GATE 2027 Important Dates Released: Check GOAPS Registration, Application, Exam & Result Schedule

GATE 2027 important dates are now available for engineering graduates and final-year students planning to appear for the exam. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 schedule covers everything from the opening of the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) portal to the final result declaration. Candidates aiming for admission into M.Tech, M.E., and PhD programmes at IITs, NITs, and IISc, or seeking PSU recruitment through GATE scores, should note down each deadline carefully.

This article lists the complete GATE 2027 timeline, including registration, application rectification, city allotment, admit card, exam dates, and results, in one place for quick reference.

Latest Update

• GATE 2027 important dates have been released, covering the full cycle from GOAPS registration to result declaration.

• The GOAPS portal is scheduled to open on 14th August 2026 (Friday).

• The exam will be conducted across three weekends in February 2027: 6–7, 13–14, and 20–21 February 2027.

• Results are scheduled to be announced on 19th March 2027 (Friday).

• The admit card release date is yet to be announced (TBA). Candidates should keep checking the official GOAPS portal for the hall ticket schedule.

GATE 2027 Official Website

Candidates can visit the official GATE 2027 website to access the latest updates regarding the notification, information brochure, GOAPS registration, application form, important dates, syllabus, exam pattern, admit card, answer key, and results.

Official Website: https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in/

GATE 2027 Important Dates

Note: The admit card release date has not yet been announced. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official GOAPS portal (goaps.iitm.ac.in) for updates.

GATE 2027 Registration Begins on August 14

The GOAPS portal will open on August 14, 2026, allowing eligible candidates to submit their online application forms.

Candidates are advised to complete their registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

The application process includes:

• Online registration
• Filling in personal and academic details
• Uploading documents
• Selecting preferred exam cities
• Paying the application fee
• Final submission

GATE 2027 Registration Last Date

There are two deadlines for registration:

Without Late Fee

• Last Date: September 21, 2026

Candidates are encouraged to apply before this deadline to avoid paying additional charges.

With Late Fee

• Extended Last Date: September 30, 2026

Applications submitted after September 21 will require payment of the prescribed late fee

How to Register for GATE 2027 on GOAPS

Candidates will be able to complete the GATE 2027 registration process fully online through GOAPS. The broad steps are expected to include:

• Visit the official GOAPS portal and click on "New User Registration."

• Enter basic details — name, email ID, and mobile number — to generate an Enrolment ID.

• Log in using the Enrolment ID and password to fill personal, academic, and category details.

• Choose the test paper(s), preferred exam cities, and upload photograph, signature, and required documents.

• Pay the application fee online and submit the form.

• Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should complete registration before 21st September 2026 to avoid paying the late fee applicable during the extended window (till 30th September 2026).

GATE 2027 Application Rectification Window

After registration closes, GATE 2027 will offer a rectification/correction window from 14th to 21st October 2026. During this period, candidates can typically edit specific details such as photograph, signature, or category information on their submitted application. Candidates should use this window carefully, as certain fields like exam paper or exam city may not be editable once finalised.

GATE 2027 City Allotment and Admit Card

• The exam city allotment notification is scheduled for 4th January 2027, informing candidates of their allotted test centre city.

• The admit card download date has not yet been announced. Based on past GATE cycles, hall tickets are typically released a few weeks before the exam. Candidates should regularly check GOAPS for the confirmed schedule.

GATE 2027 Exam Dates

GATE 2027 will be conducted over three weekends, Check GATE 2027 Exam Dates blow:

• 6th and 7th February 2027 (Saturday, Sunday)

• 13th and 14th February 2027 (Saturday, Sunday)

• 20th and 21st February 2027 (Saturday, Sunday)

Candidates should note their specific paper's date and shift once the admit card is released, as different papers are held on different days and shifts.

Documents Required for GATE 2027 Registration

Before filling out the application form, candidates should keep the following ready:

• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Valid photo ID
• Degree certificate or qualifying certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Valid email ID and mobile number

Keeping the documents ready will make the registration process smoother.

GATE 2027 Result Date

The GATE 2027 result is scheduled to be announced on 19th March 2027 (Friday). Candidates will be able to check their scorecards on the GOAPS portal using their enrolment ID and password once results are declared.