IIT GATE 2026 Admission Online Form
Post Date: October 10, 2025
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has released a notification on the official website for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 admission. The IIT GATE application form started on 28 August 2025, and candidates can fill the form till 07 October 2025 (Extended) without late fee. With late fee, the last date is 13 October 2025. Candidates must check the complete details for the IIT GATE 2026 Admission Online Form, which are given below.
📅Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start Date | 28 August 2025 |
| Apply Online Last Date Without Late Fee | 07 October 2025 (Extended) |
| Apply Online Last Date With Late Fee | 13 October 2025 |
| Exam Date | February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 02 January 2026 |
| Result Declared Date | 19 March 2026 |
Candidates are advised to confirm from the IIT GATE official website.
💰Application Fee
Phase I (Without Late Fee):
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹ 2000/- |
| SC / ST / PH Candidates | ₹ 1000/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹ 1000/- |
Phase II (Extended Period - With Late Fee):
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹ 2500/- |
| SC / ST / PH Candidates | ₹ 1500/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹ 1500/- |
Payment Mode (Online):
You can make the payment using the following methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- UPI
- Net Banking
🎂Age Limit
No Age Limit
There is no age limit to appear for GATE 2026
✓Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have Passed/Appearing in the following degree programs:
- BE / B.Tech (Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Technology)
- B.Pharma (Bachelor of Pharmacy)
- B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture)
- B.Sc. Research / M.Sc. (Integrated Course)
- MA / M.Sc. (Master's Degree in Science)
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
- ME / M.Tech (Master of Engineering / Master of Technology)
- Dual Degree / Integrated Course
Note: For More Eligibility Details, Read the Official Notification.
📋GATE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Exam Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Number of Questions | 65 Questions (Varies by paper) |
| Question Types | MCQs, MSQs (Multiple Select Questions), NAT (Numerical Answer Type) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, for MCQs and MSQs only (No negative marking for NAT) |
| Sections | General Aptitude + Core Subject |
| Number of Papers | 30 Papers (candidates can apply for maximum 2 papers) |
📝How To Fill IIT GATE 2026 Online Form
- Visit the Official GATE Website: Interested candidates who wish to apply for GATE 2026 can submit their application online before 13 October 2025 (With Late Fee).
- Click on New Registration: Use the link provided below under the important link section.
- Register with Email & Mobile: Create a new account by providing your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill Application Form: Login and fill the application form with accurate information including personal details, educational qualifications, and paper choices.
- Upload Documents: Upload photograph, signature, and other required documents as per specifications.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee before the deadline.
- Submit and Download: Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
🎯GATE 2026 Score Usage
GATE Score can be used for:
🔗Important Links
Apply Online Link: Click Here
Download Official Notification: Click Here
Check Information Brochure: Click Here
GATE Official Website: Click Here
❓Important Questions
When did the online application for IIT GATE 2026 start?
The online application for this exam started on 28 August 2025.
What is the last date for IIT GATE 2026 application?
Without Late Fee: 07 October 2025 (Extended)
With Late Fee: 13 October 2025
What is the GATE 2026 exam date?
The GATE 2026 exam will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026.
Is there any age limit for GATE 2026?
No, there is no age limit to appear for GATE 2026.
What is the application fee for GATE 2026?
General/OBC/EWS: ₹2000 (without late fee), ₹2500 (with late fee)
SC/ST/PH/Female: ₹1000 (without late fee), ₹1500 (with late fee)
What is the official website for GATE 2026?
The official website is https://gate2026.iitr.ac.in/
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