Millions of engineering aspirants now have six days left to apply for GATE 2027. As of October 6, 2026, the late-fee deadline is Monday, October 12. The rectification window runs from October 14 to October 21. Missing these dates risks rejection or added uncertainty during scrutiny and city allotment.
Why this sprint matters: GATE scores power postgraduate admissions and enable recruitment in major PSUs. Stipends currently stand at ₹12,400 monthly for M.Tech and ₹37,000 to ₹42,000 for Ph.D. City allotment is planned on January 4, 2027. Thoughtful choices today reduce avoidable travel and stress.
GATE 2027 application steps and DigiLocker checklist
Create a verified DigiLocker account and grant consent in the portal. Sign in to the application system. Capture a live photo. Upload a recent passport photograph and signature per size rules. Enter degree details, choose papers, pick six cities within one zone, and pay via UPI, cards, or netbanking.
GATE 2027 fees, categories and payment errors to avoid
Women, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and persons with benchmark disability pay a lower fee. Other candidates pay the standard rate. Bank charges are extra. Do not refresh during payment. If money is debited without acknowledgement, recheck status and wait; refunds typically post within fifteen working days.
| Category | Regular: One paper | Regular: Two papers | Extended: One paper | Extended: Two papers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| All other candidates | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,500 |
GATE 2027 rectification window: what you can fix between Oct 14–21
Use the rectification window only for defects flagged during scrutiny. Typical fixes include blurred photo, wrong signature format, or swapped photo and ID image. Core data cannot be edited after PDF generation. You may still add a second paper from allowed combinations using the same enrolment ID.
GATE 2027 city choice, allotment, and helpline contacts
Keep your nearest city as first choice. Select the remaining five within the same zone. Consider travel time, morning slots, and connectivity. City allotment is planned on January 4, 2027. For stuck payments or logins, email [email protected] or call 044‑2257‑8200 during listed working hours.
Finish your form by October 12 with late fee, then monitor October 14–21 for any defects. Prepare compliant photos, signatures, and DigiLocker records beforehand to save time. Choose cities with travel in mind, and track payment acknowledgements. These small steps now protect your 2027 admission and PSU opportunities.
