GATE 2027 Registration Begins at gate2027.iitm.ac.in: Direct Link to Apply, Check Fees, Eligibility and Dates
The GATE 2027 registration process has officially started today, August 27, 2026, with IIT Madras activating the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS). Candidates interested in appearing for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 can now submit their applications through the official GATE website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
The regular registration deadline is September 27, 2026, while applications with the extended late fee will be accepted until October 5, 2026. The application correction window will run from October 14 to October 21, 2026.
Official GATE 2027 Website:
GATE 2027 Registration: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 |
| Short Name | GATE 2027 |
| Organizing Institute | IIT Madras |
| Registration Status | LIVE |
| Registration Start Date | August 27, 2026 |
| Regular Registration Deadline | September 27, 2026 |
| Extended Registration Deadline | October 5, 2026 |
| Application Correction | October 14-21, 2026 |
| City Allotment | 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 originally planned to open registration earlier, but the application schedule was officially revised and registration was moved to August 27.
GATE 2027 Registration Link Active
Candidates can now begin their application through the GOAPS portal available on the official GATE website.
Official Website:
Applicants should click on the Application Portal / Apply Now option available on the homepage. The official website currently confirms that GOAPS is open.
How to Apply for GATE 2027
Candidates can complete the application by following these steps:
- Visit gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Open the GATE 2027 application portal.
- Complete the required registration process.
- Log in using the generated credentials.
- Enter the required personal and academic details.
- Select the GATE paper or permitted two-paper combination.
- Choose examination-city preferences.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Review the application carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the GATE 2027 application form.
- Save the submitted application for future reference.
Hindustan Times confirms that applications have opened and that candidates must complete the registration, application form and fee-payment process online.
GATE 2027 Application Fee
The application fee varies according to candidate category and whether the application is submitted during the regular or extended registration period.
| Candidate Category | Regular Period | Extended Period |
|---|---|---|
| Female Candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| SC Candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| ST Candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| PwD Candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
The fee must be paid online. Candidates choosing two test papers have to follow the applicable fee rules for both papers.
GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates currently studying in the third year or higher of an undergraduate degree program, or those who have already completed a government-approved degree program, can be eligible for GATE 2027.
Eligible disciplines include:
Engineering
Technology
Architecture
Science
Commerce
Arts
Humanities.
Candidates pursuing qualifying degrees outside India are also eligible if they are studying in the third year or higher, or have completed a bachelor's degree of at least three years in the prescribed disciplines.
Can BA, BCom and BSc Students Apply?
Yes.
The official GATE FAQ confirms that students currently studying in the third year of BA, BCom or BSc are eligible to appear for GATE 2027, provided their degree program is government approved.
Candidates should nevertheless select a GATE paper appropriate to their intended postgraduate admission pathway.
Is There an Age Limit for GATE 2027?
No.
IIT Madras has explicitly confirmed that there is no age limit to appear for GATE 2027.
There is also no restriction on the number of times a candidate can appear for GATE.
DigiLocker Mandatory for Indian Candidates
A major change for GATE 2027 is that registration through a verified DigiLocker account is mandatory for all Indian nationals.
The official portal states that information fetched from DigiLocker can include:
Name
Date of birth
Mobile number
Email ID
Profile picture
Address
Verified ID card number.
Candidates should therefore update or verify their DigiLocker account before filling out the form.
Are Academic Mark Sheets Required in DigiLocker?
No.
The official FAQ states that candidates do not need to upload their Class 10, Class 12, UG or PG marksheets into DigiLocker for GATE 2027 registration.
Academic documents are not required for identity verification during the GATE examination process.
Documents and Details Required
Candidates should keep the following details and documents ready:
- Verified DigiLocker account for Indian nationals
- Personal details
- Valid photo identification
- Recent photograph
- Scanned signature
- Degree/program information
- College or institute details
- Category certificate for SC/ST candidates claiming fee concession
- PwD certificate, where applicable
- Examination-city preferences
- Payment details
The official GATE required-documents page confirms the mandatory DigiLocker requirement and the personal information needed for the application.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | August 27, 2026 |
| Regular Registration Ends | September 27, 2026 |
| Extended Registration Ends | October 5, 2026 |
| Correction Window Opens | October 14, 2026 |
| Correction Window Closes | 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 |
These dates are listed on the official IIT Madras GATE 2027 portal and remain subject to change if required.
GATE 2027 Exam Dates
GATE 2027 will be conducted on six days:
February 6, 2027
February 7, 2027
February 13, 2027
February 14, 2027
February 20, 2027
February 21, 2027
Hindustan Times reports that examinations will be held in forenoon and afternoon sessions on the scheduled days.
GATE 2027 Has 30 Test Papers
GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers.
A candidate can apply for:
One paper
or
Two papers from the officially permitted combinations.
Candidates do not need to submit two separate application forms if appearing for two papers.
New Robotics and Automation Paper
IIT Madras has introduced a new test paper for GATE 2027:
Robotics and Automation (RA).
According to Hindustan Times, the RA paper contains:
Part A – Common Section
and
Part B – Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering sections.
Candidates planning to appear for RA should check the official syllabus before starting preparation.
GATE 2027 Syllabus Revised
IIT Madras has also revised the GATE 2027 syllabi.
Official notifications specifically mention changes relating to:
Robotics and Automation
Biotechnology syllabus
Textile Engineering and Fibre Science
Two-paper combinations
XE sectional codes
XH sectional codes
XL sectional codes.
Candidates preparing using GATE 2026 material should therefore download the current 2027 syllabus.
GATE 2027 Score Validity
The GATE 2027 score will remain valid for:
3 years
The official website confirms the three-year validity period.
Candidates can use valid scores for admission or other opportunities according to the rules of individual institutions and recruiting organizations.
What Is GATE Used For?
A valid GATE score can be used for admission to various:
Master's programs
Direct doctoral programs
Doctoral programs
and, where applicable, for financial assistance in supported institutions.
Some Public Sector Undertakings also use GATE scores for recruitment.
However, IIT Madras clearly states that simply qualifying GATE does not guarantee admission, scholarship or a PSU job.
GATE 2027 Result Date
IIT Madras currently schedules the GATE 2027 result for:
March 19, 2027.
Qualified candidates will subsequently be able to download their scorecards through GOAPS according to the announced schedule.
GATE 2027 Registration: Key Points
GATE 2027 registration officially started on August 27, 2026.
IIT Madras is the organizing institute.
The regular application deadline is September 27.
The extended registration deadline with late fee is October 5.
The correction window runs from October 14 to October 21.
Verified DigiLocker registration is mandatory for Indian nationals.
Candidates currently in the third year or higher of an eligible undergraduate degree, or those who have completed an approved degree, can apply.
There is no age limit and no restriction on the number of GATE attempts.
The regular application fee is ₹1,000 for Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates and ₹2,000 for other candidates.
GATE 2027 will include 30 test papers, including the newly introduced Robotics and Automation paper.
The examination will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, while the result is scheduled for March 19, 2027.
FAQs
Has GATE 2027 registration started?
Yes. GATE 2027 registration officially began on August 27, 2026.
Where can I apply for GATE 2027?
Official Website:
What is the last date without a late fee?
The regular registration deadline is September 27, 2026.
What is the late-fee registration deadline?
Candidates can submit applications with the extended fee until October 5, 2026.
What is the GATE 2027 application fee?
Female, SC, ST and PwD candidates pay ₹1,000 during the regular period and ₹1,500 during the extended period. Other candidates pay ₹2,000 and ₹2,500, respectively.
Is DigiLocker compulsory?
Yes. Verified DigiLocker registration is mandatory for Indian nationals.
Who is eligible for GATE 2027?
Students currently in the third year or higher of an eligible undergraduate degree, as well as candidates who have completed approved degrees in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities, can apply.
Is there an age limit?
No. There is no age limit for GATE 2027.
Can candidates appear for two papers?
Yes. Candidates can select up to two papers from the officially permitted combinations.
What is the new GATE 2027 paper?
The new test paper is Robotics and Automation (RA).
When will GATE 2027 be conducted?
The examination will be held on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027.
When is the GATE 2027 result?
The result is scheduled for March 19, 2027.
