GATE 2027 Application Scrutiny Live: Defect Rectification Closes October 31, Paid Correction Window Already Closed

IIT Madras is currently scrutinising GATE 2027 applications. Candidates whose applications have been flagged for defects — unclear photograph, blurry signature, or incorrect category certificate — must rectify these issues by October 31, 2026, on the GOAPS portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in .

Important clarification: The paid correction window for general edits (exam city, paper, category, personal details) opened on October 14 and closed on October 21, 2026 . The current October 31 deadline applies only to defect rectification for applications flagged during scrutiny. No fee is charged for this rectification .

Two Windows, Two Different Purposes

Sources: IIT Madras GOAPS, media reports

How to Check If Your Application Is Flagged

1. Visit gate2027.iitm.ac.in and open the GOAPS portal.
2. Log in using your enrolment ID and password.
3. Check the application status displayed on the dashboard.
4. If flagged, a defect notification will appear with specific instructions.
5. Monitor your registered email for official notifications from IIT Madras .

How to Rectify Flagged Defects

If your application shows a defect notification:

1. Log in to GOAPS.
2. Read the specific defect message on the dashboard.
3. Upload the corrected document as instructed (photograph, signature, or certificate).
4. Submit and save the confirmation.
5. No payment is required for defect rectification .

Common Defects to Watch For

• Unclear signature: Signature must be clear and within the specified format.
• Blurry photograph: Photo must meet clarity and background requirements.
• Incorrect category certificate: SC/ST/OBC/PwD certificates must match the prescribed government format .

What Happens If You Miss October 31?

Failure to rectify flagged defects by the deadline may result in application rejection. Candidates whose applications are rejected will not be eligible to appear for GATE 2027 .

GATE 2027 Exam Dates

The examination will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027, in Computer-Based Test mode .

Paid Correction Window: Reference Information (Closed)

For candidates who completed corrections during the October 14–21 window, the fee structure was:

Non-editable fields: Registered email ID, mobile number, nationality

Payment modes accepted: UPI, net banking, credit card, debit card. Correction fees are non-refundable .