GATE 2026 Exam Dates: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially released the GATE 2026 examination schedule for postgraduate engineering, science, and technology admissions. According to the latest circular, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 will be conducted as a computer-based test over February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, across two daily shifts.
The GATE 2026 exam will be a computer-based test conducted in over 200 test centres. With over 8 lakh aspiring registrants, IIT Guwahati announced that the test centres would hold 30 different exams across the country.
Aspirants must be advised that all official announcements and downloadable resources, such as exam calendars and admit cards, have been posted to the dedicated official page (gate2026.iitg.ac.in).
Key Highlights of GATE 2026 Exam
| Key Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | IIT Guwahati |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026 |
| Paper Count | 30 Distinct Papers |
| Shifts Per Day | 2 (Forenoon & Afternoon) |
| Shift Timings | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–5:30 PM |
| Admit Card Release Date | January 5, 2026 |
| Application Correction Deadline | See official portal |
| Result Announcement Date | March 19, 2026 |
| Exam Center Zones | 8 IIT Zones, 200+ Centers |
| Official Website | gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
GATE 2026 Exam Dates and Shift Timings
The GATE 2026 examination will be organized in two shifts daily, allowing lakhs of students to appear in the sessions based on their chosen discipline.
Forenoon Shift: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
This systematic arrangement also helps in managing crowd control, center efficiency, and ensuring a safe exam environment.
| Exam Date | Forenoon Shift (9:30 AM–12:30 PM) | Afternoon Shift (2:30 PM–5:30 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, February 07, 2026 | AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, XL | AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH |
| Sunday, February 08, 2026 | CS-1, ST | CS-2, EY, NM, PE |
| Saturday, February 14, 2026 | CE-1, EE, PI | BM, CE-2, ME, MT |
| Sunday, February 15, 2026 | EC | AR, DA |
Candidates can refer to the official timetable for session-wise details and paper codes at gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
Paper-Wise Schedule for GATE 2026
Each GATE paper is mapped to designated shifts and dates to maintain fairness and logistical efficiency. Below is the detailed paper-wise schedule:
| Paper Code | Date & Shift |
|---|---|
| AG | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| ES | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| GG | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| IN | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| MA | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| MN | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| TF | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| XE | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| XL | 7 Feb, Forenoon |
| AE | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| BT | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| CH | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| CY | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| GE | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| PH | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| XH | 7 Feb, Afternoon |
| CS-1 | 8 Feb, Forenoon |
| ST | 8 Feb, Forenoon |
| CS-2 | 8 Feb, Afternoon |
| EY | 8 Feb, Afternoon |
| NM | 8 Feb, Afternoon |
| PE | 8 Feb, Afternoon |
| CE-1 | 14 Feb, Forenoon |
| EE | 14 Feb, Forenoon |
| PI | 14 Feb, Forenoon |
| BM | 14 Feb, Afternoon |
| CE-2 | 14 Feb, Afternoon |
| ME | 14 Feb, Afternoon |
| MT | 14 Feb, Afternoon |
| EC | 15 Feb, Forenoon |
| AR | 15 Feb, Afternoon |
| DA | 15 Feb, Afternoon |
How to Check GATE 2026 Exam Dates?
Step 1: Go to the official GATE portal: https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in
Step 2: On the homepage, look for the section titled “Exam Schedule” or “Important Dates”.
Step 3: Click on the GATE 2026 Exam Schedule/Timetable link.
Step 4: Examine the paper-wise schedule and shift timings as displayed on the screen.
Step 5: Download the official PDF schedule for future reference by clicking the download button.
Step 6: For personalized dates and shift information, log in to your candidate portal with your registration ID and password.
Step 7: Once logged in, check your dashboard for individual paper timings, shift allocations, and admit card details.
Step 8: Make note of your reporting time, paper login time, and session slot. Set reminders and preparation schedules accordingly.
