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GATE 2027

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering — conducted by IISc and IITs.

Overview

Conducting body
IISc and IITs
Level
National
Mode
Online (CBT)
Frequency
1× per year
Application fee (General)
₹1,800
Application fee (Reserved)
₹900
Colleges accepting
8
Exam year
2027

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is conducted by IISc and IITs for admission to engineering programmes across India.

This page collects the exam pattern, eligibility, important dates, syllabus outline and counselling process in one place. Demonstration data — figures shown are illustrative samples for development and must be replaced with verified information before production use.

  • Registration begins09 Jan 2026
  • Last date to apply10 Mar 2026
  • Admit card release12 May 2026
  • Examination date13 May 2026
  • Result declaration15 Jun 2026
  • Counselling registration16 Jul 2026

Eligibility

Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination from a recognised board with the minimum aggregate prescribed in the official information bulletin.

  • Age limit as specified by the conducting body
  • Subject combination requirements for the target programme
  • Number of permitted attempts, where applicable

Exam pattern

The paper is delivered in the mode(s) listed above. Section-wise weightage, marking scheme and negative marking are published in the official bulletin each cycle.

Preparation tips

Build a weekly plan, attempt full-length mocks under timed conditions and maintain an error log for every mock you review.

Colleges accepting GATE

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FAQs

Who conducts GATE?+
GATE is conducted by IISc and IITs.
Is there negative marking in GATE?+
The marking scheme is published in the official information bulletin for each cycle. Check the exam pattern tab for the current scheme.
Can Admission Sathi help with GATE counselling?+
Yes. Book a free counselling session and our counsellors will help you with choice filling and document preparation.

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Free counselling covers choice filling, document verification and backup options.

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