Big relief for engineering aspirants! The Indian Institute of technology (IIT) Guwahati, the organizing institute for GATE 2026, has extended the application deadline. Candidates can now apply without a late fee till october 6, 2025, and with a late fee till October 9, 2025. This extension provides extra time for thousands of students preparing for the country’s most competitive postgraduate entrance exam.
📝 1. What Is GATE?
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is a national-level exam that tests knowledge in engineering, technology, architecture, and science subjects. It is a gateway for:
· Postgraduate admissions (M.Tech, MS, PhD) in IITs, NITs, and top institutes.
· PSU recruitments in companies like ONGC, IOCL, NTPC, and BHEL.
📅 2. Revised Deadlines You Must Know
· Without Late Fee: october 6, 2025
· With Late Fee: october 9, 2025
· Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Candidates must not miss these dates to avoid last-minute rush.
🎓 3. Who Can Apply?
· students who have completed or are in the final year of UG programs in Engineering, technology, Science, Architecture, or Humanities.
· There is no age limit for appearing in GATE, making it flexible for working professionals as well.
💻 4. How to Apply Online
1. Visit the official portal: gate2026.iitg.ac.in
2. Register with your email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in academic and personal details.
4. Upload documents (photograph, signature, certificates).
5. Pay the application fee and submit.
💰 5. application Fee Details
· General/OBC Candidates: ₹1,800 (without late fee), ₹2,300 (with late fee)
· Female/SC/ST/PwD Candidates: ₹900 (without late fee), ₹1,400 (with late fee)
6. Why GATE 2026 Matters
· Opens doors to IITs, IISc, NITs for higher education.
· Provides eligibility for lucrative PSU jobs.
· Valid score card useful for scholarships and fellowships.
Bottom line: With the GATE 2026 deadline now extended to october 6 (without late fee), aspirants have extra time to complete their registration. Don’t delay—apply today and secure your chance at India’s top academic and career opportunities.
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