The GATE 2026 mock tests for all subjects are now available on gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The examination is scheduled for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, while the admit cards will be issued on January 2, 2026.
The deadline for the GATE 2026 application form correction window has been extended to November 10, 2025. The examination will take place on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026.
The GATE 2026 correction window is now active at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates can make necessary edits to their application forms through the GOAPS portal until November 3, 2025.
The last date to apply for GATE 2026 for M.Tech and research program admissions has been extended to October 13, 2025, with the applicable late fee. The examination will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, and will be conducted in two sessions daily.
A. Candidates of HSC (Academic) and Other Equivalent Examinations.
| S.No | Community | A Pass with Minimum average marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Category | 50.00% |
| 2 | Backward Class includingBackward Class Muslim | 45.00% |
| 3 | MBC & DNC | 40.00% |
| 4 | SC / SCA / ST | 35.00% |
B. Candidates of HSC (Vocational)
| S.No | Community | A Pass with Minimum average marks in any one of Related Subjects (Maths or Physics or Chemistry), Vocational Theory and Practicals put together |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Category | 50.00% |
| 2 | Backward Class includingBackward Class Muslim | 45.00% |
| 3 | MBC & DNC | 40.00% |
| 4 | SC / SCA / ST | 35.00% |
C. Admission of Foreign Nationals:
50% Aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and English as an studying subject.
2. For Direct Second Year (Lateral Entry)
B.Sc., / Diploma holders are admitted directly in second year B.E / B.Tech. courses.
| S.No | Community | Minimum average marks in the Pre-Final and Final semesters put together or Final year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Category | 55.00% |
| 2 | Backward Class includingBackward Class Muslim | 50.00% |
| 3 | MBC & DNC | 45.00% |
| 4 | SC / SCA / ST | Mere pass in Qualifying Examination for Diploma / B.Sc Degree Examination or Equivalent. |
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in the relevant field and obtained at least 50% (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in B.E. B.Tech. (or)
B.Arch. degree programme,/B.Pharm/B.Sc. (Agri. / Forestry / Horticulture / Fishery) degree programme(or)Master's Degree in the relevant branch of Science / Arts / M.Sc. (5 years) Integrated Degree Programme (or)
Master's Degree in the relevant branch of Science / Arts / M.Sc. (5 years) Integrated Degree Programme(or)
B.Sc. (3 years) in IT related major courses and M.Sc. (2 years) in IT related major courses
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