GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) 2027 is being organized by IIT Madras. The exam is for admission to postgraduate/doctoral programs and is also used by some PSUs for recruitment.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 📝 Registration Starts | 2 September 2026 |
| 🔴 Regular Registration Last Date | 27 September 2026 |
| ⏰ Registration with Late Fee | 5 October 2026 |
| ✏️ Application Correction | 14–21 October 2026 |
| 📍 City Allotment | 4 January 2027 |
| 🎫 Admit Card | To be announced |
| 🧑💻 GATE Exam | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 February 2027 |
| 📊 Results | 19 March 2027 |
These are the official GATE 2027 dates, although the organizing institute notes that dates are subject to change.
⭐ Key Highlights
- 30 test papers
- New paper: Robotics & Automation (RA)
- 3-year validity of GATE score
- Candidates can choose one or two papers, subject to permitted combinations.
- 3rd-year students and above of eligible degree programs can apply.
- DigiLocker registration is mandatory for Indian nationals.
Simple line for a student-focused post:
👉 GATE 2027 registrations are open now — apply by September 27, 2026, and the exam will be conducted in February 2027.
