The GATE 2027 official website has been launched by IIT Madras at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Along with the website, IIT Madras has announced the complete GATE 2027 schedule, confirming that GOAPS registration will begin on August 14, 2026, while the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027.
Candidates can now access the official website to check the information brochure, revised syllabus, exam pattern, registration details, and all future notifications.
- GATE 2027 registration through the GOAPS portal will begin on August 14, 2026, and close on September 21, 2026 (without a late fee).
- The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
- IIT Madras has introduced a new Robotics and Automation (RA) paper, revised the Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) syllabus, and updated the paper codes for XE, XH, and XL.
- The GATE 2027 result will be declared on March 19, 2027, while the scorecard will remain valid for three years.
- Candidates should regularly visit the official GATE 2027 website for registration updates, admit cards, answer keys, results, and other official announcements.
The GATE 2027 syllabus is divided into three main sections. The exam includes General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics, and the core subject chosen by the candidate. The paper is conducted for 100 marks in 3 hours.
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What is GATE 2027?
GATE 2027 is the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, a national-level entrance exam held once a year for admission to M.Tech, M.E., M.S. and direct PhD programmes.
- IIT Madras has been officially confirmed as the organising institute for GATE 2027, succeeding IIT Guwahati, which conducted GATE 2026.
- The exam is run by the GATE Committee, made up of faculty from IISc Bangalore and seven IITs, on behalf of the National Coordination Board under the Ministry of Education.
More than 10 lakh students registered for the last session, which makes GATE one of the biggest postgraduate entrance tests in India.
| Particular | GATE 2027 Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 |
| Conducting body | IIT Madras (Confirmed), on behalf of NCB-GATE, MoE |
| Exam level | National level, postgraduate |
| Exam frequency | Once a year |
| Exam mode | Online, computer-based test |
| Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Total questions | 65 |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Number of papers | 30 |
| Question types | MCQ, MSQ and NAT |
| Application portal | GOAPS |
| Official website | https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in/ |
GATE 2027 Exam Dates
As per the updated of the official website, the GATE 2027 examination will be conducted on 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21st February 2027 across threeweekends. Each exam day is likely to have two sessions
- Forenoon Shift: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
| Activity | Expected Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Official Website Launch | Late July 2026 | IIT Madras launches the official portal |
| GATE 2027 Notification & Information Brochure | Late July to Early August 2026 | Official notification and brochure released |
| Opening of GOAPS Registration | Last Week of August 2026 | Online application process begins |
| Last Date for Registration (Without Late Fee) | Last Week of September 2026 | Regular registration closes |
| Last Date for Registration (With Late Fee) | Second Week of October 2026 | Extended registration deadline |
| Application Correction Window | November 2026 | Candidates can edit permitted fields |
| Admit Card Release | First Week of January 2027 | Download from GOAPS portal |
| GATE 2027 Examination | 6, 7, 13 & 14 February 2027 | Two shifts daily: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM and 2:30 PM–5:30 PM |
| Response Sheet Release | Third Week of February 2027 | Candidate responses available |
| Provisional Answer Key | Third Week of February 2027 | Subject-wise answer keys released |
| Objection Window | Late February 2027 | Raise objections against answer keys |
| GATE 2027 Result | Third Week of March 2027 | Results announced online |
| Scorecard Download | Last Week of March 2027 | Valid for three years |
Source: GATE 2027 Important Dates
These dates are based on the GATE 2027 latest updated confirmed by IIT Madras on the official website.
The GATE exam dates for 2027 for each paper will be published a few weeks before the exam. High-volume papers like CS and CE are usually split across multiple shifts.
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GATE 2027 Notification: Download PDF
IIT Madras has released the GATE 2027 notification on the official website. The notification comes with the information brochure, which is the only document you should trust for eligibility rules, fee slabs, paper combinations and exam dates.
The brochure have the following details:
- Registration schedule: Opening date, regular deadline and extended deadline with late fee
- Eligibility norms: Including the relaxed rule that allows third-year students to apply
- Paper list and codes: All 30 papers with the approved two-paper combinations
- Fee structure: Category-wise fee per test paper
- Syllabus PDFs: Separate syllabus for each of the 30 papers
- Exam city list: Zone-wise centres you can choose from
Once the notification is out, you should download the PDF and read the paper-combination table carefully. Choosing a second paper is only allowed for a fixed set of pairs, and the fee doubles if you opt for two papers.
Check: GATE 2027 Notification Out: Exam Dates, IIT Madras and Key Details
GATE 2027 Registration: Check GATE Application Process
As per the IIT Madras official update, GATE 2027 registration is going to start 14th August 2026 through the GOAPS portal. The entire process is online, from form filling to fee payment, and no offline mode is available.
- The regular GATE 2027 registration is expected to close on September 21, 2026.
- Candidates who miss this deadline can still apply with a late fee until September 30, 2026.
- The application correction window is expected to remain open from October 14 to October 21, 2026, allowing candidates to edit permitted details in their application form.
Here is how you can apply for GATE 2027:
- Step 1: Visit the official GATE 2027 website and open the GOAPS registration link
- Step 2: Register with your name, date of birth, email ID and mobile number to generate your Enrollment ID and password
- Step 3: Log in and fill your personal, academic and communication details
- Step 4: Select your test paper, second paper (if applicable) and three exam city preferences
- Step 5: Upload your photograph, signature, category certificate and degree certificate as per the given size and format
- Step 6: Pay the application fee online through UPI, net banking, debit card or credit card
- Step 7: Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records
Do not wait for the last week. The GOAPS portal slows down close to the deadline every year, and a failed payment on the final day can cost you the whole cycle.
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GATE 2027 Application Fee
The GATE 2027 application fee is likely to stay the same as the GATE 2026 slabs.
- IIT Guwahati raised the fee last year by Rs 100 for female, SC, ST and PwD students and by Rs 200 for everyone else.
- The fee is charged per test paper, so a two-paper attempt costs double.
- The fee is non-refundable.
- If you make changes during the correction window, such as switching your exam city or adding a second paper, you may have to pay a small modification charge.
| Category | Regular Period | Extended Period with Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Female | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| All other students (including General, OBC-NCL, EWS) | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
| Foreign nationals | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
Source: GATE 2027, IIT Madras Official PDF
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GATE 2027 Exam Application Required Documents
Candidates must keep the following documents ready while filling the GATE 2027 application form through the official portal.
Check: GATE Registration 2027: How to Apply, Fees, Documents Required & Last Date
GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
The GATE 2027 eligibility criteria are among the most relaxed of any national entrance exam. There is no age limit and no cap on the number of attempts, which is why working professionals and repeaters appear alongside college students.
- Third-year students can now apply.
- Students with professional qualifications such as CA, CS or CMA can also apply under the relevant paper.
| Parameter | GATE 2027 Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, arts or humanities from a government-approved institution |
| Year of study | Third year, final year or already passed |
| Age limit | No age limit |
| Attempt limit | No limit on attempts |
| Minimum marks | No minimum percentage required |
| Nationality | Indian nationals, plus students from Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Ethiopia and UAE |
Check: GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit, Qualification and Attempts
GATE 2027 Admit Card
The GATE 2027 admit card is expected in the first week of January 2027 on the GOAPS portal. You will need your Enrollment ID and password to download it, and no printed copy is sent by post.
- Your GATE 2027 admit card will carry your name, photograph, signature, registration number, paper code, exam date, shift timing, and the full address of your allotted centre.
- Once the centre is allotted, it cannot be changed under any circumstances.
- If you spot a spelling error or a wrong photo, contact your GATE zonal office immediately.
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GATE 2027 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
The GATE 2027 exam pattern will follow the same structure as previous years.
- Each paper carries 100 marks and 65 questions, to be solved in 3 hours.
- General Aptitude is common to every paper and carries 15 marks.
- MSQ questions have no negative marking but also no partial credit, so you must select every correct option and nothing else.
- A virtual calculator is provided on screen and personal calculators are not allowed.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-based test |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total questions | 65 |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Sections | General Aptitude and subject paper (Engineering Mathematics included in most papers) |
| General Aptitude marks | 15 |
| Subject marks | 85 |
| Question types | MCQ, MSQ, NAT |
| Language | English |
The marking scheme decides how aggressive you can be in the exam hall. Negative marking applies only to MCQs.
| Question Type | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|
| MCQ (1 mark) | 1 | 1/3 mark deducted |
| MCQ (2 marks) | 2 | 2/3 mark deducted |
| MSQ | 1 or 2 | No negative marking |
| NAT | 1 or 2 | No negative marking |
GATE 2027 Syllabus
The GATE 2027 syllabus has been released paper-wise with the information brochure. No major change is expected, since the syllabus has stayed largely stable across recent cycles.
Every paper has three parts:
- General Aptitude (15 marks): Verbal aptitude, quantitative aptitude, analytical aptitude, and spatial aptitude. Common to all 30 papers.
- Engineering Mathematics (around 13 marks): Linear algebra, calculus, differential equations, probability and statistics, numerical methods. Present in most engineering papers.
- Core subject (around 72 marks): The technical syllabus of your chosen paper.
General Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics together give you close to 28 marks, and these are the cheapest marks in the paper. Many students who miss the cutoff by 2 or 3 marks have ignored exactly these two sections.
| Section | Approximate Weightage | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude | 15 marks | Easy to moderate |
| Engineering Mathematics | 13 marks | Moderate |
| Core subject | 72 marks | Moderate to difficult |
You can download the paper-wise GATE syllabus 2027 as IIT Madras has uploaded the PDFs.
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GATE 2027 Papers List and Two-Paper Combination
GATE 2027 will be held for 30 papers. The Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) paper was introduced in 2024 and has quickly become one of the most popular choices. Students from CS, EC, EE, and MA backgrounds often pair DA as a second paper.
| Paper Code | Paper Name | Paper Code | Paper Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE | Aerospace Engineering | ES | Environmental Science and Engineering |
| AG | Agricultural Engineering | EY | Ecology and Evolution |
| AR | Architecture and Planning | GE | Geomatics Engineering |
| BM | Biomedical Engineering | GG | Geology and Geophysics |
| BT | Biotechnology | IN | Instrumentation Engineering |
| CE | Civil Engineering | MA | Mathematics |
| CH | Chemical Engineering | ME | Mechanical Engineering |
| CS | Computer Science and Information Technology | MN | Mining Engineering |
| CY | Chemistry | MT | Metallurgical Engineering |
| DA | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | NM | Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering |
| EC | Electronics and Communication Engineering | PE | Petroleum Engineering |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | PH | Physics |
| PI | Production and Industrial Engineering | ST | Statistics |
| TF | Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | XE | Engineering Sciences |
| XH | Humanities and Social Sciences | XL | Life Sciences |
Check: GATE 2027 Most Important Chapters Based on Previous Years Analysis
GATE 2027 Result and Scorecard
The GATE 2027 result is expected in the third week of March 2027 on the GOAPS portal. Your GATE 2027 scorecard will stay valid for three years, so a score earned in 2027 can be used until 2030 for admission.
- Last year, IIT Guwahati declared the GATE 2026 result on 19 March 2026
- IIT Madras is likely to follow a similar schedule.
- Only about 16 to 20 percent of students who appear manage to qualify each year.
- In GATE 2025, 1,41,802 students qualified out of 7,47,319 who appeared.
| Year | Organising Institute | Registered | Appeared | Pass Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | IIT Guwahati | 10,11,719 | 7,97,434 | 17% to 18% |
| 2025 | IIT Roorkee | 9,36,019 | 7,47,319 | 18.97% |
| 2024 | IISc Bangalore | Around 8.26 lakh | Around 6.5 lakh | 19.78% |
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GATE 2027 Cutoff
The GATE 2027 cutoff will be released paper-wise and category-wise along with the result.
The qualifying cutoff is calculated using a fixed formula.
- For the General category, it is the higher of 25 marks or the mean plus standard deviation of all marks in that paper, capped at 40.
- The OBC-NCL and EWS cutoff is 90 percent of the General cutoff, and the SC, ST and PwD cutoff is two-thirds of the General cutoff.
Previous Year GATE Cutoff for Popular Papers
| Paper | GATE 2026 (General) | GATE 2025 (General) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science (CS) | 30 | 29.2 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 25.2 | 35.8 |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | 27.7 | 25 |
| Electronics and Communication (EC) | 26.4 | 25 |
| Civil Engineering (CE) | 28.7 | 29.2 |
| Data Science and AI (DA) | Around 30 | 29 |
Source: GATE 2026 Cutoff, IIT Guwahati
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GATE 2027 Marks vs Rank and Good Score
Your GATE 2027 marks, GATE score and All India Rank are three different things. Marks are out of 100, the score is normalised out of 1000, and the rank is your position among everyone who took the same paper.
| Marks (out of 100) | Expected GATE Score | Expected AIR | What You Can Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 and above | 900+ | Under 10 | IISc, top IIT branches, best PSUs |
| 75 to 85 | 800 to 900 | Under 50 | Top IITs, most PSU shortlists |
| 65 to 75 | 700 to 800 | 50 to 200 | Old IITs, top NITs, many PSUs |
| 55 to 65 | 600 to 700 | 200 to 1,000 | New IITs, top NITs |
| 40 to 55 | 450 to 600 | 1,000 to 5,000 | Mid-tier NITs, IIITs, GFTIs |
This table is an estimate based on previous year trends. The actual marks-to-rank mapping changes every year with paper difficulty and the number of students in your paper.
Ques: What is a Good Score in GATE 2027?
Ans: A good score in GATE 2027 is anything above 700 if your target is an IIT, and above 750 if you want a serious shot at PSU recruitment. For popular branches like CS and DA, the bar sits even higher because the number of students in these papers has grown sharply. Check the detailed GATE marks vs rank analysis to set your target.
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GATE 2027 Counselling: COAP and CCMT
GATE 2027 counselling is not a single centralised process. Admissions run through two separate portals depending on where you want to study, and both open a few weeks after the result.
- COAP works on a rolling-offer system. You apply directly to each IIT, receive offers round by round, and choose to accept, retain or reject each one.
- CCMT uses choice filling and seat allotment rounds, closer to the JoSAA model.
| Portal | Institutes Covered | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| COAP | IITs and IISc | March to June 2027 |
| CCMT | NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and CFTIs | April to July 2027 |
| Institute portals | State universities, private institutes, IIITs outside CCMT | Varies |
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PSU Recruitment Through GATE 2027
A GATE 2027 score is not only an admission ticket. Many Public Sector Undertakings shortlist engineers purely on GATE marks, with no separate written test.
- PSUs that recruit through GATE include IOCL, ONGC, NTPC, BHEL, GAIL, PGCIL, HPCL, BPCL, NPCIL, SAIL and Coal India.
- Research bodies such as BARC, ISRO and DRDO also use GATE scores for some roles.
- Score required: Usually 700 to 900, depending on the PSU and your branch
- Selection stages: GATE score shortlisting, then group discussion and personal interview
- Score validity for PSUs: Most PSUs accept only the current year GATE score
- Branches in demand: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics, Chemical, Instrumentation and CS
If a PSU job is your goal, you cannot treat qualifying marks as your target, since PSU cutoffs sit far above the qualifying cutoff. Track the branch-wise requirement on the GATE PSU recruitment page.
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GATE 2027 Preparation Tips
With around seven months left before the GATE 2027 exam, you still have enough time for a full syllabus cycle plus two revision rounds. What matters now is a schedule you can actually follow.
- Finish the syllabus first: Split the core subject into high-weightage and low-weightage topics using the last 10 years of papers, and clear the high-weightage ones first.
- Do not skip General Aptitude: 15 marks come from GA, and most of it is scoring. Give it 30 minutes a day rather than saving it for January.
- Build a formula notebook: One page per chapter. This becomes your only revision material in the last two weeks.
- Solve previous year papers: GATE repeats concepts, not questions. Solving 10 years of PYQs teaches you exactly how a concept gets twisted into a question.
- Take timed mock tests: Start weekly mocks from October and move to twice weekly from December. Practise on a screen, not on paper, because the real exam is a CBT.
- Analyse every mock: Your mistakes fall into three buckets, which are concept gaps, silly errors and time mismanagement. Track which bucket is costing you the most.
- Control negative marking: A blind guess on a 2-mark MCQ costs you 2/3 mark. Guess only when you can eliminate two options.
Students who clear GATE with a rank under 1,000 usually finish the syllabus by November and spend December and January purely on revision and mocks. Use the GATE preparation tips page for a subject-wise plan.
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GATE 2027 FAQs
Ques. Which IIT is conducting GATE 2027?
Ans. IIT Madras is expected to conduct GATE 2027, based on the eight-institute rotation cycle. IIT Guwahati conducted GATE 2026. The official confirmation will come with the GATE 2027 notification.
Ques. When will GATE 2027 registration start?
Ans. GATE 2027 registration is expected to open in the last week of August 2026 on the GOAPS portal. The regular deadline is likely to fall in late September 2026, followed by an extended window with a late fee. Check the GATE application process for updates.
Ques. What is the GATE 2027 exam date?
Ans. GATE 2027 is expected on 6, 7, 13 and 14 February 2027, in two shifts each day. IIT Madras will confirm the dates in the information brochure.
Ques. Can third-year students apply for GATE 2027?
Ans. Yes. Students in the third year or higher of any government-approved bachelor's degree can apply for GATE 2027. There is no age limit and no cap on attempts.
Ques. How many papers are there in GATE 2027?
Ans. GATE 2027 will be held for 30 papers. You can appear for one paper, or two papers if your chosen pair is on the approved combination list. The fee doubles for two papers.
Ques. What is a good score in GATE 2027?
Ans. A GATE score above 700 is considered good for admission to IITs and top NITs, while 750 and above gives you a realistic shot at PSU shortlisting. For IISc and the most competitive branches, you should aim for 900 or higher.
Ques. Is there negative marking in GATE 2027?
Ans. Yes, but only for MCQs. You lose 1/3 mark for a wrong 1-mark MCQ and 2/3 mark for a wrong 2-mark MCQ. MSQ and NAT questions carry no negative marking. See the full GATE exam pattern.
Ques. How long is the GATE 2027 scorecard valid?
Ans. The GATE 2027 scorecard will be valid for three years from the date of the result, which means it can be used up to 2030 for admission. Most PSUs, however, accept only the current year score.
Ques. What is the GATE 2027 application fee?
Ans. The fee is expected to stay near the GATE 2026 slabs, which were Rs 1,000 for female, SC, ST and PwD students and Rs 2,000 for all others per paper. The late fee adds Rs 500 to each slab.
Ques. How many students qualify GATE every year?
Ans. Only around 16 to 20 percent of those who appear manage to qualify. In GATE 2025, 1,41,802 students qualified out of 7,47,319 who appeared across 30 papers.
Ques. Can I change my GATE 2027 exam centre after allotment?
Ans. No. Once the centre is allotted and printed on your admit card, it cannot be changed. You can only change your city preference during the correction window, and a modification charge may apply.
Ques. Is GATE 2027 syllabus changing?
Ans. No major change is expected. The GATE syllabus has been stable for the last few cycles, so you can safely start with the GATE 2026 syllabus and adjust once IIT Madras uploads the official PDFs.
Disclaimer: The GATE 2027 dates, fees and cutoff figures given above are based on previous year data and official GATE 2026 sources. Please verify all details from the official GATE 2027 information brochure once IIT Madras releases it.
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