The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati), the organising body for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026, is poised to announce the official release date for the crucial admit cards. The hall tickets will be made available for download exclusively on the official GATE 2026 portal, gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Candidates must note that the admit card will not be dispatched via post or email, making the online download process mandatory for all aspirants.
How to Download Your GATE 2026 Hall Ticket
Once the admit cards go live, candidates will need to visit the official website and log in using their registered credentials, such as their enrollment ID and password. Upon successful login, the GATE 2026 admit card will be accessible for download. It is compulsory to carry a printed copy of this hall ticket on A4-size paper to the examination centre on the day of the test. Entry will be strictly prohibited without this document.
The admit card is a comprehensive document containing vital information. Candidates will find their personal details like name and registration number, the selected paper code, the full address of the assigned examination centre, and the exact date and time of the test. It will also feature the candidate's photograph and signature as uploaded during registration, along with important exam-day instructions.
Critical Details to Verify on Your Admit Card
Immediately after downloading, candidates must conduct a thorough verification of all printed particulars. Any error, no matter how minor, could lead to complications at the examination venue. Scrutinise the spelling of your name and your parents' names for absolute accuracy. Confirm that the paper or paper combination mentioned matches your application choice, especially since GATE allows for appearing in one or two papers.
Pay close attention to the visual identity markers. The photograph and signature on the hall ticket must be clear, legible, and identical to the ones submitted during the application process. Candidates with unclear or mismatching photographs risk being denied entry into the examination hall. Furthermore, double-check the examination centre address, reporting time, and session (forenoon or afternoon) to plan your travel accordingly.
Exam Schedule and Procedure for Discrepancies
GATE 2026 is scheduled to be conducted over multiple days between February 7 and February 15, 2026. The computer-based test will be held in two sessions daily: the forenoon session from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and the afternoon session from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
In the event you spot any discrepancy in your admit card details, you must act swiftly. Contact the GATE administering authority at IIT Guwahati immediately to report the error and seek rectification. This must be done well before the examination dates, as requests for changes to the exam centre, date, or session will not be entertained later. Along with the admit card, candidates must carry the original, valid photo ID proof specified during application for verification at the centre.
Remember, the admit card also lists prohibited items. Electronic devices, calculators, watches, wallets, books, and papers are not allowed inside the hall. Only the on-screen virtual calculator provided during the test can be used for calculations. Adhering to all these guidelines will ensure a smooth examination experience.
