GATE 2026: Complete Guide – Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & More
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 is one of the most prestigious exams for engineering and science graduates aspiring for postgraduate admissions, PSU recruitment, or research opportunities in India. This blog provides an updated overview of everything you need to know.
GATE 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | August 2025 |
| Application Start | September 2025 (1st week) |
| Last Date to Apply (without late fee) | September 2025 (last week) |
| Admit Card Release | January 2026 (1st week) |
| Exam Dates | February 1st & 2nd, 8th & 9th, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | March 2026 (3rd week) |
Conducting Body
IIT Roorkee is expected to conduct GATE 2026. (This rotates yearly among IITs and IISc.)
Purpose of GATE
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Admission to M.Tech/M.E./PhD programs in IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other top institutes.
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Recruitment in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) such as ONGC, IOCL, NTPC, BHEL, DRDO, etc.
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Scholarships for postgraduate courses (via AICTE/CSIR).
Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification: Candidates must be in their 3rd year or higher of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Science/Architecture/Humanities or have completed it.
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No age limit.
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Final year and pass-out students can apply.
GATE 2026 Exam Pattern
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Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
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Duration: 3 Hours
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Total Marks: 100
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Types of Questions:
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
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Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)
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Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
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Sections:
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General Aptitude (15 marks)
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Subject-specific (85 marks)
GATE Subjects (29 Papers)
Some popular subjects:
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Computer Science (CS)
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Mechanical Engineering (ME)
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Electronics (EC)
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Electrical (EE)
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Civil Engineering (CE)
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Life Sciences (XL)
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Biotechnology (BT)
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Environmental Science (ES)
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Humanities & Social Sciences (XH)
Application Process
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Visit https://gate.iisc.ac.in (official portal will change based on conducting IIT).
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Register via GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS).
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Upload documents and pay the application fee.
Fee (tentative):
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General/OBC: ₹1500 (₹2000 with late fee)
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SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹750 (₹1250 with late fee)
Score Validity
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GATE score is valid for 3 years from the date of result declaration.
Tips for Preparation
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Start early with standard textbooks and previous year papers.
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Use online mock tests and coaching platforms.
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Focus on understanding core concepts.
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Time management is key — practice full-length tests weekly.
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