The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, this year’s organizing institute, has released the official notification for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027. The information brochure was published on 20 July 2026 on the official GATE 2027 website, giving engineering, science, and technology graduates a clear roadmap for admission into postgraduate programmes at IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other leading institutions across India.
The GATE 2027 online application will open on 14 August 2026 through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS), and candidates can submit their forms without a late fee until 21 September 2026, with a late-fee window extending to 30 September 2026. This year’s exam introduces a new Robotics and Automation (RA) paper, bringing the total number of test papers to 30, and will be held across six days in February 2027, in both forenoon and afternoon sessions.
GATE scores are not only used for postgraduate admissions but are also widely accepted by several central Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) for their recruitment drives, making this one of the most significant national-level exams for engineering graduates. Below is a complete overview of important dates, application fee, eligibility, exam pattern, and the step-by-step process to apply online, along with official links.
GATE 2027: Short Details
GATE is a national-level examination conducted jointly by the seven IITs and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore, on a rotational basis, on behalf of the National Coordination Board under the Ministry of Education. It tests candidates’ understanding of undergraduate-level concepts across 30 subjects, including engineering, technology, architecture, science, commerce, arts, and humanities, and the resulting score is valid for three years from the date of result declaration.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Information Brochure & Notification Released | 20 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date (GOAPS) | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply With Late Fee | 30 September 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 14 – 21 October 2026 |
| Exam City Allotment Notification | 04 January 2027 |
| Admit Card | January 2027 (Exact date to be announced) |
| Examination Dates | 06, 07, 13, 14, 20 & 21 February 2027 |
| Result Declared Date | 19 March 2027 |
Application Fee
| Category | Regular Period Fee | Extended Period Fee (With Late Fee) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 2000/- | Rs. 2500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1500/- |
| All Female Candidates | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1500/- |
Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS, or mobile wallet.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | There is no minimum or maximum age limit prescribed to appear for GATE 2027 |
Exam Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Test Papers | 30 (including the newly introduced Robotics and Automation paper) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (Online) |
| Exam Sessions | Two shifts per day – Forenoon and Afternoon |
| Question Types | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Multiple Select Questions (MSQ), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions |
| Paper Combination | Candidates may appear in one paper, or up to two papers under the Two Paper Combination Model, subject to availability |
| Medium of Exam | English |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have completed, or be in the final year of, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, or Science (BE/B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Sc. Research), a Master’s degree (M.Sc./MA), an MCA, an ME/M.Tech, or an equivalent Dual Degree or Integrated Course from a recognized institution.
- There is no age restriction, allowing candidates at any career stage to appear for the exam.
- Since specific eligibility conditions can vary slightly by discipline, candidates should refer to the detailed GATE 2027 Information Brochure for exact qualification requirements for their chosen paper.
How to Apply for GATE 2027 Online Form
- Visit the official GATE 2027 website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Once live, click on the GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System) registration link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate your enrollment ID and password.
- Log in and fill in your personal, academic, and category details carefully.
- Select your preferred test paper(s), keeping the Two Paper Combination Model rules in mind if applicable.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable) in the prescribed format, ensuring they are scanned properly.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment methods.
- Review your application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the form and keep your enrollment ID and password safe for future logins, including for corrections, admit card download, and result access.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Official Notification (Information Brochure) | Click Here |
| GATE 2027 Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When does the GATE 2027 online application start?
The online application through GOAPS will start on 14 August 2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for GATE 2027 without a late fee?
The last date to apply without a late fee is 21 September 2026, and with a late fee, applications will be accepted until 30 September 2026.
3. Which institute is organizing GATE 2027?
IIT Madras is the organizing institute for GATE 2027 this year, and has released the official notification on gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
4. When is the GATE 2027 exam scheduled?
The exam will be conducted across six days: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 February 2027, in forenoon and afternoon sessions.
5. What is the eligibility criteria for GATE 2027?
Candidates must have completed or be in the final year of a BE/B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Sc. Research, M.Sc./MA, MCA, ME/M.Tech, or an equivalent Dual Degree/Integrated Course from a recognized institution.
6. Is there an age limit for GATE 2027?
No, there is no minimum or maximum age limit prescribed for appearing in GATE 2027.
7. What is the application fee for GATE 2027?
The fee during the regular period is Rs. 2000/- for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 1000/- for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates, rising to Rs. 2500/- and Rs. 1500/- respectively during the extended (late fee) period.
8. How many test papers are there in GATE 2027?
GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers, including the newly introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) paper.
9. When will the GATE 2027 result be declared?
The result is scheduled to be declared on 19 March 2027.
10. What is the official website for GATE 2027?
The official website is gate2027.iitm.ac.in, where all notifications, registration, admit card, and result updates will be published.