Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) conducts the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027) for admission to Master's programs (M.Tech/M.E/M.S/Ph.D) in IITs, IISc, NITs and for direct recruitment in Premier PSUs (ONGC, IOCL, NTPC, BHEL, GAIL, BARC, DRDO).
| Online Application Start Date | August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Apply (Regular) | September 2026 |
| Closing Date (with Late Fee) | October 2026 |
| GATE Examination Dates | February 2027 (Weekends) |
| Result Declaration Date | March 2027 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwD Candidates (Per Test Paper) | ₹900/- (Regular Period) |
| All Other Candidates (Gen / OBC / EWS) | ₹1,800/- (Regular Period) |
| Late Fee (During Extended Period) | ₹500/- Additional |
| Qualifying Degree | Eligibility Status | Score Card Validity |
|---|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech / B.Arch / B.Sc (Research) / M.Sc / MCA / Integrated M.Tech | Currently studying in 3rd or higher year of undergraduate program OR already completed degree. | Valid for 3 Years from Result Date |
| Link Description | Action / Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (GATE GOAPS Portal) | Click Here |
| GATE Official Website | gate.iit.ac.in |