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GATE 2027 Registration Open — IIT Madras, Last Date 27 September
IIT Madras (GATE 2027 Organising Institute) · Post Date: · Updated:
Applications open — last date 27/09/2026
Short Information
Registration for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 is open, with IIT Madras as the organising institute. GATE opens the door to M.Tech and PhD admission and to recruitment in several public sector undertakings, and the score stays valid for three years. Applications close on 27 September 2026 without a late fee, or 5 October with one. The examination runs across three weekends in February 2027.
Important Dates
| Registration Opened | 02/09/2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date (No Late Fee) | 27/09/2026 |
| Last Date (With Late Fee) | 05/10/2026 |
| Admit Card | 04/01/2027 |
| Examination — Week 1 | 06/02/2027 and 07/02/2027 |
| Examination — Week 2 | 13/02/2027 and 14/02/2027 |
| Examination — Week 3 | 20/02/2027 and 21/02/2027 |
| Result | 19/03/2027 |
Application Fee
| Female / SC / ST / PwD — One Paper | ₹1,000/- |
|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD — Two Papers | ₹2,000/- |
| All Others (including foreign nationals) — One Paper | ₹2,000/- |
| All Others — Two Papers | ₹4,000/- |
| Late Fee Period — Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,500/- (one paper), ₹2,500/- (two papers) |
| Late Fee Period — All Others | ₹2,500/- (one paper), ₹4,500/- (two papers) |
Eligibility
- Candidates in the third year or higher of any undergraduate degree programme may apply, as may anyone who has already completed a government-approved degree.
- There is no age limit for GATE.
- 30 test papers are offered, and a candidate may sit for one or a combination of two.
- A qualifying GATE score is valid for three years.
- Eligibility varies by degree type — engineering, architecture, science, commerce, arts and medical streams each have their own entry. Check your qualification against the eligibility table before paying.
How to Apply
- Open the GATE 2027 portal run by IIT Madras and register through GOAPS, the GATE online application processing system.
- Choose your test paper. If you are taking two, check the official two-paper combination table first — not every pair is allowed.
- Fill in your academic details and upload the documents in the formats the portal specifies.
- Choose your examination cities in order of preference.
- Pay the fee. Applying before 27 September avoids the late fee, which adds ₹500 for most candidates.
- Download and keep the filled application. The admit card follows on 4 January 2027.
Important Links
| GATE 2027 Official Website | Click Here |
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| Application Fee Details | Click Here |
| Eligibility Criteria | Click Here |
| Helpdesk — 044-22578200 · helpdesk@gate.iitm.ac.in | Available Soon |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for GATE 2027?
27 September 2026 without a late fee, and 5 October 2026 with one. The late fee adds ₹500 to every category.
Can I apply if I am in my third year?
Yes. Candidates in the third year or higher of any undergraduate programme are eligible, as are those who have already completed a government-approved degree.
Is there an age limit?
No. GATE has no upper age limit.
How long does a GATE score stay valid?
Three years from the date of the result.
Can I take two papers?
Yes, but only certain combinations are permitted, and the fee doubles. Check the official two-paper combination table before you register.
Disclaimer: This page is an independent summary prepared by RojgarAvsar. Figures and dates are transcribed from the department's public notice and may be revised by corrigendum. Confirm every detail on the official website before paying a fee or submitting your form.