IIT Guwahati has officially announced the exam dates for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 . This important national exam for engineering and science graduates will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 . Students can find the detailed subject-wise schedule on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in .
GATE is a computer-based test that helps students get into Master's programs (like M.Tech) in top engineering colleges in India, including IITs and NITs. A good GATE score can also help secure jobs in public sector companies.
GATE 2026 Exam Structure and Timings
The GATE 2026 exam will be conducted over four days across two weekends. Each exam day will have two shifts:
- Morning Shift (Forenoon Session - FN): 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (3 hours)
- Afternoon Shift (Afternoon Session - AN): 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (3 hours)
A total of 30 different test papers are part of GATE 2026. Most subjects will have their exam in a single shift. However, two subjects, Computer Science (CS) and Civil Engineering (CE) , will be conducted in two different shifts on the same day. Students taking CS or CE should carefully check their admit card for their specific shift (CS-1 or CS-2, and CE-1 or CE-2).
Complete GATE 2026 Subject-Wise Schedule
Here is the detailed schedule for all GATE 2026 test papers:
| Day, Date | Time (IST) | Test Papers |
| Saturday, February 07, 2026 | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session - FN) | AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, XL |
| 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session - AN) | AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH | |
| Sunday, February 08, 2026 | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session - FN) | CS-1, ST |
| 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session - AN) | CS-2, EY, NM, PE | |
| Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session - FN) | CE-1, EE, PI |
| 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session - AN) | BM, CE-2, ME, MT | |
| Sunday, February 15, 2026 | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session - FN) | EC |
| 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session - AN) | AR, DA |
GATE 2026 Admit Card Details
The admit card for GATE 2026 will be released on January 2, 2026 . This is a mandatory document for all candidates. You must carry your admit card to the exam hall; without it, entry will not be allowed.
The admit card will contain important information such as:
- Your name and roll number
- The specific test paper you are taking
- Your exact exam date and shift
- The full address of your exam centre
Download your admit card as soon as it is available. Check all details on it carefully for any errors. If you find any mistakes, contact IIT Guwahati officials quickly.
Important Note for Candidates
With the exam dates announced, students should now focus on their study plans. Reviewing the syllabus, practicing with past papers, and taking mock tests are good ways to prepare. Always check the official GATE 2026 website for the latest updates and guidelines from IIT Guwahati.
