
GATE 2027 Registration: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras will close the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 registration window with a late fee on October 12, 2026. Eligible candidates who have not submitted their applications can complete the process through the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in, before the deadline.
The regular registration window without a late fee closed on October 5, 2026. Candidates applying during the extended period must pay the applicable late fee based on their category and the number of test papers selected. The application process includes online registration, document submission, verification, and fee payment.
Candidates must complete the application before the deadline, as the upcoming correction window is intended for applicants who have already submitted their forms. IIT Madras has scheduled the GATE 2027 application rectification window from October 14 to October 21, 2026.
Candidates can check the GATE 2027 registration details for further information about the application process, eligibility, and important deadlines.
GATE is a national-level examination used for admission to postgraduate programmes and certain recruitment opportunities. IIT Madras is organising the GATE 2027 examination.
| Particulars | Details |
| Examination | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 |
| Organising institute | IIT Madras |
| Application mode | Online |
| Registration portal | GOAPS |
| Registration start date | September 2, 2026 |
| Last date without late fee | October 5, 2026 |
| Last date with late fee | October 12, 2026 |
| Application correction window | October 14–21, 2026 |
| GATE 2027 exam dates | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
| Result date | March 19, 2027 |
| Official website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
Candidates can also check the GATE 2027 important dates article for the complete examination schedule, including the exam dates, city allotment notification, and result announcement.
The GATE 2027 application process is conducted online through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS). Candidates who have not yet applied can access the official website and proceed to the application portal.
Direct link: GATE 2027 Official Website
Candidates should complete the application and payment process before the extended deadline. They should also check the information entered in the form and ensure that the required documents meet the prescribed specifications.
For details about the application portal and login process, candidates can read the GATE 2027 Login Portal guide.
Candidates who have not completed their applications can follow the steps below to apply for GATE 2027 with the applicable late fee.
Visit the official GATE 2027 website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
Open the GOAPS application portal using the registration link.
Complete the required registration and identity verification process. Indian nationals must follow the prescribed DigiLocker-based registration procedure.
Log in to the application portal using the generated credentials.
Enter the required personal, academic, and communication details.
Select the preferred GATE test paper or an approved combination of two papers.
Upload the required photograph, signature, identity documents, and certificates, wherever applicable.
Complete the prescribed facial verification process and other required formalities.
Pay the application fee, including the late fee applicable to the selected category and number of papers.
Review the application carefully and submit the form.
Download or save the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
Candidates should use their own valid contact details and follow the instructions displayed on the official portal. They should also verify that the payment has been processed successfully and that the application status reflects the submission.
For a detailed explanation of the application process and document requirements, refer to the GATE 2027 application form guide.
The application fee for GATE 2027 varies according to the candidate's category and the number of test papers selected. Candidates submitting applications during the extended registration period must pay the higher fee applicable to late registration.
The category-wise fee structure is provided below.
| Candidate category | One paper: regular fee | Two papers: regular fee | One paper: extended fee | Two papers: extended fee |
| Female, SC, ST and PwD candidates | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| All other candidates, including foreign nationals | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,000 |
Note: The amounts above are for the applicable registration periods. Candidates should verify the final payable amount and approved paper combinations on the official GATE 2027 portal before making payment.
The fee is payable online through the payment options available on the application portal. Candidates choosing two test papers should check the applicable fee for both papers before completing the transaction.
Aspirants can also review the GATE 2027 two-paper combination list to confirm which test paper combinations are permitted.
Candidates who have submitted their applications can use the rectification window scheduled from October 14 to October 21, 2026, to make permitted changes or correct defects identified during application scrutiny.
The correction facility is not intended for candidates who have missed the registration deadline. Applicants must submit their forms within the prescribed registration period to be considered for the examination.
| Event | Date |
| Application rectification begins | October 14, 2026 |
| Last date for application rectification | October 21, 2026 |
Candidates should regularly check the GOAPS portal for updates about their application status. If the examination authorities identify defects in the uploaded photograph, signature, certificates, or other details, candidates should follow the instructions provided and correct the issues within the specified period.
For a complete explanation of the correction process, eligible changes, and important instructions, candidates can read the GATE 2027 application correction window guide.
Candidates who have successfully submitted their GATE 2027 applications can use the rectification facility for changes permitted by the examination authority.
The process may involve correcting specific personal details, uploaded documents, category information, or other fields where changes are allowed under the official guidelines. Additional fees may apply to certain modifications.
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
Check the application status regularly through GOAPS.
Review any communication received from the examination authority.
Correct flagged defects within the specified period.
Follow the official instructions for each permitted modification.
Check the updated application status after making corrections.
Candidates should not assume that every field can be edited. The availability of changes depends on the official rules for GATE 2027 and the candidate's application status.
After registration and application rectification, candidates should focus on the examination schedule and preparation. GATE 2027 will be conducted over three weekends in February 2027.
| Event | Date |
| Examination city allotment notification | January 4, 2027 |
| GATE 2027 examinations | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
| GATE 2027 result announcement | March 19, 2027 |
The admit card release date has not yet been announced in the published schedule. Candidates should check the official website regularly for updates.
Candidates should also review the GATE 2027 revised syllabus and the GATE 2027 eligibility criteria and examination details while preparing for the examination.
