GATE Exam 2026 Dates rojgar sarkari result : The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 schedule is now official. IIT Guwahati, the organising institute for this edition, has confirmed that the exam will take place on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. This highly competitive national-level test will be held in computer-based mode at centres across India.
What is GATE?
GATE is one of the most sought-after entrance exams in India for engineering and science graduates. It opens doors to postgraduate admissions (M.Tech, ME, direct PhD) and also serves as a gateway to lucrative job opportunities in public sector undertakings (PSUs).
For 2026, IIT Guwahati has set up the official exam portal — https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in — where candidates can find all essential details including registration timelines and the official exam pattern.
Important Dates for GATE 2026
Event | Date |
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Registration Begins | August 25, 2025 |
Registration Closes (No Late Fee) | September 25, 2025 |
Registration Closes (With Late Fee) | October 6, 2025 |
Admit Card Release | About 1 week before the exam |
GATE 2026 Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026 |
GATE 2026: Key Highlights
Exam Mode: Online, computer-based test (CBT)
Language: English
Total Papers: 30 options available
Paper Selection: Candidates may opt for one or two papers (from approved combinations)
Question Formats:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Multiple Select Questions (MSQs)
Numerical Answer Type (NATs)
GATE 2026 Exam Pattern Overview
Component | Details |
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Duration | 3 hours |
Total Questions | 65 |
Total Marks | 100 |
Sections | General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics (for most papers), Subject-specific |
Marking Scheme | 1 or 2 marks per question |
Negative Marking | MCQs only: -1/3 for 1-mark Qs, -2/3 for 2-mark Qs |
No Negative Marking | For MSQs & NATs |
Mark Distribution:
General Pattern: General Aptitude – 15 marks, Engineering Mathematics – 13 marks, Subject Questions – 72 marks
Special Papers (AR, CY, DA, EY, GG, MA, PH, ST, XL, XH): General Aptitude – 15 marks, Subject Questions – 85 marks
Tips to Ace GATE 2026
Know the Syllabus: Focus on core topics and past question trends.
Practice Consistently: Use mock tests and previous papers for real-time exam experience.
Revise Smartly: Create short notes for last-minute preparation.
Time Management: Build speed without compromising accuracy.
With the GATE 2026 dates now set for mid-February, aspirants should begin strategic preparation immediately. Early planning can make all the difference in securing a high score.
For all updates, detailed exam guidelines, and registration, visit: https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in.