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GATE Exam 2026 Dates Revealed: IIT Guwahati to Conduct Exam in February 2026

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By Haritha nagaEditor
Published On: August 6, 2025
GATE Exam 2026 Dates Revealed: IIT Guwahati to Conduct Exam in February 2026

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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

EventDate
Registration BeginsAugust 25, 2025
Registration Closes (No Late Fee)September 25, 2025
Registration Closes (With Late Fee)October 6, 2025
Admit Card ReleaseAbout 1 week before the exam
GATE 2026 Exam DatesFebruary 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

ComponentDetails
Duration3 hours
Total Questions65
Total Marks100
SectionsGeneral Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics (for most papers), Subject-specific
Marking Scheme1 or 2 marks per question
Negative MarkingMCQs only: -1/3 for 1-mark Qs, -2/3 for 2-mark Qs
No Negative MarkingFor 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.

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