GATE 2026 Documents required for the Registration Process

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09th October, 2025

Ridhima Jindal
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The GATE 2026 registration process is set to begin on 25th August 2025. Students will have till 25th September 2025 to register for the exam. There are several important documents that students will need as part of the registration process of the GATE exam. Submitting these documents is a crucial aspect of the registration process for the GATE exam. This article highlights the documents students will be required to submit as part of the registration process of the exam amongst other key details of the exam as well.

GATE 2026 Important Documents

There are several important documents that students must keep ready with themselves as part of the GATE registration process. It is crucial students keep all the required documents ready with themselves beforehand. Without submitting these documents, students will not have completed their registration process for the examination. All documents that are required must be properly scanned before submitting, Documents which are not scanned as required may be discarded or not considered.

The important documents required for the GATE 2026 admission process are as follows:

  • Photograph of Student
  • Scan of Student’s Signature
  • Valid Photo-ID Proof such Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driver’s License etc.
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Proof of Dyslexia (if applicable)

GATE 2026 Fee Details

Provided below is an overview of the relevant fee details for the GATE exam. Students can refer to the details on the fees to have an idea of the amount needed to be paid as part of the registration process. Not paying the GATE registration fees could lead to students’ applications for the exam not being considered.

The GATE 2026 fee details are as follows:

Category

Fees

Late Fees

Female/ SC/ ST/ PwD

INR 1000

INR 1500

All Other Candidates Including International Applicants

INR 2000

INR 2500

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GATE 2026 Registration Process

Provided below is a brief overview of how students can apply for the GATE 2026 examination. Following these steps can ensure students know what to expect when registering for the GATE examination and can prevent students from making mistakes when registering.. It can also help in case students get stuck.

The steps are as follows:

  1. Students must first visit the official GATE website at gate2026.iitg.ac.in
  2. Students can then select the GATE registration link. They will be required to provide personal details such as their email address or phone number.
  3. Upon doing so, students will receive their login credentials for the GATE examination.
  4. Students can then complete the registration process for the GATE exam by filling in the application form. Students must fill-in their academic and personal details with accurate and updated information.
  5. Students will then be required to upload the required documents.
  6. To complete the registration process, students must pay the GATE registration fees. Not doing so will not allow students to complete the application process for the GATE 2026 exam.
  7. Before submitting the application form, students must double-check to ensure all details are correct and accurate.

GATE 2026 Important Dates

Provided below is an overview of the important dates for the GATE 2026 examination. Following the schedule for the GATE 2026 examination is very important as students are updated on all key events and deadlines about the GATE examination.

The schedule is as follows:

Event

Date

GATE Online Application Form Opening

25th August 2025

GATE Online Application Form Closing

25th September 2025

Extended Period for Paying Fees for GATE

6th October 2025

GATE 2025 Examination Date

7th February 2026

8th February 2026

14th February 2026

15th February 2026

GATE 2026 Results

19th March 2026

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