The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has released admit cards for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. Hall tickets became available on January 13, 2026 . Registered candidates must download their admit cards from the official website:gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
Candidates must carry a printed GATE 2026 admit card to the examination centre. This document is mandatory for exam entry. Failure to produce the admit card, along with other required identification, will result in denial of entry. The admit card includes candidate particulars, the exam schedule, reporting time, and exam centre details.
GATE 2026 Examination Schedule
GATE 2026 will occur on four dates in February 2026. The examination dates are February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 . Each exam day features two distinct sessions. The forenoon session runs from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The afternoon session takes place from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
| Examination Date | Session Timing |
|---|---|
| February 7, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Forenoon) |
| 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Afternoon) | |
| February 8, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Forenoon) |
| 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Afternoon) | |
| February 14, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Forenoon) |
| 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Afternoon) | |
| February 15, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Forenoon) |
| 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Afternoon) |
How to Download GATE 2026 Admit Card
Candidates can download their GATE 2026 admit card from the GOAPS Portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official GATE 2026 website:gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
- Click the link stating “GATE 2026 Admit Card has been released and is now available for download from the GOAPS Portal.” This link is found under the ‘Notification’ or ‘Latest Updates’ section.
- Enter your application number and password to log in to the GOAPS portal.
- The GATE 2026 admit card will display on your candidate dashboard.
- Review all printed details on the admit card for accuracy.
- Download the admit card. Print multiple copies for examination day use and personal records.
Details to Verify on GATE 2026 Hall Ticket
Upon downloading, candidates must verify all details on their GATE 2026 hall ticket. Check for the following information:
- Candidate’s full name.
- Assigned Roll Number.
- Official exam name: Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026.
- Examination schedule, including date and session.
- Registered exam subjects.
- Mandatory reporting time for the exam centre.
- Exam centre details, including name and address.
- Candidate’s photograph.
- Candidate’s signature.
- All accompanying instructions for candidates regarding exam day conduct.
Report any discrepancies on the admit card immediately to the GATE 2026 organizing committee at IIT Guwahati. Prompt action ensures corrections before the examination dates.