The GATE 2027 official notification is expected to be released on July 18, 2026, and the application form on the GOAPS portal is expected to open in late August 2026 — students can complete registration entirely online.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 will be conducted jointly by the IITs and IISc on behalf of the Ministry of Education. GATE 2027 scores open doors to M.Tech and PhD admissions at IITs, NITs, and IISc, as well as PSU recruitment across sectors. Knowing the exact registration steps before the portal goes live helps you avoid last-minute errors that can lead to form rejection.
- GATE 2027 notification expected: July 18, 2026
- Application form expected to open: Late August 2026 (based on GATE 2026 schedule)
- Official portal: gate.iitm.ac.in
- Mode of application: Online only, through GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System)
- Application fee (General/OBC/EWS) — expected: ₹1,800 (regular period), ₹2,300 (extended period)
- Exam expected: February 2027 across two weekends, Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- No age limit and no restriction on number of attempts for GATE 2027
| Direct Link — GATE 2027 Official Portal (Notification Expected July 18, 2026) |
GATE 2027 Important Dates (Expected)
The dates below are expected based on the GATE 2026 cycle. All dates will be confirmed in the official GATE 2027 notification and information brochure published on the official portal.
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | July 18, 2026 (expected) |
| GOAPS Application Portal Opens | Late August 2026 (expected) |
| Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee | Late September 2026 (expected) |
| Extended Application with Late Fee | First or Second Week of October 2026 (expected) |
| Application Correction Window | October to November 2026 (expected) |
| Admit Card Download | January 2027 (expected) |
| GATE 2027 Exam Dates | February 2027 — two weekends (expected) |
| Result Declaration | March 2027 (expected) |
Eligibility Criteria for GATE 2027
You must hold or be pursuing the qualifying degree below to apply. There is no age limit and no cap on the number of attempts for GATE 2027.
| Qualifying Degree | Eligible Status |
|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech / B.Pharm (4-year) | Passed, OR currently in 3rd year or final year |
| B.Arch (5-year) | Passed, OR currently in final year |
| B.Sc. Research / B.S. (4-year) | Passed, OR currently in 3rd year or higher |
| M.Sc. / M.A. / MCA (any discipline) | Passed, OR currently in final year |
| Integrated M.E. / M.Tech / Dual Degree after 10+2 (5-year) | Currently in 4th year or higher |
| Integrated M.Sc. / Integrated B.S.-M.S. (5-year) | Currently in 4th year or higher |
| Professional Society Examination (equivalent to B.E./B.Tech) | Completed Section A and B |
Students from all years of passing are eligible — there is no restriction on when you completed your qualifying degree.
How to Fill GATE 2027 Application Form: Step-by-Step
The entire GATE 2027 registration process is online through GOAPS. Once you submit the form, paper choice, exam city, and category cannot be changed — review every field before the final submission.
- Step 1 — Open the Official Portal: Visit gate.iitm.ac.in and click the active GATE 2027 Application link once the portal goes live.
- Step 2 — New Registration: Click “Register” and enter your name, valid email address, and mobile number. Submit to receive your Enrollment ID and temporary password by email.
- Step 3 — Log In to GOAPS: Use the Enrollment ID and password from your email to log in. Reset the password if required before proceeding.
- Step 4 — Fill Personal Details: Enter your full name (as on your degree certificate), date of birth, gender, nationality, category (General / OBC-NCL / EWS / SC / ST), and communication address.
- Step 5 — Fill Educational Details: Enter your qualifying degree name, specialisation, institute name, year of passing or expected passing year, and percentage or CGPA.
- Step 6 — Choose Your GATE Paper(s): Select one GATE paper from the 30 available subjects. You may also select a second paper, but only from the officially allowed two-paper combinations listed in the GATE 2027 information brochure.
- Step 7 — Choose Exam Cities: Select up to three exam city preferences in order of priority. The final allotted city is based on availability.
- Step 8 — Upload Scanned Documents: Upload your photograph, signature, and any required certificates (category, PwD, dyslexia) in the prescribed format and file size. See the documents table below for details.
- Step 9 — Pay Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee online via net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. International students can pay in USD.
- Step 10 — Preview, Submit, and Save Confirmation: Review all details on the preview screen. Click “Final Submit,” then download and save the confirmation page with your application number for future reference.
A correction window is typically provided after the initial application period to fix limited fields such as address or photograph. Paper choice and category corrections are not allowed once submitted.
Documents Required for GATE 2027 Registration
Scan and keep these documents ready before you start filling the form. Upload failures due to incorrect file size are a common reason for incomplete applications.
| Document | Specification |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph (white background, recent) | JPEG only, 5 KB to 200 KB |
| Signature (on white paper, black or blue ink) | JPEG only, 5 KB to 150 KB |
| Degree certificate or provisional certificate (if already passed) | PDF or JPEG |
| Bonafide or enrollment letter from institute (if in final year) | PDF or JPEG |
| Category certificate — SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS (if applicable) | PDF or JPEG, issued by competent authority |
| PwD certificate (if applicable) | PDF or JPEG |
| Dyslexia certificate (if applicable, for scribe/compensatory time) | PDF or JPEG |
GATE 2027 Application Fee
The application fee is paid online and is non-refundable under any circumstances. Expected fee figures are based on GATE 2026; confirm exact amounts from the official GATE 2027 notification.
| Category | Regular Period Fee (expected) | Extended Period Fee (expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹900 | ₹1,400 |
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS and all others | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| Additional fee for second paper | ₹500 (added to above) | ₹500 (added to above) |
| International test centres (Dubai, Singapore, etc.) | USD equivalent — check official brochure | USD equivalent — check official brochure |
Payment modes accepted are expected to include net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI — consistent with previous GATE cycles.
GATE 2027 Application FAQs
Ques. When will the GATE 2027 application form be released?
Ans. The GATE 2027 official notification is expected on July 18, 2026, and the GOAPS application portal is expected to open in late August 2026, based on the GATE 2026 schedule.
Ques. How do I register for GATE 2027?
Ans. Visit gate.iitm.ac.in and click the GATE 2027 Application link once live. Register with your name, email, and mobile number to receive your Enrollment ID, then log in to GOAPS and complete all sections — personal details, educational details, paper choice, exam city, document upload, and fee payment.
Ques. Can I choose two papers in GATE 2027?
Ans. Yes. GATE 2027 allows students to choose one or two papers. If you select two papers, both must be from the allowed two-paper combinations published in the official GATE 2027 information brochure. An additional fee of ₹500 (expected) applies for the second paper.
Ques. What is the GATE 2027 application fee for SC/ST students?
Ans. Based on GATE 2026 trends, SC/ST and PwD students are expected to pay ₹900 during the regular registration period and ₹1,400 during the extended period. The fee for a second paper is expected to be ₹500 extra over the base fee.
Ques. Can I change my paper or exam city after submitting the GATE 2027 form?
Ans. No. Paper choice, exam city, and category cannot be changed after final submission. GATE typically provides a limited correction window for fields like photograph and address, but paper and category changes are not permitted at any stage.
Ques. Is there an age limit or number-of-attempts limit for GATE 2027?
Ans. No. GATE 2027 has no age limit and no cap on the number of attempts. Any student who meets the qualifying degree eligibility can apply, regardless of age or how many times they have appeared previously.
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