GATE 2026 will be conducted by IIT Guwahati. Learn about the registration dates, eligibility, subjects, application fees, and financial support offered for M.Tech and Ph.D. students.
GATE 2026 Official Notification Released
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati will conduct GATE 2026. The GATE official website is gate2026.iitg.ac.in. August 25th, 2025, is the starting date for enrollment. Candidates can apply without a late fee until September 25. Those who miss the deadline can apply until October 6 with a late fee.
Purpose and Organizers of GATE
GATE 2026 is a national-level exam. It checks the candidate’s understanding of undergraduate subjects in engineering, science, humanities, architecture, and more.
You can apply for GATE if:
You are in the third year or above of your undergraduate studies.
You have finished a degree in engineering, science, architecture, technology, commerce, arts, or humanities approved by the government.
You hold a foreign degree that matches Indian standards.
You have a certificate from professional societies like IE, ICE, IETE, AeSI, IIChE, IIM, or IIIE. These certificates need to receive approval from the MoE, AICTE, UGC, or UPSC.
Subjects and New Additions in GATE 2026
GATE 2026 will have 30 test papers. This includes both full subjects and sectional ones. A new subject is introduced this year, and it is XE-I, which is energy science.
In GATE , you can attempt one or two papers. However, the second paper has to come from an approved combination. You may choose both papers within the same application form. After the declaration of results, the GATE score is valid for 3 years. This gives flexibility for applying to higher studies or public sector jobs.
Application Fee Structure for GATE 2026
You must submit only one application form. Multiple forms will be rejected. Refunds are not entertained for any mistakes made by the applicants. The fee varies for different groups and deadlines.
Major Categories
Engineering & Technology: CE, ME, EE, EC, CS, IN, and more
Science & Humanities: PH, MA, ST, XH, XL
New Subject: XE-I – Energy Science
All papers will be in English and follow a fixed format. Sectional papers like XE, XH, and XL include mandatory and optional parts.
Application Fee (Regular Period)
General candidates: ₹2,000 per paper
Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹1,000 per paper
Application Fee (Extended Period)
General candidates: ₹2,500 per paper
Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹1,500 per paper
Marks Distribution and Exam Pattern
Each paper in GATE 2026 carries 100 marks. This includes:
15 marks for General Aptitude (GA)
85 marks for subject-specific questions
You must answer all questions in English.
Benefits of a Valid GATE Score
Your GATE 2026 score can help you:
Get admission to M.Tech or Ph.D. programs in top institutes
Apply for government scholarships or fellowships
Get hired by Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
Financial Assistance
If you get into an M.Tech program through GATE , you may receive ₹12,400 per month for up to 22 months.
If you get a direct Ph.D. after a BE/BTech/MSc with a valid score:
You get ₹37,000/month for the first two years
You receive ₹42,000 monthly during the third to fifth years
PSU Recruitment Through GATE 2026
Many PSUs will prefer the GATE score in their recruitments. The list of these companies is available on the GATE 2026 official website.
Where to Find More Information?
Visit the official GATE 2026 website gate2026.iitg.ac.in to find:
Syllabus for each subject
Full list of two-paper combinations
Eligibility guidelines
Important dates
Updates and FAQs
Conclusion
GATE 2026 paves the way for advanced education, public funding, and positions in the public sector. Start preparing early and make sure to apply within the deadline. Always check the official website for updates and guidelines.
