GATE Registration 2026 Last Date Today: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati will close the GATE 2026 registration window today, October 7, 2025, with regular fees. Candidates who wish to apply for MTech admissions at IITs, NITs, and other institutes must complete their registration at the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) — gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Those who miss today’s deadline can still apply by October 9, 2025, by paying a late fee.
GATE 2026 Registration Highlights
Particulars | Details |
Conducting Body | IIT Guwahati |
Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 |
Last Date (Regular Fee) | October 7, 2025 |
Last Date (With Late Fee) | October 9, 2025 |
Correction Window | Till November 6, 2025 |
Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026 |
Admit Card Release | January 2, 2026 |
Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
How to Apply for GATE 2026 (No Late Fee)?
Candidates can complete their GATE 2026 registration by following these steps:
- Visit the official website – gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Register using your name, email ID, and mobile number
- Fill in all required details and upload the necessary documents
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form
Documents Required for GATE 2026 Registration
Candidates must upload the following documents during the registration process:
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG format
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
- PwD or Dyslexic certificate (if applicable) in PDF format
All documents must follow the specifications mentioned in the GATE 2026 Information Brochure.
GATE 2026 Fees (Regular & Late)
Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee (Till Oct 9) |
Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1500 | ₹1500 + Late Fee |
Others | ₹2500 | ₹2500 + Late Fee |
How to Check GATE 2026 Application Status?
Candidates can check their application form status by logging into the GATE 2026 portal using their enrollment ID and password. If the message “Application under scrutiny” appears, it means the form is under verification by the authorities.
GATE 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
The GATE 2026 exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 across two shifts:
- Forenoon: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Afternoon: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The GATE 2026 Admit Card will be available from January 2, 2026 on the official website. Candidates must carry their admit card and ID proof to the exam centre.