The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially opened the GATE 2026 Application Correction Window, allowing candidates to review and rectify incorrect details submitted during the application process. Students appearing for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 can now make necessary changes through the official IIT GATE portal. As per the latest announcement, the last date for application corrections is November 3, 2025.
This facility is extremely useful for applicants who may have made mistakes in personal information, exam paper selection, or category details. To access the GATE 2026 correction window, candidates must log in using their Enrolment Number and Password.
GATE 2026 Application Correction Fee Structure
The GATE 2026 correction process involves a fee for certain modifications, while some details can be corrected free of cost. Below are the official correction charges set by IIT Guwahati:
| Particulars of Correction | Correction Fee |
| Change in name | ₹500 |
| Change in date of birth | ₹500 |
| Change in choice of exam city | ₹500 |
| Change of existing paper | ₹500 |
| Change of gender to female | ₹500 |
| Change of gender from female to any other gender | ₹500 (SC/ST & PwD), ₹1500 (Others) |
| Change of category to SC/ST | ₹500 |
| Change from SC/ST to any other category | ₹500 (SC/ST & PwD), ₹1500 (Others) |
| Change from Non-PwD/Dyslexic to PwD/Dyslexic | ₹500 |
| Any other change in category | ₹500 |
| Parent/Guardian details & Correspondence Address | No Fee |
| College name, location & Roll No. | No Fee |
| Qualifying degree details | No Fee |
Candidates are advised to verify all details thoroughly before final submission to avoid additional charges.
Important GATE 2026 Dates
| Event | Date |
| End of GATE 2026 Registrations | October 13, 2025 |
| Correction Window Closing Date | November 3, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2025 |
| Declaration of Results | March 19, 2025 |
The exam will be held in multiple sessions across various test cities in India, and lakhs of engineering graduates are expected to participate.
How to Make Corrections in GATE 2026 Form?
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official GATE 2026 website.
- Click on the Application Correction link.
- Login with Enrolment Number and Password.
- View available editable fields.
- Make required corrections and pay the applicable fee.
- Submit and save the final updated form.
Key Advice for Candidates
- Do not wait until the last date to make changes, as the portal may experience heavy traffic.
- Double-check category, personal details, and paper selection—these directly impact exam eligibility and score validity.
- Keep payment receipts and confirmation copies saved for future reference.
For more information, notifications, and updates regarding IIT GATE 2026, candidates are encouraged to visit the official GATE website regularly, for more details and make corrections if any CLICK HERE
