GATE 2027 registration now closes on Monday, October 5, 2026, giving aspirants extra time. The late‑fee window runs until October 12. The correction window opens on October 14 and ends on October 21. Lock these dates to avoid panic submissions and costlier, error‑prone last steps.
IIT Madras is organising GATE 2027 and mandates DigiLocker‑based registration for Indian nationals. Create or update a verified account and grant consent during sign‑in. Unverified accounts can apply, but documents are scrutinised later. Ensure your chosen ID has correct name and birth date. Keep entries aligned with DigiLocker data.
How to complete GATE 2027 registration fast
Sign in through DigiLocker, fetch your profile, then add academic details. Choose one or two papers from allowed combinations. Pick six exam cities within the same zone. Upload a compliant photograph and signature. The portal also captures a live photo during registration. Preview every field, pay online, then confirm receipt and status on your application dashboard.
GATE 2027 application fee and relaxations
| Category | Regular: One paper | Regular: Two papers | Extended: One paper | Extended: Two papers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1000 | ₹2000 | ₹1500 | ₹2500 |
| All other candidates (incl. foreign nationals) | ₹2000 | ₹4000 | ₹2500 | ₹4500 |
Female, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Persons with Benchmark Disability pay the lower slab. All other candidates, including foreign nationals, pay the standard slab. Bank and processing charges are extra and non‑refundable. Two‑paper attempts cost more within each slab. Always verify payment status before leaving the portal.
GATE 2027 photo and signature specifications
Use a passport‑style photo on a white background. Keep face coverage between sixty and seventy percent. Photo size spans 200×260 to 530×690 pixels, five to six hundred kilobytes. Sign in dark blue or black ink. Signature size is 250×80 to 580×180 pixels, three to three hundred kilobytes. Digital signatures are disallowed.
GATE 2027 correction window: what you can edit
From October 14 to 21, rectify defects flagged during scrutiny. Re‑upload compliant photo or signature, and place category or disability proofs in DigiLocker with prescribed filenames. You can add a second paper from allowed combinations. Follow portal prompts. Some edits may attract charges; monitor Application Status for confirmations.
GATE 2027 exam city choice and server‑rush hacks
Select six cities within one zone and keep travel backups ready. Apply during off‑peak hours with a stable connection. If payment debits but status stays unpaid, wait up to fifteen working days. Use only the official website. Finish your form well before October 5.
