GATE 2027 Registration Link Out: Apply Now at GOAPS Portal, Check Fees, Last Date Here

GATE 2027 Registration link is now active on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. IIT Madras has opened the GATE 2027 application form for candidates seeking admission to postgraduate programmes and other opportunities through the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. The application process is being conducted online through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS).

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can now complete the GATE 2027 registration by visiting the official GATE portal and accessing the GOAPS application system. As per the revised official schedule, the regular registration deadline without a late fee is September 27, 2026, while the extended application window with a late fee will remain open until October 5, 2026.

GATE 2027 Registration Link

The GATE 2027 registration link has been activated at the official IIT Madras GATE website. Candidates can use the GOAPS portal to create their account, complete the application form, upload the required documents, select their test paper and pay the application fee.

The official GATE 2027 website currently displays that the GATE 2027 Online Application Registration Portal is LIVE, confirming that candidates can proceed with the application.

Candidates should complete the GATE 2027 application form well before the deadline to avoid technical problems or last-minute issues during registration.

GATE 2027 Registration Dates

IIT Madras has revised the GATE 2027 registration dates. The GOAPS opening date is September 2, 2026, while the regular registration deadline has been extended to September 27. Candidates who miss the regular deadline can submit their applications with the prescribed late fee until October 5.

The important GATE 2027 application dates are given below:

The official schedule shows that several earlier dates were revised, making it important for candidates to follow the latest GATE 2027 official schedule instead of older registration timelines.

How to Fill GATE 2027 Application Form?

Candidates can complete the GATE 2027 registration and application through GOAPS by following these steps:

1. Visit the official GATE 2027 website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
2. Open the GOAPS registration/application link.
3. Complete the registration and generate the required login credentials.
4. Log in to the GOAPS portal.
5. Enter personal, academic and examination-related details.
6. Select the GATE 2027 test paper or permitted two-paper combination.
7. Upload the required documents and photographs as specified.
8. Complete the required declaration and verify the application details.
9. Pay the GATE 2027 application fee online.
10. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should carefully verify their name, date of birth, academic information, category and other details before submitting the GATE 2027 application form.

GATE 2027 Application Fee

The GATE 2027 registration fee varies according to the candidate category. The fee is charged per paper, and candidates selecting two papers must pay according to the applicable two-paper fee structure.

Candidates applying during the extended registration period will have to pay the additional late fee. Applicants should check the fee payable on the GOAPS portal before making the final payment.

GATE 2027 DigiLocker Requirement

A major change in the GATE 2027 application process is the use of DigiLocker for verification. Indian candidates are required to have a verified DigiLocker account for the registration process.

Candidates should ensure that their DigiLocker details are updated before starting the GATE 2027 registration. This can help them complete the identity and document verification requirements during the online application process.

GATE 2027 New Paper: Robotics and Automation

IIT Madras has introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) as a new GATE 2027 test paper. The addition expands the range of subjects available to candidates and reflects the growing importance of robotics and automation in engineering and technology.

Candidates interested in this discipline should check the official GATE 2027 syllabus and examination information before selecting their paper.

GATE 2027 Exam Dates

The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted by IIT Madras on six dates — February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027. The examination will be conducted in computer-based test mode.

The GATE score is used by candidates for postgraduate admissions, including MTech and other programmes, while some organisations and PSUs may also use GATE scores as part of their recruitment process.

Candidates who have completed the GATE 2027 registration should keep checking the official portal for examination city information, admit card updates, examination instructions and result announcements.

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