As of October 10, candidates have 48 hours to finish GATE 2027 registration. The extended window with late fee closes on Monday, October 12, 2026. The application rectification window opens Wednesday, October 14, and closes Wednesday, October 21. Submit now; rely on rectification only for officially permitted fields and document fixes.
Before paying, double‑check your primary paper, any two‑paper combination, and six exam cities from one zone. Keep your verified photo ID details consistent with the application. Prepare a compliant photograph and signature in advance to avoid last‑minute rejections or image errors in the final PDF.

Complete registration on the portal, confirm personal details fetched via DigiLocker, and choose test paper(s) carefully. Upload a clear, correctly cropped photo and signature per format, resolution, and file‑size rules. Pay early to avoid UPI or card glitches. Save the application PDF and payment receipt immediately.
From October 14, you can request changes to examination paper, examination city, and category with an additional fee. Name spelling fixes may be allowed with supporting documents. Photo or signature marked defective can be reuploaded when your zone asks for rectification. Date of birth changes are not permitted during application.
Use a valid Indian photo ID such as Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving Licence, and carry the same original on exam day. SC or ST candidates, and persons with benchmark disability, must upload relevant certificates for fee concession. EWS documents are not uploaded for application processing.
City allotment is scheduled for Monday, January 4, 2027. Admit card download is currently listed as to be announced; monitor notifications. Examinations are slated on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027. Results are planned for Friday, March 19, 2027. Carry the exact ID used during application.
Finish your form today, then use rectification wisely from October 14. Prioritise correct paper selection, compliant photo and signature, and six cities within one zone. Pay early, save receipts, and track updates for admit cards. These steps reduce avoidable errors and protect your attempt in the high‑stakes February sessions.