The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati has released the GATE 2026 response sheets and the provisional answer key. Candidates who took the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering can now download these documents from the official GOAPS portal at goaps.iitg.ac.in .
Access to the response sheets and answer key requires the candidate’s enrollment ID and password. The released materials include the question paper, the candidate’s responses, and the provisional answer key.
Objections to Provisional Answer Key
Candidates finding errors in the provisional answer key can submit challenges online. The deadline for submitting objections is not specified in the release but candidates are advised to check the portal promptly.
To raise an objection, candidates must log in to the GOAPS portal. They should locate the GATE Answer Key section and select the specific question they wish to challenge. A valid reason for the objection must be provided, supported by relevant documents. An objection fee will also be required.
IIT Guwahati will review all submitted objections. A revised final answer key will be published after expert committee evaluation. This process is standard for GATE examinations.
Downloading Response Sheet and Answer Key
To download the GATE 2026 response sheet and provisional answer key, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official GATE 2026 website or the GOAPS portal.
- Log in using their GATE enrollment ID and password.
- Navigate to the dashboard to find and download the response sheet and answer key.
A direct link to the answer key and response sheet is available on the GOAPS portal.
Calculating Estimated Scores
Candidates can estimate their GATE 2026 scores using the provisional answer key and their downloaded response sheets. The marking scheme is provided by IIT Guwahati.
The marking scheme details marks awarded for different question types and penalties for incorrect answers. This allows candidates to get an approximate score before the official results are announced.
| Question Type | Marks | Negative Marking for Wrong Answer |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | 1 mark | 1/3rd of a mark |
| Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | 2 marks | 2/3rd of a mark |
| Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) | Any | No negative or partial marking |
| Numerical Answer Type (NATs) | Any | No negative or partial marking |