GATE 2027 Correction Window Closes Today: Edit Details by Paying ₹500, Defect Rectification Open Until 30 November
Published 14 Nov 20264 min read
IIT Madras closes the paid GATE 2027 application data correction window on 14 November 2026. Registered candidates can modify name, date of birth, exam city, paper, gender, category, or PwD status through the GOAPS portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in .
A separate free rectification window for candidates whose applications were flagged as defective during scrutiny remains open until 30 November 2026 .
Correction vs. Defect Rectification: Two Different Windows
| Window | Purpose | Fee | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Correction | Candidate-requested changes (name, city, paper, etc.) | ₹500 or ₹1,500 per change | 14 November 2026 |
| Defect Rectification | Fixing issues flagged during application scrutiny | No fee | 30 November 2026 |
The paid correction window is voluntary—you use it if you want to change something. The free rectification window is mandatory only if your application has been marked "Defective" during scrutiny . Candidates whose applications show "Application in Order and Accepted" have no action to take.
What Can You Change and What Does It Cost?
| Change Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Name, date of birth, exam city, existing paper, gender change to female, category change to SC/ST, non-PwD to PwD | ₹500 per paper |
| Category change from SC/ST to General/OBC, gender change from female to other, PwD to non-PwD (if this removes a fee concession you were receiving) | ₹1,500 (₹500 + ₹1,000) |
The higher fee applies only when the change removes a concession. If you qualified for a reduced application fee because of your SC/ST, female, or PwD status, and you change to a category that does not qualify, you pay the difference.
All correction fees are non-refundable .
How to Edit Your GATE 2027 Application
- Visit gate2027.iitm.ac.in
- Click GOAPS Login
- Enter your enrolment ID/email and password (DigiLocker sign-in may be available)
- Select Application Data Correction on your dashboard
- Modify the permitted fields and upload supporting documents where required
- Pay the prescribed fee via net banking, UPI, or card
- Review all details carefully, submit, and download the updated confirmation page
Important Caveats: Fees Don't Guarantee Approval
Two points candidates often miss:
Paying does not guarantee the change. Zonal institute authorities verify supporting documents before applying corrections. If your documents do not support the request, the change may be rejected even after payment .
Exam city changes are subject to availability. Selecting a different city does not ensure you get a centre there. Final allotment depends on capacity. Act early if your preferred city matters for travel planning .
If Your Application Is Flagged as Defective
Check your application status on GOAPS. If it shows "Application is Defective," you must rectify the specific issues mentioned in the defect notification sent to your registered email. This is free and can be done until 30 November 2026 .
Do not use the paid correction window for scrutiny-flagged defects. The free rectification window is the correct route, and it remains open longer.
Live Updates
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GATE 2027: Can't Edit Address? Fix It Through DigiLocker
If your correspondence address field is locked during GATE 2027 correction, the fix lies outside GOAPS. Log in to your DigiLocker account, update the address on your linked ID (Aadhaar or whichever document you used), save it, then return to gate2027.iitm.ac.in and log in again—GOAPS pulls the updated details automatically.
Address corrections carry no fee. The paid correction window closes on 14 November 2026.
If the address still doesn't sync after editing DigiLocker, email helpdesk@gate.iitm.ac.in with your enrolment ID and screenshots.
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Can I change my GATE exam city during correction phase?
Yes, you can change your GATE 2027 exam city during the correction phase—but today is the last day.
The correction window closes 14 November 2026. The fee for changing exam city is ₹500 per paper, and it is non-refundable.
Keep in mind:
- You can select up to six cities, but all must be from the same GATE zone
- City allotment is subject to availability—paying does not guarantee your preferred city
- Payment alone does not confirm the change; zonal authorities verify details before applying it
Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in (GOAPS login)
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GATE 2027 Correction Window Closes Today: Exam Cities Under IIT Kharagpur Zone
The GATE 2027 application correction facility closes today, 14 November 2026. If you are changing your exam city, here are the tentative test cities listed under the IIT Kharagpur zone :
State Cities Andhra Pradesh Bhimavaram, Eluru, Kakinada-Surampalem, Rajamahendravaram (Rajahmundry), Srikakulam, Tadepalligudem, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram Chhattisgarh Bhilai-Durg, Bilaspur, Raipur Jharkhand Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi Odisha Balasore-Bhadrak, Baripada, Bhubaneswar, Brahmapur, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur West Bengal Bankura, Berhampore, Hooghly, Howrah, Kharagpur-Midnapur, Kolaghat, Kolkata, Suri Key rule: You can choose up to six cities, but all must be from the same GATE zone . Exam city changes cost ₹500 per paper, and allotment is subject to availability—paying does not guarantee your preferred city.
Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in (GOAPS login)
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GATE 2027 Exam Cities Under IIT Delhi Zone
The GATE 2027 correction window closes today, 14 November 2026. If you are changing your exam city, here are the test cities listed under the IIT Delhi zone, as per the official GATE 2027 portal :
State/UT Cities Haryana Faridabad, Gurugram Jammu and Kashmir Jammu - Samba, Srinagar Ladakh Leh Madhya Pradesh Indore, Ujjain New Delhi New Delhi Rajasthan Ajmer, Bikaner, Hanumangarh, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur Uttar Pradesh Greater NOIDA, Mathura Key rule: You can choose up to six cities, but all must be from the same GATE zone . Exam city changes cost ₹500 per paper, and allotment is subject to availability—paying does not guarantee your preferred city .
Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in (GOAPS login)
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GATE 2027 Exam Pattern at a Glance
The GATE 2027 correction window closes today, 14 November 2026. If you are finalising your paper choice, here is the official exam pattern from IIT Madras:
Particular Details Mode Computer-Based Test (CBT) Language English only Duration 3 hours (180 minutes) Total Papers 30 test papers Sections General Aptitude (15 marks) + Selected Subject (85 marks) Total Marks 100 Question Types MCQ, MSQ, and NAT Total Questions 65 (10 GA + 55 Subject) Negative Marking (MCQ only):
1-mark MCQ: 1/3 mark deducted for a wrong answer
2-mark MCQ: 2/3 mark deducted for a wrong answer
MSQ and NAT: No negative marking, no partial marking for MSQ
Paper-specific note: For papers like CS, DA, ME, CE, EE, EC and most engineering branches, the 85 subject marks include Engineering Mathematics (13 marks) plus core subject questions (72 marks). For papers like CY, DA, MA, PH, ST, XH, and XL, there is no separate Engineering Mathematics section—the full 85 marks come from the subject .
Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in (GOAPS login)
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GATE 2027 Correction Window Live: Last Year's CSE and DA Registration Numbers
The GATE 2027 correction window closes today, 14 November 2026. If you are finalising your paper choice, here is the participation data from GATE 2026 to help you gauge competition:
Paper Registered (2026) Appeared (2026) CSE (Computer Science & IT) 2,59,922 2,11,020 DA (Data Science & AI) 91,764 69,242 CSE remains the single largest GATE paper, while DA—introduced in 2024—has quickly become a major stream with over 91,000 registrations . The appearance rate for both papers was roughly 75–81%, meaning a significant share of registered candidates do not sit the exam.
What this means for your choice: High registration numbers signal intense competition. If you are switching papers during correction, weigh your preparation level against these volumes. The fee is ₹500 per paper.
Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in (GOAPS login)
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GATE 2027 XL (Life Sciences): What to Prioritise
The correction window closes today, 14 November 2026. XL has General Aptitude (15 marks), compulsory Chemistry (25 marks), and two electives of your choice (30 marks each)—you don't attempt all five.
Section Focus Areas Chemistry (compulsory) Thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, organic mechanisms, structure and bonding Biochemistry Metabolic pathways, molecular biology, enzyme kinetics Botany Plant physiology, photosynthesis, plant hormones Zoology Genetics, cell biology, animal physiology Food Technology Food chemistry, nutrition, food processing techniques Practical tip: Pick your two electives based on which sections you can solve under timed conditions—not just familiarity. Keep Chemistry and Aptitude in your weekly plan regardless.
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GATE 2027: How to Prepare According to the Revised Syllabus
With the GATE 2027 syllabus revised, your preparation plan needs to match the new blueprint. Here is a four-step approach:
Step What to Do Why It Matters 1. Audit the changes Compare the old and new syllabus for your paper. List what is added, modified, and deleted New topics have limited reference material—start them early 2. Prioritise high-weightage sections Spend at least one hour daily on Engineering Mathematics and Aptitude, then move to core technical subjects by priority These sections reliably carry marks across all papers 3. Build concepts first Use 70–80% of study time for conceptual understanding, not just solving PYQs. Maintain formula sheets and revision notes A strong base makes problem-solving faster later 4. Practise PYQs topic-wise Solve previous-year questions right after finishing each topic. Mark hard or unsolved questions for a second pass Immediate practice locks in what you just studied Key point: The revised syllabus means deleted topics no longer need attention—reallocating that time to new and high-weightage areas is the single biggest gain you can make.
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GATE 2027 Correction Window Closes Today: Full List of Editable Details
IIT Madras closes the GATE 2027 application correction facility on 14 November 2026. Candidates can edit the following through GOAPS at gate2027.iitm.ac.in:
Editable Field Notes Name ₹500 per paper Date of Birth ₹500 per paper; proof required (Class 10 marksheet, PDF, 10–600 KB) Gender Change to female: ₹500. Female to another: ₹500 or ₹1,500 depending on concession PwD status Non-PwD to PwD: ₹500. PwD to Non-PwD: ₹500 or ₹1,500 Category To SC/ST: ₹500. From SC/ST: ₹500 or ₹1,500 Indian National option For those who registered under the Foreign National option: ₹500 Exam city ₹500 per paper; subject to availability GATE paper ₹500 per paper All fees are non-refundable. Payment does not guarantee approval — zonal authorities verify documents first.
Free defect rectification for scrutiny-flagged applications remains open until 30 November 2026.
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GATE 2027: Changing Category From SC/ST — What You Pay
Your Situation Fee (Per Paper) Female and/or PwD ₹500 All other candidates ₹1,500 (₹500 + ₹1,000) The ₹1,500 applies because the change removes your SC/ST fee concession. Female or PwD candidates still qualify for a concession, so they pay ₹500.
Fees are non-refundable. Payment alone doesn't confirm the change — documents are verified first.
Deadline: 14 November 2026 | Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in
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GATE 2027 Correction Window Closes Today: Fee Table Per Paper
IIT Madras closes the GATE 2027 correction facility on 14 November 2026. Changes are made through GOAPS at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
Change You Want Fee (Per Paper) Name ₹500 Date of Birth ₹500 Gender to female ₹500 Gender from female to another ₹500 (SC/ST or PwD) · ₹1,500 (all others) Category to SC/ST ₹500 Category from SC/ST to another ₹500 (female or PwD) · ₹1,500 (all others) Non-PwD to PwD ₹500 PwD to Non-PwD ₹500 (female or SC/ST) · ₹1,500 (all others) Any other category change ₹500 Exam city ₹500 Existing paper ₹500 Foreign National to Indian National option ₹500 Why some pay ₹1,500: the higher fee applies only when a change removes a fee concession. If you still qualify for a concession after the change, you pay ₹500.
All fees are non-refundable. Payment does not guarantee approval — documents are verified before the change is applied. Free defect rectification for flagged applications remains open until 30 November 2026.
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GATE 2027 Correction Window Live: DOB Change Possible, But Check GOAPS First
IIT Madras closes the GATE 2027 correction window on 14 November 2026. DOB changes are allowed only if the field is editable on your GOAPS dashboard.
Fee: ₹500 per paper
Proof: Class 10 marksheet or valid DOB document (PDF, 10–600 KB)
DigiLocker: Linked ID details must match the corrected information
Conflict: Official portal says DOB is fetched from DigiLocker and is not editable. If greyed out, you cannot change it—don't pay unless the field is active
Free defect rectification for flagged applications stays open until 30 November 2026
Portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in
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GATE 2027: Correction Window Closes Today, No Extension
IIT Madras closes the GATE 2027 application correction facility today, 14 November 2026. Registered candidates must finish edits before the deadline—no further extension will be granted. Log in to GOAPS at gate2027.iitm.ac.in, make changes, pay the fee, and save the confirmation page.
