GATE 2026 Registration Postponed, Check New Dates Here

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 registration has been postponed, bringing a slight change to the initial schedule. Earlier planned to begin on August 25, 2025, the process will now start from August 28, 2025. Aspirants preparing for this highly competitive exam should take note of the revised dates and plan their application process accordingly. In this article, we cover the latest updates, new registration schedule.

GATE 2026 Registration Postponed: Latest Official Update

The GATE 2026 registration process, which was earlier scheduled to begin on August 25, 2025, has now been postponed. As per the revised schedule released by the exam authorities, the online application window will now open on 28 August 2025 through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS).  Candidates are advised to keep checking the official GATE 2026 portal regularly for any further announcements and to avoid waiting until the last date to complete their application.

Revised GATE 2026 Registration Dates

With the change in schedule, the registration timeline for GATE 2026 has been officially updated. The application window will now open on August 28, 2025, instead of the earlier announced August 25. Candidates can check the important details from the table below.

Steps to Apply Once the Registration Window Reopens

Once the GATE 2026 registration portal reopens, candidates can follow these steps:

• Visit the official GATE 2026 website and log in to the GOAPS portal.
• Complete the online registration by providing basic details and generating an enrollment ID.
• Fill in the application form with academic, personal, and exam-related details.
• Upload required documents, including photo, signature, and valid ID proof, in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
• Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

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