GATE 2026 admit card download: Step-by-step guide to access GOAPS portal
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati is expected to release the GATE 2026 admit cards shortly, following a delay that has left over eight lakh postgraduate aspirants in anticipation.
Originally scheduled for release on January 2, the hall tickets were postponed by the organising institute without a specified reason. While various media reports suggested a release on January 7 or 9, the official website (gate2026.iitg.ac.in) currently maintains that the "revised release date will be announced soon."
How to Download the GATE 2026 Admit Card
Once the link is activated, candidates must use the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) portal to access their documents.
- Step 1: Visit the official website at gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
- Step 2: Click on the "GOAPS" or "Admit Card" login link.
- Step 3: Enter your Enrollment ID and password.
- Step 4: View and download the hall ticket.
- Step 5: Print a clear copy on A4-sized paper (digital copies are not permitted for entry).
Exam Schedule and Paper Details
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 is scheduled to take place across two weekends in February. The exam will be conducted in two shifts: Forenoon (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM) and Afternoon (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM).
Critical Checklist for Aspirants
Candidates are advised to scrutinise their admit cards for any discrepancies. If the photograph, signature, or name spelling is incorrect, you must contact the helpdesk immediately.
On the day of the exam, it is mandatory to carry:
- A printed copy of the GATE 2026 admit card.
- An original photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, PAN Card, or Voter ID) that matches the one used during registration.
The GATE 2026 scores will remain valid for three years and serve as the primary gateway for M.Tech admissions at IITs, IISc, and various Public Sector Undertakings (PSU) recruitments.