Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level exam where undergraduate subjects are tested in various subjects. Their knowledge and expertise of undergraduate-level subjects in Science, Technology, Arts, Architecture, Commerce, Humanities and Engineering are assessed. The last date for registering for this exam was 5th October, without paying late fee. The extended registration for the exam with late fees closes on October 12, 2026.
GATE 2027 Application Form
You can access the application form for the examination on the GATE 2027 Official Website via the GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System) portal. Any error in the application can be corrected from October 14 to October 21, 2026.
GATE 2027 Fee
Male candidates from general category have to pay ₹2,000 per test paper. However, female candidates and those from SC / ST / PwD sections can pay ₹1,000 per test paper. If you forget to, or are unable to register on time for the GATE 2027 examination, you have to pay additional charges and complete your signup within the extended registration date of October 5, 2026.
GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
The GATE 2027 examination is open to those who are presently studying in the 3rd year or higher of an eligible undergraduate degree program. It is also open to those who have already finishes a government-approved degree in:
· Engineering,
· Commerce,
· Architecture,
· Technology,
· Science,
· Arts, or
· Humanities
The eligible programs for GATE 2027 include B.E., B.Tech., B.Pharm., B.Arch., B.Sc. (Research), B.S., B.Sc., B.A., B.Com., BCA, and four-year B.Sc. programs in Horticulture, Agriculture or Forestry.
If you are pursuing Pharm.D., you may apply from the 3rd year. However, if you are taking up professional medical programs such as M.B.B.S., B.V.Sc., B.D.S., B.S.M.S., B.U.M.S., B.A.M.S., B.H.M.S., and B.N.Y.S. you are eligible from the 5th/6th/7th or higher semester, based on the program. If you are holding or pursuing M.Sc., M.A., MCA or equivalent master's degrees, you can apply from the 1st year.
If you are in integrated or dual-degree programs, there are varied stages of eligibility, based on the program structure, which typically starts from first to third years. You may also be eligible if you are qualified from recognized Professional Societies, if your exams are approved as equivalent to relevant degrees by MoE/AICTE/UGC/UPSC.
If you are pursuing, or have obtained, qualifying degrees for GATE 2027 exam outside India, you need to have completed a Bachelor’s degree of, or be at least in the third year of, a program with duration of at least 3 years, in an eligible discipline. You may also be eligible if you hold or pursue a higher degree than the listed qualification.
You should check the GATE 2027 Official Eligibility Criteria for complete information about the eligibility for the GATE 2027 examination.
How to Apply for GATE 2027?
These are the steps that you must follow:
Register on GOAPS
You have to register on the portal. Enter your official email ID and valid mobile number.
Go for DigiLocker integration
You need to connect your verified DigiLocker account, so that you can retrieve your personal and ID details quickly.
Fill up the details
Next, you should type in your academic details, choose as many as 2 test papers and pick the cities that you prefer to appear for your exam.
Upload the documents
You need to submit your photographs, scanned copy of your signature and category certificates. Also, you have to complete the live facial verification process.
Complete the fee payment process
Finally, you have to pay online via net banking, UPI or credit / debit cards.
Conclusion
The GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) 2027 is one of the biggest, most prestigious exams in India. If you are an aspirant, visit the website https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in/ and sign up immediately. Registration for this exam is open only for a limited time period.
FAQ
1. When will the GATE 2027 exam be held?
The exam is scheduled for February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 in the year 2027. This will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT). It will be held online.
2. Which programs can you apply for after passing the GATE 2027 exam?
You can seek admission to postgraduate programs (M.E./MTech. /Ph.D.) and get recruited by Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) after passing the GATE 2027 examination successfully.
3. How many test papers are there in GATE 2027 exam?
You can find as many as 30 test papers, including a newly included paper on Robotics & Automation.
4. How long will the GATE 2027 scores remain valid?
Your GATE 2027 scores will stay valid 3 years from the date of result declaration.
5. When will the GATE 2027 results be declared?
The results for the GATE 2027 examination are scheduled to be declared on March 19, 2027.
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