The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has released the GATE 2026 provisional answer key, question paper, and response sheet on 22 February 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering for MTech admissions and PSU recruitment can download their PDFs from the GOAPS portal. Applicants who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can raise objections once the challenge window opens, typically between 24–27 February 2026. The window will remain active for a limited period, and submissions after the deadline will not be accepted.
Who Can Challenge GATE 2026 Answer Key?
All candidates who appeared for GATE 2026 are eligible to submit objections against the provisional answer key. The final answer key will be released post-review and cannot be challenged further.
Steps to Challenge GATE 2026 Answer Key
Candidates can follow these steps to submit objections:
- Visit the official GOAPS portal.
- Log in using registration credentials.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Submit valid justification and upload supporting documents.
- Pay the objection fee and submit the request.
- Save a copy of the submission for future reference.
GATE 2026 Answer Key Challenge Fees
- The fee is INR 500 per question (non-refundable).
- Candidates can raise objections for multiple questions.
- Payment modes include UPI, Netbanking, Credit/Debit cards.
What Happens After Submission?
Once the objection window closes, a panel of subject experts reviews all submissions. Valid objections are incorporated into the final GATE 2026 answer key, which forms the basis for results. The GATE 2026 result is scheduled for 19 March 2026. Candidates should keep their login credentials and supporting documents ready to ensure smooth submission of any objections within the specified window.