The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 concluded on February 15, 2026. IIT Guwahati is expected to release the official response sheet and provisional answer key soon. This release will allow candidates to review their performance and calculate potential scores.
Response Sheet Release Timeline
Based on previous years’ trends, IIT Guwahati typically releases the GATE response sheet and answer key about one week after the examination concludes. For GATE 2026, this suggests a release date between February 20 and February 24, 2026.
The table below outlines the historical release dates for the GATE response sheet in relation to the exam’s last day:
| Year | GATE Response Sheet Release Date | GATE Exam Last Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 20 to 24, 2026 (Expected) | February 15, 2026 |
| 2025 | February 27, 2025 | February 16, 2025 |
| 2024 | February 19, 2024 | February 11, 2024 |
| 2023 | February 21, 2023 | February 12, 2023 |
Accessing the Response Sheet
Candidates can download their GATE 2026 response sheet from the official GATE 2026 website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in . The link will also be available on the GOAPS portal. To access the documents, students will need to log in using their enrollment number and password .
The response sheet displays the answers a candidate marked during the exam. When compared with the official answer key, it allows for an accurate estimation of the candidate’s probable score according to the GATE marking scheme.
Next Steps for Candidates
Candidates should monitor the official GATE 2026 website for the exact release date and download link. This information is crucial for evaluating exam performance and understanding their potential score before the official results are announced. Following the release, candidates will have a specific window to raise any objections regarding the provisional answer key.