GATE 2027 is a national-level Computer Based Test (CBT) for 30 test papers, organized by IIT Madras on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB), Ministry of Education. Candidates may appear in one or two papers. The GATE score is valid for THREE years from the date of result announcement.
GATE 2027 Official National Poster
Official poster released by IIT Madras with eligibility, important dates, fees, and what's new for GATE 2027.
What's New in GATE 2027
- Syllabi for GATE 2027 test papers have been revised
- New test paper: Robotics & Automation (RA)
- Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) is now a sectional paper under Engineering Sciences (XE9), not a standalone paper
- Sectional paper codes for XE, XH, and XL have changed (e.g. XE0–XE9, XH0–XH6, XL0–XL5)
- DigiLocker registration is mandatory for all Indian nationals
- No international centres for GATE 2027
Who Can Apply?
- Candidates in the 3rd or higher year of any undergraduate degree programme
- Candidates who have completed any government-approved degree in Engineering, Technology, Science, Architecture, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities
- No age limit
Application Fee (per paper)
- Female / SC / ST / PwD: ₹1,000 (regular) · ₹1,500 (extended)
- Other candidates: ₹2,000 (regular) · ₹2,500 (extended)
- Two papers = exactly double the single-paper fee
Key Dates (from official poster)
- Registration: 14 Aug – 21 Sep 2026 (extended till 30 Sep 2026 with late fee)
- Examinations: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 February 2027
- Results: 19 March 2027
Dates are liable to change. Full schedule: GATE 2027 Important Dates
Disclaimer: Qualifying GATE does not guarantee admission, scholarship, or a PSU job. Admission depends on each institute's criteria.
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