Introduction
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras is organizing GATE 2027 and has started the online registration process on the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) portal. Students who want to pursue M.Tech, M.E., or PhD programs at IITs, NITs, IISc, or seek PSU jobs through GATE scores can apply at the official website gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
GATE 2027 Registration - Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|
| Conducting Body | IIT Madras |
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 |
| Notification Released | 20 July 2026 |
| Registration Mode | Online, through GOAPS portal only |
| Official Website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Papers | 30 papers, including the newly introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) paper |
GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2027 notification released | 20 July 2026 |
| GOAPS registration starts | 27 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply (without late fee) | 27 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply (with late fee) | 5 October 2026 |
| Exam city allotment notification | 4 January 2027 |
| GATE 2027 exam dates | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027 (three consecutive weekends) |
GATE 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (per paper) |
|---|
| Female candidates | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD candidates | ₹1,000 |
| All other candidates (General/OBC/EWS), including foreign nationals | ₹2,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When did GATE 2027 registration start?
A: Registration was initially planned for 14 August 2026 but was postponed. It officially began on 27 August 2026. - Q: What is the last date to apply for GATE 2027?
A: You can apply without a late fee until 27 September 2026. Applications with a late fee are accepted until 5 October 2026. - Q: When will the GATE 2027 exam be held?
A: The exam will take place over three weekends: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 February 2027. - Q: Is DigiLocker verification required for registration?
A: Yes, all Indian nationals must complete DigiLocker verification to register for GATE 2027. - Q: What is the application fee for GATE 2027?
A: Female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates pay ₹1,000 per paper. All other candidates, including foreign nationals, pay ₹2,000 per paper.
