GATE 2027 Registration Open - Apply Online via GOAPS at gate2027.iitm.ac.in
IIT Madras — Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education
📅 IIT Madras Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027) Important Dates
| Exam Date | 06 Feb 2027 |
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📝 IIT Madras Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027) Detailed Notification Guide
GATE 2027 Registration Overview
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, on behalf of the National Coordination Board-GATE, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, has initiated the online registration process for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Official Date |
|---|---|
| GOAPS Online Registration Starts | August 27, 2026 |
| Last Date for Regular Registration (Without Late Fee) | September 27, 2026 |
| Extended Registration Deadline (With Late Fee) | October 5, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | October 14 to October 21, 2026 |
| Exam City Allotment Notification | January 4, 2027 |
| GATE 2027 Examination Dates | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027 |
GATE 2027 Application Fee Details
| Candidate Category | Regular Fee (Per Paper) | Extended Window Fee (With Late Fee) |
|---|---|---|
| Female Candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| All Other Candidates (General, OBC-NCL, EWS) | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
*Note: Fee concession for PwD applies only to candidates with a minimum 40% benchmark disability under RPwD Act 2016. Payment can be remitted online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Eligibility Criteria for GATE 2027
Candidates currently studying in the 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate degree program, or those who have already completed any government-approved degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities, are eligible to appear for GATE 2027. There is no minimum or maximum age limit.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for GATE 2027 via GOAPS
- Navigate to the official portal: gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Access the GOAPS application link and complete initial registration to generate an Enrolment ID and password.
- Ensure your DigiLocker account is verified and linked for authentication (mandatory for Indian nationals).
- Log in to the GOAPS dashboard and fill out personal, academic, and communication details.
- Select your preferred GATE test paper (or approved two-paper combination) and choose preferred exam cities.
- Upload required documents including photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the prescribed application fee online and download the final confirmation page.
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