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GATE Admit Card 2026: Release Date, Details Mentioned, Download Link

GATE admit card 2026 will be released by IIT Guwahati on January 2026. Registered candidates will be able to download their admit cards using their registration number and password.

GATE Admit Card 2026 - The Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati is expected to release the admit card for the GATE exam on January 2026. The GATE admit card link will be activated at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Succesfully registered candidates for the exam will be able to download their hall tickets using their GATE registration ID and password. The GATE exam is scheduled to be conducted in February 2026

The GATE admit card is a mandatory document to carry to the examination centre on exam day. The hall ticket will have information like the name and category of the candidate, exam date, exam centre, and exam timings. It will also contain the candidate’s photograph and signature as well. Students are advised to check their admit card thoroughly and inform the concerned authorities in case of any discrepancy.

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GATE Admit Card 2026 Dates

The GATE 2026 exam dates will be released soon in the official website. Check the complete tentative GATE schedule in the table below:

Particulars

Dates(Tentative)

Application Form

August 2026

Application Form Last Date

September 2026

Application Form Last Date (with late fee)

October 2026

Application Form Correction Window

November 2026

Admit Card Release

January 2026 (will be released)

GATE 2026 Exam Date

February  2026

Response Sheet

February 2026

Answer Key Release

February 2026

Answer Key Challenge Window

February 2026

GATE 2026 Result

March 2026

GATE 2026 Scorecard

March to May 2026

GATE 2026 Exam Dates: Subject-wise

The subject-wise tentative exam dates for GATE exam 2026 are as follows:

Day, Date (Tentative) Time (IST)(Tentative) Test Papers
February 2026 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session – FN) CS1, AG, MA
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session – AN) CS2, NM, MT, TF, IN
February 2026 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session – FN) ME, PE, AR
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session – AN) EE
February 2026 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session – FN) CY, AE, DA, ES, PI
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session – AN) EC, GE, XH, BM, EY
February 2026 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Forenoon Session – FN) CE1, GG, CH, PH, BT
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Afternoon Session – AN) CE2, ST, XE, XL, MN

The GATE admit card link will be available at gate2026iitg.ac.in. Only aspirants who have registered successfully and paid the application fee will be able to download the GATE hall ticket using the registration ID and password. The step-by-step GATE admit card download process is given in the article below.

GATE admit card can be downloaded using login credentials from the GOAPS portal. The steps to below the GATE admit card are as follows:

  • Visit the official website of GATE
  • Click on the ‘GATE Admit Card Link’
  • Upon clicking the link, candidates are required to enter their Enrollment ID and password.
  • The admit card will be displayed on the screen once you are successfully logged in.
  • Download and take a printout of the admit card
  • Verify the details mentioned on the admit card.

Details Mentioned on GATE Admit Card 2026

The GATE admit card 2026 will have the following details mentioned on it:

  • Name of the Candidate
  • Registration Number
  • GATE Exam Date
  • GATE Exam Centre
  • Exam Timings
  • Candidates’ Photograph
  • Candidates’ Signature
  • GATE Exam Paper
  • Paper Code
  • Exam Day Instructions

Candidates are requested to carefully review all the information on their GATE 2026 admit card. Please seek support from the helpdesk available at any of the zonal IITs in the event of any discrepancy in the admit card.

GATE Admit Card 2026 - Documents to carry along with hall ticket

Candidates must have a copy of their GATE admit card 2026 and an original valid ID card. Check out the following documents, which may be produced along with the admission card as acceptable ID proof:

  • PAN Card
  • Driving License
  • Aadhar Card
  • Passport
  • Voter ID Card

If there is a discrepancy in the GATE admit card 2026, candidates must report to one of eight zonal IITs. Below are the GATE Zonal Centres that must be contacted by candidates in case their admit cards have some sort of discrepancy:

Students shall follow all the instructions listed on the GATE admit card 2026. Here is a list of guidelines that aspirants must adhere to at the examination centre.

  • Candidates must arrive at the exam centre on the exam date and time specified on their admission card.
  • To allow for centre frisking, applicants are urged to arrive at the exam venue at least 90 minutes before the exam's start time.
  • Personal calculators are not allowed to be carried by students. On the computer screen, there will be virtual scientific calculators.
  • Also, avoid carrying watches, phones, and other electrical devices.
  1. Use the 20-minute window wisely: Read the instructions carefully during this time.
  2. Don’t bring rough notes or blank paper: Only carry allowed items into the exam hall. Scribble pads will be provided for rough work.
  3. Scribble pad rules: Write your name and registration number on the pad and submit it after the exam.
  4. View all questions at once: Use the "View All Questions" option to decide which section to start with.
  5. Start with a scoring section: Choose the section you are strongest in. Many students prefer starting with Engineering Maths.
  6. Save your answers: Ensure you save each answer after attempting it.
  7. Mark questions for review: Note down question numbers that need a second look. Revisit them after finishing the paper.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What if any of the information on the GATE 2025 admit card is missing?

A candidate should send their grievance to the zonal IIT with a copy of their admit card if they discover any errors in the document.

Which documents should I bring with my GATE 2025 admit card?

As indicated during the application process, candidates must present one original photo ID in addition to their GATE Admit Card 2025. Driving licence, PAN card, voter ID, passport, and Aadhaar UID are all valid forms of identification. Candidates won't be allowed to take the exam if they don't present the necessary original ID.

Will a candidate who has a photocopy of their ID be allowed to take the GATE exam?

No, one must access the GATE 2025 exam centre with an original form of identification.

How can I get my GATE registration number and password so that I may download my GATE admit card 2025?

Candidates who have forgotten their GATE registration number or password can retrieve them by selecting one of the alternatives listed below to get their GATE admit card 2025:

For Registration Number

  • Click on the “Forgot Enrollment ID” link.
  • Enter your registered mobile number
  • The Enrollment ID will be sent to the registered mobile number and email address of the candidate.

 

For Password

  • Click on “Request for OTP” if you have forgotten your password.
  • An OTP will be sent to the candidates’ registered mobile number
  • Candidates are required to submit the OTP they have received.
  • Once the OTP is submitted, candidates can reset their passwords.

Do I need to keep my GATE 2025 admit card after the conclusion of the exam?

Yes, aspirants who are taking the exam must save their GATE Admit Card 2025 after the exam since they will require it for GATE 2025 Counselling.

What is GATE admit card 2025 release date?

The GATE admit card 2025 date is January 7. IIT Roorkee has released the complete gate exam schedule at gate2025.iitr.ac.in.

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