Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026

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Important Dates

  • Application Begin : 28/08/2025
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 28/09/2025 upto 11:59 PM
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 09/10/2025
  • Exam Date : 07,08,14,15 February 2026
  • Admit Card Available : 02/01/2026
  • Result Announced : 09/03/2026

Application Fee

  • PHASE 1
  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹2000/-
  • SC / ST / PH / ALL Female : ₹1000/-
  • PHASE 2 (EXTENDED PERIOD)
  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹2500/-
  • SC / ST / PH / ALL Female : ₹1500/-
  • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Total Seats – Not Applicable (Qualifying Exam)
Course Name Total Seats Eligibility/Details
GATE 2026 (for M.Tech / PhD Admissions) Varies by Institute
  • Candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science final year students.
  • Minimum qualifying marks in bachelor’s degree as per institute requirements.
  • No age limit; valid GATE score required for admissions to IITs, NITs, etc.

Course Details & Fee Structure

  • Program Types: M.Tech, M.S., Ph.D. in Engineering, Technology, Sciences (Duration: 2 years for M.Tech, varies for others)
  • Fee Structure: Varies by IIT/institute; e.g., IIT tuition fee approx. ₹20,000-50,000 per semester + hostel/mess charges ₹20,000-30,000
  • Scholarships: Available for GATE qualified candidates (₹12,400/month stipend for M.Tech)
  • Admission Process: GATE Exam → Score-based application → Counseling/Interview/Seat Allotment via COAP/CCMT

Exam Pattern & Competition Analysis

  • Exam Type: Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Total Questions: 65 Questions for 100 Marks
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 for 1-mark MCQs, 2/3 for 2-mark MCQs; No negative for MSQ/NAT
  • Competition Ratio: Approximately 1:10 (High competition)
  • Preparation Time: 6-12 months recommended for comprehensive preparation

Exam Centers

  • Across India: Multiple cities in all states; candidates can choose up to 3 preferred centers
  • Center Allocation: Based on preference and availability; no changes allowed after submission
  • International centers available in select countries
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