GATE 2026: Last Day for Application Correction, Exam Dates

Today, November 10 , marks the final day for students to make necessary changes to their GATE 2026 application form. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, the organizing body for the exam, will close the application correction window by the end of the day. All candidates who need to update their submitted details must visit the official GATE website at gate2026.iitg.ac.in and complete their corrections.

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an important national examination. It allows students to gain admission into Master's degree programs (like M.Tech) and direct Ph.D. programs in engineering, technology, architecture, and science at various Indian institutes. Some public sector companies also use GATE scores for recruitment. Therefore, it is crucial that all information in your application form is accurate to avoid problems during the admission or recruitment process.

Why Correct Your Application Form?

When filling out application forms, it is common for small errors to occur. These mistakes could be in your personal details, academic information, or choices related to the exam itself. Correcting these errors now ensures that your admit card and future documents are correct. This will help you avoid any issues when you download your admit card, appear for the exam, or apply for admissions. Students can make changes to various details through the correction window. These include:

• Your name, as it appears on official documents.
• Your category (for example, General, OBC, SC, ST, or Persons with Disabilities - PwD).
• The specific GATE exam paper (subject) you wish to take.
• Your preferred exam city or center.
• Details about your educational background and qualifications.
• Any other minor personal information you may have entered incorrectly.

If you need to change your name, you must also upload a clear PDF document that proves your name change. This document will be checked by the authorities.

Steps to Correct Your GATE 2026 Application

Follow these straightforward steps to access the correction window and update your application form:

1. Open your web browser and go to the official GATE 2026 website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in .
2. Find and click on the link for the "GATE Online Application Processing System" or GOAPS portal .
3. On the GOAPS portal login page, enter your unique enrollment ID and your password.
4. After logging in, your submitted application form will appear on the screen.
5. Look for the option or button that allows you to edit or correct your application.
6. Select the specific field where you want to make a change (for example, your name or exam center).
7. Enter the correct information in the relevant field.
8. If there is a fee required for the particular change you are making, pay it online using the available payment methods.
9. If you are changing your name, make sure to upload the necessary supporting document in PDF format as instructed.
10. Carefully review all the changes you have made to ensure everything is accurate.
11. Finally, submit your corrected application form before the deadline.

It is very important to complete all these steps before the correction window closes today.

GATE 2026 Exam Dates

IIT Guwahati has already announced the schedule for the GATE 2026 examination. The exam will be conducted on four separate days in February 2026. Each exam day will have two shifts, a morning shift and an afternoon shift.

The GATE 2026 exam will cover a total of 30 different test papers across various engineering and science disciplines. The detailed timetable, showing which specific papers will be held on which date and shift, will be released soon. Candidates must keep checking the official website for these important updates.

Admit Card Release

After the application correction period ends, the next key date for candidates is the release of the admit cards. Students who have successfully submitted their application forms (including any corrections) will be able to download their GATE 2026 admit card from the GOAPS portal starting from January 2, 2026 . You must download and print your admit card. On the day of the examination, you are required to bring your GATE 2026 admit card and a valid photo identification document. This ID proof should be the same one you provided during your application registration.

For all the latest announcements and important information regarding GATE 2026, students should regularly visit the official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in .