What happens if I mistakenly choose the wrong GATE 2026 paper code during registration?
When you apply to GATE 2026, and you make a wrong selection of paper code, then you have a time frame to rectify the mistake, and the rectification occurs in the official application correction period. Once you have submitted your first application, IIT (the organizing institute) would provide the c
If in case a candidate has mistakenly chosen a wrong GATE paper code then can do the following -
- Edit/modify it when the form correction window opens by paying a certain amount of fee.
- However, if not corrected within the given time, they have to appear for the same paper, which might not align with
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Branch | Cutoff range |
Computer Science (CSE) | 65 - 75 marks |
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | 60 - 70 marks |
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Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 36 - 45 marks |
Electrical Engineering (EE) | 35- 40 marks |
Civil Engineering (CE) | 35 - 40 marks |
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