GATE 2027 Application Form LIVE: Registration begins tomorrow; check dates, eligibility, fees and exam pattern

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, GATE 2027 registration process will begin tomorrow, August 27, with the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) going live on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) will conduct GATE 2027 from February 6.

The registration was originally scheduled to begin on August 14 but was rescheduled by IIT Madras. Candidates will now be able to apply online until September 27 (without late fee), while they will be able to submit applications with a late fee until October 5. The application rectification window will be open from October 14 to October 21.

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GATE 2027 important dates

IIT Madras has clarified that the GATE dates are subject to change.

Admit cards for GATE are usually released a week before the commencement of exam.

GATE 2027 changes introduced

GATE 2027 brings several changes for candidates, including the introduction of a new Robotics and Automation (RA) test paper. The GATE 2027 website has also notified revisions to the syllabi, Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) paper, and sectional paper codes under XE, XH and XL. Another important change is that registration through DigiLocker is mandatory for all Indian nationals.

IIT Madras has advised candidates to create or update their verified DigiLocker accounts before beginning the application process.

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Documents required for GATE 2027

Candidates should keep the required documents ready before beginning registration process.

• Good-quality passport size photograph
• Candidate's signature
• Scanned copy of a valid photo identity document
• SC/ST certificate (if applicable)
• UDID or PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Dyslexic certificate (if applicable)

A live photograph may also be captured during registration. Candidates should follow the specified dimensions, resolution, and file-size requirements carefully before uploading documents. Check GATE 2027 age limit, eligibility, and other details here.