GATE Registration (Aug 28), Direct link to apply, steps to follow and GATE application fees 2026

IIT Guwahati, the conducting body of GATE 2026, has opened the registration window of GATE 2026 on August 28, 2025. GATE 2026 Application Form is made available on the official website of IIT Guwahati as well as GATE i.e. gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

Candidates who wish to appear in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) must register themselves before the registration window closes on September 28, 2025 (without late fees). GATE Exam Registration direct link is also available on the official website as well as here on this page.

Candidates applying for the GATE exam must ensure that they meet the GATE eligibility criteria. To fill the GATE form, candidates need to register, fill the GATE 2026 application for, upload documents, and pay the required GATE application fees of INR 1000 and INR 2000 for General and Reserved Categories respectively.

Scroll through this page to know more about the GATE application form like steps to apply, how to make corrections in the GATE application form, GATE exam fees, and other details like GATE 2026 dates.

Direct Link to Apply for GATE 2026 - GATE 2026 Registration (Soon)

GATE Registration 2026 Highlights

The GATE 2026 exam is held online by IITs on a rotational basis. The 2026 exam is being held by IIT Guwahati. Candidates can check the key highlights and overview of the GATE 2026 exam tabulated below.

Candidates with successful registration within the application window will be issued GATE Admit Card 2026 in online mode. GATE Exam is conducted in order to analyse students' ability and offer them admission to M.E./ M.Tech/Ph.D. at the IITs, NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. Qualifying GATE Exam also gets you admission to PSUs. Check GATE Exam Eligibility

How to Fill GATE 2026 Application Form?

In order to fill out the GATE application form, candidates need to follow certain steps. A brief about the GATE registration procedure is listed below.

• Visit the online portal of GOAPS and complete the GATE Registration Process.
• Fill the GATE Registration Form 2026.
• Upload all the required documents.
• Make the payment of GATE Exam Fees.
• Preview the duly filled GATE Registration Form 2026.
• Submit the duly filled application form completing your GATE Registration.

Note* If there is a delay in receiving the One Time Password, candidates can proceed for making the payment of GATE Exam Fees with verification of either email id or mobile number. The remaining one can be verified later on at another stage.

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GATE Registration Procedure (Detailed Guide)

The registration procedure of GATE Exam needs to be completed online on the official website of GATE. Candidates willing to apply for the exam are required to visit the official website of GATE and apply by filling the application form available there. There is a stepwise procedure that candidates must follow in order to fill the application form correctly.

The examination conducting authority make sure to release a guide for successful submission of GATE Registration Form. Below mentioned are the steps to apply for the exam and fill the application form in order to register for the exam

GATE Registration

This is the first step to apply for the examination. Interested candidates must, first of all, register themselves by entering the required details. Candidates must click on “New User” tab if applying for the first time and proceed as per the guide. They will receive access to GOAPS after the registration procedure is completed.

Filling of GATE Application Form

Candidates must log in using the credentials received by them on their registered email id and start filling the GATE Application Form.

Candidates are advised to fill out the details carefully. The mode of the application form is online and must be strictly filled by the candidate. During the GATE application process, candidates have to provide the following information -

• Personal information -(Candidate’s name, Date of birth, Mobile number, Parent’s name, Parent’s mobile number, etc). The information on the application form must match that on a valid photo ID. Candidates are advised to enter all the information correctly to avoid having the application form rejected. Candidates must not use any prefix or title such as Mr./ Shri/ Dr./ Mrs./ Smt./ Prof./ Capt./ Maj./ Lt./ Col. etc. before names.

• Communication details -Address including PIN Code

• Educational Qualifications -School and graduation degree details, college name and address with pin code, etc.
• GATE exam details -Choose options for GATE test papers and GATE examination cities
• A recent photograph and signature as per the specifications
• Scanned copy of documents -Valid ID proof, category certificate, PwD certificate, and Dyslexic certificate in PDF format
• Scribe requirement details

Uploading of Important Documents

While filling the application form, candidates must also upload their passport sized photograph, signature, eligibility certificate, SC/ST certificate (if required) as per the specifications mentioned by the exam conducting authority. Candidates must check every detail after filling out the form and must rectify the mistake if found before final submission. Candidates must upload each document as per the prescribed specifications mentioned below -

• Good quality image of the candidate’s photograph conforming to the specifications
• Good quality image of the candidate’s signature conforming to the specifications
• A scanned copy of a valid photo Identity Document (ID)
• PDF copy of Category (SC/ST) certificate (if applicable)
• A PDF copy of the PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• PDF copy of Dyslexic Certificate (if applicable)

Specifications of Photograph for GATE 2026 Application Form

Specifications of Signature for GATE 2026 Application Form

Payment of GATE Exam Fees

Candidates must process the payment of GATE Exam Fees via any online payment modes such as net banking, credit card, or debit card. Candidates can check the details of the category-wise GATE 2026 application fee. After completing the application form, click “Submit & Proceed to the payment”. Once the candidate clicks on the “submit & proceed to payment "after filling out the GATE Application form, the GOAPS 2026 Portal redirects the candidate to a new Payment gateway webpage.

GATE Application Form Acceptance

Candidates must read and accept the declaration statement before submitting the GATE Application Form. They must be aware of all the points mentioned in the declaration statement. The GATE Application Form can not be submitted before agreeing to the declaration. Some of the points are mentioned below -

• Confirm that the GATE Registration Form is filled by you.
• You understand every point mentioned in GATE Application Form.
• You agree to strictly abide by the code of conduct for GATE 2026 Exam.
• If any of the information provided by the candidate is later found incorrect, the candidature will be canceled.
• Any legal action for providing incorrect information can be taken against the candidate.

Submission of GATE Application Form

Once the payment is successful, a unique “Fee Payment Number” will be generated, which the candidate MUST save. Before submitting the GATE 2026 exam form, candidates must read and accept the declaration statement provided at the end of the application process stage. Confirm the declaration statement and submit the application form. Candidates must note that they can’t edit the provided details after submitting the form. After submission, candidates can download the GATE 2026 registration form in PDF format and save it for future purposes.

Documents Required For Indian Candidates

Below is a list of instructions and the documents that the Indian candidates are required to fill and upload to complete the GATE application form.

• Personal Information including name that should match the college records, date of birth, contact number, email ID and other details.
• Postal Address details including PIN Code.
• Qualifying Degree details including the name of the course, year of passing and specialization.
• College Details including address and PIN Code.
• Details about GATE such as for which subject the candidate is applying for and preferred examination cities.
• Scanned image of candidate's passport size photograph.
• Scanned image of candidate's signature.
• Scanned copy of candidate's eligibility document in PDF format.
• Scanned copy of previous degree certificate or provisional certificate.
• Scanned copy of Category Certificate, in case of candidates from reserved category.
• Scanned copy of PwD Certificate, in case of candidates from PwD category.
• Details of ID Proof of the candidate such as Passport, PAN Card, Voter's ID, Aadhar, Driving License, College ID card etc.
• In order to pay the application fee, bank details are required.

Documents Required For Foreign Candidates

Below is a list of instructions and the documents that the Foreign candidates are required to fill and upload to complete the GATE application form.

• Personal Information including name that should match the college records, date of birth, contact number, email ID and other details.
• Postal Address details including PIN Code.
• Qualifying Degree details including the name of the course, year of passing and specialization.
• College Details including address and PIN Code.
• Details about GATE such as for which subject the candidate is applying for and preferred examination cities.
• Scanned image of candidate's passport size photograph.
• Scanned image of candidate's signature.
• Details of the valid photo ID such as passport, government-issued ID, employee ID.

Documents Required for GATE Application Form

To access the GATE 2026 application form, it is important to keep all the details and documents ready to avoid the last-minute hustle. Aspirants must be aware that the documents that they have to upload during the GATE 2026 registration form must be in the correct format (covering all the specifications). The GATE 2026 documents must be readable, clear, and appropriately scanned. Here is a list of all the documents required during the registration process.

GATE 2025 application form: educational documents required

• The Original/ Passing Degree format is specified in Appendix A of the Information Brochure.
• The certificate must be in PDF Format & file size should be between 10 KB and 300 KB.
• Aadhaar-UID, Aadhaar Virtual ID, Government ID, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID or Driving License are accepted as valid photo ID proof.
• The candidate must bring the original ID proof with the GATE 2026 Admit Card on the examination day.
• The photo ID must clearly show the name, photo, ID number, and date of birth.
• Candidates must ensure that they provide a recent & government-authorised PwD category certificate.
• Benefits would be given to those with benchmark disabilities, i.e., not less than 40% impairment, irrespective of the type of disability.

Dyslexia Certificate for GATE Registrations 2026

• Such a certificate can be obtained from any Dyslexia Association. Some of them are listed below:
• Dyslexia Trust of Kolkata, Divya Jalan, Aruna Bhaskar 3, Dover Park, Kolkata – 700019.
• Madras Dyslexia Association, 94 Park View, G.N. Chetty Road, T. Nagar, Chennai –600017
• Maharashtra Dyslexia Association, 003, Amit Park Bldg, L J Road, Deonar, Mumbai 400088. The Dyslexia Association of India, MZ-47, The Center Stage Mall, Plot No 01, Block L, Sector 18, NOIDA, 201303.
• Any dyslexic or PwD candidate can avail of the facility of ascribe for the GATE 2026 exam. Candidates can check the scribe specifications below.

Scribe Specifications

• The scribe must not be a candidate for the GATE 2026 examination.
• The educational qualification of the scribe must be less than the minimum eligibility criteria of GATE.
• A panel of (Y+1) scribes for Y candidates will be available at the exam centre so that candidates can choose an alternative scribe for the services.
• Candidates with scribes will be given an extra 1 hour of compensatory time if their writing capabilities are limited.

GATE Application Fees

The GATE 2026 application fees has increased from INR 900 to INR 1000. Candidates can check the GATE application fees 2026 tabulated below.

Category	Regular Period (25th August to 25th September 2025)	During the Extended Period (25th September to 6th October 2025)
Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates (per test paper)	INR 1000	INR 1500
All other candidates including foreign nationals (per test paper)	INR 2000	INR 2500

Other Charges for Changes/ Modifications in GATE 2026 Application

Description of Changes/Modification	Fee Charges (Per Paper)
Change in name	INR 500
Change in date of birth	INR 500
Change in choice of examination city	INR 500
Change of existing paper	INR 500
Add a second paper (from given combinations with respect to the primary paper)	INR 500 plus application fee for the additional paper
Change of gender to female	INR 500
Change of gender from female to any other gender	INR 500 + INR 900 = INR 1400 (for all other candidates)
Change of category to SC/ST	INR 500
Change of category from SC/ST to any other	INR 500 (for female candidates or PwD candidates) INR 500 + INR 900 = INR 1400 (for all other candidates)
Change from PwD/Dyslexic to Non-PwD/Dyslexic	INR 500 (for female candidates or PwD candidates) INR 500 + INR 900 = INR 1400 (for all other candidates)
Any other change in category (not mentioned above)	INR 500
Details of Parents/Guardian/Correspondence Address	INR 500
College Name and Location, Roll No., Registration No.	INR 500

GATE exam fees For International Students

Category	Normal Fee	Late Fee
For Exam Center in Addis Ababa, Colombo, Dhaka, and Kathmandu	USD 50	USD 70
For Exam Center in Dubai and Singapore	USD 100	USD 120

Tips and Hacks for a smooth GATE application transaction process

Before paying the application fee for GATE 2026, candidates must check their internet connectivity. In case of poor internet connection or glitch issues, candidates must check their transaction status from their bank account and log in again after some time to check the GATE application form payment status. Candidates can contact this phone number— 8037097019 —or send an email to iitggate@ccavenuehelpdesk.zendesk.com for any GATE application payment failure issues.

If the payment is received, the candidate can download the application form. If not, a fresh payment must be initiated. However, if the amount is deducted from the bank account but the payment acknowledgement still needs to be received, the money will be credited back to the source account within 15 days. Candidates are advised to make the payment beforehand to avoid the last-minute rush.

How to Add a Secondary Paper after Submitting GATE 2026 Application Form?

If you have applied for one paper and submitted the GATE 2026 application form, you can still add a Paper II during the application process. To do that, follow the steps below -

• Visit the official website of GATE
• Click on the application form link at the GOAPS portal
• Log in using the credentials - enrollment ID, password, and captcha expression
• Once you are logged in, an application status page will be displayed on the screen. With that, there is an option to add another paper displayed on the screen. You can click the add paper option and select from the options for GATE Paper II.
• Select the paper, pay using any payment mode, and submit the application form. This paper selection is considered your GATE Paper II or secondary paper.

How to Check GATE 2026 Application Status?

In order to check the application status of GATE 2026 Exam, candidates must log in at GATE 2026 Registration Link using their login credentials. If the application status of the exam shows ‘Under Scrutiny/Under Process', then the candidates must not bother about the status. The concerned authorities will scrutinize all the GATE Registration Forms and will send intimation to all the students whose applications need to get rectified.

Forgot Enrolment ID or Password of GATE 2026?

There could be certain situations when students misplace their enrolment id and password. They must know they can use their email id to access their GATE Application Form 2026 should the need arise. To access the application form, you have two options:

• Request an OTP: If you know your Enrollment ID/Email Address but have forgotten your Password, click "Request an OTP" to get a One Time Password. Enter your registered mobile number as well as your Enrollment ID/Email Address. To obtain a new password, click Reset Password.
• Already have an OTP? : To reset your password, click on "Already have an OTP?" if you already have one. To create a new password, enter the following information:
  • Email Address/Enrollment ID
  • OTP
  • Password Change
  • Password Confirmation

• Password Requirements: Choose a password that cannot be easily guessed. It should be unique and contain between 8 and 15 characters.

How to Correct Mistakes in GATE 2026 Application Form?

In case candidates have committed any mistakes in the application form of GATE Exam, they can rectify them when GATE Application Form Correction Window opens after the GATE Registration are concluded. They can't make changes in the entire form and only a few specific areas can be rectified by the candidates.

Details That Can be Rectified in GATE 2026 Application Form Correction

Details that can be corrected	Comments
Name	According to the document submitted in application
DOB	According to the document submitted in application
Gender	Male to Female: Status could be changed, but Fees will not be refunded Female to Male: Candidates had to pay the difference amount of Rs 750 (not applicable for SC/ST and PwD candidates)
Category	SC/ ST to Gen/ OBC: Candidates had to pay the difference amount of Rs 750 (not applicable for Female and PwD candidates) Gen/ OBC to SC/ ST: Candidates were able to change the status but there was no fees refund
PwD Status	No to Yes: Candidates were able to change their status but did not get the fees refund (Scribe status to be captured) Yes to No: With fees of Rs 750(not applicable for Female and SC/ST candidates)
Dyslexia and other similar learning disabilities	No to Yes: Candidates could correct the status but with a valid proof Yes to No: Candidates could correct the status
Parents/Guardians Correspondence Address	According to the document submitted in application
College Name and Location, Roll No., and Registration No.	According to the document submitted in application
Exam Paper	Correction with fees
Exam City	Correction with fees