The GATE 2026 has been released on 22 February 2026 on the official website. Candidates can download it using their enrollment ID/email and password to calculate their raw marks using the percentile predictor tool.
IIT Guwahati has also released the provisional answer key and Question Paper along with the response sheet.
To Calculate your raw score:
- You need to use the GATE 2026 response sheet and match your answer with the provisional answer key.
- Calculate your correct answer to find out your expected marks.
- Now you can put your expected marks out of 100 on GATE Marks Calculator to know your normalized score out of 1000.
In this article, you will know how to predict your GATE marks using your response sheet.
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GATE Answer Key 2026 PDF
Once you download your response sheet, you can download your respective subject answer key to match your answer.
Key Summary
- With the help of the response sheet and provisional answer key helps to find out their expected score and percentile early.
- This prediction gives an idea of rank, a possible college for admission, and performance level.
- This predicted percentile may differ from the official one, but it gives an idea of it.
What is the GATE 2026 Response Sheet?
The GATE 2026 Response Sheet is a document released by the conducting authorities that includes the responses marked by candidates in their GATE exam.
Once the GATE 2026 response is released, candidates can easily estimate their expected score.
GATE 2026 Response Sheet Sample
Source: GATE Official Website
Details Mentioned on GATE 2026 Response Sheet
The GATE 2026 response sheet of a candidate comprises the responses entered by the candidate in the exam. Candidates can find the following details in their GATE response sheet:
- Candidate Registration Number or ID
- Candidate Name
- Test Centre Name
- Test Date, Slot and Day
- Subject for which a candidate appeared in the examination
- Questions along with the options
- Question ID
- Status of the Questions- Answered or unanswered
- The chosen option by the candidate
How to Calculate GATE 2026 Marks using GATE Response Sheet?
First you need to download your responses sheet and then the GATE 2026 answer key.The right solutions to the GATE exam’s questions can be found in the GATE 2026 answer key.
GATE 2026 Marking Scheme (Simple Breakdown)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
- 1-mark questions: Correct answer = +1 mark; Incorrect answer = -1/3 mark
- 2-mark questions: Correct answer = +2 marks; Incorrect answer = -2/3 mark
Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions:
- No negative marking
- Calculate Total Marks: Sum the marks for all correct answers and subtract the penalties for incorrect answers.
To calculate GATE 2026 marks using the response sheet and the answer key, one student on Reddit asked, “How to know if MCQ is of 1 mark or 2 mark?”, to which another user replied that “In Master's question paper, the questions are ordered”.
- In the GA section: First 5 questions are 1 mark and next [6-10] questions are 2 marks.
- Similarly, for the Core subjects section, [1-35] are 1 mark and [36-55] are 2 marks.
Source: Reddit
Check: GATE 2026 Marks Vs Rank Vs Cutoff Explained
Ques. What is considered a good GATE score in 2026?
Ans. A good GATE score usually means 700 or above. With 700+, you can expect chances in NITs and some IIT programs. For top IITs and PSUs, you should aim for 850+ score.
Ques. Is 600 a good score in GATE?
Ans. Yes, 600 is a decent score. It generally corresponds to around 55–60 marks and can help you get into good NITs or state universities, depending on your branch.
How to Calculate Your Raw GATE Score?
To estimate your raw score check the below mentioned example:
| Question Type | Correct (Marks) | Wrong (Negative) | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Mark MCQ | 20 × 1 = 20 | 5 × (–0.33) = –1.65 | 18.35 |
| 2-Mark MCQ | 15 × 2 = 30 | 3 × (–0.66) = –1.98 | 28.02 |
| 1-Mark NAT | 8 × 1 = 8 | No negative marking | 8 |
| 2-Mark NAT | 10 × 2 = 20 | No negative marking | 20 |
| Total | — | — | 74.37 / 100 |
Using the above process you will get your GATE raw marks out of 100. Now to know your GATE 2026 normalised score which is out of 1000, you need to use Collegedunia GATE 2026 Score Calculator.
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Ques. What rank can I get with 800 GATE score?
Ans. An 800 score usually gives a rank between 50–300, depending on the branch and competition level. It is considered a strong performance for IIT admissions.
Ques. Can I get IIT with 650 GATE score?
Ans. It depends on the branch. For less competitive specializations, 650 may be enough. But for top branches like CSE or EE in top IITs, you usually need 800+ score.
How to Calculate GATE Marks out of 1000?
Follow these easy steps:
- Go to the Collegedunia GATE Score Calculator page.
- Select your paper, enter your marks.
- Click "Check Results".
- See your GATE Score out of 1000.
Ques. How much GATE score is required for PSU jobs?
Ans. Most PSUs shortlist candidates with 750–900+ scores. The exact cutoff depends on the PSU, branch, and number of vacancies.
Ques. Does 100 marks mean 1000 score in GATE?
Ans. Almost yes. If you score near the topper’s marks, your GATE score will be very close to 1000, but exact 1000 is rare and usually given to the top ranker.
GATE 2026 Response Sheet: How to Raise Objections?
- You need to compare your marked responses with the released provisional answer key.
- If you think your answer is correct but marked incorrectly in the GATE answer key, you can submit a challenge.
- You must provide proper supporting documents or academic proof to justify your objection.
- A fee of INR 500 per question is required to submit an objection.
Regarding the released answer key of GATE CS Shift 2 (GA section), one Reddit user posted, “Some wrong answers in released ans key of GATE CS Shift 2 in GA.”
In response, another user clarified, “Bro ans key is correct, just the options are jumbled. Better use any tool available for calculating your marks.” The original poster then replied, “share any.”
Source: Reddit
If you are also looking for a tool to calculate your marks, use the GATE 2026 score calculator below from Collegedunia.
Also Read:
| GATE Score 600 means how many marks | GATE Score 800 means how many marks |
| GATE Score 500 means how many marks | GATE Score 700 means how many marks |
Ques. Is GATE score valid for 3 years?
Ans. Yes. The GATE score is valid for three years from the date of result announcement for M.Tech admissions. However, most PSUs accept only the current year score.
GATE 2026 Question Paper with Solution PDF
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