Lakhs of students got relief, now they can fill the form till this date, do not delay:

News India Live, Digital Desk: GATE 2026 Application: A big relief news has come for lakhs of candidates who have applied for GATE (GATE – Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) 2026 exam! Those students who due to some reason were not able to apply till now have got another chance. The examination organizing authority has once again extended the last date for application of GATE 2026. Now candidates with late fees till 13th October Can submit application.

This is a golden opportunity for all those engineering and science graduates who want to pursue master’s degree (M.Tech/MS/Ph.D.) from institutes like IIT, NIT or want to get a respectable job in Navratna companies (PSUs) of India.

Important Dates (Possible Updates):

• New last date for application with late fee: 13 October 2025.
• Admit Card Release Date: (See notification).
• Exam Date: (Look at the notification, usually happens in the month of February).
• Result declaration date: (See notification).

Who can apply?

GATE exam is mainly conducted for graduate students in engineering, technology, architecture and science. Both final year students and graduate passouts can apply for this. One should always refer to the official notification for detailed eligibility.

Application Process (at a Glance):

1. Visit the official website: Visit the official website of GATE (which changes every year, but is known as GATE IIT/IISc). For example, if it is being conducted by IIT Bombay, there will be a website like gate.iitb.ac.in.
2. Register: Register yourself by clicking on ‘Apply Online’ link. You will get a login ID and password.
3. Fill the Application Form: After login, fill all your personal, educational and other required information correctly.
4. Upload Documents: Upload your passport size photograph, signature and other required certificates (like degree certificate, category certificate) in the prescribed format and size.
5. Payment of Application Fee: Pay the application fee through online mode. (Late fees will also apply).
6. Submit the form and take printout: Submit the filled application form finally and take a printout of it and keep it safe for future reference.

Take advantage of this extended opportunity and submit your application as soon as possible. Continue your preparation so that you can perform better in GATE 2026!