The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has postponed the release of the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 admit card. The admit card was initially expected to be published on January 9, 2026 , or within the first week of January. A revised release date will be announced soon on the official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in .
Candidates registered for the postgraduate engineering exam must monitor the official GATE 2026 website for new updates. The institute confirmed the postponement through an official notification.
Official Statement on Postponement
IIT Guwahati issued a statement regarding the delay. The notification reads, “The release date of the GATE 2026 admit card has been postponed. The revised release date will be announced soon.” This change affects all registered candidates.
Key Examination Details
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 will proceed as scheduled on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 . The exam takes place online and consists of two daily sessions. The forenoon session runs from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM . The afternoon session is scheduled from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM .
GATE is a national-level examination. It assesses candidates’ comprehensive understanding in various undergraduate subjects in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, and post-graduate level subjects in Science. IIT Guwahati is the organizing institute for GATE 2026.
Admit Card Requirements
Candidates must carry a printout of their GATE 2026 admit card to the examination center. No candidate will gain entry without a valid admit card. Additional important documents are also required. The admit card contains essential details including the candidate’s name, photograph, exam schedule, reporting time, and the assigned exam center information.
GATE 2026 Overview
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | GATE 2026 Admit Card Release |
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) |
| Board Name | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
| Application Portal | GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) |
| Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| GATE Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 |
| Exam Shifts | Forenoon: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Afternoon: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Admit Card Release Date | Postponed (Revised date to be announced) |
| Login Credentials | Enrollment ID, Password |
| Exam Duration | 180 minutes (3 hours) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Marks | 100 |
How to Download the GATE Admit Card 2026
Once released, the GATE 2026 hall ticket download link will become active on the official website. Registered candidates can follow these steps to download their admit card:
- Visit the official website:gate2026.iitg.ac.in
- Click on the GOAPS APPLICATION PORTAL link.
- Enter your enrollment ID and password in the login window.
- Locate and click the link for the admit card on the dashboard.
- Review the details displayed on the hall ticket.
- Download and print the admit card for examination day.
Next Steps for Candidates
All candidates must regularly check the official GATE 2026 website for the revised admit card release schedule. IIT Guwahati will update the portal once a new date is finalized. Preparing for the exam dates remains crucial while awaiting the hall ticket availability.