The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has officially released the GATE 2027 registration schedule. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has officially announced the GATE 2027 registration schedule. The GATE 2027 registration process will start from 14th August 2026 via the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS), according to the official notification. Applications are accepted up to the last date, 21st September 2026 and those received after the last date with a late fee are accepted until 30th September 2026.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in multiple sessions on 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st February 2027. A few Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) accept GATE scores for admission into M.Tech., M.E., Ph.D. programs as well as recruitment and scholarships.
Candidates can get the complete details of GATE 2027 Registration, GATE 2027 Important dates, Eligibility criteria, Exam Schedule, Application process, Application fees, and required documents from this article.
GATE 2027: Overview
GATE 2027 Important Dates
Candidates planning to appear for the examination should keep track of all the important events.
Note: The exam city allotment and result dates above have been presented with corrected chronology based on the examination schedule.
GATE 2027 Exam Schedule
GATE 2027 Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category and the registration period.
GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates from Engineering, Technology, Science, Architecture, Humanities, Commerce, and several other disciplines are eligible to apply for GATE 2027, provided they satisfy the prescribed educational qualifications.
Eligible candidates include:
- B.E./B.Tech./B.Pharm. students in the 3rd year or above, or graduates.
- B.Arch. students and graduates.
- B.Sc. (Research)/B.S. students in the 3rd year or above.
- M.Sc., M.A., MCA, and equivalent Master’s degree students.
- Integrated M.Tech., M.E., M.Sc., Dual Degree students.
- MBBS, BDS, BVSc students in eligible semesters.
- B.Sc. (Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry) students.
- Candidates possessing equivalent professional qualifications such as AMIE and AMICE recognized by the Government.
Candidates are advised to verify the detailed eligibility criteria before completing the registration process.
How to Apply for GATE 2027 Registration
GATE 2027 Registration Process will be online and through the GOAPS portal. To apply, please follow the guidelines below:
- Check the GOAPS official portal.
- Enter a valid e-mail address and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with personal, academic, and communication information.
- Submit the necessary photograph, signature, photo ID, and supporting documents.
- Pay the application fee through a debit card, credit card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallet.
- Carefully check all the information and then submit the application.
- Download and save the application form for future reference.
Documents Required for GATE 2027 registration
The candidate must be prepared with the following documents before he/she starts filling the application form:
- A recent passport-size (color) photograph is required.
- Scanned signature
- Government-issued photo ID proof
- All educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Certification from the State of Alaska for the category (if applicable)
- Please bring a PwD certificate (if applicable).
- Any other relevant documents mentioned in the official notification
Correct formatting and size of documents to be uploaded will prevent documents from being rejected on scrutiny.
Important instructions for the GATE 2027 Applicants
The following points should be considered before the application’s submission:
- Make sure that you meet the required criteria.
- Do not fill out the registration form anywhere except on the official GOAPS website.
- Provide full and correct personal and academic information.
- Upload documents in the specified format.
- Submit payment of the application fee within the time limit.
- Check the application before submission.
- Candidates are allowed to appear for one or two papers, depending on the combinations of papers allowed.
- Keep the Application Form and payment receipt for future use.
Keep on checking the official website regularly for updates on admit cards, answer key, results, and counseling.
FAQs
- What is the starting date for the GATE 2027 Registration process?
The GATE 2027 registration process will be initiated on 14th August 2026 on the official GOAPS portal.
- What is the last date of the GATE 2027 application?
The last date for applying for this recruitment is 21st September 2026, without a late fee. Applications with a late fee will be accepted until 30th September 2026.
- What is the date of the GATE 2027 exam?
The GATE 2027 exam is going to be conducted on 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 February 2027 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode at different examination centers in India.