The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has confirmed that the GATE Admit Card 2026 will be released on 02 January 2026. Registered candidates will be able to download their GATE 2026 hall ticket from the official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in through the GOAPS portal. The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026, which is scheduled to be conducted on 07, 08, 14, and 15 February 2026. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the hall ticket along with a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre.
GATE 2026 Exam Dates and Admit Card Availability
The GATE 2026 examination will be held in multiple sessions across various subjects. The authorities have already released the subject-wise exam schedule along with shift timings. Candidates should note the following key details:
- Admit card release date: 02 January 2026
- Official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Exam dates: 07, 08, 14, and 15 February 2026
The GATE admit card 2026 will contain crucial information such as the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, exam date, reporting time, exam centre address, and important exam day instructions.
How to Download GATE Admit Card 2026 from GOAPS?
Candidates can download the GATE 2026 hall ticket by following the steps given below. It is advised to keep login credentials ready before starting the process.
- Visit the official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Click on the Applicant Login link
- You will be redirected to the GOAPS login page
- Enter the enrolment ID or registered email ID, password, and the arithmetic expression
- Log in and download the GATE Admit Card 2026
- Take a clear printout for examination use
Candidates are advised to verify all details mentioned on the admit card carefully. In case of any discrepancy, they should immediately contact the GATE authorities for correction.
How to Retrieve GATE 2026 Login Credentials?
Candidates who have forgotten their login credentials can retrieve them through the GOAPS portal. The recovery process requires the registered mobile number and email ID. After verification through a one-time password (OTP), the login details can be reset.
Documents Required at GATE 2026 Exam Centre
Candidates must carry the following items to the examination centre:
- Printed copy of GATE Admit Card 2026
- Valid photo identity proof (as specified in the information brochure)
- Pen or pencil
- Transparent water bottle
Electronic gadgets, study material, and prohibited items are not allowed inside the exam hall. With the examination approaching, candidates are advised to revise important topics, practise previous years’ question papers, and follow all exam day instructions mentioned on the admit card to avoid any issues on the day of the examination.
