GATE 2026 Day 3, February 14 Shift 2 Exam Starts at 2:30 PM – ME Paper Updates
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• Updated on 14 Feb, 2026, 2:45 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
The GATE 2026 Day 3 Shift 2 Mechanical Engineering (ME) exam has officially started at 2:30 PM today, February 14, 2026. Candidates must follow all reporting and entry guidelines at IIT Guwahati, including biometric verification, document checks, and adherence to exam protocols for smooth entry and compliance
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
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