Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level examination that evaluates candidates in undergraduate-level subjects across Engineering, Technology, Science, Commerce, Arts, Architecture and Humanities. GATE scores are used for postgraduate and doctoral admissions, possible financial assistance at participating institutions, and recruitment opportunities with organizations including several Public Sector Undertakings.
| Full Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
|---|---|
| Exam Year | 2027 |
| Conducting Institute | Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Exam Language | English |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| Number of Test Papers | 30 |
| Questions Per Paper | 65 |
| Maximum Marks | 100 Marks |
| Score Validity | 3 Years from the date of announcement of results. |
| Indian National Registration | Registration for GATE 2027 through DigiLocker is mandatory for Indian nationals. |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 per test paper. |
| Application Fee | ₹2,000 per test paper. |
| Two Test Papers | Candidates appearing for two test papers must pay the applicable fee for each selected test paper. |
| Age Limit | There is no age limit for appearing in GATE 2027. |
| Number of Attempts | A candidate can appear for the GATE examination any number of times. |
| Current Undergraduate Students | Students currently studying in the third year or higher years of an eligible government-approved programme can appear for GATE 2027. |
| Eligible Disciplines | Eligible programmes include applicable Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts and Humanities programmes. |
| Paper Selection | Candidates can choose one paper or up to two papers from the officially permitted two-paper combinations. |
| DigiLocker Verification | Verified DigiLocker information is mandatory for GATE 2027 registration for Indian nationals. |
| Photograph | Upload or provide the candidate photograph according to official requirements. |
| Signature | Provide the candidate signature according to official requirements. |
| Valid Photo ID | The candidate name should match the valid photo ID produced in original at the examination centre. |
| Academic Information | Qualifying degree and academic information is required while completing the application. |
| Category Certificate | Valid category documentation is required when claiming applicable fee concessions or other benefits. |
| PwD Certificate or UDID | Applicable candidates must provide valid disability documentation where required. |
| Result Announcement | GATE 2027 results are scheduled to be announced on 19 March 2027. |
| Score Validity | GATE scores remain valid for three years from the date of announcement of results. |
| Scorecard | Eligible candidates can download the GATE scorecard through the official portal during the notified period. |
| Late Scorecard Download | The GATE 2027 scorecard can be downloaded after the regular download period by paying ₹500 up to 31 December 2027, subject to official rules. |
| M.Tech and Postgraduate Admission | GATE scores are used by participating institutions for eligible postgraduate programmes. |
| M.S. and Research Programmes | Participating institutions may use GATE scores for eligible research and postgraduate programmes. |
| PhD Opportunities | Some institutions consider GATE qualification for doctoral admissions subject to their own criteria. |
| Financial Assistance | Qualified candidates may be eligible for financial assistance in applicable programmes at participating institutions. |
| PSU Recruitment | Several Public Sector Undertakings and other organizations may use GATE scores as part of their recruitment processes. |
| No Automatic Guarantee | Qualifying GATE does not guarantee admission, scholarship or employment. Individual institutions and organizations apply their own selection criteria. |
| GATE-JAM Office | GATE-JAM Office, IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600036. |
| Helpline | 044-22578200 |
| helpdesk@gate.iitm.ac.in |
Opening of the GATE Online Application Processing System according to the current official schedule.
Last date for regular online registration without late fee.
Last date for extended online registration with applicable late fee.
Opening of the GATE 2027 application rectification window.
Closing of the GATE 2027 application rectification window.
Notification of the allotted examination city.
The official admit card download date is yet to be announced.
First examination weekend.
Second examination weekend.
Third examination weekend.
Announcement of GATE 2027 results.
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Indian nationals should create or update their verified DigiLocker account before beginning registration.
Visit the official GATE 2027 website and open the GATE Online Application Processing System.
Complete the required registration and identity verification process.
Provide personal and communication details carefully.
Enter qualifying degree, programme and institution details.
Choose the primary paper and, if applicable, a permitted secondary paper.
Choose examination city preferences from the available official options.
Provide photograph, signature and other applicable documents according to official requirements.
Pay the applicable fee for the selected test paper or papers.
Review all information carefully and submit the application before the applicable deadline.
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