Candidates in the permitted year of an eligible undergraduate programme, or graduates of an eligible programme, may apply as defined in the brochure.
Verified 2026 guide
GATE education, age and application conditions from official rules. Verified against The current organising IIT or IISc sources on 23 September 2026.
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Candidates in the permitted year of an eligible undergraduate programme, or graduates of an eligible programme, may apply as defined in the brochure.
The accepted degrees and professional qualifications are listed in detail by the organising institute.
Admission and PSU recruitment can impose requirements beyond GATE eligibility.
Eligibility is assessed from the complete current notification. If one condition is unclear, use the official source before applying.
The organising institute and official domain rotate. Paper syllabi and qualifying marks must be checked each cycle.
Official authority: The current organising IIT or IISc. Last verified: 23 September 2026.
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