GATE 2026 admit card has been released by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati on the official portal. Candidates who have successfully registered for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering can now download their hall ticket through GOAPS. To access the GATE admit card 2026, applicants must use their enrollment ID and password.
The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the examination. Candidates are advised to download and verify all details mentioned on the hall ticket well before the exam dates.
GATE 2026 Admit Card Release Date and Exam Schedule
IIT Guwahati released the GATE 2026 admit card on 13 January 2026 at 2:40 pm. The examination will be conducted on multiple days in February as per the official schedule. GATE 2026 will be held on 07 February 2026, 08 February 2026, 14 February 2026, and 15 February 2026. The exam will be conducted in two shifts each day.
- Forenoon shift: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Afternoon shift: 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Candidates must report to the exam centre as per the reporting time mentioned on their admit card.
How to Download GATE 2026 Admit Card?
Candidates must follow the official process to download the GATE 2026 hall ticket from the application portal. Before starting, applicants should keep their login credentials ready.
- Visit the official GATE 2026 website
- Click on the GOAPS application portal
- Enter enrollment ID and password
- Select the download admit card option
- Save and print the hall ticket for exam day use
After downloading, candidates should check all details carefully and contact authorities immediately in case of any discrepancy.
Details Mentioned on GATE 2026 Admit Card
The GATE admit card 2026 contains important information related to both the examination and the candidate. Applicants must verify every detail printed on it.
- Candidate’s name
- Enrollment ID
- Paper code
- Exam date and shift timing
- Exam centre address
- Photograph and signature
- Barcode
- Exam day instructions
Any mismatch in details may lead to issues on the exam day.
Documents Required on GATE 2026 Exam Day
Candidates appearing for GATE 2026 must carry the required documents to the examination centre. Entry will not be allowed without these items.
- Printed GATE 2026 admit card
- Valid photo identity proof
- Transparent water bottle
- Pen or pencil
Electronic gadgets and prohibited items are not allowed inside the exam hall.
Steps to Fix Common GATE Admit Card Download Issues
Some candidates may face technical issues while downloading the hall ticket. The following steps can help resolve common problems.
- Check internet connectivity
- Ensure correct enrollment ID and password
- Clear browser cache and refresh the page
- Use a compatible and updated browser
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day to download the GATE 2026 admit card to avoid last-minute issues.