GATE Application Form 2025: Check Edit Facility, Eligibility, Fees, Steps to Apply, Instructions

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2025 ( GATE )

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024 11:07 IST

GATE 2025 Application Form: IIT Roorkee closed the GATE 2025 application form correction process. The last date to make changes was Nov 20 (for other candidates) and Nov 22, 2024 (for PwD candidates). The conducting body also added a new GATE two-paper combination list for registered candidates and announced the GATE 2025 branch-wise exam dates. Candidates had to visit the GOAPS portal to add or modify their paper preferences. As the application form process is now over, candidates can download the form in PDF format from the website. The application form contains all the required information regarding the exam and the candidate. Qualifying GATE offers admissions to master’s, PhD, or PSUs. Registrations were done using the GATE candidate login at the GATE 2025 exam portal. The GATE 2025 exam is scheduled for February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, in two sessions - Morning (9:30 am to 12:30 pm) and Afternoon (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm). The exam dates for different GATE 2025 test papers have been announced on the website. 

The IIT Roorkee GATE 2025 registration form comprises different stages: registration, filling out the application form, uploading documents, and paying fees. The mode of registration is online. To know more about the GATE 2025 application form and exam, candidates can check the GATE FAQ section on the official website. 

This year, IIT Roorkee is conducting the GATE 2025 exam for M.Tech or PhD admission to India’s top institutes, such as IITs, NITs, IIITs or top PSUs, such as GAIL, SAIL, IOCL, and more. The GATE 2025 application fee for female/SC/ST/PwD candidates is INR 900, and for all unreserved candidates, it is INR 1800. The detailed fee structure can be checked on the page below. 

To apply for GATE 2025, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria mentioned in the official information brochure released on the website. Candidates can check the article below to learn more about the exam. 

Important Links For GATE 2025
GATE 2025 Syllabus GATE Previous Year Question Papers
GATE Exam Pattern 2025 GATE 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Interested candidates can read all the important details related to the GATE 2025 admission application form here:

Latest updates:

GATE 2025 New Two-Paper Combination Added

GATE 2025 Branch-Wise Exam Dates Announced

Q:   What is the last date of filling the GATE 2025 Application form?

A:

GATE 2025 Registrations started on 28 August 2024. The last date for the GATE 2025 Registration has been extended to October 3, 2024 due to several requests from the applicants. Earlier, the last date of the application form was 26 September 2024 with regular fee. Candidates will be able to fill the GATE 2025 Application form with late fees till 11 October 2024 (extended). Candidates can check complete details releated to GATE 2025 application form by clicking the given link: GATE 2025 application form

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Q:   When will the GATE 2025 registration start?

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IIT Roorkee has REVISED the GATE 2025 application form dates. As per the revised schedule, GATE 2025 registrations had started on 28 August, 2024. The last date for GATE 2025 registration have been extended to October 3, 2024 (without late fees). Earlier, candidates had to submit the application form by 26 September 2024, with regular fees. Candidates will be able to submit the GATE 2025 application form with late fees until October 11, 2024 (extended).

Candidates can complete information by clicking on the given link: GATE 2025 Application form. To enroll for the GATE exam, candidates have to pay a requisite fee of INR 900 (for female/SC/ST/PWD candidates) and INR 1800 (for other candidates) during the regular period. A late fee of INR 500 is charged for candidates applying after October 3, 2024.  

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Q:   What is application fees for GATE 2025?

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Candidates can check the GATE application fees for different categories below: 

CATEGORY  

Application Fee*  

Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates  (during the regular period)

Rs 900  

All other candidates including foreign nationals  

Rs. 1800  

Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates (during the extended period)

Rs. 1400  

All other candidates including foreign nationals  

Rs. 2300 

Candidates can make the GATE fee payment vis net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI. However, additional online transaction charges may be applicable and will be reflected on the payment portal. 

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Q:   Can I appear for GATE after doing Diploma in civil engineering?

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Hi Ramesh, GATE is used for applying to M.Tech or ME. After Diploma, you have to apply for engineering (BE). After successful completion of your degree, you can go for M.Tech. So, for applying M.Tech, you have to give entrance exam called GATE. You have to qualify for getting good college. Regards.

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Q:   Can I get admission to foreign universities through GATE 2025?

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Yes, there are few foreign top universities which offer admission based on GATE exam. Top universities in Singapore such as National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Universities in Germany such as RWTH Aachen and Technical University of Munich (TUM) offers admission based on GATE performance. 

Candidates must know that there may be external factors also in the admission criteria such as ILETS, TOFEL. So candidates must contact the university before applying for the admission process. 

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GATE 2025 Eligibility Criteria

IIT Roorkee has released the GATE 2025 eligibility criteria on the official website. The criteria comprise the age limit, nationality, relaxation, and educational qualifications. The eligibility criteria is the most important factor in the GATE 2025 admission process. Here are the general GATE 2025 eligibility for candidates who want to apply for the GATE 2025 exam application form

Criteria Eligibility
GATE 2025 Nationality
  • The nationality of the candidate must be India
  • Foreign nationals are also eligible for the GATE examination
GATE 2025 Educational qualification
  • Candidate must have passed graduation in engineering/technology or master's in any relevant science subject.
  • Candidates in the final or pre-final year are also eligible for the GATE exam.
  • Candidates who have obtained or are pursuing their qualifying degree from countries other than India are also eligible for GATE. They must be in their third or higher year or have completed a Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/technology/architecture or any GATE-eligible discipline.
GATE 2025 Age Limit
  • There is no age limit for candidates who want to apply for the GATE examination.
GATE Attempt Limit
  • There is no attempt limit.
Candidates must note that the GATE eligibility criteria for different degrees and specialisations, including the qualification requirements, differ. Therefore, it is important to go through the GATE 2025 eligibility and instructions before filling out the application form. 
Candidates can check the detailed GATE 2025 application form process in the video below -

GATE 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GATE 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

02 Jan '25

GATE 2025 Admit Card

01 Feb '25

GATE 2025 Exam (CS1 | AG | MA | CS2 | NM | MT | TF |IN)

02 Feb '25

GATE 2025 Exam (ME | PE | AR | EE)

15 Feb '25

GATE 2025 Exam (CY | AE | DA | ES | PI | EC | GE |XH | BM | EY)

16 Feb '25

GATE 2025 Exam (CE1 | GG | CH | PH | BT | CE2 | ST | XE | XL |MN)

DatesPast Exam Dates

22 Nov '24

Last Date for GATE 2025 Application Correction (PwD candidates)

20 Nov '24

Last Date for GATE 2025 Application Correction (for other candidates)

31 Oct '24

Start Date for GATE 2025 Application Form Correction

Documents required to fill GATE 2025 application form

Candidates must submit the required documents to complete the GATE 2025 registration form. The documents must be readable, clear, and in a specified format. It should be appropriately scanned so that the documents can be uploaded correctly. Uploading unreadable documents may lead to delays in processing the application and may lead to rejection of candidature. Candidates must check the below-mentioned list of required documents: 

  • A high-quality image of a candidate's photograph of the specified requirements. 
  • A good-quality image of the candidate's signature conforming to the specified requirements. 
  • The candidate must upload details of the Educational Degree Certificate, provisional Certificate, or Certificate from the Head of the Department/ Institute.
  • The candidate must upload a scanned copy of the Category (SC/ST) certificate in PDF format (if applicable). Authorised officers must issue the certificate (as mentioned in the official GATE 2025 notification). 
  • Candidates must specify one of the following valid Photo Identity Documents (IDs): Voter ID, PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Passport, etc. 
  • Candidate must upload PwD Certificate and specify Scribe Requirements (In case of PwD candidates)
  • The candidate must upload the Certificate of Dyslexic Condition & specify the scribe requirements (In case of dyslexic candidate)

PHOTOGRAPH REQUIREMENTS: 

  • A recent colour photograph with a white background and the candidate's face should cover 60-70% of the photograph's area. 
  • The photo of the candidate must be of 3.5 cm width × 4.5 cm height with a minimum size of 5 KB to a maximum 1 MB.
  • Photographs must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG Format with a resolution between 200 x 260 pixels and 530 x 690 pixels
  • The candidate’s face must not be covered with objects such as cloth, caps, hats, sunglasses, coloured glasses, etc. except for religious reasons. 

SIGNATURE REQUIREMENTS 

  • The candidate's signature must be in black or dark blue ink, covering a minimum of 70-80% of the image's area. 
  • The size of the signature must be between 1cm width × 2.75 cm height and 1cm width × 3.75 cm height, with a minimum size of 3 KB and a maximum size of 1 MB. 
  • The signature must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG Format with a pixel resolution range of at least 250 × 80 pixels to a maximum of 580 × 180 pixels
  • The candidate must ensure that the uploaded signature matches the signature at the time of examination, else he/she will be disqualified. 

EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS

  • The Original/ Passing Degree format is specified in Appendix A of the Information Brochure.
  • The certificate must be in PDF Format & file size should be between 10 KB and 300 KB.
  • Aadhaar-UID, Aadhaar Virtual ID, Government ID, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID or Driving License are accepted as valid photo ID proof. 
  • The candidate must bring the original ID proof with the GATE 2025 Admit Card on the examination day.  
  • The photo ID must clearly show the name, photo, ID number, and date of birth.  
  • Candidates must ensure that they provide a recent & government-authorised PwD category certificate. 
  • Benefits would be given to those with benchmark disabilities, i.e., not less than 40% impairment, irrespective of the type of disability. 

DYSLEXIA CERTIFICATE FOR GATE Registrations 2025

Such a certificate can be obtained from any Dyslexia Association. Some of them are listed below: 

  • Dyslexia Trust of Kolkata, Divya Jalan, Aruna Bhaskar 3, Dover Park, Kolkata – 700019.  
  • Madras Dyslexia Association, 94 Park View, G.N. Chetty Road, T. Nagar, Chennai –600017 
  • Maharashtra Dyslexia Association, 003, Amit Park Bldg, L J Road, Deonar, Mumbai 400088. The Dyslexia Association of India, MZ-47, The Center Stage Mall, Plot No 01, Block L, Sector 18, NOIDA, 201303. 

Any dyslexic or PwD candidate can avail of the facility of a scribe for the GATE 2025 exam. Candidates can check the scribe specifications below.

SCRIBE SPECIFICATIONS: 

  • The scribe must not be a candidate for the GATE 2025 examination. 
  • The educational qualification of the scribe must be less than the minimum eligibility criteria of GATE. 
  • A panel of (Y+1) scribes for Y candidates will be available at the exam centre so that candidates can choose an alternative scribe for the services. 
  • Candidates with scribes will be given an extra 1 hour of compensatory time if their writing capabilities are limited. 

Q:   Who is eligible for GATE exam?

A:

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is the entrance exam for admission to postgraduate courses at IITs, NITs, IIITs in Engineering, Science and other allied subjects. The detailed eligibility criteria of GATE are given below:

  • Candidates who are currently studying in the 3rd or higher years of any undergraduate degree programme or who have completed any government approved degree programme in Engineering/ Technology/ Science/ Architecture/ Humanities are eligible to appear for GATE 2024.
  • Candidates who possess certification from any of the below list professional societies are also eligible to apply for GATE however, they must ensure that those examinations are approved by MoE/AICTE/UGC/ UPSC as being equivalent to B.E./ B.Tech./ B.Arch./ B.Planning, etc. 
    • The Institution of Engineers (India) (IE)
    • The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
    • The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE)
    • The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI)
    • The Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, including Polymer and Environmental Group (IIChE)
    • The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM)
    • The Indian Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIIE)
  • Candidates who have obtained/are pursuing their qualifying degree from countries other than India are also eligible. All such candidates must be currently in the 3rd or higher years or must have completed their Bachelor’s degree (of at least three years duration) in Engineering/ Technology/ Science/ Architecture/ Humanities. 
  • Candidates pursuing or in possession of any higher degree will be allowed to appear for GATE 2024.
  • Candidates must note that there is no age limit to apply for GATE.
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Q:   I belong to SC/ST/PwD category, do I need to submit the category certificate while filling in the GATE 2025 application form?

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YES, Candidates must produce the category certificate to avail the concession in application fee. 

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Q:   What if my details mismatch in educational documents and government photo ID card while filling in the GATE 2025 application form?

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Candidates are advised to rectify the mistake if any are found in the documents.  If a candidate fills in the GATE application form with mismatched details such as name, date of birth, etc. his/her application form will show DEFECTIVE after submitting the application form. The application form also stands a chance of getting rejected altogether. So, candidates must keep in mind that their details in all the documents are properly matched, if not please make sure to get them modified before the GATE 2025 application form. 

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Q:   I belong to OBC/EWS category, do I need to submit the category certificate while filling in the GATE 2025 application form?

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Candidates belonging to OBC/EWS category do not need to submit the category certificate. 

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GATE 2025 Application Form Fees

The conducting authority, IIT Roorkee, accepts only the GATE 2025 application form if the payment is completed. The GATE application form fee submission mode is online via net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI. International master and visa cards are also acceptable for payment of the GATE application fee. The GATE registration fee for general is INR 1800 (without a late fee) and INR 2300 (with a late fee). However, additional online transaction charges may be available and will reflected on the payment portal. Candidates must note that the GATE registration fee 2025 is non-refundable, except when a certain combination is removed by the GATE conducting body. 

The application fee for GATE 2025 is different for general and reserved/female category candidates. Here are the fee details of the application form for different category sections, along with the GATE 2025 late fee charges -

Category

GATE application fee during the regular period (Aug 24, 2024, to September 26, 2024)

GATE application fee during the extended period (September 27, 2024 to October 11, 2024)

SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates

INR 900

INR 1400

All other candidates, including foreign nationals

INR 1800

INR 2300

Candidates must note that the application fee mentioned above does not include any service charges, processing fees, or other charges that the bank may levy. The GATE registration fee for two test papers will be twice that for a single paper. 

Note: In addition, PwD candidates with a benchmark disability of more than 40% are eligible for fee concession.

GATE 2025 Application Fee Payment Instructions

GATE application form 2025 accepts payment methods such as net banking, credit cards, debit cards, and UPI. Candidates can also make payments through an international visa and master card. The fee amount is visible on the payment portal, where candidates must confirm and pay. Once the payment is successful, candidates will be redirected to the application form portal, where they can download the PDF copy of the GATE exam form. 

Before paying the application fee for GATE 2025, candidates must check their internet connectivity. In case of poor internet connection or glitch issues, candidates must check their transaction status from their bank account and log in again after some time to check the GATE application form payment status. Candidates can contact this phone number—8037097019—or send an e-mail to iitrgate@ccavenuehelpdesk.zendesk.com for any GATE application payment failure issues.

If the payment is received, the candidate can download the application form. If not, a fresh payment must be initiated. However, if the amount is deducted from the bank account but the payment acknowledgement still needs to be received, the money will be credited back to the source account within 15 days. Candidates are advised to make the payment beforehand to avoid the last-minute rush. 

GATE 2025 Application Form Process

GATE aspirants must visit the GOAPs portal on the official website- gate2025.iitr.ac.in to apply. The registration link for GATE 2025 is now closed. The last day to complete the registration without late fees was October 3, 2024 (without paying a late fee). The last date to submit the GATE application form with late fees was extended to October 11, 2024 (with a late fee of INR 500). The interface offers several facilities for students, such as filling out the GATE 2025 exam application form, uploading documents, paying the application fee, checking the GATE application form status, downloading the admit card, rank or score card, etc. However, following the guidelines and instructions prescribed by the GATE conducting authorities is essential to experience a seamless application form submission.

Here is a step-by-step GATE 2025 application form guideline that the candidates must follow -

GATE 2021 Application Process

Step I - Registration

This is the first stage of the application form process. During the GATE 2025 registration at goaps.iitr.ac.in, candidates must provide their full name, date of birth, valid e-mail ID, and mobile number and then create a password. All communication regarding the GATE exam will be sent to the contact details offered by the candidate. 

Once the registration is completed, candidates will receive a GATE enrollment ID, which will be the reference ID for all future communications regarding the exam. Candidates must create a unique GATE 2025 password, around 8 to 15 characters during enrollment. The GATE enrollment ID and password are the GATE 2025 login credentials. 

A snapshot of the GOAPS login window: 

Step II - Filling the GATE application form

After completing the GATE registration process, candidates have to proceed to fill out the application form. Candidates are advised to fill out the details carefully. The mode of the application form is online and must be strictly filled by the candidate. During the GATE application process, candidates have to provide the following information -

  • Personal information - (Candidate’s name, Date of birth, Mobile number, Parent’s name, Parent’s mobile number, etc). The information on the application form must match that on a valid photo ID. Candidates are advised to enter all the information correctly to avoid rejecting the application form.  Candidates must not use any prefix or title such as Mr./ Shri/ Dr./ Mrs./ Smt./ Prof./ Capt./ Maj./ Lt./ Col. etc. before names. 
  • Communication details - Address including Pincode
  • Educational Qualifications - School and graduation degree details, college name and address with pin code, etc. 
  • GATE exam details - Choose options for GATE test papers and GATE examination cities
  • A recent photograph and signature as per the specifications
  • Scanned copy of documents - Valid ID proof, category certificate, PwD certificate, and Dyslexic certificate in PDF format
  • Scribe requirement details

Step III - Uploading of Documents

After filling out the details, candidates must upload a scanned copy of the required documents, including photographs, signatures, educational certificates, category certificates, etc. After completing all the steps, preview the application form. Candidates must check every detail after filling out the form and must rectify the mistake if found before final submission. Candidates must upload each document as per the prescribed specifications mentioned below -

  • Good quality image of the candidate’s photograph conforming to the specifications 
  • Good quality image of the candidate’s signature conforming to the specifications    
  • A scanned copy of a valid photo Identity Document (ID)  
  • PDF copy of Category (SC/ST) certificate (if applicable)  
  • A PDF copy of the PwD Certificate (if applicable)  
  • PDF copy of Dyslexic Certificate (if applicable)  

Step IV - Payment of Application Fees

Candidates must pay the application to complete the application form. Candidates can check the details of the category-wise GATE 2025 application fee. After completing the application form, click “Submit & Proceed to the payment”. Once the candidate clicks on the “submit & proceed to payment" after filling out the GATE Application form, the GOAPS 2025 Portal redirects the candidate to a new Payment gateway webpage. Candidates can pay via netbanking/credit card/debit card/UPI. The candidate will be redirected to the GATE 2025 Portal upon successful transaction. 

Step V - Application Form Submission

Once the payment is successful, a unique “Fee Payment Number” will be generated, which the candidate MUST save.  Before submitting the GATE 2025 exam form, candidates must read and accept the declaration statement provided at the end of the application process stage. Confirm the declaration statement and submit the application form. Candidates must note that they can’t edit the provided details after submitting the form. After submission, candidates can download the GATE 2025 registration form in PDF format and save it for future purposes. 

Q:   Can I fill in the GATE 2025 Application form with newly created e-mail ID?

A:

Yes, A candidate can fill the application form with newly created email, However candidate must not change provided email for communication purpose.

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Q:   Which institute will conduct GATE 2025?

A:

IIT Roorkee is most likely to conduct GATE 2025. 

These 8 institutions including 7 IITs and IISc Bangalore conduct GATE exam in cyclicity of order. Candidates can check year-wise GATE conducting authorities for better understanding.

ORGANISING INSTITUTE 

YEAR 

IISc Bangalore   

2016 

IIT Roorkee   

2017 

IIT Guwahati   

2018 

IIT Madras   

2019 

IIT Delhi   

2020 

IIT Bombay   

2021 

IIT Kharagpur   

2022 

IIT Kanpur   

2023 

IISc Bangalore 

2024 

IIT Roorkee* 

2025 

IIT Guwahati* 

2026 

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Q:   I am in second year of my graduation through lateral entry after completing Diploma. Am I eligible for GATE?

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YES, Candidates who have taken admission after finishing their Diploma courses in their second year are technically in their 3rd year after completing 10 + 2. Any undergraduate student in 3rd year or higher years of any government-approved programme in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Arts/Commerce/Science can appear for GATE Exam. 

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Q:   I am currently in my 2nd year of graduation; Can I fill GATE 2025 application form?

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No, Candidates who are in final/ 3rd or above year in their graduation only can fill GATE application form. Candidates in 1st or 2nd year of graduation cannot fill in the GATE application form. 

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Q:   Can I use one e-mail address to fill multiple GATE application forms?

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No, Candidates must know that each email is linked to a unique enrollment number and password. GATE exam conducting authorities allows one e-mail address to be used to submit only ONE GATE application form. 

Explore more: https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/gate-exam-application-form

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GATE 2025 Application Form Paper Combination

The GATE two-paper combination can be selected when filling out the GATE 2025 application form. IIT Roorkee has included a new two-paper combination list for the registered candidates. Applicants can check the new GATE two-paper combination information below. Candidates must choose both subjects from the allowed subject combination in the GATE 2025 exam. The priority subject is the primary paper; the second is termed the secondary paper. GATE organising authority can add or remove a paper/paper from the given combination during the correction window.

Candidates can check the subject combinations for the GATE 2025 exam in Table-

GATE 2025 New Two-Paper Combination List

Candidates can check the new GATE 2025 two-paper combination details below -

First Paper Code

Second Paper Code

Aerospace Engineering (AE)

Geomatics Engineering (GE)

Agricultural Engineering (AG)

Engineering Sciences (XE)

Architecture and Planning (AR)

Geology and Geophysics (GG) | Engineering Sciences (XE)

Biomedical Engineering (BM)

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | Electrical Engineering (EE) | Engineering Sciences (XE)

Biotechnology (BT)

Environmental Science and Engineering (ES) | Ecology and Evolution (EY) | Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Civil Engineering (CE)

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) | Electrical Engineering (EE)

Chemical Engineering (CH)

Chemistry (CY) | Life Sciences (XL) | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)

Engineering Sciences (XE) | Biotechnology (BT) | Electrical Engineering (EE) | Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Chemistry (CY)

Chemical Engineering (CH) | Humanities and Social Sciences (XH)

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Biomedical Engineering (BM) | Civil Engineering  (CE) | Instrumentation Engineering (IN) | Chemical Engineering (CE) | Metallurgical Engineering (MT) | Biotechnology (BT) | Humanities and Social Sciences (XH) | Geomatics Engineering (GE)

Electronics and Communication (EC)

Life Sciences

Electrical Engineering (EE)

Biomedical Engineering (BM) | Life Sciences (XL) | Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | Civil Engineering (CE)

Environmental Science and Engineering (ES)

Biotechnology (BT) | Ecology and Evolution (EY)

Ecology and Evolution (EY)

Biotechnology (BT) | Mathematics (MA) | Environmental Science and Engineering (ES)

Geomatics Engineering (GE)

Mining Engineering (MN) | Engineering Sciences (XE) | Aerospace Engineering (AE) | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Geology and Geophysics (GG)

Architecture and Planning (AR) | Mining Engineering (MN) | Engineering Sciences (XE)

Instrumentation Engineering (IN)

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Mathematics (MA)

Ecology and Evolution (EY)

Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)

Mining Engineering (MN)

Geomatics Engineering (GE) | Geology and Geophysics (GG)

Metallurgical Engineering (MT)

Production and Industrial Engineering (PI) | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (NM)

Engineering Sciences (XE)

Petroleum Engineering (PE)

Engineering Sciences (XE)

Physics (PH)

Life Sciences (XL)

Production and Industrial Engineering (PI)

Metallurgical Engineering (MT)

Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF)

Engineering Sciences (XE) | Civil Engineering (CE)

Engineering Sciences (XE)

Agricultural Engineering (AG) | Architecture and Planning (AR) | Biomedical Engineering (BM) | Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | Geomatics Engineering  (GE) | Geology and Geophysics (GG) | Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (NM) | Petroleum Engineering (PE) | Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) 

Humanities and Social Science (XH)

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | Chemistry (CY)

Life Sciences (XL)

Chemical Engineering (CH) | Electrical Engineering (EE) | Physics (PH) | Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) 

GATE 2025 Original Two-Paper Combination List 

First Paper code (Primary paper) 

Second paper code (secondary paper) 

[Allowed for combination] 

First paper code (primary paper) 

Second paper code (secondary paper) 

[Allowed for combination] 

AE  

CE, ME, XE 

GE  

AR, CE, CS, ES, GG 

AG  

CE 

GG  

GE 

AR  

CE, GE 

IN  

BM, EC, EE, ME 

BM  

BT, IN 

MA  

CS, DA, PH, ST 

BT 

BM, XL 

ME  

AE, DA, IN, NM, PI, XE 

CE  

AE, AG AR, ES, GE, NM, XE 

MT

XE

CH  

ES, PE, XE 

NM  

CE, ME

CS 

DA, EC, GE, MA, PH, ST 

PE

CH

CY 

XE, XL 

PE 

CS, DA, EC, EE, MA, XE

DA 

CS, EC, EE, MA, ME, PH, ST, XE  

PI

ME, XE 

EC 

CS, DA, EE, IN, PH 

ST

CS, DA, MA, XH

EE 

DA, EC, IN, PH 

XE

AE, CE, CH, CY, DA, ME, MT, PH, PI 

ES 

CE, CH, GE 

XH

ST

EY 

XL 

XL

BT, CY, EY

 

Q:   I have done B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Can I opt for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in the GATE exam?

A:

Yes, any candidate can opt for the subject of his/her wish, however it is advised to candidates that they should choose the subject based on the grounds of their graduation and the course they want to study after clearing the GATE exam

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Q:   Can I appear in any of the GATE 2025 papers?

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Candidates are given free choice to choose the GATE papers, however candidates should choose the papers which align with the qualifying degree. E.g; If a candidate have done B.Tech. in Civil Engineering he/she should choose CE GATE paper. 

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Q:   Can I write GATE for mechanical engineering after completing B.Tech in chemical engineering?

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Yes, you can take GATE exam with mechanical. The GATE authority allows two paper combination for various papers in case any candidate wish to appear in more than one paper in the same year. The list of two paper combinations for GATE can be checked on the Shiksha page as well as the official website of GATE. 

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Q:   Can I appear in more than one paper in GATE exam?

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Candidates are allowed to appear in any 2 papers of the 30 papers from the officially paired paper combinations in GATE 2025 exam. Candidates must choose carefully make the paper they wish to write. A candidate is expected to appear in a paper appropriate to the discipline of his/her qualifying degree. However, he/she is free to choose any paper according to his/her admission plan, keeping in mind the GATE eligibility criteria of the institutions in which he/she wishes to seek admission. The list of paper combinations that students wish to select can be checked on the GATE 2025 official website.

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Q:   What is two paper combination in the GATE exam?

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The GATE Two-Paper combination is a facility that allows candidates to select two subjects instead of one. The two paper combination refers to the primary and secondary paper. The primary paper refers to the specific engineering branch in which the candidate has completed their graduation. On the other hand, the secondary paper is related to the engineering branches that the candidate can choose as their secondary paper. Candidates can find all possible two paper combinations on the official website along with the test paper codes. 

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GATE 2025 Application Form: List of Details Printed

A fully filled and submitted IIT Roorkee GATE 2025 application form consists of the following details mentioned - 

Applicant's Details - 

  • Zone/Scrutiny code
  • Enrollment ID number
  • Barcode of the enrollment ID
  • Full name of the applicant
  • Date of Birth
  • Gender
  • Category
  • Nationality
  • Contact number of parent's or guardian
  • Name of the parent's or guardian

Communication Details - 

  • Address and contact details of the applicant, followed by e-mail ID
  • Pincode

Qualification Details -

  • Graduation degree - B.Tech/B.Arch/or any degree
  • Discipline of the graduation degree
  • Graduation status
  • Year of Graduation
  • Address detail of the university or college or institute

GATE Exam Details -

  • GATE Paper Code
  • Name of the Subject Test Paper
  • Exam City Options - City 1| City 1| City 3 |

GATE Application Fee Payment Details -

  • Mode of payment
  • Transaction Reference Number
  • Transaction date
  • Application fee amount
  • Payment for

Other Information -

  • Declaration statement
  • e-signature of the applicant
  • Digital fingerprint

If a candidate faces any issue regarding the GATE application form 2025, he/she can contact the Zonal GATE Office. The contact and e-mail details are provided below-

GATE Office

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Roorkee 247667

helpdesk.gate@iitr.ac.in

Mobile number - 01332 -284531

Once the application form for the GATE exam is submitted, candidates can log in anytime and check their GATE application form status.

How to Add a Secondary Paper after Submitting GATE 2025 Application Form?

If you have applied for one paper and submitted the GATE 2025 application form, you can still add a Paper II during the application process. To do that, follow the steps below -

  • Visit the official website of GATE- gate2025.iitr.ac.in
  • Click on the application form link at the GOAPS portal
  • Login using the credentials - enrollment ID, password, and captcha expression
  • Once you are logged in, an application status page will be displayed on the screen. With that, there is an option to add another paper displayed on the screen. You can click the add paper option and select from the options for GATE Paper II. 
  • Select the paper, pay using any payment mode, and submit the application form. This paper selection is considered your GATE Paper II or secondary paper. 

GATE 2025 Application Status

The GATE 2025 application status denotes the current status of your application form. It informs you whether your application is successfully submitted or not. Candidates can check their GATE application form status on the GOAPS portal. To check the status, candidates can follow the steps below -

  • Visit the official website - gate2025.iitr.ac.in
  • Click on the application link
  • Log in using the credentials - Enrollment ID and password
  • Once logged in, candidates can see their name and enrollment ID and the status of the registration form

Details Mentioned in the GATE Application Form Status -

  • GATE Enrollment ID of the Applicant
  • Name of the Applicant
  • Application Form Status

Suppose any issue is related to the information provided in the GATE online form. In that case, the status will be displayed as "Application Under Scrutiny", which states that your application is under review. If any discrepancy is found, the GATE authorities will mail it to the registered e-mail ID and number provided by the candidate at the time of application filling. Here is an example of the e-mail the GATE conducting authorities sent stating the error in the GATE application form 2025

GATE 2025 Application Status

 

 

GATE 2025 Application Form Correction

The GATE 2025 application form registration is now closed. Candidates must note that the application status will be updated after scrutiny by the respective zonal GATE offices. Candidates can check the status of their application form anytime by logging into their GATE 2025 account. The GATE 2025 application form correction window was available from Oct 31 to November 20, 2024. For PwD applicants, the last date to access the correction facility was November 22, 2024. Candidates must promptly rectify defects in their application within the stipulated time. Candidates are advised to log into the Application Portal and check the status of the defects from time to time.

Candidates can change the details they have already filled out by paying a fee per change. However, they cannot change more than one detail for a single fee payment. Candidates can check the detail-wise modification/correction fee* in the table below. 

How to modify the already filled details?

IIT Roorkee opened the correction window for candidates who have submitted their GATE 2025 application form. For each correction candidates must pay the correction fee, please refer to the above table. Candidates can check the steps to make corrections;

Step 1: Visit the official website at gate2025.iitr.ac.in or click on the link above

Step 2: Click on the link that reads, ‘GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS),’ appearing on the page

Step 3: Enter your credentials, Password & GOAPS Enrollment ID, and log in

Step 4: Make corrections in the application form, as instructed.

Step 5: Click on the submit button after making the required changes.

Candidates are advised to download and take a printout of the newly submitted application form with changes made. 

Description of Changes/Modification

Fee Charges (per paper)

Change in name

INR 500

Change in Date of Birth

INR 500

Change in Choice of Examination Cities

INR 500

Change in Existing Cities

INR 500

Adding second paper (from given combinations with respect to the primary paper)

INR 500 including application fee for the additional paper

Change of gender to female

INR 500

Change of gender from female to any other gender

INR 500 + INR 900 = INR 1400 (for all other candidates)

Change of category from SC/ST to any other

INR 500 (for female candidates or PWD candidates)

INR 500+ INR 900 = INR 1400 (for all other candidates)

Change from Non-PWD/ Dyslexic to PWD/Dyslexic

INR 500

Change from PWD/ Dyslexic to Non PWD/Dyslexic

INR 500 (for female candidates or PWD candidates)

INR 500+ INR 900 = INR 1400 (for all other candidates)

Any other change in category (not mentioned above)

INR 500

Details of Parents/Guardian/Correspondence Address

-

College Name and Location, Roll Number, Registration Number

-

Q:   What if I have not submitted the photograph/signature with mentioned specifications in GATE 2025 Application form?

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Candidates must know that by doing so their application form will be marked DEFECTIVE. Candidates will be intimated by email, SMS or phone call from your respective Zone to RECTIFY your DEFECT (by uploading a new photograph). Candidates will be given chances for rectification up to the deadline, beyond which your application will either be considered as PROVISIONAL or REJECTED. 

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Q:   Can I change my category after submitting the GATE application form?

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Yes, Candidates will be given a correction window to change/ modify the already filled details in GATE application form. The application correction window will be activated on November 6, 2024. Candidates can change their category against a fee of INR 500. Candidates will not be able edit any detail after the correction window is closed. 

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Q:   Can I change my examination city after submitting the GATE application form?

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Yes, Candidates will be given a correction window to change/ modify the already filled details in GATE application form. 

Only after the last date for application submission, a request for the change of examination city will be entertained against additional payment till the correction window is open. 

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Q:   I want to use my new name taken after the marriage. I have a photo ID with older name. Will my GATE application form be REJECTED?

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Candidate must upload the photo ID with old name along with an affidavit. Otherwise, his/her application will either be considered as PROVISIONAL or REJECTED. Also, he/she must carry an affidavit along with the photo ID to the examination hall. 

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How to make changes in the GATE 2025 paper?

Candidates must know they can change the papers in the GATE 2025 application form within a stipulated time frame. Candidates opting to appear in two test papers must have a primary and secondary choice of paper. Candidates can use the following steps to make changes in the GATE 2025 papers.

  • Visit the GATE 2025 website- gate2025.iitr.ac.ain
  • Click on the application form link and log in using the Enrollment ID and Password
  • Select the “Edit option” and make the required changes. 
  • Read the instructions, fill in the captcha code and make the payment.
  • Download the modified GATE 2025 application form and take the printout.

Q:   Can I change the examination center after filling out the GATE 2025 application form?

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Yes, Candidates can change their examination city after filling up the GATE application form 2025, candidates have to pay a fee for making the correction . Candidates needs to pay INR 500 for as correction charges.

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Q:   Can I change the subject papers after the submission of the GATE 2025 application form?

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Yes, Candidates will be given a correction window to change/ modify the already filled details in GATE application form. 

Candidates can change the subjects for an additional fee during the correction window. Candidates will not be able edit any detail after the correction window is closed. 

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Important FAQs regarding the GATE 2025 Application Form

Check Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to GATE application form 2024.

Q:   Can I get admission to M.Tech course at IITs and NITs without giving GATE exam?

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Yes, IITs offer some seats to sponsored students. Those students who are sponsered by their employer or organisation can take admission to M.Tech courses without attending GATE exam. However for unsponsered candidates it is mandetory to take GATE exam in order to get admission to M.Tech courses. Read more at https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/articles/admissions-to-iits-without-gate-2025-scores-blogId-176587

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