GATE 2027 Registration (Extended) LIVE: Applications Open Aug 27 at gate2027.iitm.ac.in — Eligibility, Fees, Documents

The GATE 2027 score remains valid for three years. Candidates can use the score for MTech, Research, and PhD admissions till three years. However, many PSUs accept GATE scorecard of current year only.

The GATE 2027 application form last can be checked below:

Candidates have the option to appear for either one or two test papers from approved combinations. Two paper combination is not mandatory. 

Yes, Diploma entry students can also apply for GATE 2027. IIT Madras has mentioned that a candidate currently in the third year or higher of an eligible UG programme can appear for GATE 2027, including candidates who entered the second year of a B.E. programme after completing a diploma.

The exam will be conducted in CBT mode, for three hours. Type of questions asked in Gate 2027 exam is mentioned below

(a) Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)
(b) Multiple Select Question (MSQ)
(c) Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

The GATE 2027 exam schedule is tabulated below: 

IIT Madras has revised the opening date for GATE 2027 online registration from August 14 to August 27, 2026 till September 27, 2026. The GOAPS website application link will now go live on August 27 at gate2027.iitm.ac.in

Applicants must upload clear scanned copies of a passport size photograph, signature, valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence), and qualifying degree or provisional certificate. Candidates claiming reservations or concessions must submit valid SC, ST, or PwD certificates in PDF format during online GOAPS registration.

Candidates currently studying in their third year or higher of any undergraduate degree programme (such as B.E., B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Arch, or B.Pharma) are eligible to apply for GATE 2027. Applicants who have already completed any recognized degree in engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, or humanities can also register without limits.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) has rescheduled the GATE 2027 registration start date to August 27, 2026. Candidates can apply online via the GOAPS portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The regular application deadline without a late fee is September 27, 2026, while extended registrations with late fees close October 5, 2026.  

Candidates can check category-wise GATE registration fees below:

The GATE 2027 application form will release on August 27, 2026. Candidates can find the application form at official IIT Madras GATE website gate2027.iitm.ac.in

Candidates must keep the below mentioned documents ready before filling GATE 2027 application form:

• Scanned passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Scanned Valid ID proof in PDF format
• SC/ST certificate in PDF format
• UDID card or PwD certificate in PDF format
• Dyslexic certificate

Candidate can check the official website details below:

• Official Website: gate2027.iitm.ac.in
• Application Portal: GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System)
• Conducting Institute: IIT Madras

IIT Madras has revised the opening date for GATE 2027 online registration from August 14 to August 27, 2026. The GOAPS website application link will now go live on August 27 at gate2027.iitm.ac.in

No, There is no age limit for appearing in GATE 2027 exam. Candidates who meet the prescribed educational eligibility can appear for the examination regardless of their age. IIT Madras has also confirmed that there is no restriction on the number of GATE attempts.

IIT Madras requires all Indian applicants to verify their identity on DigiLocker before filling out the form. The details including name, date of birth, and photo ID will be auto-fetched for the registration.

The GATE Online Application Processing System, GOAPS, serves as the single-window website for submission of form. Candidates must complete registration, document upload, and fee payment through this system only.

GATE 2027 Registration date has been revised. The start date is now August 27, 2026 and last date to apply is September 27, 2026. 

For GATE 2027 eligibility criteria students currently studying in the 3rd year or higher of any government-approved undergraduate programme in these disciplines are eligible to appear for the examination. There is also no age limit and no restriction on the number of attempts. Check Complete Eligibility Criteria here

While filling the application form for GATE 2027 exam candidates need to be extra careful with live photo capture process. while uploading a standard passport-size photo candidates must perform a live photo capture via camera or webcam during the submission of form. 

The regular registration window without a late fee closes on September 21, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their submissions early to avoid last-minute server issue.

The GATE 2027 paper is a three-hour Computer-Based Test, CBT exam carrying 100 marks across 65 questions. It includes MCQ based questions only, which is divided into General Aptitude and subject-specific topics depending on the specific discipline. 

Candidates must upload a scanned copy of the valid ID proof. The same document must be carried to the exam centre. The valid ID proof for GATE 2027 registration includes:

• Aadhar card
• PAN Card
• Passport
• Voter ID
• Driving License
• Government- Issued Photo ID

Candidate can check the official website details below: 

• Official Website: gate2027.iitm.ac.in  
• Application Portal: GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System)  
• Conducting Institute: IIT Madras

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras, IIT Madras is the official conducting body for the GATE 2027 exam. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 2027 in two shifts.

Before filing an application, candidates are advised to check that they meet the eligibility criteria for GATE 2027 exam. Candidates who are currently studying in the 3rd or higher years of any UG degree program or who have completed any government approved degree program in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts/Humanities are eligible to appear for GATE 2027.

Steps to apply on the GOAPS portal:

1. Visit the official website.
2. Create a GOAPS account to generate your login ID and password.
3. Log in and fill in the required details, and provide a live facial scan.
4. Upload your ID, a photo, and your signature.
5. Pay the registration fee and submit your form.
6. Download the confirmation page.

Candidates must keep the below mentioned documents ready before filling GATE 2027 application form:

• Scanned passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Scanned Valid ID proof in PDF format
• SC/ST certificate in PDF format
• UDID card or PwD certificate in PDF format
• Dyslexic certificate

The GATE 2027 application form will release on August 14, 2026. Candidates can find the application form at official IIT Madras GATE  website gate2027.iitm.ac.in

As the GATE 2027 registration dates are out, the registration link will be live from tomorrow, August 14, 2026, on the GATE 2027 official website. Candidates can check the website on regular basis, not to miss any update. Online registration without late fee will be active till September 21, 2026, and extended registration with a late fee will closes on September 30, 2026.

GATE 2027 application fees during regular period August 14 to September 21, 2026 for Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates is INR 1000 and for all other candidates, including foreign nationals the fees is INR 2000. If candidates miss out the registration deadline they can still have option to apply with late fee. the option is open from September 22 to September 30, 2026, with the late fee of INR 1500 Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates and INR 2500 All other candidates, including foreign nationals.