The schedule for the GATE 2026 examination was released today, 6th August 2025. The schedule for the exam provides a lot of insight on significant details and deadlines about the GATE 2026 examination.
Students will be able to view the application portal for the GATE 2026 examination on the official GATE website atgate2026.iitg.ac.in. The registration process for the GATE exam will, however, begin on 25th August 2025. The GATE examination will be conducted by IIT Guwahati. The examination will take place in February 2026.
GATE 2026 Schedule
Provided belowis an overview of the GATE 2026 examination schedule. Following the schedule for the GATE 2026 examination is very important as students are updated on all key events and deadlines about the GATE examination.
The schedule is as follows:
Event | Date |
GATE Online Application Form Opening | 25th August 2025 |
GATE Online Application Form Closing | 25th September 2025 |
Extended Period for Paying Fees for GATE | 6th October 2025 |
GATE 2025 Examination Date | 7th February 2026 8th February 2026 14th February 2026 15th February 2026 |
GATE 2026 Results | 19th March 2026 |
GATE 2026 Eligibility
Students who are looking to give the GATE 2026 examination must meet the required eligibility criteria. Not doing so will cause students to not be allowed to sit for the GATE 2026 examination. Students must ensure they meet the required eligibility criteria before sitting for the GATE exam.
The eligibility is as follows:
- Students who are currently pursuing or completed at least 3 years of their higher studies in fields of engineering, technology, commerce, science or arts.
- Students who have already attained BCom, BA or BSc undergraduate degrees and are seeking to pursue their Master’s programs in IITs and IIScs.