GATE 2027 Registration: Late-fee Last Date 5 October, Exam in February 2027
Short answer
GATE 2027 is organised by IIT Madras. Registration with the regular fee ends on 27 September 2026, and with a late fee on 5 October 2026. The exam is on 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027; the result is on 19 March 2027.
GATE exam pattern & syllabus
Sections, marks, negative marking and the full chapter-wise syllabus.
Important dates
| Registration starts | 2 September 2026 |
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| Last date (regular fee) | 27 September 2026 |
| Last date (with late fee) | 5 October 2026 |
| Correction window | 14 – 21 October 2026 |
| Admit card | January 2027 |
| Exam dates | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027 |
| Result | 19 March 2027 |
Application fee
| Female / SC / ST / PwD (one paper) | ₹1,000 (regular), ₹1,500 (late) |
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| All others (one paper) | ₹2,000 (regular), ₹2,500 (late) |
| Two papers | double the one-paper fee in the regular period |
Age limit
- No age limit.
Eligibility
- Students in the third year or higher of an undergraduate degree, or those who have completed a degree in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce or arts.
Seats / vacancy details
| Papers | 30 test papers; a candidate can take up to 2 papers from the allowed combinations |
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| Exam | computer-based, two sessions a day (9:30 am – 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm) |
How to apply
- Open the GATE 2027 website and go to the GOAPS application portal.
- Register and complete DigiLocker verification (Indian nationals).
- Fill in personal and education details.
- Choose your paper(s) and exam city preferences.
- Upload your photo, signature and certificates.
- Pay the fee and submit.
Important links
| Apply online (GOAPS) | Click here ↗ gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
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| Official website | Click here ↗ gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for GATE 2027 registration?
27 September 2026 with the regular fee, and 5 October 2026 with a late fee.
When is GATE 2027?
6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027.
When is the GATE 2027 result?
19 March 2027.
Source: Based on the official notice as reported by education news portals; checked 27 Sep 2026. Dates and rules can change, so always confirm on the official website before applying.
