IIT Guwahati will soon release the GATE 2026 admit card for students. This important document is needed for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2026) exam. The GATE exam helps students get admission into M.Tech, M.Pharma, ME, and PhD programmes at top institutes like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs).
The exact date for downloading the GATE 2026 admit card has not been announced yet. However, candidates who have registered for the exam should regularly check the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in, for the latest updates. Once released, candidates can download their admit card from the GOAPS portal on the official website.
How to Download Your GATE 2026 Admit Card
When the admit card is released, follow these simple steps to download it:
- Go to the official GATE 2026 website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
- Look for the link to the GOAPS portal.
- Click on the admit card download link.
- Enter your enrollment ID and password.
- Your GATE 2026 admit card will appear on the screen.
- Check all the details carefully to ensure they are correct.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout.
Tips Before Downloading
Sometimes, students face problems while downloading their admit cards. To make sure you download yours smoothly, keep these points in mind:
- Check Internet Connection: Make sure you have a stable and fast internet connection.
- Keep Login Details Ready: Have your enrollment ID and password handy. If you have forgotten them, use the "forgot credentials" option on the GOAPS portal to get them back.
- Use a Desktop or Laptop: It is best to download the admit card using a desktop computer or a laptop. The download link might not work well or be fully visible on mobile phones.
- Choose a Good Browser: Use a common and updated internet browser (like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge) to avoid technical problems.
- Prepare Documents: Keep your educational and personal documents nearby. You might need them to cross-check the details printed on your admit card.
After downloading, check all information on your admit card, such as your name, photograph, exam centre, and exam date. If any detail is wrong, contact the exam authorities immediately. Make sure to take a clear printout. You can download your admit card multiple times until the admission process is complete, as long as the link is active on the GOAPS portal.
Documents Needed on Exam Day
The GATE 2026 exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The specific exam dates for different subjects have already been announced. On the day of the exam, candidates must carry the following items to their test centre:
- Your printed GATE 2026 admit card.
- A valid photo identification (ID) proof. This can be your Aadhar card, Voter ID, Passport, PAN card, or Driving License. Make sure the ID proof is original and valid.
- A simple pen or pencil.
- A transparent water bottle.
Important: No duplicate admit cards will be provided at the exam centre. It is very important to carry your original admit card to gain entry. Without it, you will not be allowed to take the exam.
Students should keep checking gate2026.iitg.ac.in for the latest updates regarding the admit card release date and other exam-related announcements.
