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GATE Application Form 2027 Delayed: Check Revised Dates, Fees & How to Apply

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Samrat Ray • 3 Mins read • 29 Aug 26
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The GATE application form 2027 has been delayed by IIT Madras, and the new date is yet to be announced. Candidates can find the new dates soon on the official IIT Madras website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. While candidates wait for the revised application form date for the GATE exam, they are advised to update their DigiLocker account details and link the account on the GOAPS official portal.


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GATE Application Form 2027: Revised Dates

The table below shows the latest available dates relevant to the GATE 2027 application form filling process. 

Event 

Date

GATE 2027 application form new date

To be announced 

Last date to apply with regular fees

27 September 2026

Last date to apply with extended fees

5 October 2025



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How to Fill the GATE Application Form 2027?

Here are the steps to fill out the GATE 2027 application form through the official portal: 

  • Step 1: Visit the application portal, which is gate2027.iitm.ac.in. 
  • Step 2: Link DigiLocker for the registration process. 
  • Step 3: Use the enrolment ID and password to log in. 
  • Step 4: Fill in the personal, academic, and other crucial details. 
  • Step 5: Upload the required scanned documents through the portal. 
  • Step 6: Pay the GATE 2027 exam fee. 
  • Step 7: Submit the GATE 2027 application form and download a copy of it. 


GATE 2027 Application Fees 

Candidates applying for GATE must follow the latest application fee requirements for different categories. Below are the category-wise GATE 2027 application fees for regular payment and payment during the extension period. 

Category

Regular

Extended

Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates (per test paper)

₹2,000

₹3,000

Other candidates

₹4,000

₹5,000


Frequently Asked Questions


Ques: What is the new date for the GATE application form 2027? 

Ans: The fresh dates for the GATE 2027 application form are yet to be announced. You can check the official website of IIT Madras to stay updated regarding the new date for the GATE 2027 application form. 


Ques: Where to apply for the GATE exam in 2027?

Ans: You can apply for the GATE exam by filling out the application form on gate2027.iitm.ac.in. The application process will include filling out the application form, uploading documents, and paying the application fee.


Ques: What is the GATE exam fee for 2027?

Ans: Within the regular payment period, the female/SC/ST/PwD application fee is ₹2,000 per test paper, and the fee for other candidates is ₹4,000. In the extension period, the female/SC/ST/PwD fee is ₹3,000 and that for other candidates is ₹5,000. 


Ques: Is DigiLocker mandatory for the GATE 2027 application? 

Ans: Yes, it is mandatory to link your DigiLocker for the GATE 2027 registration. Thus, you must create a verified DigiLocker account for the purpose of the application process. 


Ques: How many papers can I apply for in the GATE 2027 exam? 

Ans: You can apply for one or two papers among the 30 subjects available in total. Hence, you must make sure to choose the most appropriate subjects for yourself based on your past academic record.