The GATE 2027 registration link is now live, with IIT Madras activating the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering application portal for eligible candidates. Applicants can complete the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) registration through the official website for admission to postgraduate and doctoral programs and for opportunities where GATE scores are accepted.
The regular application deadline is September 27, 2026, while candidates can submit the form with a late fee until October 5, 2026. A major change this year is that verified DigiLocker registration is mandatory for Indian nationals. IIT Madras has also introduced a new Robotics and Automation (RA) test paper for GATE 2027.
Official GATE 2027 Website:
https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in/
GATE 2027 Registration: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 |
| Short Name | GATE 2027 |
| Organizing Institute | IIT Madras |
| Registration Status | LIVE |
| GOAPS Registration Date | August 27, 2026 |
| Last Date Without Late Fee | September 27, 2026 |
| Last Date With Late Fee | October 5, 2026 |
| Correction Window | October 14–21, 2026 |
| City Allotment Notification | January 4, 2027 |
| Exam Dates | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
| Result Date | March 19, 2027 |
| Total Test Papers | 30 |
| New Paper | Robotics and Automation |
| Score Validity | 3 years |
| Official Website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
IIT Madras had earlier scheduled registration for August 14, but the opening date was officially revised to August 27, 2026. The closing dates were also revised accordingly.
GATE 2027 GOAPS Registration Link Active
Candidates can access the GATE 2027 application system through the official portal.
Official Website:
https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in/
Applicants should use the GOAPS application portal linked from the official GATE website.
The same application system will subsequently be used for several candidate services connected with the examination.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GOAPS Registration Opens | August 27, 2026 |
| Regular Registration Ends | September 27, 2026 |
| Extended Registration Ends | October 5, 2026 |
| Application Rectification Begins | October 14, 2026 |
| Application Rectification Ends | October 21, 2026 |
| City Allotment Notification | January 4, 2027 |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Exam – Week 1 | February 6–7, 2027 |
| Exam – Week 2 | February 13–14, 2027 |
| Exam – Week 3 | February 20–21, 2027 |
| Result | March 19, 2027 |
The dates above are listed on the official GATE 2027 website, although IIT Madras notes that dates can change if required.
GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should verify that they satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions before completing the application.
According to IIT Madras, candidates are eligible if they are:
Currently studying in the third year or higher of an undergraduate degree
or
Have already completed an approved undergraduate degree
in fields including:
Engineering
Technology
Architecture
Science
Commerce
Arts
Humanities.
Candidates pursuing or holding higher degrees may also appear if they otherwise satisfy the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility for Candidates Studying Abroad
Candidates pursuing their qualifying degree outside India can also apply.
They should either:
Be studying in the third year or higher
or
Have completed a bachelor's degree of at least three years' duration
in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities.
GATE 2027 Application Fee
The application fee varies according to category and registration period.
| Category | Regular Fee Per Paper | Extended Fee Per Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Female Candidates | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| SC Candidates | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| ST Candidates | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| PwD Candidates | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| General Candidates | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
| OBC-NCL Candidates | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
| EWS Candidates | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
Candidates applying for two test papers must pay the applicable fee for each paper separately.
DigiLocker Mandatory for Indian Candidates
One of the biggest changes in GATE 2027 is mandatory DigiLocker verification for Indian nationals.
IIT Madras states that candidates should have a verified DigiLocker account ready before completing registration.
Information that may be fetched from DigiLocker includes:
Name
Date of birth
Mobile number
Email ID
Profile picture
Address
Verified identity-card number.
Candidates should therefore ensure that their DigiLocker details are current and accurate.
Documents Required for GATE 2027 Registration
Candidates should keep important documents and information ready before starting the application.
These include:
- Verified DigiLocker account for Indian nationals
- Recent photograph
- Scanned signature
- Valid photo identity proof
- Educational qualification details
- Degree/program information
- Institute or college details
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Communication details
- Examination city preferences
- Payment details
Applicants should follow the exact upload format and specifications provided on the official portal.
How to Fill GATE 2027 Application Form
Candidates can complete registration by following these steps:
- Visit the official GATE website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Open the GOAPS application portal.
- Start a new registration.
- Complete DigiLocker verification if you are an Indian national.
- Enter the required personal information.
- Provide academic and qualifying-degree details.
- Select the GATE test paper.
- Select a permitted second paper if desired.
- Choose examination cities.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Complete any live photo or identity-verification requirement shown on the portal.
- Review the application carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the form.
- Save the application confirmation for future reference.
GATE 2027 Two-Paper Option
Candidates can appear for up to two GATE papers, provided the combination is permitted by IIT Madras.
Choosing a second paper is optional.
Candidates should select the paper combination carefully because only officially permitted combinations can be chosen.
The GATE 2027 website has also announced updates to the two-paper combinations.
New Robotics and Automation Paper
GATE 2027 introduces a new paper:
Robotics and Automation – RA
With the addition of RA, GATE 2027 will be conducted across 30 test papers.
Candidates interested in robotics-related higher education or relevant interdisciplinary programs should check the official syllabus before selecting the paper.
GATE 2027 Syllabus Revised
IIT Madras has advised candidates that the GATE 2027 syllabi have been revised.
Updates include changes associated with:
- Robotics and Automation
- Biotechnology
- Textile Engineering and Fibre Science
- XE sectional codes
- XH sectional codes
- XL sectional codes
- Two-paper combinations.
Candidates should therefore avoid relying solely on older GATE 2026 syllabus material.
GATE 2027 Exam Dates
GATE 2027 will be conducted across three weekends:
February 6 and 7, 2027
February 13 and 14, 2027
February 20 and 21, 2027.
The paper-wise examination schedule will be announced separately.
GATE 2027 Result Date
The official website currently schedules the GATE 2027 result for:
March 19, 2027
Candidates qualifying in GATE can use their scores according to the admission or recruitment rules of participating institutions and organizations.
GATE Score Validity
GATE 2027 scores will remain valid for:
3 years
The official GATE 2027 website confirms the three-year score-validity period.
Candidates should remember that individual institutions or recruitment organizations can apply their own eligibility and selection criteria.
Is GATE Qualification a Guarantee of Admission or PSU Job?
No.
IIT Madras clearly states that qualifying GATE does not guarantee admission, scholarship or employment.
Admission depends on the eligibility and selection criteria of individual institutions, while PSU recruitment depends on the rules adopted by the respective organization.
GATE 2027 Registration: Key Points
- GATE 2027 registration is live through GOAPS.
- IIT Madras is the organizing institute.
- Registration opens on August 27, 2026.
- The regular application deadline is September 27.
- The extended deadline with late fee is October 5.
- Application correction will run from October 14 to 21.
- DigiLocker verification is mandatory for Indian nationals.
- Candidates in the third year or higher of eligible undergraduate programs can apply.
- Graduates from Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts and Humanities can also be eligible.
- Female, SC, ST and PwD candidates pay Rs 1,000 per paper during the regular period.
- General, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates pay Rs 2,000 per paper during the regular period.
- Candidates may select up to two permitted papers.
- GATE 2027 includes 30 papers.
- Robotics and Automation is a newly introduced paper.
- The exam will be held on six dates in February 2027.
- GATE 2027 results are scheduled for March 19, 2027.
- GATE scores remain valid for three years.
FAQs
Is GATE 2027 registration open?
Yes. IIT Madras has activated the GATE 2027 GOAPS registration portal.
What is the GATE 2027 registration website?
Official Website:
https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in/
What is the last date to apply without a late fee?
The regular application deadline is September 27, 2026.
What is the last date with a late fee?
Candidates can apply with the extended fee until October 5, 2026.
Is DigiLocker compulsory?
Yes. Verified DigiLocker registration is mandatory for Indian nationals applying for GATE 2027.
Who can apply for GATE 2027?
Candidates currently studying in the third year or higher of an undergraduate degree, or those who have completed an approved degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities, can apply subject to the official eligibility rules.
What is the GATE 2027 application fee?
Female, SC, ST and PwD candidates pay Rs 1,000 per paper during regular registration, while General, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates pay Rs 2,000 per paper.
Can I appear for two GATE papers?
Yes. Candidates can choose up to two permitted test papers, subject to the official combination rules.
What is the new GATE 2027 paper?
IIT Madras has introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) for GATE 2027.
When will GATE 2027 be conducted?
The examination will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027.
When will the GATE 2027 result be declared?
The result is scheduled for March 19, 2027.
