GATE 2027 Registration Without Late Fee Ends Today; Extended Window Runs Until October 12

GATE 2027 applicants have until October 5, 2026, to complete regular registration without a late fee. IIT Madras, the organizing institute, has updated the schedule to show October 12 as the closing date for extended registration with a late fee. Candidates should distinguish between these two deadlines before planning their submission.

Applicants who want to avoid the additional charge should complete their application and payment today. Creating an account or saving an unfinished form should not be treated as confirmation that the registration process is complete.

GATE 2027: Updated Important Dates

The schedule remains subject to change. The admit-card download date is yet to be announced; the city notification should not be confused with an admission ticket.

How to Complete the Application

1. Open the GATE 2027 application section and proceed to GOAPS.
2. Follow the registration instructions applicable to your nationality.
3. Enter personal and academic information carefully.
4. Check your selected test paper, permitted paper combination and examination city preferences.
5. Provide the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
6. Review the application, pay the applicable fee and save the confirmation.

DigiLocker Instructions Applicants Should Check

Registration through DigiLocker is mandatory for Indian nationals. The application guidance also permits candidates to proceed using an unverified DigiLocker account, subject to subsequent document scrutiny and original-document verification at the examination venue. A verified account is recommended for a smoother process.

Candidates must retain the DigiLocker account used for submission. Deleting it after applying could interfere with subsequent communication linked to that account. Applicants experiencing verification or account-matching problems should follow the available troubleshooting instructions.

Final Checks Before Payment

• Match your name and other identity details with supporting documents.
• Check that uploaded images are readable and meet the prescribed specifications.
• Confirm that category or disability documents are supplied where applicable.
• Verify payment status within the application account.
• Keep copies of the submitted form and transaction acknowledgment.

If money is debited but confirmation is unclear, review the transaction status and payment guidance before repeating the process. Keep transaction references available for any support request.

What Happens After Submission?

Monitor your application for scrutiny updates and any required corrections. The rectification period should be used according to the permitted changes and applicable charges. It should not be treated as an opportunity to submit an entirely new application after registration closes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is October 5 the final registration deadline?

It is the deadline without a late fee. The updated extended deadline is October 12.

What should candidates study after applying?

Check the revised syllabus for the selected paper and align preparation, practice questions and revision with its current requirements.