Quick Facts
- GATE 2027 registration opened on GOAPS on August 27, 2026, organised by IIT Madras.
- Dates were revised from August 14; DigiLocker verification is now mandatory for Indian nationals.
- Apply without late fee by September 27, 2026; the exam runs across six days in February 2027.
In This Article
GATE 2027 registration opened on August 27, 2026, through the GOAPS portal, after IIT Madras revised the original start date of August 14.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 is the 45th edition of the exam. It is organised by IIT Madras on behalf of the National Coordination Board, Ministry of Education (MoE). Candidates can apply through the official GATE 2027 website before the deadline.
CampusFeed Take
The two-week delay is less important than the reason behind it. IIT Madras has rebuilt the front end of GATE 2027 registration around DigiLocker, and that changes where mistakes now happen. Rejection risk has shifted from the form itself to the identity layer, where a name mismatch between DigiLocker, your photo ID, and the application is the new silent killer. Students in their pre-final year should watch closest, since a clean DigiLocker profile now takes longer to fix than any single form field. Expect the correction window in mid-October to be busier than usual as candidates untangle Aadhaar name conflicts. By CampusFeed Desk.
GATE 2027 Key Dates
The GATE 2027 registration schedule was revised by IIT Madras before applications opened. The table below lists the confirmed dates, according to the official GATE 2027 notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration opens (GOAPS) | August 27, 2026 |
| Last date without late fee | September 27, 2026 |
| Last date with late fee | October 5, 2026 |
| Application correction window | October 14 to 21, 2026 |
| Exam city allotment | January 4, 2027 |
| Exam dates | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 2027 |
The most useful buffer here is the late-fee window. Even if you miss September 27, you still have until October 5, 2026 to apply, according to IIT Madras.
About GATE
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national exam that tests undergraduate-level subjects across engineering, science, and humanities. Started in 1983, it is conducted jointly by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the IITs on behalf of the MoE. GATE scores are used for postgraduate admissions and for recruitment by many Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
When does the GATE 2027 registration begin?
GATE 2027 registration began on August 27, 2026, on the GOAPS portal. IIT Madras rescheduled it from the original date of August 14, and the exam schedule stayed the same. This year adds a new Robotics and Automation (RA) paper, taking the total to 30 test papers, and revises the syllabus after five years. The GATE 2027 registration process also introduces mandatory DigiLocker verification and a live photo capture for Indian nationals, per the official GATE notification. You can confirm the current schedule on the GATE 2027 portal, since IIT Madras notes dates may change.
Documents required for GATE 2027
The documents required for GATE 2027 must match your identity records exactly to avoid rejection. IIT Madras fetches core details from DigiLocker, so accuracy there matters most.
Keep the following ready before you start the application, as listed by IIT Madras:
- A verified DigiLocker account with correct name, date of birth, mobile number, and email.
- A recent passport-size photograph, 3.5 cm by 4.5 cm, white background, in JPEG format.
- A properly scanned signature in JPEG format.
- A valid photo ID, such as Aadhaar or PAN card.
- SC, ST, PwD, or Dyslexia certificates, only if you are claiming a fee concession.
The most common reason for a defective application is a name or date-of-birth mismatch between DigiLocker, your photo ID, and the form. Do not add titles like Mr or Dr before your name.
What This Means For You
If you are a student
Fix your DigiLocker account first, before you touch the form. Check that your name and date of birth match your Aadhaar and photo ID exactly. Keep your photo and signature ready in JPEG at the correct size. Apply well before September 27, 2026 to avoid the late fee and last-day server load. You can start on the GOAPS portal.
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If you are a parent
The main risk this year is not the fee, it is a rejected form from mismatched documents. Help your child cross-check that the DigiLocker name matches their Aadhaar and marksheets. A single mismatch can cost the whole application. Encourage them to apply early, keep the payment receipt safe, and save a copy of the submitted form for later stages.
If you are a school principal or teacher
Final-year and eligible students in your institution will need DigiLocker help this cycle. Consider a short guidance session on verifying DigiLocker details and preparing photo and signature files. Point students to the official GATE 2027 brochure for eligibility by degree, since paper choices and combinations have been updated for this year.
What Is Next
Registration is live, so the clock is now on the deadlines. Track these key dates:
- September 27, 2026: last date to apply without late fee.
- October 5, 2026: last date to apply with late fee.
- October 14 to 21, 2026: application correction window.
Have you checked whether your DigiLocker name matches your photo ID yet?
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: August 31, 2026 at 14:30 IST
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and is based on publicly available information at the time of publishing. Exam dates, cutoffs, fees, deadlines, eligibility criteria, and scholarship details can change without notice. Always verify the latest information from the official portal of IIT Madras and the National Coordination Board, GATE, before taking any action. CampusFeed and its authors are not responsible for decisions made based on this article. This is not legal, financial, or career advice. Please consult a qualified professional for individual guidance.
Written by CampusFeed Desk. Published: August 31, 2026. Updated: August 31, 2026. Have a tip or correction? Write to us at editorial@campusfeed.in.
