Opening Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released the GATE 2027 Information Brochure for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027. Online registration will be open from 14/08/2026 to 21/09/2026 (extended with late fee up to 30/09/2026). The GATE 2027 CBT exam will be held on 06/02/2027, 07/02/2027, 13/02/2027, 14/02/2027, 20/02/2027, 21/02/2027.
Post Details Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) |
| Post Name | GATE 2027 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) |
| Total Vacancies | 30 Test Papers |
| Qualification | 3rd year or higher of UG degree OR completed a government approved degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts/Humanities; also eligible: MBBS/BDS/BVSc and B.Sc. (Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry) (as per brochure) |
| Last Date | 21/09/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date (GOAPS Opens) | 14/08/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular) | 21/09/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended with Late Fee) | 30/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Change of Category / Paper / Exam City / Personal Details / Add New Test Paper (Fee may apply) | 21/10/2026 |
| Notification of Exam Cities to Candidates | 04/01/2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date (Week 1) | 06/02/2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date (Week 1) | 07/02/2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date (Week 2) | 13/02/2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date (Week 2) | 14/02/2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date (Week 3) | 20/02/2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date (Week 3) | 21/02/2027 |
| Result Date | 19/03/2027 |
Application Fee
Application Fee (Per Test Paper)
| Category | Regular Period Fee | Extended Period Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD (Benchmark Disability 40% and above) | ₹ 1,000 | ₹ 1,500 |
| All Other Candidates (including foreign nationals) | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,500 |
Payment Mode: Online only (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Wallet, Internet Banking, etc.).
Important Fee Notes:
- If applying for two test papers, the fee payable is twice the fee of a single paper.
- Application fee does not include service/processing/bank charges.
- Fee is not refundable except when a certain two-paper combination is removed (as per brochure).
Age Limit
- No age limit to appear for GATE 2027.
Eligibility / Qualification
Candidates must satisfy the educational eligibility as per the brochure. Key eligibility points:
- Candidate currently studying in the 3rd year or higher of any undergraduate degree program OR has already completed any UGC/AICTE approved degree program in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Science/Commerce/Arts/Humanities is eligible.
- Candidates currently studying in 5th/6th/7th semester or higher OR already completed M.B.B.S./B.D.S./B.V.Sc./B.Sc. (Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry) are also eligible.
- Candidates with Professional Society certifications (equivalent to B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch.) recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE are eligible (completed Section A or equivalent).
- Candidates pursuing/holding a higher degree than the listed minimum are also eligible.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Result / Score Declaration on GOAPS
- Scorecard Download (qualified candidates)
Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 3 Hours (PwD candidates with compensatory time may get additional time as per rules) |
| Total Test Papers | 30 |
| Sections | General Aptitude (GA) + Selected Subject Paper |
| Total Questions | 65 (10 GA + 55 Subject) |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Types | MCQ, MSQ, NAT |
Marking & Negative Marking
- Questions carry 1 mark or 2 marks.
- Negative marking only for MCQ:
- 1-mark MCQ: 1/3 mark deducted for wrong answer
- 2-mark MCQ: 2/3 mark deducted for wrong answer
- No negative marking for MSQ and NAT.
- No partial marking for any question.
Salary / Pay Scale
Not applicable (GATE is an examination; it is used for admissions/scholarship and also by some PSUs/organizations for recruitment as per their rules).