GATE 2026 Photo and Signature Specifications: Check Documents to Upload at GOAPS Candidate Login

Candidates must upload all documents correctly to avoid disqualification. The GATE 2026 correction window is open until November 06, 2025. The admit card will be released on January 02, 2026, and the exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026.

GATE 2026 application form will be available starting August 25, 2025, on the official GATE website. Candidates will need to register through GOAPS portal by creating an account using the GATE 2026 candidate login. This login will be the primary access point for completing the registration, uploading documents, and tracking the application status.

Before beginning GATE 2026 registration, candidates must ensure they have all necessary details and documents ready. The application form will be available from August 25, 2025, and can be submitted with a regular fee until September 25, 2025. Those applying after the deadline can still register by paying a late fee until October 06, 2025. The official GATE 2026 information brochure is now available on the website, providing complete guidelines for the application process.

What Documents are Required for GATE 2026 Registration?

Candidates are required to upload and submit the following essential documents while registering for GATE 2026:

• Recent Passport-Size Photograph
• Candidate's Signature
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License)
• Category Certificate (If applicable)
• PwD Certificate (If applicable)
• Certificate for Dyslexia (If applicable)

What is GATE 2026 Photo and Signature Specifications?

Candidates must upload their photograph and signature strictly according to the guidelines set by IIT Guwahati, the organizing institute while filling out GATE 2026 application form:

GATE 2026 Photograph Specifications

• Upload a high-quality, scanned colour passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm).
• Face must cover 60% to 70% of the image area.
• Use a plain background with a front-facing pose. Eyes, forehead, nose, and chin should be clearly visible.
• No headwear, sunglasses, or tinted glasses are allowed. Regular spectacles are permitted.
• Acceptable file format: JPEG or JPG.
• Aspect ratio: 0.66 to 0.89 (after cropping).
• Resolution must be between 200x260 pixels (minimum) and 530x690 pixels (maximum).
• File size must be between 5 kB and 600 kB.
• No shadows, cloth coverings, or unclear images.
• Head coverings are allowed only for religious reasons, but full facial features must be visible.

GATE 2026 Signature Specifications

• Signature must be uploaded in JPG or JPEG format.
• The aspect ratio must be 1 : R, where R ranges from 2.75 to 3.75.
• The signature should cover 70% to 80% of the image area.
• Ink colour black or dark blue only.
• File size must be between 3 kB and 300 kB.
• Resolution should be 250x80 pixels (minimum) to 580x180 pixels (maximum).
• The signature must be clearly written and must be the candidate's own.

Also Read:

• GATE Eligibility Criteria 2026
• GATE Syllabus 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the valid ID proof accepted for GATE 2026 application form? +

Ans: The following ID proof is accepted for GATE 2026:

• Indian Applicants: Aadhar UID, Aadhar virtual ID, Passport, PAN card, Voter ID, Driving License.
• International Applicants: Passport/government-issued ID/Driving License.

What is GATE 2026 application fee? +

Ans: Check the following table to know category-wise GATE application fee 2026:

GATE 2026 Application Fee
Category	Application fees for regular period (August 25 to September 25)	Application fees for extended period (September 26 to October 6)
Female/SC/ST/PwD (Per test paper)	INR 1000	INR 1500
All other candidates/ foreign nationals (Per paper)	INR 2000	INR 2500

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