Somdatta Roy
Senior Content Writer | Updated on - Aug 14, 2026

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a premier national-level examination. The official website is launched and dates are out. Read the updates here.

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For the 2027 cycle, IIT Madras is the designated conducting body for GATE examination. The registration begins on August 27th, on the GOAPS portal, followed by deadlines on September 27st and October 5th. Eligibility extends to students in their 3rd year or higher of an undergraduate program, as well as graduates in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, or relevant Science/Arts/Commerce fields. The examination is scheduled for the first three weekends of February 2027.

GATE facilitates admission into MTech, ME, and PhD programs at top-tier institutions like IITs, NITs, and IIITs, while also serving as a gateway for recruitment in various Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).

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Source: GATE 2027 Official Portal

GATE 2027 Official Timeline

Check the schedule and key details for GATE 2027 mentioned in the official information bulletin:

GATE 2027 EventTimeline
GOAPS Online Application OpensAugust 27, 2026
Regular Application Closing DateSeptember 27, 2026
Extended Period Closing Date (With Late Fee)October 5, 2026
Date for Application Details Changes (Category, Paper, City, Personal Details)October 14 - 21, 2026
Notification of Exam CitiesJanuary 04, 2027
Admit Card DownloadTo be Announced (TBA)
Examination DatesFebruary 06, 07, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027
Exam Timings (Sessions)Forenoon: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Afternoon: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Announcement of ResultsMarch 19, 2027
Score Cards Available for Free DownloadTo be Announced (TBA)
Score Cards Available with Fee (₹500)TBA to December 31, 2027

GATE 2027: Registration Fee Structure

The application fees are categorized based on the candidate's profile and the timing of the submission. To avoid additional costs, complete your GATE applications during the regular period.

  • Regular Period:

Female / SC / ST / PwD candidates: INR 1000
All other applicants: INR 2000

  • Extended Period (with Late Fee):

Female / SC / ST / PwD candidates: INR 1500
All other applicants: INR 2500

 

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