The GATE 2027 Information Brochure (Release Version 1.1) has been released on 23rd July 2026 by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), the Organizing Institute for GATE 2027. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level examination conducted jointly by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) on behalf of the National Coordination Board, Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The final GATE 2027 dates are: application opens 2nd September 2026, regular registration closes 27th September, extended registration closes 5th October, rectification from 14th–21st October, city allotment on 4th January 2027, exams on 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th & 21st February, and results on 19th March 2027. Earlier dates (14th August, 27th August, 21st September, 30th September) were revised, so candidates should follow only these final dates.
GATE 2027 Notification PDF Download
The GATE 2027 Information Brochure is now available on the official website. The direct link to download the GATE 2027 Notification PDF is provided below.
GATE 2027 Information Brochure: Click to Download
GATE 2027 Overview
Candidates can check the important highlights of GATE 2027 from the overview table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | IISc and IITs, on behalf of the National Coordination Board, MoE |
| Organizing Institute (OI) | Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) |
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Test Papers | 30 |
| Application Mode | Online (through GOAPS) |
| Application Portal Opening | 2nd Sept 2026 |
| Application Portal Closing (Regular) | 27st September 2026 |
| Exam Dates | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2027 |
| Result Date | 19th March 2027 |
| Score Validity | 3 years from the date of announcement of results |
| Official Website | https://ift.tt/yhvs76R |
Also Read: GATE 2027 Website Link Live
GATE 2027 Highlights
- IIT Madras is the Organizing Institute for GATE 2027, and its official website is https://ift.tt/yhvs76R.
- GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers, and the syllabus for all papers has been revised.
- A new test paper on Robotics and Automation (RA) has been introduced in GATE 2027.
- The Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) paper is now merged into the XE sectional paper as XE9.
- Paper codes for the sectional papers XE, XH, and XL have been changed for GATE 2027.
- GATE 2027 test papers will be conducted in English only.
- Question types include Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions.
- Candidates may appear for one or two test papers, chosen from an approved list of two-paper combinations.
- There is no age limit to appear for GATE 2027.
- Applicants must provide live facial details during registration, and DigiLocker (verified) registration is recommended for a smoother process.
- GATE 2027 will be held across 300+ cities in India.
How to Apply for GATE 2027?
Candidates can apply for GATE 2027 only through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) on the official website. Follow the step-by-step process below.
Step 1: Visit the official GATE 2027 website and access GOAPS.
Step 2: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, and provide live facial details. Step 3: Log in and fill in personal, academic, and category details.
Step 4: Choose the test paper(s) — one, or two from the approved combinations.
Step 5: Choose up to three examination city preferences from the same GATE zone.
Step 6: Upload photograph, signature, and photo ID (Aadhaar-UID/Aadhaar Virtual ID/Passport/PAN/Voter ID/Driving Licence), along with SC/ST/PwD/Dyslexia certificates wherever applicable.
Step 7: Pay the application fee online through the available payment methods.
Step 8: Check all the entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
Step 9: Submit the application and keep the confirmation page for future reference.
Also Read: GATE Robotics and Automation 2027 [New Paper]: Check New Syllabus Details Here
GATE 2027 Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee online while submitting the GATE 2027 application form. The fee is charged per test paper — for two papers, the fee payable is twice that of a single paper (exclusive of bank service/processing charges).
| Gender / Category | Regular Period | Extended Period |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000/- | ₹1,500/- |
| Other Candidates | ₹2,000/- | ₹2,500/- |
GATE 2027 Eligibility
Candidates must meet the educational eligibility criteria before filling the GATE 2027 application.
- A candidate currently studying in the 3rd or higher year of any undergraduate degree program, OR who has already completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts/Humanities, is eligible to appear.
- A candidate currently studying in the 5th/6th/7th or higher semester, or who has already completed an M.B.B.S./B.D.S./B.V.Sc./B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry) degree, is also eligible.
- Candidates holding certification from recognized professional societies (such as the Institution of Engineers (India), Institution of Civil Engineers, IETE, Aeronautical Society of India, IIChE, IIM, and IIIE) are eligible provided the certification is approved by MoE/AICTE/UGC/UPSC as equivalent to B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./B.Planning.
- Candidates pursuing or holding a qualifying degree from outside India must be in the 3rd or higher year, or must have completed a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration in a relevant discipline.
- There is no age limit for appearing in GATE 2027.
GATE 2027 Test Papers
GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers. Candidates may choose to appear for one paper, or two papers from an approved list of combinations.
| Test Paper | Code | Test Paper | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | AE | Geology and Geophysics | GG |
| Agricultural Engineering | AG | Instrumentation Engineering | IN |
| Architecture and Planning | AR | Mathematics | MA |
| Biomedical Engineering | BM | Mechanical Engineering | ME |
| Biotechnology | BT | Mining Engineering | MN |
| Civil Engineering | CE | Metallurgical Engineering | MT |
| Chemical Engineering | CH | Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | NM |
| Computer Science and Information Technology | CS | Petroleum Engineering | PE |
| Chemistry | CY | Physics | PH |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | DA | Production and Industrial Engineering | PI |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | EC | Robotics and Automation (New) | RA |
| Electrical Engineering | EE | Statistics | ST |
| Environmental Science & Engineering | ES | Engineering Sciences | XE |
| Ecology and Evolution | EY | Humanities & Social Sciences | XH |
| Geomatics Engineering | GE | Life Sciences | XL |
Note: The XE, XH, and XL papers have multiple sections, and TF (Textile Engineering & Fibre Science) is now part of XE as XE9.
GATE 2027 Selection & Exam Pattern
GATE 2027 is conducted as a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), and a candidate’s rank/score is based directly on performance in the exam.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Number of Papers | 30 test papers |
| Sections | General Aptitude (GA) + Candidate’s Selected Subject(s) |
| Types of Questions | MCQ, MSQ, NAT |
| Number of Questions | 10 (General Aptitude) + 55 (Subject) = 65 Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 marks |
Marking Scheme:
- Questions carry either 1 mark or 2 marks each.
- Negative marking applies only to MCQs: 1/3 mark deducted for a wrong 1-mark MCQ, and 2/3 mark deducted for a wrong 2-mark MCQ.
- There is no negative marking for MSQ or NAT questions, and no partial marking for any question.
- PwD candidates are eligible for compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
According to the revised important dates for GATE 2027, the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) was initially scheduled to open on 14th August 2026, which was then revised to 27th August 2026, and finally finalized on 2nd September 2026. Similarly, the closing date for regular online registration (without late fee) was first set for 21st September 2026, later revised to 27th September 2026, and similarly, the extended registration deadline (with late fee) was originally 30th September 2026 before being revised to 5th October 2026. Following this, the application rectification window will remain open from 14th October to 21st October 2026.
The city allotment notification is scheduled for 4th January 2027, and the GATE 2027 examinations will be held across multiple weekends on 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st February 2027, with the results officially announced on 19th March 2027. Candidates should therefore note that the final opening date is 2nd September 2026, the final regular closing date is 27th September 2026, and the final extended closing date is 5th October 2026, and are advised to rely only on these latest dates while planning their application.
Registration
- GOAPS goes live (Registration opens): 2nd September 2026
- Regular registration closes (Without late fee): 27 September 2026
- Extended registration closes (With late fee): 5 October 2026
Admit Card
- City allotment notification: TBA (To Be Announced)
- Admit Card Download: 4 January 2027
Examination (GATE 2027)
- Week 1: 6 & 7 February 2027
- Week 2: 13 & 14 February 2027
- Week 3: 20 & 21 February 2027
Results
- Announcement of GATE 2027 results: 19 March 2027
GATE 2027 Uses and Benefits
GATE-qualified candidates can seek admission, with possible financial assistance, to Master’s and Direct Doctoral programs in Engineering/Technology/Architecture, and Doctoral programs in relevant branches of Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Humanities at institutions supported by the Ministry of Education. GATE scores are also used by several Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) — including AAI, BHEL, BSNL, CIL, GAIL, IOCL, NTPC, ONGC, POWERGRID, SAIL, and others — in their recruitment processes, as well as for direct recruitment to select Group-A posts in the Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India. The GATE score remains valid for three years from the date of result announcement.
FAQs
Q1. When was the GATE 2027 Information Brochure released?
Ans. The GATE 2027 Information Brochure (Release Version 1.1) was released on 23rd July 2026 by IIT Madras.
Q2. What are the GATE 2027 registration dates?
Ans. Online registration begins on 2nd Sept and closes on 27st September 2026 (regular period), with an extended period until 30th September 2026 (with late fee).
Q3. When will GATE 2027 be conducted?
Ans. GATE 2027 will be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027, in forenoon and afternoon sessions.
Q4. Is there an age limit for GATE 2027?
Ans. No, there is no age limit to appear for GATE 2027.
Q5. What is the application fee for GATE 2027?
Ans. The fee is ₹1,000/- for Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates and ₹2,000/- for other candidates during the regular period (per paper), rising to ₹1,500/- and ₹2,500/- respectively during the extended period.
Q6. How many test papers does GATE 2027 offer?
Ans. GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers, including the newly introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) paper.
Q7. When will the GATE 2027 results be declared?
Ans. GATE 2027 results will be announced on 19th March 2027.
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