Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an examination conducted jointly by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore and the seven Indian Institutes of Technology's (at Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras and Roorkee) on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India. GATE 2027 is being organized by IIT Madras.
GATE 2027 Brochure Status
The GATE 2027 Information Brochure covers eligibility, papers (including RA), two-paper combinations, fees, DigiLocker requirements, and exam guidelines. GOAPS registration opens on 14 August 2026.
GATE Qualification Requirements
Qualifying in GATE is a mandatory requirement for seeking admission and/or financial assistance to:
- Master's programs and direct Doctoral programs in Engineering/Technology/Architecture
- Doctoral programs in relevant branches of Science, in the institutions supported by the MHRD and other Government agencies
Even in some colleges and institutions, which admit students without MHRD scholarship/assistantship, the GATE qualification is mandatory. Further, many Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) have been using the GATE score in their recruitment process.
GATE 2027 Information Brochure Sections
The GATE information brochure is typically divided into three main parts:
- Pre-Examination: Covers details of Eligibility, Application Submission, Examination Centres, etc.
- Examination: Covers Pattern, Marks/Score, etc.
- Post-Examination: Covers details of Answers, Contests, Results, Scorecard, etc.
What to Expect in the GATE 2027 Brochure
The official brochure covers confirmed dates, eligibility, the list of 30 test papers (including RA), two-paper combinations, fee structure, DigiLocker requirements, and examination guidelines. Also see our GATE 2027 complete guide and GATE 2027 poster for official dates and preparation resources.