The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, the organizing institute for GATE 2026, has officially extended the registration window with late fee for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. This extension offers a final opportunity for aspirants who missed the earlier deadline to complete their applications. Candidates can now apply for GATE 2026 until October 13, 2025, by visiting the official website and paying the prescribed late fee.
GATE 2026 Late Fee and Application Details
During the extended registration period, candidates are required to pay the following application fees (per test paper):
- ₹1,500 for Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates
- ₹2,500 for All other candidates, including foreign nationals
The fee payment must be completed online through the official GATE 2026 portal. The earlier deadline for applying with a late fee was October 9, 2025, but IIT Guwahati has now extended it to October 13, 2025, giving one final window for registration.
The GATE 2026 examination will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2025, across multiple centers in India. The results of GATE 2026 are scheduled to be announced on March 19, 2025.
GATE 2026: How to Apply
Candidates who wish to register for the examination can follow the step-by-step process below:
- Visit the official website
- On the homepage, click on the link to register for GATE 2026.
- Enter your details to create a registration profile.
- Fill out the online application form with all required personal, academic, and contact information.
- Upload necessary documents, such as photographs, signature, and ID proofs, as per the given specifications.
- Pay the application fee online using a debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
About GATE 2026
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is one of India’s most prestigious national-level exams for engineering and science graduates. The exam tests candidates’ understanding of various undergraduate subjects in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Humanities, and Commerce. GATE scores are widely used for admission to postgraduate programs (M.E., M.Tech, Ph.D.) and recruitment in PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings).
This year, IIT Guwahati is the organizing institute for GATE 2026, and all official updates, notifications, and application links are being hosted on the institute’s dedicated portal.
Candidates who missed the initial registration deadline are advised not to delay further, as no additional extensions are expected beyond October 13, 2025. Applying early ensures hassle-free processing and avoids last-minute server issues, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
