GATE 2026 is a national-level entrance exam for admission into postgraduate programs in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, and Science. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before 28 September 2025. Stay updated with the latest government and educational opportunities on Careerbywell.
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The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is conducted jointly by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and seven Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) at Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, and Roorkee.
GATE 2026 will be conducted by IIT Guwahati in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across multiple centers in India and abroad. The exam will be held on 7, 8, 14, and 15 February 2026.
| Exam Name | Full Form | Mode of Exam | Score Validity | Application Start Date | Application End Date | Exam Date | Application Fee | Mode of Application | Official Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATE 2026 | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering | Online (CBT) | 3 Years | 28 August 2025 | 28 September 2025 | 7, 8, 14 & 15 February 2026 | Rs. 1000 – Rs. 2500 (category & phase-wise) | Online | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
GATE 2026 does not have fixed vacancies. Qualifying candidates are eligible for admission into M.Tech, M.E., and Ph.D. programs at IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other top institutions. GATE scores are also used by Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) for recruitment.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Candidate must be in the 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate program or have completed a degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities. Foreign degree holders must have completed a minimum 3-year Bachelor’s degree. Professional society exams recognized by MoE/AICTE/UGC/UPSC are also eligible. |
Selection is based on GATE 2026 scores. Admission into institutions or recruitment in PSUs depends on cut-off marks and additional selection rounds such as counselling or interviews.
Qualified candidates admitted into IITs/IISc are eligible for MHRD scholarships and assistantships. PSUs recruiting through GATE offer competitive salary packages ranging from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 60,000 per month for entry-level positions.
| Category | Regular Period (28 Aug – 28 Sep 2025) | Extended Period (29 Sep – 9 Oct 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1000 | Rs. 1500 |
| All Other Candidates (including foreign) | Rs. 2000 | Rs. 2500 |
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