HighLights
  1. GATE 2027 registration starts on August 27, 2026.
  2. IIT Madras will conduct GATE 2027 on multiple days in February 2027.
  3. Candidates must check eligibility, documents, and fees before applying.

GATE Exam 2027: The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) will start the online registration process for GATE 2027 from August 27 onwards. The application link will be active on the GOAPS portal. The last date to register online with regular fees is September 27, 2026. However, with extended fees, the application deadline is October 5, 2026. Indian and international candidates must read the GATE 2027 eligibility criteria carefully before filling out the GATE 2027 application form. 

IIT Madras will conduct GATE 2027 in CBT mode on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027. The test will be held in two shifts, Forenoon and afternoon, for 30 subjects at various locations across the country. The exam date and time will be notified via the GATE 2027 admit card. 

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How To Register For GATE 2027?

Once the official link becomes available, candidates can follow the given steps to complete their GATE registration process. 

Step 1: Go to the official GATE 2027 website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.

Step 2: Click on the registration link. Enter your basic details to generate your enrollment ID and password.

Step 3: Log in using the above credentials and fill in your GATE 2027 application form with mandatory information.

Step 4: Upload mandatory documents and select the GATE paper for which you want to appear.

Step 5: Complete your facial verification through webcam or mobile.  

Step 6: Pay the application fee and submit the form after verifying the details thoroughly. 

GATE Exam 2027: Key Dates

Candidates must check out the following table for important dates related to the GATE 2027 examination. 

Events

Dates

GATE 2027 Application Process Starts On 

August 27, 2026 

Last Date to Apply with Regular Fees

September 27, 2026 

Extended Registration With Late Fee 

October 5, 2026 

City Allotment Notification

January 4, 2027 

Admit Card Release

TBA

GATE Exam Dates 2027 

February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027

GATE Result 2027

March 19, 2027 

Document Checklist For GATE 2027 Registration

Candidates must have the following documents handy while registering for GATE 2027, once the official link becomes active. 

  • Scanned images of a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format

  • Valid photo identity proof, such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID or Driving Licence

  • Category certificate, if applicable

  • PwD certificate, if applicable

  • Dyslexia certificate, if applicable

  • Educational and qualifying examination details

  • Active mobile number and email ID

  • Payment details for submitting the application fee

  • GATE 2027 Registration Fee

    Candidates need to pay the GATE registration fee as per their category. The application form will only be accepted after successful payment of fees.

    Category

    Exam fees during regular period (Aug 27 to Sept 27)

    Exam fees during extended period (Sept 28 to Oct 5, 2026)

    Female, SC/ST category and PwD candidates

    Rs 1000

    Rs 1500

    All other candidates (including foreign nationals)

    Rs 2000

    Rs 2500

    The registration fee is refundable and must be paid using UPI/Credit/Debit/Net Banking payment modes. 

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