GATE 2027 – Quick Summary
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 |
| Organising Institute | IIT Madras (Indian Institute of Technology Madras) |
| Official Website | gate2027.iitm.ac.in |
| No. of Test Papers | 30 (including NEW Robotics & Automation paper) |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) — English only |
| Application Portal (GOAPS) Opens | 27 August 2026 / 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular) | 21 September 2026 / 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee | 30 September 2026 / 5 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Changes | 21 October 2026 |
| Exam City Notification | 4 January 2027 |
| GATE 2027 Exam Dates | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 February 2027 |
| Result Declaration | 19 March 2027 |
| Score Validity | 3 years from result date |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000/- (Female/SC/ST/PwD) | ₹2,000/- (Others) — Regular Period |
⏳ Regular Application Closes In:
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is the Organizing Institute for GATE 2027 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering). GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers as a Computer Based Test (CBT) across 300+ cities in India. Key highlights: a brand-new Robotics & Automation (RA) paper has been introduced, and the Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) paper has been merged into XE as a sectional paper. GATE 2027 score will remain valid for 3 years and is accepted for M.Tech/Ph.D. admissions and PSU recruitment by 40+ major companies including ONGC, NTPC, BHEL, IOCL, POWERGRID, SAIL, NALCO, and many more. For more Central Govt Jobs 2026 and Engineering Jobs 2026, visit our hubs.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GOAPS (Application Portal) Opens | 27 August 2026 / 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular Period) | 21 September 2026 / 27 September 2026 |
| Extended Period (with late fee) | 30 September 2026 / 5 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Changes (Category, Paper, City) | 21 October 2026 |
| Exam City Notification | 4 January 2027 |
| Admit Cards Download | To be Announced (TBA) |
| GATE 2027 Exam Dates | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 February 2027 |
| Exam Sessions | Forenoon: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Afternoon: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Results Announced | 19 March 2027 |
| Scorecard valid till | December 31, 2027 (paid download after free download period) |
Application Fee
| Category | Regular Period Fee (per paper) | Extended Period Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD (Benchmark Disability) | ₹1,000/- | ₹1,500/- |
| All other candidates | ₹2,000/- | ₹2,500/- |
For two papers: fee is twice the above. Payment via UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card. No refund except if a two-paper combination is removed by GATE.
What’s New in GATE 2027
- 🆕 New Test Paper: Robotics & Automation (RA) — paper code RA, with Part B1 (Electrical) and Part B2 (Mechanical)
- 🔄 Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) merged into XE as XE9 sectional paper
- 🔄 Section codes changed for XE, XH, and XL papers (check Table 3 in official brochure)
- 📋 Revised syllabus for most test papers — candidates must check updated syllabus at gate2027.iitm.ac.in
- 🤳 Live facial capture required during registration (webcam/5MP camera needed)
- 📱 DigiLocker registration recommended for smoother process
GATE 2027 Test Papers (All 30)
| Code | Test Paper | Code | Test Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE | Aerospace Engineering | MN | Mining Engineering |
| AG | Agricultural Engineering | MT | Metallurgical Engineering |
| AR | Architecture and Planning | NM | Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering |
| BM | Biomedical Engineering | PE | Petroleum Engineering |
| BT | Biotechnology | PH | Physics |
| CE | Civil Engineering | PI | Production & Industrial Engineering |
| CH | Chemical Engineering | RA | Robotics & Automation (NEW) |
| CS | Computer Science & IT | ST | Statistics |
| CY | Chemistry | XE | Engineering Sciences |
| DA | Data Science & AI | XH | Humanities & Social Sciences |
| EC | Electronics & Communication Engg. | XL | Life Sciences |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | GE | Geomatics Engineering |
| ES | Environmental Science & Engineering | GG | Geology & Geophysics |
| EY | Ecology & Evolution | MA | Mathematics |
| IN | Instrumentation Engineering | ME | Mechanical Engineering |
Eligibility for GATE 2027
- Candidates currently in 3rd year or higher of any UG degree (Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts, Humanities)
- Candidates who have already completed any UGC/AICTE approved degree
- MBBS/BDS/BVSc: 5th semester or higher
- No age limit to appear for GATE 2027
- Foreign nationals can also appear — must come to India for the exam (no international centres)
Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours (4 hours for PwD candidates with scribe) |
| Total Questions | 65 (10 GA + 55 Subject) |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Types | MCQ (negative marking) + MSQ (no negative) + NAT (no negative) |
| Negative Marking (MCQ) | 1/3 for 1-mark | 2/3 for 2-mark |
| General Aptitude | 15 marks (5 × 1-mark + 5 × 2-mark) |
| Engineering Mathematics | 13 marks (for AE, AG, BM, BT, CE, CH, CS, EC, EE, ES, IN, ME, MN, MT, NM, PE, PI) |
PSUs Accepting GATE 2027 Score
40+ major PSUs use GATE score for direct recruitment to Group A posts. Major ones include:
NTPC
BHEL
IOCL
POWERGRID
GAIL
SAIL
NALCO
BSNL
CIL
DVC
ECIL
EIL
NMDC
NPCIL
NEEPCO
RINL
NHAI
AAI
HPCL
Also used for Cabinet Secretariat Group A posts (Senior Field Officer, Senior Research Officer).
Exam Cities in Telangana & Andhra Pradesh
GATE 2027 exam centres under IIT Hyderabad zone (tentative):
- Telangana: Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nalgonda, Khammam, Nizamabad and others
- Andhra Pradesh: Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati, Guntur, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Nellore and others
Candidates can choose 3 cities from the same zone as their first choice. Check the official brochure for full city list.
How to Apply for GATE 2027
- Visit gate2027.iitm.ac.in
- Register on DigiLocker (recommended) for smooth process
- Access GOAPS — provide name, email, mobile number, set password
- Provide live facial photo during registration (webcam/5MP camera needed)
- Fill in personal details, degree details, choice of test paper(s), choice of exam cities
- Upload photograph (JPEG, max 600KB, 3.5×4.5 cm), signature (JPEG, max 300KB), photo ID, and category certificate if applicable
- Pay fee online — UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card
- Submit before 27 September 2026 (Regular) or 5 October 2026 (with late fee)
FAQs
Q1. Who is organising GATE 2027?
IIT Madras (Indian Institute of Technology Madras) is the Organizing Institute for GATE 2027. Official website: gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for GATE 2027?
Regular period closes on 27 September 2026. Extended period (with late fee of ₹500 extra) closes on 5 October 2026.
Q3. What are the GATE 2027 exam dates?
GATE 2027 will be held on 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 February 2027 in forenoon (9:30 AM–12:30 PM) and afternoon (2:30 PM–5:30 PM) sessions.
Q4. What is new in GATE 2027?
A new Robotics & Automation (RA) paper has been added. Textile Engineering & Fibre Science (TF) is now XE9 under Engineering Sciences. Section codes for XE, XH, XL have changed. Syllabus revised for most papers.
Q5. What is the GATE 2027 application fee?
₹1,000/- per paper for Female/SC/ST/PwD during regular period (₹1,500/- extended). ₹2,000/- per paper for all others during regular period (₹2,500/- extended). Two papers = twice the fee.
Q6. For how long is GATE 2027 score valid?
GATE 2027 scorecard is valid for 3 years from 19 March 2027 — till approximately March 2030.
Q7. Which PSUs accept GATE 2027 score for recruitment?
40+ PSUs including ONGC, NTPC, BHEL, IOCL, POWERGRID, GAIL, SAIL, NALCO, CIL, BSNL, ECIL, EIL, NMDC, NPCIL, NEEPCO, AAI, HPCL, RINL and more. Also Cabinet Secretariat Group A posts.
Q8. Is there age limit for GATE 2027?
No. There is NO age limit to appear for GATE 2027.
Q9. Can I appear for two papers in GATE 2027?
Yes. Candidates can appear for ONE or TWO papers. The second paper must be chosen from the allowed combinations listed in Table 4 of the official brochure. Fee doubles for two papers.
Q10. What is GATE score used for apart from M.Tech admission?
GATE score is used for (i) M.Tech/PhD admissions with scholarship at IITs, NITs, IISc, CFTIs; (ii) PSU recruitment by 40+ major companies; (iii) Group A direct recruitment posts in Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India.
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