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Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

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09th October, 2025

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IIT Guwahati will release the GATE 2026 answer key and final papers on the official GATE website – gate2026.iitg.ac.in after the exam is over. The GATE result 2026 will be announced on 19 March 2026. Students should note that before the GATE final answer key is released, IIT Guwahati will release the GATE provisional answer key.

The students can challenge the GATE provisional answer key by paying a nominal fee of INR 500 for each objection raised. Once the candidates submit the objections, the authorities review, and if the answer is correct, then the response will be included in theGATE 2026 final answer key on the GOAPS portal.

GATE 2025 Answer Key

IIT Roorkee conducted theGATE 2025 exam on February 1, 2, 15, and 16 in two sessions. Candidates can download theGATE 2025 question paper answer key PDFbelow -

GATE Subject

GATE 2025 Question Paper Link

GATE 2025 answer key

Aerospace Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

AE Key

Agriculture Engineering (AG)

Agriculture Engineering (AG)

AG Key

Architecture and Planning (AR)

Architecture and Planning (AR)

AR Key

Biomedical Engineering (BM)

Biomedical Engineering (BM)

BM Key

Biotechnology (BT)

Biotechnology (BT)

BT Key

Civil Engineering (CE-1) (Forenoon)

Civil Engineering (CE-1) (Forenoon)

CE-1 Key

Civil Engineering (CE-2) (Afternoon)

Civil Engineering (CE-2) (Afternoon)

CE-2 Key

Chemical Engineering (CH)

Chemical Engineering (CH)

CH Key

Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-1) (Forenoon)

Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-1) (Forenoon)

CS-1 Key

Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-2) (Afternoon)

Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-2) (Afternoon)

CS-2 Key

Chemistry (CY)

Chemistry (CY)

CY Key

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

DA Key

Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)

Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)

EC Key

Electrical Engineering (EE)

Electrical Engineering (EE)

EE Key

Environmental Science & Engineering (ES)

Environmental Science & Engineering (ES)

ES Key

Ecology and Evolution (EY)

Ecology and Evolution (EY)

EY Key

Geomatics Engineering (GE)

Geomatics Engineering (GE)

GE Key

Geology and Geophysics - Geology (GG-1)

Geology and Geophysics - Geology (GG-1)

GG-1 Key

Geology and Geophysics - Geophysics (GG-2)

Geology and Geophysics - Geophysics (GG-2)

GG-2 Key

Instrumentation Engineering (IN)

Instrumentation Engineering (IN)

IN Key

Mathematics (MA)

Mathematics (MA)

MA Key

Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Mechanical Engineering (ME)

ME Key

Mining Engineering (MN)

Mining Engineering (MN)

MN Key

Metallurgical Engineering (MT)

Metallurgical Engineering (MT)

MT Key

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (NM)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (NM)

NM Key

Petroleum Engineering (PE)

Petroleum Engineering (PE)

PE Key

Physics (PH)

Physics (PH)

PH Key

Production and Industrial Engineering (PI)

Production and Industrial Engineering (PI)

PI Key

Statistics (ST)

Statistics (ST)

ST Key

Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF)

Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF)

TF Key

Engineering Sciences (XE)

Engineering Sciences (XE)

XE Key

Humanities & Social Sciences - Economics (XH-C1)

Humanities & Social Sciences - Economics (XH-C1)

XH-C1 Key

Humanities & Social Sciences - English (XH-C2)

Humanities & Social Sciences - English (XH-C2)

XH-C2 Key

Humanities & Social Sciences - Linguistics (XH-C3)

Humanities & Social Sciences - Linguistics (XH-C3)

XH-C3 Key

Humanities & Social Sciences - Philosophy (XH-C4)

Humanities & Social Sciences - Philosophy (XH-C4)

XH-C4 Key

Humanities & Social Sciences - Psychology (XH-C5)

Humanities & Social Sciences - Psychology (XH-C5)

XH-C5 Key

Humanities & Social Sciences - Sociology (XH-C6)

Humanities & Social Sciences - Sociology (XH-C6)

XH-C6 Key

Life Sciences (XL)

Life Sciences (XL)

XL Key

Candidates must note that the final answer key cannot be modified or rechecked, which means that they cannot raise objections. Hence, based on the GATE 2026 final answer key, theGATE 2026 resultsand rank will be announced.The answer key will be available along with theGATE 2026 question paper and response sheet PDF.

Candidates on this page can download the GATE 2025 answer key PDFs along with GATE previous year answer key.

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GATE Answer Key 2024

Candidates can view the 2024 GATE papers and the master (final) answer key in the table below. The GATE 2024 exam was held by IISc Bengaluru.

GATE Paper

GATE Question Paper PDF

GATE Answer Key

GATE Paper

GATE Question Paper PDF

GATE Answer Key

Aerospace Engineering (AE)

Download PDF

View Key

Instrumentation Engineering (IN)

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Agricultural Engineering (AG)

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Mathematics (MA)

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Architecture and Planning (AR)

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View Key

Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Download PDF

View Key

Biomedical Engineering (BM)

Download PDF

View Key

Mining Engineering (MN)

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View Key

Biotechnology (BT)

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View Key

Metallurgical Engineering (MT)

Download PDF

View Key

Civil Engineering (CE-1)

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Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (NM)

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View Key

Civil Engineering (CE-2)

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View Key

Petroleum Engineering (PE)

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View Key

Chemical Engineering (CH)

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View Key

Physics (PH)

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Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-1)

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Production and Industrial Engineering (PI)

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Computer Science and Information Technology (CS-2)

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Statistics (ST)

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Chemistry (CY)

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Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF)

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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

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View Key

Engineering Sciences (XE)

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Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)

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View Key

Humanities & Social Sciences – Economics (XH-C1)

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Electrical Engineering (EE)

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Humanities & Social Sciences – English (XH-C2)

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View Key

Environmental Science & Engineering (ES)

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View Key

Humanities & Social Sciences – Linguistics (XH-C3)

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View Key

Ecology and Evolution (EY)

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View Key

Humanities & Social Sciences – Philosophy (XH-C4)

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View Key

Geomatics Engineering (GE)

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View Key

Humanities & Social Sciences – Psychology (XH-C5)

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View Key

Geology and Geophysics – Geology (GG-1)

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View Key

Humanities & Social Sciences – Sociology (XH-C6)

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View Key

Geology and Geophysics – Geophysics (GG-2)

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View Key

Life Sciences (XL)

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View Key

How to Download the GATE Answer Key?

The downloading process for the GATE answer key is extremely simple. Candidates simply need to follow the below step-by-step procedure to check and view the GATE answer key 2026.

  • Visit the official website of GOAPS 2026 - gate2026.iitr.ac.in
  • Login using registered credentials
  • Check and download the GATE answer key
  • Also take a printout for future reference

Also Check here the GATE 2024 question papers

How to Challenge the GATE Answer Key (Step-by-Step Guide)?

Initially, the GATE authorities release a provisional answer key and provide the students with an option to challenge the answer key. A common question here is ' “how to challenge the GATE Answer Key”. To know this process, follow the procedure below.

  • Visit the official website of GOAPS
  • Login using registered credentials
  • Click on the GATE 2025 answer key
  • Select the paper you appeared for
  • Click on “Raise Objection”
  • Check the question number from the official answer key and enter the question ID
  • Pay the objection fee through the available payment modes

Read more about the GATE Answer Key here

How to use the GATE Answer Key to Calculate Scores?

Given below is a step-by-step guide on how to calculate the GATE scores using the answer key. This will give the candidates an idea how much score they can expect in the exam and using this analysis candidates can get a fair idea on the colleges that they can expect to get admitted to.

  • Determine the total number of correct responses and allot points or scores to determine the final score.
  • Candidates must calculate the marks deducted for incorrect answers. (Negative marking is only applicable for MCQs and MSQs). There is no negative marking for Numerical-Based Questions.
  • The mathematical formula to calculate the GATE 2025 scores is as follows -
  • Total Marks = Total marks secured for the correct response - Negative marks for the wrong response

GATE Score Calculator - Know the details on how to calculate your GATE Score

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GATE 2023 Answer Key

Scroll down for the GATE 2023 Answer Key for CS, ME, EE and EC by Made Easy. The 2023 GATE exam was held by IIT Kanpur. GATE 2023 Question Papers available here. Download for free on this link.

GATE 2023 Paper

Answer Key Link

Computer Science and Engineering (CS & IT)

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Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)

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Mechanical Engineering (ME)

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Electrical Engineering (EE)

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GATE 2022 Answer Key

Check below the final answer key using the link available in the table given below. The 2022 GATE exam was organised by IIT Kharagpur.

Paper Name

Answer Key

AE: Aerospace Engineering

Download

AG: Agricultural Engineering

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AR: Architecture and Planning

Download

BM: Biomedical Engineering

Download

BT: Biotechnology

Download

CE: Civil Engineering

Download (Forenoon)

Download (Afternoon)

CH: Chemical Engineering

Download

CS: Computer Science and Information Technology

Download

CY: Chemistry

Download

EC: Electronics and Communication Engineering

Download

EE: Electrical Engineering

Download

ES: Environmental Science and Engineering

Download

EY: Ecology and Evolution

Download

GG: Geology

Download

GG: Geophysics

Download

IN: Instrumentation Engineering

Download

MA: Mathematics

Download

ME: Mechanical Engineering

Download (Forenoon)

Download (Afternoon)

MN: Mining Engineering

Download

MT: Metallurgical Engineering

Download

PE: Petroleum Engineering

Download

PH: Physics

Download

PI: Production and Industrial Engineering

Download

ST: Statistics

Download

TF: Textile Engineering and Fibre Science

Download

XH-C1: Humanities & Social Sciences - Economics

Download

XH-C2: Humanities & Social Sciences - English

Download

XH-C3: Humanities & Social Sciences - Linguistics

Download

XH-C4: Humanities & Social Sciences - Philosophy

Download

XH-C5: Humanities & Social Sciences - Psychology

Download

XH-C6: Humanities & Social Sciences - Sociology

Download

XL: Life Science

Download

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I download the official GATE 2026 answer key?

To download the GATE 2026 answer key, visit the official GOAPS 2026 website at gate2026.iitr.ac.in. Log in using your registered details, then find and download the answer key. It's a good idea to also take a printout for future reference. This process is simple and straightforward for all candidates.

What is the difference between GATE provisional and final answer keys?

The GATE provisional answer key is released first, allowing students to challenge any answers they believe are incorrect by paying a fee. After reviewing these objections, IIT Guwahati releases the GATE final answer key. You cannot challenge the final answer key, as it is used to determine your official results and rank.

How can I challenge a question in the GATE provisional answer key?

To challenge the provisional answer key, visit the official GOAPS portal and log in. Select the GATE 2025 answer key, choose your paper, and click on Raise Objection. You need to identify the question by its ID and then pay a nominal fee of INR 500 for each objection you submit. Authorities will then review your claims.

Can I challenge the GATE final answer key after its release?

No, you cannot challenge or modify the GATE final answer key once it has been released. The final answer key is considered definitive and is used to calculate your official GATE results and rank. Any objections must be raised during the provisional answer key challenge window only.

How can I calculate my estimated GATE score using the answer key?

To estimate your GATE score, first sum up the marks for all your correct responses. Then, deduct the negative marks for incorrect answers. Remember, negative marking applies only to Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), not to Numerical-Based Questions. This calculation gives you a fair idea of your expected score.

When will the GATE 2026 results be officially announced?

The GATE 2026 results are officially scheduled to be announced on March 19, 2026. These results will be based on the GATE 2026 final answer key, which incorporates all valid objections raised against the provisional key. You can check your results on the official GATE website.

Where can I find and download GATE previous year answer keys?

You can typically find GATE previous year answer keys, including those for 2025, 2024, 2023, and 2022, on the same official GATE website or on educational portals that compile these resources. The provided content lists tables with links for downloading subject-wise question papers and their corresponding answer keys from past exams.

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