GATE 2027 Registration: Dates, Fees, DigiLocker and New Paper
GATE 2027 registration starts August 27, with mandatory DigiLocker use, a new Robotics and Automation paper, key dates, fees and application steps.
AC Team
GATE 2027 registration starts on August 27, 2026, at gate2027.iitm.ac.in. IIT Madras, the exam organising institute, has changed the registration process this year. Candidates must use DigiLocker to complete their applications.
The application window will remain open until September 27, 2026, without a late fee. Candidates who miss this date can apply until October 5 by paying the extended-period fee. Since some details will be taken from DigiLocker, setting up the account early can save time and prevent last-minute trouble.
What is new in GATE 2027?
The main change is the mandatory use of DigiLocker during registration. The GATE portal will fetch key details from the candidate’s DigiLocker account. These details include:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Mobile number
- Email address
- Profile photograph
- Address
- Verified identity card number
Candidates should create or update their DigiLocker account before starting the application. Check that the name and date of birth match the details in your identity documents. A small mismatch can turn into a large headache when the deadline is near.
IIT Madras has also added a new test paper called Robotics and Automation. GATE 2027 will offer 30 papers in total. Candidates should review the paper list and download the syllabus from the official website before selecting a paper.
GATE 2027 important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration opens | August 27, 2026 |
| Regular registration closes | September 27, 2026 |
| Extended registration closes | October 5, 2026 |
| Application correction window | October 14 to 21, 2026 |
| City intimation slip | January 4, 2027 |
| GATE 2027 exam | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
| Results | March 19, 2027 |
The admit card release date has not been announced yet. Candidates should check the official GATE website for updates instead of relying on forwarded messages or random social media posts.
GATE 2027 application fee
| Candidate category | Regular period | Extended period |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved candidates | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,500 |
| Female candidates | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| SC, ST and PwD candidates | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,500 |
The fee is lower during the regular registration period. Candidates should avoid waiting for the extended window unless they have a genuine reason. The late fee can be avoided with a simple calendar reminder.
How to apply for GATE 2027
- Visit gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
- Register or log in to the GATE application portal.
- Connect and verify your DigiLocker account.
- Check the details fetched from DigiLocker.
- Select the test paper, exam city and other required options.
- Upload any documents requested by the portal.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page.
Before submitting the form, review every field. Check your email address, mobile number, category, selected paper and exam city. Save a copy of the application form, payment receipt and registration number in more than one place.
What candidates should check now
- Keep DigiLocker active and make sure your identity details are correct.
- Read the syllabus for the selected paper.
- Check whether Robotics and Automation suits your academic background and preparation plan.
- Keep a recent photograph and other documents ready if the portal asks for them.
- Apply before September 27 to avoid the late fee.
- Use the correction window from October 14 to 21 if a permitted change is needed.
GATE scores can support admission to postgraduate programmes and may also help with recruitment in some organisations. The exact use of the score depends on the institute or employer, so candidates should check the rules for each opportunity they plan to pursue.
