Summary: GATE 2027 registration will open on August 14, 2026. Candidates can apply without a late fee until September 21 and with a late fee until September 30, 2026. IIT Madras has also announced a revised syllabus, a new Robotics and Automation paper and six examination dates in February 2027.
Key highlights
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras is the organising institute for GATE 2027.
- The online application system is scheduled to open on August 14, 2026.
- The regular application deadline is September 21; the extended deadline with a late fee is September 30.
- The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) will have 30 test papers in 2027.
- Robotics and Automation (RA) is a new test paper, and the syllabi for the 2027 papers have been revised.
- GATE 2027 will be held across three weekends in February, with results scheduled for March 19, 2027.
Important dates
| GATE 2027 event | Official date |
|---|---|
| Online registration opens | August 14, 2026 |
| Regular registration closes without late fee | September 21, 2026 |
| Extended registration closes with late fee | September 30, 2026 |
| City allotment notification | January 4, 2027 |
| Examination dates | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
| Result announcement | March 19, 2027 |
The GATE website marks the dates as subject to change. Candidates should recheck the official portal before each action.
Who is affected
This announcement affects students and graduates planning to use GATE 2027 for postgraduate or doctoral admission, possible financial assistance or participating public-sector recruitment. The official FAQ says a student currently in the third year or a higher year of an approved undergraduate programme in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts or Humanities may appear. Eligible degree holders may also apply.
What changed for GATE 2027
- A Robotics and Automation paper, code RA, has been added.
- The syllabi for the GATE 2027 papers have been revised.
- The official portal flags changes to Textile Engineering and Fibre Science and to the XE, XH and XL sectional paper codes.
- Candidates may choose one or two papers, but a two-paper application must follow the combinations allowed on the official website.
- GATE 2027 has no international examination centres; applicants should check the available Indian cities before submitting the form.
Required student action
Before registration opens, confirm your qualifying programme and year of study, select the appropriate test paper, review the revised syllabus and prepare the required photograph, signature, identity and academic documents. Submit the application and pay the fee by September 21 where possible. September 30 is the final extended registration date and requires a late fee.
How to apply for GATE 2027
- Open the official GATE 2027 website.
- Read the eligibility criteria, test-paper syllabus, examination-city list and required-document instructions.
- From August 14, open the official GATE Online Application Processing System link shown on the GATE website.
- Create the applicant account with an active email address and mobile number.
- Enter personal, communication and qualifying-degree details exactly as supported by your documents.
- Select one paper or an allowed two-paper combination and choose preferred examination cities.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and eligibility documents in the specified formats.
- Review every field, pay the applicable fee and submit the form.
- Download the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
What happens if the deadline is missed
An application submitted after September 21 but on or before September 30 will attract the official late fee. After the extended registration window closes, a candidate should not expect to file a new GATE 2027 application unless IIT Madras issues a separate official extension. Missing registration means the candidate cannot sit GATE 2027 using that application cycle.
Frequently asked questions
When does GATE 2027 registration start?
The official GATE 2027 website lists August 14, 2026 as the opening date for online registration.
What is the final GATE 2027 application date?
Regular registration closes September 21, 2026. The extended registration period with a late fee closes September 30, 2026.
Can a third-year undergraduate apply?
Yes. The official FAQ states that a student in the third year or a higher year of an approved undergraduate programme in the listed disciplines may apply, subject to the complete eligibility rules.
Is there a new paper in GATE 2027?
Yes. Robotics and Automation, paper code RA, is new for GATE 2027.
