UGC/AICTE-approved degree in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, arts or humanities, can apply.
- There is no upper age limit for GATE 2027.
- The exam will be a computer-based test with MCQ, MSQ and NAT type questions, comprising 65 questions worth 100 marks in total.
- GATE scores remain valid for three years from the date of result declaration.
Why This Matters
GATE 2027 remains the primary gateway for MTech and PhD admissions at IITs, NITs, IIITs and other institutions, and is also used by several Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) for recruitment. With registration now open and multiple syllabus and process changes introduced this year, candidates are advised to review the updated paper combinations and complete their DigiLocker verification before starting the application.