PW GATE REAL Test 2026 Offers Real CBT Exam Experience
PW’s GATE REAL Test 2026 is a pan-India computer-based exam that mirrors the actual GATE environment, helping aspirants experience real CBT conditions, national ranking, and exam-day pressure before the main test.
Varnika Srivastava24 Dec, 2025
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As the GATE 2026 exam approaches, the difference between an average score and a top rank often comes down to one thing: Exam Temperament. You can master the syllabus, but can you master the 3-hour window in a real-world test environment?
To ensure you are battle-ready, Physics Wallah presents the GATE REAL Test 2026- a pan-India, Computer-Based Test (CBT) designed to simulate the actual GATE experience across 200+ cities.
The REAL Experience: What to Expect?
This isn't just another mock test. The REAL Test (held on 11th January 2026) is a full-scale simulation across major engineering branches:
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Computer Science & IT (CS)
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Data Science & AI (DA)
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Mechanical Engineering (ME)
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Electronics & Communication (EC)
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Electrical Engineering (EE)
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Civil Engineering (CE)
Why You Can't Miss This:
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True-to-Life Pattern: The exam pattern and syllabus are strictly aligned with the GATE 2026 standards.
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Pan-India Ranking: Test your preparation against thousands of aspirants nationwide.
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Real CBT Environment: Get comfortable with the virtual calculator, navigation, and time management at a physical exam center.
Aim High: Rewards for Top Performers
We believe excellence should be celebrated. For every branch, the top 10 performers will receive exclusive rewards:
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1st Rank: ₹5,000 Cash Prize
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2nd Rank: ₹2,500 Cash Prize
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3rd Rank: ₹1,500 Cash Prize
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4th to 10th Rank: Access to the Super 1500 Batch & exclusive entry into the Rankers Club.
The Roadmap: Important Dates & Registration
The window for the REAL Test is short. Ensure you mark your calendars for these critical milestones:
| The Roadmap: Important Dates & Registration | |
| Event | Date / Timeline |
| Registration Period | 24th Dec 2025 – 1st Jan 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 8th January 2026 |
| Test Date | 11th January 2026 (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM) |
| Result Announcement | 14th January 2026 |
| Exam Price | INR 199/- (For all students) |
How to Register:
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Go to gate2026realtest.pw.live.
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Complete your registration and payment of ₹199.
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Check your Email: Login credentials will be sent from noreply@realtest.pw.live. (Pro-tip: Check your spam folder if it's not in the inbox!)
GATE REAL Test 2026: City List
To know more about your city centre, access this PDF, you also know PAN Indian centres from this PDF.
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