GATE 2027 Registration Closes Today: Apply with Late Fee at gate2027.iitm.ac.in, Check Steps, Fees

The GATE 2027 registration window with a late fee closes today, October 16, 2026, at 10:29 AM IST. IIT Madras reopened the GATE 2027 application form for a final 24 hour on October 15 for candidates who missed the earlier deadline.

Candidates who have not yet submitted the GATE 2027 application can still apply through the GOAPS portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Those who started the form but could not complete payment or DigiLocker access can also finish the pending steps in this window.

Latest Update on GATE 2027 Registration Last Date

The GATE 2027 registration last date has been extended more than once. The extended period with late fee had closed on October 12. IIT Madras then reopened the portal for one final window, from October 15 at 10:30 AM to October 16 at 10:29 AM. Reports based on the institute’s notice say no further extension will follow.

Candidates should check the late fee details before they start the payment step.

Direct Link to Apply for GATE 2027

The GATE 2027 apply online link is active on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in, through the GOAPS portal. Candidates should log in with their registered credentials, or register as a new user if they have not created an account. The application fee is non-refundable, so papeINR and categories should be chosen carefully before payment.

How to Apply for GATE 2027 Online?

Candidates can complete the GATE 2027 online registration from the GOAPS portal in a few quick actions.

1. Visit the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
2. Open the GOAPS registration or login link.
3. Register or log in using a verified DigiLocker account.
4. Fill in the peINR onal and academic details.
5. Select the GATE paper or papeINR and the exam city preferences.
6. Give DigiLocker access and consent where asked.
7. Pay the late fee online.
8. Submit the form and download the confirmation.

What Happens Next After GATE 2027 Registration?

Once this window closes, the portal will not accept fresh applications. Candidates who have already applied can use the GATE 2027 application correction window, which runs from October 14 to October 21, 2026, to change details such as category, paper, exam city and peINR onal information.

The GATE 2027 exam will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027. Candidates should keep checking the official website for the admit card and exam city allotment.

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