GATE CE 2026 : Important Dates
IIT Guwahati has released the official schedule along with the GATE 2026 Notification on 28th August 2025.
It is very important for all the candidates to note these dates carefully so as to avoid any mistakes in the application, preparation and examination process.
GATE 2026 Important Date
Events | Dates |
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Registration Begins (GOAPS Portal) | 28 August 2025 |
Last Date for Registration (Without Late Fee) | 28 September 2025 |
Last Date with Late Fee (₹500) | 9 October 2025 |
Application Form Correction | 6 November 2025 |
Mock Test Release | November 2025 |
Admit Card Download | 2 January 2026 |
Exam Dates | 7, 8, 14 & 15 February 2026 |
Exam Shifts | Forenoon: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PMAfternoon: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
Provisional Answer Key | February 2026 |
Answer Key Challenge | February 2026 |
Result Announcement | 19 March 2026 |
Scorecard Download (Free) | 28 March – 31 May 2026 |
Scorecard Download (₹500 Fee) | 1 June – 31 December 2026 |
Why are these dates important?
On-time registration: Candidates should apply before the last date to avoid late fees.
Preparation management: With the exam dates fixed, candidates can make their study timeline.
Admit card and result tracking: It is important to download the documents on time.