What are the GATE 2026 exam dates?
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The GATE 2026 dates has been released by the IIT Guwahati. The GATE exam 2026 will be held on different dates in two sessions- forenoon and afternoon. The subject/branch-wise GATE exam 2026 dates will be updated later (a few days before the exam.) Candidates are advised to check the official website and our page for updates. The GATE 2026 exam dates can be checked below-
GATE 2026 Event Particulars
Event Dates
GATE online application processing system (GOAPS) opens
August 28
Closing date of regular online registration without late fees
September 28
Closing date of the extended period of online registration with late fees
October 9
GATE 2026 exam dates
Forenoon - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Afternoon - 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026
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GATE 2026 hall ticket can be downloaded anytime till the scorecard availability. The admit card will be required at the time of counselling process. Candidates can download their scorecard of GATE exam in two timeline, which can be checked below -
| Scorecard (free download) | March 27 to May 31, 2026 |
| Scorecard (by paying a fee of INR 500) | June 1 to December 31, 2026 |
IIT Guwahati will release GATE entrance admit card for MTech, M.Pharma, ME, PhD, and other programmes soon. To download, candidates have to login at GOAPS using their enrollment ID and password. Students appearing for GATE exam must download their hall ticket in advance and keep it safe till counselling process.
To download GATE admit card, students have to enter their enrollment ID and password along with arithmetic expression at GOAPS portal
No, GATE authorities do not release any notification regarding dress code. However, it is advised to wear simple and comfortable clothing, as it will ease the checking process.
No, passport size is not mandatory to carry. Along with GATE hall ticket, students must carry their valid ID proof, pen or pencil and water bottle. Scribe applicants can carry their assistive devices.
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