GATE 2027 Registration Last Date LIVE: IIT Madras extends MTech application form filling deadline; check dates

IIT Madras will conduct on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 for 30 subjects across India. Registration fee for the regular period (without late fee) is Rs 1,000 per test paper for female, SC, ST, and PwD applicants, and Rs 2,000 per paper for all other applicants, including foreign nationals.

• Visit the official GATE 2027 website and register through the GOAPS portal
• Log in using DigiLocker and enter your personal, academic and contact details
• Select your GATE paper, examination cities and other required preferences
• Upload the required documents, complete the live photograph and signature requirements, and pay the application fee
• Submit the application form
  Save the confirmation page, application number and payment receipt for future references

The GATE 2027 negative marking for types of questions is shown below. 

• MCQs - One mark for each correct answer; 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
• MCQs - 2 marks for each correct answer; 2/3 marks will be deducted for every incorrect response. There are no negative marks for Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions
• No negative marking for MSQ and NAT.
• No partial marking

IIT Madras has introduced a new Robotics and Automation (RA) test paper in GATE 2027. Candidates should also note that Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) will now be included as a sectional paper under Textile Engineering and Fibre Science.

IIT Madras will conduct GATE 2027 for 30 papers on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 in two shifts, forenoon and afternoon.

The required documents, along with their specification for filling out the GATE 2027 application form, are given below. 

• Photo size: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm
• Format: JPEG/JPG
• Background: Plain white, without objects or other people
• Face coverage: 60–70% of the image after cropping
• Aspect ratio: 0.66 to 0.89
• Maximum file size: 600 KB
• Resolution: 200 × 260 pixels to 530 × 690 pixels
• Face position: Front-facing and looking directly at the camera
• Face visibility: Forehead, eyes, nose and chin should be clearly visible
• Spectacles: Normal spectacles are allowed, provided there is no glare
• Head coverings: Not allowed, except for religious reasons; facial features must remain clearly visible

The documents required for filling out the GATE 2027 application form are given below. 

• Passport-size photograph
• Candidate's signature
• Scanned copy of a valid photo identity document
• SC/ST certificate (if applicable)
• UDID or PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Health certificate (if applicable)

IIT Madras will conduct GATE 2027 on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 for 30 subjects.

IIT Madras has extended the registration deadline for the GATE 2027 without a late fee payment till October 5. Candidates can apply for GATE 2027 on the official website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.

The registration fees for GATE 2027 are as follows:

The key dates for the GATE 2027 are:

IIT Madras has extended GATE 2027 regular registration to October 5. 

This year, GATE 2027 made several changes for candidates, including:

• Introduction of a new Robotics and Automation (RA) test paper
• Revisions to the syllabi, Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) paper
• Sectional paper codes under XE, XH and XL
• Registration through DigiLocker is mandatory for all Indian nationals

The marking scheme for different paper code are:

As per the website, the exam pattern are as follows:

GATE 2027 will be conducted by IIT Madras on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. The examination will be conducted in February 2027, with tests scheduled on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21. The GATE 2027 result is scheduled to be announced on March 19, 2027.

GATE remains an important route for admission to postgraduate and doctoral programmes. A valid GATE score can be used for admission to Master's programmes and direct doctoral programmes in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science and Humanities, among other eligible areas, depending on the admission rules of the institute concerned.

The GATE 2027 question paper will have different types of questions, including Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions. In MCQs, only one out of four options is correct. In MSQs, one or more than one out of four options is/are correct; and for NAT questions, the numerical answer must be keyed in using a virtual keypad.

GATE 2027 will have a new test paper on Robotics and Automation (RA). Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) paper will be a part of XE sectional paper (XE9: Textile Engineering and Fibre Science).

The negative marking for GATE 2027 are as follows:

• For 1 mark MCQs - 1/3rd mark is deducted
• For 2 mark MCQs - 2/3rd mark is deducted
• No negative marking for NATs and MSQs
• No partial marking is offered

This year, GATE 2027 made several changes for candidates, including:

• Introduction of a new Robotics and Automation (RA) test paper
• Revisions to the syllabi, Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) paper
• Sectional paper codes under XE, XH and XL
• Registration through DigiLocker is mandatory for all Indian nationals

The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted from February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027.

The marking scheme for different paper codes is:

To submit the applications for the GATE 2027, follow the steps given below:

• Visit official website of GATE at gate2027.iitm.ac.in
• Click on GOAPS and then enter the details, including personal, academic and communication
• Finish the facial registration, upload documents and make the payment
• Submit the form
• Download the confirmation PDF and take a printout for further reference

The eligible degree for GATE application 2027 are:

• Engineering
• Technology
• Architecture
• Science
• Commerce
• Arts or Humanities

The photograph specifications for GATE application are as follows:

• Photo size: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm
• Format: JPEG/JPG
• Background: White, with no objects or other people
• Face coverage: 60–70% of the image after cropping
• Aspect ratio: Minimum 0.66; maximum 0.89
• Resolution: 200 × 260 pixels to 530 × 690 pixels
• Maximum file size: 600 KB
• Face position: Front-facing, looking directly at the camera
• Face visibility: Forehead, eyes, nose and chin must be clearly visible
• Glasses: Normal spectacles allowed; no glare
• Head coverings: Not allowed except for religious reasons, with facial features clearly visible

The key dates for GATE 2027 are as follows:

The list of public service undertakings (PSUs) accepting GATE scores are:

• Airports Authority of India (AAI)
• Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
• Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
• Coal India Limited (CIL)
• Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC)
• Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)
• Engineers India Limited (EIL)
• GAIL
• Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
• Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
• NLC India Limited, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO)
• National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
• Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
• NTPC
• Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
• Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
• Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) and others

The items that are prohibited are:

• Calculators
• Mobile phones, Bluetooth or other electronic devices
• Wallets
• Books
• Papers
• Handbooks
• Tables
• Pen
• Pencil pouches
• Analogue
• Digital or smart watches

The GATE exam pattern are as follows;

The list of important documents for GATE 2027 are:

• Scanned Valid ID proof
• Scanned photo and signature
• SC/ST certificate
• PwD certificate or Dyslexic certificate
• Academic details
• Personal and communication details
• GATE test city choices and paper codes

The marking scheme for GATE 2027 are:

• General aptitude paper: 15 marks questions
• Engineering Mathematics: 13 marks
• Subject questions: 72 marks
• Total marks: 100 marks

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21. Revising the syllabus for the first time in five years, IIT Madras has introduced a new robotics and automation paper.

GATE 2026 paper will comprise three types of questions multiple choice questions (MCQs), multiple selection questions (MSQ), and numerical answer type (NAT).

IIT Madras has made structural changes to the Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) paper, which will emerge as a sectional paper under Engineering Sciences (XE). With these changes, the GATE 2027 exam will comprise 30 test papers.

The steps to complete DigiLocker verification for GATE 2027 are given below. 

• Visit digilocker.gov.in
• Create or log in to DigiLocker account.
• Complete e-KYC verification using Aadhaar.
• Verify DigiLocker account through the OTP sent to the registered mobile number.
• Create a six-digit PIN.
• Check name and date of birth details in the verified ID.
• Open the GOAPS portal and fill out the application form.

Candidates can check the category-wise GATE registration fee 2027 in the table below.

IIT Madras will conduct GATE 2027 on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21.

Candidates can fill in the GATE 2027 application form on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in.

IIT Madras will close the GATE 2027 registration process today. 

The GATE 2027 will be conducted jointly by IIT Madras and IISc Bengaluru. There is no specific date mentioned for the GATE 2027 admit card. However, the GATE results will be declared on March 19.

To create a DigiLocker for GATE 2027 application, follow the steps given below:

• Go to the DigiLocker app or website
• Find the drive option and select create new folder section
• Name the folder with "GATE2027" (WITHOUT SPACE)
• Upload the necesaary documents

The marking scheme for GATE 2027 are:

• General aptitude paper: 15 marks questions
• Engineering Mathematics: 13 marks
• Subject questions: 72 marks
• Total marks: 100 marks

The GATE 2027 exam scores will be used for admission to MTech and PhD programmes and recruitment to PSUs.

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released video guidelines before proceeding to the GATE 2027 online registration.

The photograph specifications for GATE application are as follows:

• Photo size: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm
• Format: JPEG/JPG
• Background: White, with no objects or other people
• Face coverage: 60–70% of the image after cropping
• Aspect ratio: Minimum 0.66; maximum 0.89
• Resolution: 200 × 260 pixels to 530 × 690 pixels
• Maximum file size: 600 KB
• Face position: Front-facing, looking directly at the camera
• Face visibility: Forehead, eyes, nose and chin must be clearly visible
• Glasses: Normal spectacles allowed; no glare
• Head coverings: Not allowed except for religious reasons, with facial features clearly visible

The items that are prohibited are:

• Calculators
• Mobile phones, Bluetooth or other electronic devices
• Wallets
• Books
• Papers
• Handbooks
• Tables
• Pen
• Pencil pouches
• Analogue
• Digital or smart watches

The marking scheme for GATE 2027 are:

• General aptitude paper: 15 marks questions
• Engineering Mathematics: 13 marks
• Subject questions: 72 marks
• Total marks: 100 marks

The list of important documents for GATE 2027 are:

• Scanned Valid ID proof
• Scanned photo and signature
• SC/ST certificate
• PwD certificate or Dyslexic certificate
• Academic details
• Personal and communication details
• GATE test city choices and paper codes

The GATE 2027 registration fee for female, SC, ST and PwD applicants is Rs 1,000 per test paper during the regular registration and Rs 1,500 during the extended period. For all other applicants, including foreign nationals, the fee is Rs 2,000 per test paper during the regular period and Rs 2,500 during the extended period.

The list of public service undertakings (PSUs) accepting GATE scores are:

• Airports Authority of India (AAI)
• Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
• Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
• Coal India Limited (CIL)
• Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC)
• Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)
• Engineers India Limited (EIL)
• GAIL
• Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
• Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
• NLC India Limited, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO)
• National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
• Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
• NTPC
• Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
• Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
• Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) and others

The key dates for GATE 2027 are as follows:

The marking scheme for GATE 2027 are:

• General aptitude paper: 15 marks questions
• Engineering Mathematics: 13 marks
• Subject questions: 72 marks
• Total marks: 100 marks

The list of valid ID proof documents are:

• Aadhar UID
• Aadhar virtual ID
• Passport
• PAN Card
• Voter ID
• Driving License
• Any valid ID proof issued by Central or State Government

The GATE 2027 exam scores will be used for admission to MTech and PhD programmes and recruitment to PSUs

The list of important documents for GATE 2027 are:

• Scanned Valid ID proof
• Scanned photo and signature
• SC/ST certificate
• PwD certificate or Dyslexic certificate
• Academic details
• Personal and communication details
• GATE test city choices and paper codes

The GATE 2027 will be conducted jointly by IIT Madras and IISc Bengaluru. There is no specific date mentioned for the GATE 2027 admit card. However, the GATE results will be declared on March 19.

The GATE 2027 registration fee for female, SC, ST and PwD applicants is Rs 1,000 per test paper during the regular registration and Rs 1,500 during the extended period. For all other applicants, including foreign nationals, the fee is Rs 2,000 per test paper during the regular period and Rs 2,500 during the extended period.

The GATE 2027 registration will be closed on September 27.

The GATE - Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering - is conducted for admission to MTech, ME and PhD programmes.

To create a DigiLocker for GATE 2027 application, follow the steps given below:

• Go to the DigiLocker app or website
• Find the drive option and select create new folder section
• Name the folder with "GATE2027" (WITHOUT SPACE)
• Upload the necesaary documents

Candidates must not delete DigiLocker account used to submit GATE 2027 application after completing registration and fee payment. Official GATE 2027 website states that details, including the candidate's name, date of birth, mobile number, email address, address and verified ID information will be fetched from DigiLocker.

IIT Madras has advised candidates to use a computer with a webcam or a mobile phone with at least a 5-megapixel front camera. The face should be captured in a well-lit area. Candidates should also ensure that their photograph and signature meet the prescribed specifications. The official guidelines specify a maximum photograph size of 530 × 690 pixels and 600 KB, while the signature should not exceed 580 × 180 pixels and 300 KB.

There is no age limit for appearing in GATE 2027, and candidates can appear for the examination any number of times. Candidates can select up to two GATE papers, subject to the prescribed two-paper combinations. 

Candidates currently studying in the third year or higher of an undergraduate degree programme, or those who have completed a government-approved degree programme in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities, can appear for GATE 2027. However, it is subject to the eligibility conditions specified by the organising institute. 

IIT Madras will conduct the GATE exam on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027. The city slip will be out on January 4 and result will be out on March 19, 2027.