GATE 2026 Application Form

The commencement of the GATE 2026 Application Form by IISc Bengaluru marks the starting point for those aspiring to participate in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE). To guide you through this pivotal process, here’s a breakdown of essential details:

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GATE 2026 Application Form

The GATE 2026 Application Form, also known as GATE 2026 Registration, is a requisite document for students aspiring to participate in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. Issued by the organizing body, IISc Bengaluru, the GATE application form serves as an invitation for interested and eligible students to apply. GATE 2026, being an engineering entrance exam, paves the way for admission to prestigious institutions such as IITs and other colleges that consider GATE scores. Successful candidates gain entry into Master’s programs and direct Doctoral programs across a spectrum of disciplines, including Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, as well as relevant branches of Arts and Science.

GATE 2026 Application Form Direct Link to Apply – You can apply online as per schedule at https://goaps.iitg.ac.in/login

GATE 2026 Application Form – Release Date, Last Date

Application Fees

*PwD means Persons with Benchmark Disability.

GATE 2026 Application Form – Documents Required

Data Required for Filling the Application Form for GATE 2026

The following data will be required while filling the online application form.

• Personal Details
  • Name: The name of the candidate in the application form must be exactly the same as that in the valid photo ID, which the candidate must produce in original while appearing for GATE 2026 examination at the centre. Prefixes/titles such as Mr./Shri/Dr./Mrs./Smt./Prof./ Capt./Maj./Lt./Col., etc. must not be used before the name. GATE 2026 scorecard will be issued as per the name entered in the application form.
  • Date of Birth: Candidates are advised to ensure that the date of birth provided in the application form matches exactly with that mentioned in the photo ID.
  • Personal mobile number
  • Name and mobile number of parent or guardian
• Address for communication including PIN code
• Details of the Eligibility degree
• Institute/College name and address with PIN Code
• Choice(s) of GATE test paper(s)
• Choices of three GATE Examination cities from the same zone
• Net-banking/debit card/credit card/UPI/wallet details for fee payment

Documents Required

• Good quality image of the candidate’s photograph conforming to the specifications
• Good quality image of the candidate’s signature conforming to the specifications
• Scanned copy of valid photo Identity Document (ID)
  (The same ID, in original, MUST be produced while appearing for GATE 2026 examination at the centre)
• Scanned copy of the Category (SC/ST) certificate, if applicable, in PDF format
• Scanned copy of UDID (preferred)/PwD Certificate, if applicable, in PDF format
• Scanned copy of Dyslexic Certificate, if applicable, in PDF format
• Relevant Annexure(s), if applicable, in PDF format
  • Certificate required for Compensatory time and Scribe

NOTE: Ensure that the uploaded documents are readable and clear. Uploading unreadable documents may lead to delays in processing the application and may lead to rejection of candidature.

GATE

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national level exam that primarily tests the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in Engineering/ Technology/ Architecture/ Science/ Commerce/ Arts. GATE will be a computer-based test (CBT) which is being organized by the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru.

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