GATE 2026 Paper Schedule Released – Full Exam Date & Shift-Wise Timings
Published on November 23, 2025
GATE 2026 Paper Schedule Released – Full Exam Date & Shift-Wise Timings
Short Summary
IIT Guwahati has officially released the complete paper-wise schedule for GATE 2026. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 will be held on 7, 8, 14 and 15 February 2026 in two shifts each day. The official schedule is now available on the GATE 2026 website.
Highlight Table (Quick Overview)
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | GATE 2026 |
| Conducting Body | IIT Guwahati |
| Exam Dates | 7, 8, 14, 15 February 2026 |
| Exam Shifts | Forenoon: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, Afternoon: 2:30 PM–5:30 PM |
| Total Papers | 30 Test Papers |
| Result Date | 19 March 2026 |
| Official Schedule Link | https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in/examination-schedule.html |
GATE 2026 Paper-Wise Exam Schedule
7 February 2026 (Saturday)
Forenoon Session (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, XL
Afternoon Session (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH
8 February 2026 (Sunday)
Forenoon Session (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
CS-1, ST
Afternoon Session (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
CS-2, EY, NM, PE
14 February 2026 (Saturday)
Forenoon Session (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
CE-1, EE, PI
Afternoon Session (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
BM, CE-2, ME, MT
15 February 2026 (Sunday)
Forenoon Session (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
EC
Afternoon Session (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
AR, DA
Other Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) | 6 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply (With Late Fee) | 13 October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 19 March 2026 |
Important Notes
- A total of 30 test papers will be conducted across 4 days.
- Candidates applying for two papers must ensure the selected combination is officially permitted.
- Exam is conducted in two sessions each day.
- Timings are uniform for all exam days.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. When will the GATE 2026 exam be conducted?
The exam will be held on 7, 8, 14 and 15 February 2026.
2. Who is conducting GATE 2026?
IIT Guwahati is the organising institute for GATE 2026.
3. How many test papers are included in GATE 2026?
There are 30 test papers in total.
4. What are the exam timings for GATE 2026?
Forenoon Session: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Afternoon Session: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
5. When will the GATE 2026 result be announced?
The result will be released on 19 March 2026.
6. When will GATE 2026 admit cards be available?
The admit cards will be available in January 2026.
7. Can candidates appear in two papers?
Yes, but only if the combination is officially permitted.