The hardest part of GATE isn’t always the syllabus — sometimes it’s the form. IIT Madras opened GATE 2027 registration on 2 September 2026, and a single mismatch in your name, photo or paper selection can cost you time, money, or your seat. Here’s everything you need to register cleanly, the first time.
⏰ Key dates at a glance
GATE 2027 registration: quick overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | IIT Madras |
| Official website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
| Application mode | Online (GOAPS portal) |
| Registration started | September 2, 2026 |
| Last date (without late fee) | September 27, 2026 |
| Last date (with late fee) | October 5, 2026 |
| Correction window opens | October 14, 2026 |
| Exam dates | Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2027 |
| Admit card | January 2027 |
| Attempt limit | None |
Who can apply?
There’s no upper age limit and no cap on attempts — which surprises many first-timers. You’re eligible if:
- You’re in the 3rd year or beyond of any recognised UG program (Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities), or
- You’ve already completed a government-approved degree in any of the above.
Documents to keep ready
- Photograph — 3.5 × 4.5 cm, 200×260 to 530×690 px, taken after 1 Aug 2026, 60–70% face coverage.
- Signature — black/dark-blue ink, 250×80 to 580×180 px.
- Photo ID — Aadhaar (preferred), Passport, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving Licence.
- Category / PwD / Dyslexia certificate (PDF) — only if applicable.
💳 Application fee
| Category | Without late fee | With late fee |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| All others (incl. foreign nationals) | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
Applying for two papers roughly doubles the cost — the fee is charged per paper.
How to fill the form — step by step
Register on GOAPS
Create your account with name, email, mobile, country and a password. Verify the OTP (email or phone) and you’ll get a unique enrolment ID.
Fill the application
Personal & academic details, addresses, paper selection (can’t be changed later), three exam-city preferences (first two from the same zone), and photo-ID details.
Upload documents
Photograph, signature and any applicable certificates — in the exact size/format specified.
Preview, pay & submit
Check every field, pay online (UPI / card / net-banking / wallet), and submit. Registration is complete only once payment succeeds.
Choosing a second paper
You can sit for two papers in one session, but only in permitted combinations. For example, CS pairs with DA, EC, GE, MA, PH or ST; ME pairs with AE, DA, IN, NM, PI or XE. Check the official combination list for your primary subject before committing — an invalid pair gets flagged at form-filling.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use one email for multiple GATE forms?
No — each email ID works for only one GATE 2027 application.
Do OBC (non-creamy-layer) candidates upload a category certificate?
No. Certificate upload for the fee concession applies to SC/ST/PwD candidates (and all women, who also get the lower fee).
Is there an age limit?
No — GATE has no upper age limit.
Can I change my paper after submitting?
No. Paper selection locks on submission — choose carefully.
Preparing for GATE 2027?
We’re building a full GATE 2027 series on FirstVidya — syllabus, study plans, cutoffs and city-wise centres. Follow along and start strong.