The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially announced the exam schedule for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. Aspirants preparing for the upcoming national-level engineering entrance exam can now download the complete timetable, including exam dates, session timings, and paper codes.

The detailed exam schedule has been published on the official GATE 2026 website — gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates are advised to check the website for paper-wise exam dates and plan their preparation accordingly.

What’s Included in the GATE 2026 Schedule?

The released schedule includes:

• Paper-wise exam dates
• Morning and afternoon session timings
• Paper codes for all 30+ disciplines
• Day-wise exam distribution

This allows candidates from various engineering, architecture, science, and humanities fields to know their exact exam slot in advance.

Importance of Checking the GATE 2026 Exam Schedule

Knowing your exam date and time helps you:

• Plan your revision strategy effectively
• Manage travel arrangements if you have an outstation exam centre
• Avoid last-minute confusion
• Stay aligned with the official GATE preparation timeline

Where to Check the GATE 2026 Schedule?

Visit: gate2026.iitg.ac.in

On the homepage, you’ll find the “Exam Schedule” section containing the full timetable for all papers.

What’s Next for GATE 2026 Aspirants?

With the exam dates now released, candidates should:

• Revise the complete syllabus
• Practice previous years’ question papers
• Take regular mock tests
• Keep necessary documents like ID proofs and admit card ready

GATE 2026 is expected to be conducted across multiple sessions in February 2026, with admit cards likely to be released a few weeks before the exam.