The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 entered its third day today, February 14, with the afternoon Shift 2 exam beginning at 2:30 PM. The session is conducted by IIT Guwahati for the Mechanical Engineering (ME) paper, with a three-hour online exam scheduled to end at 5:30 PM. Earlier today, Shift 1 concluded at 12:30 PM for Civil Engineering (CE), Electrical Engineering (EE), and Production & Industrial Engineering (PI). Shift 2 marks the start of the afternoon session, with strict IIT Guwahati protocols in place to ensure a fair and smooth examination process.
GATE 2026 Reporting Time and Entry Guidelines for Shift 2
All candidates must report at least 90 minutes before the exam for:
- Document verification
- Biometric authentication
- Seating allocation
Late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances.
GATE 2026 Documents and Items Required
Students must carry:
- Printed GATE 2026 admit card
- Valid photo ID proof
- Transparent water bottle
- Pen or pencil for rough work
Note: Digital copies of the admit card will not be accepted.
Prohibited Items in the ME GATE 2026 Exam Hall
IIT Guwahati has strictly banned:
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, and other electronics
- Bags, books, printed notes, or study materials
- Packaged food or snacks (except water)
Scribe candidates with board-approved allowances may carry assistive devices.
GATE 2026 ME Exam Instructions & Online Platform
The exam is computer-based, with each candidate assigned a terminal with an onscreen calculator. Students may log in 20 minutes prior to read instructions and confirm system readiness.
Candidates must:
- Remain seated until instructed
- Follow all invigilation rules strictly
- Avoid communication or misconduct in the exam hall