Last updated: September 28, 2026 at 12:30 PM IST. IIT Madras has extended the GATE 2027 registration window. Candidates can now apply with a late fee until October 5, 2026. The regular deadline of September 27, 2026 has passed.
GATE 2027 registration is now open with a late fee until October 5, 2026. The exam is run by IIT Madras through the GOAPS portal at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The regular no-late-fee deadline was September 27, 2026.
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The deadline: Apply with a late fee by October 5, 2026 on GOAPS.
The cost: Rs 1,000 per paper for female, SC, ST and PwD candidates; Rs 2,000 per paper for others, plus the late fee.
What to do: Link a verified DigiLocker account, then submit at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
What changed: The window was extended from September 27, the regular deadline.
What are the new GATE 2027 dates?
The regular window closed on September 27, 2026. The late-fee window is open until October 5, 2026. IIT Madras runs GATE 2027 for the National Coordination Board.
| What | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Registration opened | August 27, 2026 | Done |
| Regular deadline | September 27, 2026 | Closed |
| Late-fee deadline | October 5, 2026 | Open |
| Correction window | October 14 to 21, 2026 | Awaited |
| Exam days | Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 2027 | Awaited |
The one date that matters now is October 5. After it, the portal locks. Nobody sends a reminder.
Why was GATE 2027 registration extended?
An extension is not a free pass. It usually means fewer people have registered so far. It can also push the result date back.
GOAPS is the Graduate Aptitude Test Online Application Processing System. It is the only portal for GATE 2027.
What is the DigiLocker rule for GATE 2027?
DigiLocker verification is now mandatory for all Indian nationals. Your name and date of birth must match across DigiLocker, your photo ID and the form. A mismatch is the most common cause of rejection this year.
Check the match before you pay the late fee. Fixing it after payment is slow.
Late fee kitna hai, aur kya yeh worth hai?
The base fee is Rs 1,000 per paper for female, SC, ST and PwD candidates. It is Rs 2,000 per paper for everyone else. The late fee is added on top of this. If GATE 2027 is your plan for a M.Tech seat, the late fee is small next to a lost year.
How to apply for GATE 2027 now?
Open gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Log in with your GOAPS enrolment ID and password. Link a verified DigiLocker account. Fill the form, upload your photo and signature, pay the fee with the late charge, and submit before October 5, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for GATE 2027?
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The last date to apply for GATE 2027 is October 5, 2026, with a late fee. The regular deadline without a late fee was September 27, 2026. Apply on GOAPS at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
Is DigiLocker mandatory for GATE 2027 registration?
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Yes, DigiLocker verification is mandatory for all Indian nationals for GATE 2027. Your name and date of birth must match across DigiLocker, your photo ID and the application form to avoid rejection.
When is the GATE 2027 exam?
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The GATE 2027 exam will be held on six days in February 2027: the 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st. IIT Madras conducts the exam through the GOAPS portal.
Last updated: September 28, 2026 at 12:30 PM IST
Last verified: September 28, 2026
Disclaimer: Dates, fees and eligibility can change without notice. Check with IIT Madras at gate2027.iitm.ac.in before you act.
