GATE 2026 Answer Key Out at gate2026.iitg.ac.in: Download Response Sheet & Calculate Scores Now

IIT Guwahati has officially released the GATE 2026 answer key and candidate response sheet today, February 22, 2026. Aspirants who appeared for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering can now access the GATE 2026 provisional answer key and their individual recorded responses to estimate their All India Rank (AIR) before the final results.

The GATE 2026 direct link for the answer key and master question paper is now live on the official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

Also Read: How to Calculate GATE 2026 Marks? Step-by-Step Marking Scheme for MCQ, MSQ, and NAT Questions

Quick Facts: GATE 2026 Answer Key & Result

 How to Download GATE 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet?

Candidates can follow these steps to download the GATE 2026 answer key PDF and check their responses via the GATE 2026 GOAPS login:

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the official website at gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

2. Login to GOAPS: Click on the "Candidate Login" or "GOAPS Portal" button.

3. Enter Credentials: Provide your registered Enrolment ID / Email Address and Password.

4. Access Documents: Look for the links titled "View Response" to see your recorded answers and "Answer Key" for the provisional key.

5. Download PDF: Save the GATE 2026 response sheet and master question paper for score calculation.

Direct Link: Click Here for GATE 2026 GOAPS Login

GATE 2026 Objection Window & Challenge Fee

IIT Guwahati has provided a window for candidates to challenge the provisional answer key. If you find a discrepancy in the official solutions, you can raise an objection through the GATE 2026 objection window.

• Challenge Fee: Candidates must pay a non-refundable fee of ₹500 per question challenged (for Indian candidates).

• Documentation: You must upload a clear PDF justification for your objection.

• Final Answer Key: If the challenge is accepted, the fee will be refunded, and a GATE 2026 final answer key will be released in March.

GATE 2026 Marking Scheme: How to Calculate Your Score

To calculate your probable score using the GATE 2026 response sheet, apply the following marking rules:

• MCQs (Multiple Choice):

• 1-mark questions: +1 for correct; -1/3 for wrong.

• 2-mark questions: +2 for correct; -2/3 for wrong.

• MSQs & NATs (Multiple Select & Numerical Type):

• No Negative Marking for incorrect answers.

What’s Next? GATE 2026 Result and PSU Recruitment

The GATE 2026 result is scheduled for announcement on March 19, 2026. Following the results, qualified candidates can use their scores for:

• Direct Recruitment in top PSUs like ONGC, NTPC, and IOCL.

• M.Tech/PhD Admissions in IITs, NITs, and IISc Bangalore through COAP and CCMT counseling.

What is the fee to challenge the GATE 2026 provisional answer key?

Ans: If you find a discrepancy in the GATE 2026 provisional answer key, you can raise an objection during the challenge window. The GATE 2026 challenge fee is ₹500 per question for Indian candidates and US $10 for international candidates. If your objection is found valid by the experts, the fee will be refunded.

What is the difference between GATE marks and GATE score?

GATE Marks are your actual raw marks obtained out of 100 based on the marking scheme. The GATE Score is a normalized value out of 1000, calculated using a formula that accounts for the difficulty level of different exam sessions.