GATE 2026 Exam Schedule Released by IIT Guwahati

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has unveiled the GATE 2026 exam schedule, detailing the exam pattern, important dates, and required documents for candidates. Scheduled for February 2026, the exam will occur in two shifts, with results expected in March. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the complete schedule and ensure they have all necessary documents ready for submission. This announcement is crucial for those preparing for the GATE exam, as it outlines everything needed for a successful application.

By Ambika Singh Nov 18, 2025, 14:21 IST

GATE 2026 Exam Schedule Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially announced the schedule for the GATE 2026 examination. You can find the complete exam timetable on the official GATE website at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The GATE exam will take place in two shifts, so if you're planning to participate, make sure to review the schedule.

Understanding the GATE Exam Pattern

GATE Exam Structure

The GATE syllabus is categorized into three main sections: General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics, and the core subject of your choice. General Aptitude is uniform across all papers and assesses logical and critical thinking skills. Engineering Mathematics includes questions specific to the subject, while the main paper focuses on your selected discipline. The GATE exam comprises multiple-choice questions (MCQs), multiple-select questions (MSQs), and numerical answer type (NAT) questions, totaling 100 questions.

GATE Result Announcement

GATE Results Expected in March

As per the schedule, the GATE exam is set for February 2026. It will be conducted in two shifts: the first from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and the second from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The results are anticipated to be released on March 19, 2026.

GATE 2026 Exam Schedule Details

GATE Exam Schedule

Day / Date	Time (IST)	Session	Test Papers
Saturday, 07 February 2026	9:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Forenoon (FN)	AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, XL
	2:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Afternoon (AN)	AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH
Sunday, 08 February 2026	9:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Forenoon (FN)	CS-1, ST
	2:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Afternoon (AN)	CS-2, EY, NM, PE
Saturday, 14 February 2026	9:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Forenoon (FN)	CE-1, EE, PI
	2:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Afternoon (AN)	BM, CE-2, ME, MT
Sunday, 15 February 2026	9:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Forenoon (FN)	EC
	2:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Afternoon (AN)	AR, DA

Essential Documents for GATE Exam

Required Documents

To ensure your application is accepted for the GATE exam, you must submit the following documents:

Candidate's photograph

Candidate's signature

Valid photo ID

Category certificate (if applicable)

UDID/PwD certificate (if applicable)