IIT GATE 2027 Online Form: Apply Before 12 October 2026
IIT GATE 2027 : Short Details
| Notification No. | Not Stated In Notification |
| Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) GATE, GATE 2027 Organising Institute |
| Post Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027) |
| Total Vacancy | Notify Later |
| Admission Through | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027) |
| Official Website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in (GATE 2027) |
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) GATE has released the notification for admission through the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2027). The application form has started on 27 August 2026. The last date to apply without late fee is 05 October 2026, and candidates can apply with a late fee up to 12 October 2026. The examination will be held on 06, 07, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Apply Last Date Without Late Fee | 05 October 2026 |
| Apply Last Date With Late Fee (Extended) | 12 October 2026 |
| Application Rectification Window | 14 – 21 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 06, 07, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027 |
| Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Result Declared | 19 March 2027 |
Application Fee
| Phase I (up to 05 October 2026) | Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 2000/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 1000/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹ 1000/- |
| Phase II (Extended Period, with late fee) | Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 2500/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 1500/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹ 1500/- |
Age Limit
| Age Limit | There is no upper age limit for appearing in the GATE 2027 examination |
Educational Qualification
Candidates who are appearing for the GATE 2027 must be pursuing or have completed a qualifying degree such as B.E. / B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan, B.Sc. (Engineering / Science / Agriculture / Technology), M.Sc., M.Tech., M.Arch., M.Plan, M.E., M.Ed., MBA, MCA or any other qualifying degree as specified by the GATE 2027 authorities.
The year of qualifying degree and the category-wise conditions are given in the official GATE 2027 information brochure.
Candidates who are appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree are also eligible.
Please read the official GATE 2027 Information Brochure for the complete eligibility, subject codes, marks required for each category and the validity of the score.
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official GATE 2027 portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in
- Read the official Information Brochure carefully before filling the form
- Register on the portal as a new user and log in
- Fill in the application form, choose your subject codes and upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online — the fee is higher if you apply in the extended period
- Submit the form before 05 October 2026 to avoid the late fee, or before 12 October 2026 with the late fee
- The application rectification window runs from 14 to 21 October 2026
Important Links
| Apply Online (GATE 2027) | Click Here |
| Important Dates (GATE 2027) | Click Here |
| Photograph and Signature Instructions | Click Here |
| Information Brochure (PDF) | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for GATE 2027 without late fee?
The last date to apply without late fee is 05 October 2026. With a late fee, the extended last date is 12 October 2026.
When will the GATE 2027 exam be held?
The GATE 2027 examination will be conducted on 06, 07, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027.
What is the application fee for GATE 2027?
In Phase I: ₹2000/- for General, OBC and EWS, and ₹1000/- for SC, ST, PH and all female candidates. In the extended Phase II period: ₹2500/- and ₹1500/- respectively.
Is there any age limit for GATE 2027?
There is no upper age limit for appearing in the GATE examination.
When will the GATE 2027 result be declared?
The result will be declared on 19 March 2027.
What is the application rectification window?
You can rectify the application between 14 and 21 October 2026.
How many times can I appear for GATE?
The number of attempts allowed for GATE is subject to the rules given in the official Information Brochure. Please check the brochure for the current condition.
Important Notes
- The late fee is significantly higher, so apply before 05 October 2026 if possible.
- The application rectification window (14 to 21 October 2026) is your only chance to correct errors in the form.
- GATE scores are used for admission to postgraduate programmes in IITs, IISc and other centrally funded institutions, so check the counselling schedule of the institute you are targeting.
- The year of qualifying degree matters for eligibility. Read the Information Brochure before applying.