GATE 2026 Toppers List Out: Branch-Wise AIR 1, Marks and Cutoff
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• Updated on 24 Mar, 2026, 11:01 AM, by Ishita Tanwar
GATE 2026 toppers list has been released with branch-wise AIR 1 details. Candidates can check marks, scores, and cutoff trends along with scorecard dates.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 toppers list is now available with branch-wise AIR 1 details. Candidates can check topper names, marks, and score trends across major papers such as CSE, EE, ECE, and IN. The GATE 2026 result was declared on 19 March 2026, and the exam was conducted on 7, 8, 14, and 15 February 2026 in computer-based mode. Around 7 lakh candidates appeared for the exam this year.
GATE 2026 Branch-Wise Toppers (AIR 1)
Candidates can check major branch-wise toppers below:
These toppers have secured top ranks based on raw marks (out of 100) and GATE score (out of 1000).
GATE 2026 Marks, Scores and Rank Trends
Along with AIR 1, several candidates have secured strong ranks under 100.
- CSE (AIR 63): 77.91 marks | 910 score
- IN (AIR 6): 78.33 marks | 879 score
- ECE (AIR 61): 68 marks | 856 score
These figures help candidates understand the GATE 2026 marks vs rank trend and expected competition level.
GATE 2026 Cutoff and Qualifying Marks
The GATE 2026 cutoff has been released category-wise for major branches such as:
- Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
- Electrical Engineering (EE)
- Electronics and Communication (ECE)
- Instrumentation Engineering (IN)
Candidates scoring above the qualifying cutoff will be eligible for:
- MTech admissions in IITs, NITs, IIITs
- PSU recruitment opportunities
The final cutoff also helps estimate safe score targets for future aspirants.
GATE 2026 Scorecard Date and Download
The GATE 2026 scorecard will be available as per the official schedule:
The scorecard will remain valid for three years for admissions and recruitment.
What After GATE 2026 Result?
After the result declaration, candidates can proceed with:
- COAP counselling 2026 for IIT admissions
- CCMT counselling for NITs and IIITs
- Applications to PSUs using GATE scores
Qualified candidates may also receive financial assistance during MTech programmes as per AICTE norms.
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