GATE 2026 Registration will commence on August 25, 2025 through the GOAPS portal atgate2026.iitg.ac.in. This year, IIT Guwahati is conducting the GATE exam. Candidates meeting GATE 2026 eligibility criteria can apply online within the prescribed dates. The last date to apply without incurring late fees is September 25, 2025. Registrations with a late fee will be accepted until October 6, 2025. GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, in two shifts, 9:30 to 12:30 pm and 2:30 to 5:30 pm.
GATE 2026 Registration Dates
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati will commence GATE 2026 registrations on August 25, 2025. Candidates must keep track of the complete schedule to avoid missing deadlines. The key dates are listed below.
Process to Apply for GATE 2026
The application process for GATE 2026 will be conducted online by the official IIT Guwahati website. Students will need to register, fill in their personal and academic details, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee to complete the form.
- Visit gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Click on the application portal link (GOAPS) and select "New Candidate Registration"
- Fill in name, mobile number, and email ID, then submit
- Receive enrollment ID and password
- Log in, fill out the form, upload required documents, and pay the fee
- Submit and keep a copy of the application for future reference
GATE 2026 Registration Fees
GATE 2026 registration fees vary by category and mode of application. Candidates must pay the fee online through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI before the deadline to complete the registration process successfully.
Expected Difficulty Level for GATE 2026
According to experts' predictions, GATE 2026 is expected to be moderate to difficult, with a higher proportion of concept-based and analytical questions anticipated next year. Streams like EC, CS, and EE are expected to see higher competition due to increased demand in technology-driven careers. Aspirants are advised to strengthen core concepts and practice mock tests regularly.
