GATE 2027 registration opens on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Aspirants eyeing MTech seats and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) should ready DigiLocker, certificates, and compliant photos now. With timelines revised, early preparation reduces verification hurdles when the portal opens. It also protects momentum during a demanding semester. Organise key documents before peak traffic for smoother submission.
Regular registration closes on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The extended window, with late fee, runs until Monday, October 5. Application rectification opens Wednesday, October 14 and closes Wednesday, October 21. Exams run on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2027. Plan travel, certificates, and campus deadlines backward from these dates.
How to apply for GATE 2027 registration on GOAPS
Apply through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) at the official website. The portal activates on August 27. Keep a webcam or a 5‑megapixel phone ready for a live photo. IIT Madras notes, “the online registration will be through DigiLocker along with facial registration.”
DigiLocker rule for GATE 2027: what to update now
For Indian nationals, DigiLocker‑based signup is mandatory. GOAPS fetches your name, date of birth, address, mobile, email, and verified ID. It may also fetch a profile photo. Fix name mismatches in DigiLocker before applying. SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) must upload category documents to claim fee relief. Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate isn’t uploaded.
GATE 2027 documents, photo and signature specs
Upload a recent passport photo on a white background, JPEG format, 200×260 to 530×690 pixels, 5–600 kB, with 60–70 percent face. Signature must be blue or black, JPEG, 250×80 to 580×180 pixels, 3–300 kB. Non‑compliant images are marked defective and must be rectified within the window.
GATE 2027 fees by category and deadlines
Female, SC, ST, and PwBD pay ₹1,000 per paper in the regular window. They pay ₹1,500 in the extended window. All others pay ₹2,000 and ₹2,500 respectively. Two papers cost double. Filing within the regular window avoids late fees.
Why these GATE 2027 dates matter for MTech seats and PSU hiring
A valid GATE score enables MTech admissions with scholarships and is used by many PSUs. Delays can push document fixes into October, risking mistakes during mid‑semester assessments. Early filing keeps you aligned with institute application rounds and PSU calendars after results. Treat August 27 as your launch date, and work backward.
