GATE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date 2026-27 |
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| Registration Start | September 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | September 2026 |
| Exam Date | February 1, 2, 8, 9, 2027 |
| Result Declaration | March 2027 |
| Application Fee (General) | ₹1,800 |
| Application Fee (SC/ST) | ₹900 |
| Attempts Allowed | No limit (age: no limit; must have BE/BTech or final year) |
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Dates above are based on official announcements. Always verify on the official exam website before applying.
GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed or be appearing in Class 10+2 (or equivalent)
- Required subjects as per exam norms (PCM for engineering; PCB for medical)
- Minimum aggregate marks: 50% (General), 40–45% (SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
- Attempts: No limit (age: no limit; must have BE/BTech or final year)
GATE 2027 Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions / Format | Marks |
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| General Aptitude | 10 questions (5×1 + 5×2) | 15 marks |
| Core Subject | 55 questions (25×1 + 30×2) | 85 marks |
| Total | 65 questions | 100 marks |
Negative Marking: -0.33 (1-mark MCQ), -0.67 (2-mark MCQ); 0 for MSQ/Numerical
GATE 2027 Syllabus
General Aptitude (GA) — 15 marks all papers
- Verbal Ability: English grammar, vocabulary
- Numerical Ability: Maths, data interpretation
- Critical reasoning
Core Engineering (85 marks — subject specific)
- Engineering Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability)
- Subject-specific topics based on paper chosen
- 29 papers available: CS, ECE, ME, CE, EE, CH, IN, etc.
GATE CS Key Topics
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Operating Systems
- DBMS & SQL
- Computer Networks
- Theory of Computation
- Compiler Design
GATE 2027 Qualifying Cutoff
| Category | Cutoff | Approx. Marks |
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| IIT Delhi MTech (CS) | GATE Score 750+ (AIR ~100) | Very competitive |
| IIT Bombay MTech (CS) | GATE Score 700+ (AIR ~200) | Highly competitive |
| NIT Trichy MTech | GATE Score 550+ | Moderate competition |
| PSU (BHEL/NTPC/ONGC) | GATE Score 600–750+ | Varies by PSU |
| NITs (general MTech) | GATE Score 450+ | Available across 31 NITs |
College Cutoffs via GATE 2027
| College & Branch | Cutoff | Notes |
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| IIT Bombay MTech CS | AIR ~50–200 | GATE Score 700+ |
| IIT Delhi MTech CS | AIR ~100–300 | GATE Score 720+ |
| IIT Madras MTech CS | AIR ~100–400 | GATE Score 680+ |
| NIT Trichy MTech | AIR ~800–2500 | GATE Score 550+ |
| ONGC PSU Recruitment | GATE Score 650+ | Written + Interview |
How to Apply for GATE 2027
- Visit the official exam website
- Register with valid email and mobile number
- Fill in personal, academic and contact details
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents
- Select exam city preferences
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and save confirmation / application number
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Keep your application number safe. You will need it to download admit card and check results.
FAQs | GATE 2027
What is the GATE 2027 exam date?+
GATE 2027 is expected to be conducted on February 1, 2, 8, and 9, 2027. Registration opens in September 2026. The exam is organised by IIT Bombay for GATE 2027.
What GATE score is needed for IIT Bombay MTech?+
For IIT Bombay MTech in Computer Science, you typically need a GATE score of 700+ (AIR ~50–200). For other branches like Electrical and Mechanical, the cutoff is lower — GATE score 600+ for AIR ~200–600.
Can I get a PSU job with GATE score?+
Yes. Major PSUs like BHEL, NTPC, ONGC, IOCL, PGCIL, and GAIL recruit engineers directly based on GATE scores. Each PSU announces its own GATE score cutoff. Candidates must also appear in a group discussion and/or interview round.
How many papers can I appear in GATE?+
From GATE 2024 onwards, candidates can appear in up to 2 papers, provided the combination is permitted by the GATE committee. Most candidates appear in 1 paper relevant to their engineering branch.