The GATE Admit Card 2026 has been released. Candidates can check their admit cards on the official website. The admit card was released on January 13, 2026. Candidates who filled out the GATE application form can download their GATE 2026 admit card using their enrollment number and password. The exam will be held from February 2, 2026, to February 15, 2026. You can download your admit card by visiting the official website or by clicking on the link given below.
IIT GATE 2026 Admission Online Form
GATE Admit Card 2026
Short Details of Notification
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Application Begin: 28 August 2025 • Apply Online Phase I Last Date: 28 September 2025 (WITHOUT LATE FEE) • Apply Online Phase II (Extended Period) Last Date: 9 October 2025 (WITH LATE FEE) • Last Date for Fee: 9 October 2025 • Exam Date: 7, 8, 14 and 15 February • Result Declared : 19 March 2026 | Phase I Without Late Fees: • General / OBC / EWS : Rs.2000/- • SC / ST / PH : Rs.1000/- • All Category Female : Rs.1000/- Phase II with Late Fees: • General / OBC / EWS : Rs.2500/- • SC / ST / PH : Rs.1500/- • All Category Female : Rs.1500/- • Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and Other Fee Payment Mode Only. |
| IIT GATE 2026: Education Qualification | |
| 👉 Passed / Appearing B.E / B.Tech / B.Pharm / B.Arch / B.Sc. Research / B.S. M.Sc. / MA / MCA / M.E. / M.Tech / Dual Degree / Integrated Courses 👉 For More Eligibility Details. Read the Notification given Below | |
How to download the GATE Admit Card 2026?
Step 1: Go to the official website of GATE 2026 (GOAPS): gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
Step 2: On the homepage, you will find that the “GATE 2026 Admit Card has been released and is now available for download from the GOAPS Portal.”
Step 3: Click on the GOAPS portal link provided.
Step 4: Log in using your Enrollment ID or Email ID and password, then submit.
Step 5: Your admit card will appear on the screen.
Step 6: Download the PDF and make multiple printouts for exam day and future use.
Details Mentioned on GATE 2026 Admit Card
The GATE 2026 Admit Card contains the following important details. Candidates must check all information carefully
1. Candidate Details
- Candidate’s Name
- Enrollment ID / Registration Number
- Photograph
- Signature
- Gender
- Category
2. Examination Details
- GATE Paper / Subject Code
- Exam Date
- Exam Day
- Exam Shift & Reporting Time
- Exam Duration
3. Exam Centre Details
- Name of Examination Centre
- Complete Address of Exam Centre
- Centre Code
4. Other Important Information
- Instructions for the GATE Exam Day
- Items allowed and not allowed in the exam hall
- Important guidelines for candidates
IIT GATE 2026 Exam Schedule
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Login Now | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| IIT GATE 2026 Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. When was the GATE Admit Card 2026 be released?
Ans: The admit card was released on 13th January 2026 on the official GOAPS portal.
Q2. Where can I download the GATE Admit Card 2026?
Ans: You can download it from the official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in through the GOAPS portal.
Q3. What login details are required to download the admit card?
Ans: You need your Enrollment ID / Email ID and Password.
Q4. Is it mandatory to carry the GATE Admit Card to the exam centre?
Ans: Yes, carrying a printed admit card is compulsory to enter the exam hall.
Q5. What is the date of the GATE 2026 exam?
Ans: The GATE Computer-Based Graduate Aptitude Test will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026.
Q6. Will I get the GATE Admit Card by post?
Ans: No, the admit card is online only. It will not be sent by post.
Q7. What details are mentioned on the GATE Admit Card 2026?
Ans: It includes your name, exam date, shift, exam center, photograph, and instructions.
Q8. What happens if I forget to bring my GATE Admit Card?
Ans: Without the admit card, you will not be allowed to appear in the exam.
