GATE 2027 Correction Window Open: Edit Application by 14 Nov at gate2027.iitm.ac.in

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has opened the GATE 2027 Application Data Correction Window from 10 November to 14 November 2026 on the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Candidates who have already registered for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 can log in to the GOAPS portal and correct permitted details in their submitted application forms. Separately, candidates who received a scrutiny defect notice can rectify defects until 30 November 2026 at no extra fee.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027

Application Data Correction Window : Short Details of Notification

Overview

Important Dates

What Can Be Corrected in GATE 2027 Application

As per the GATE 2027 guidelines reported on 10 November 2026, candidates can rectify the following particulars in their application form during the correction window: name, date of birth, gender, category, choice of examination cities, change in the existing paper, and change to the Indian national option. Enrolment ID and the registered email address cannot be changed. Candidates should check the exact list of editable fields and the fee for each change on the GOAPS portal before submitting a correction, as the fee varies by the particular being changed.

A correction fee applies to candidate-requested data corrections — Rs 500 per change as reported on 10 November 2026, with some reports putting the fee between Rs 500 and Rs 1,500 depending on the particular. No fee is charged for rectifying defects identified during application scrutiny. The correction window is only for candidates who have already submitted and paid for a GATE 2027 application; new applications cannot be made in this window, and registration is closed.

Candidates must also note that DigiLocker-based verification is mandatory for GATE 2027 — do not delete the verified or unverified DigiLocker account used for the application, as all future communication will be made only with respect to that DigiLocker account.

How to Correct GATE 2027 Application Form

1. Visit the official GATE 2027 website at gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
2. Open the GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System) portal and log in with your enrolment ID and password.
3. Open the Application Data Correction Window option in your dashboard.
4. Select the particular you want to change and enter the corrected details.
5. Pay the applicable correction fee, if any, and submit the correction.
6. Save and download the updated application acknowledgement for your records.

Make all changes before 14 November 2026. No changes will be accepted after the correction window closes unless officially announced. Candidates who received a defect notification by email should rectify the defects on the portal by 30 November 2026.

Documents Required

• GATE 2027 enrolment ID and password (GOAPS login)
• Supporting documents for the particular being corrected (photograph, signature, category certificate, as applicable)
• Verified DigiLocker account used for the application

Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for GATE 2027 application correction?

The GATE 2027 application data correction window (candidate request with fee) is open from 10 November to 14 November 2026. Separately, scrutiny defect rectification can be done until 30 November 2026.

What is the fee for GATE 2027 form correction?

A fee of Rs 500 per change applies to candidate-requested data corrections, as reported on 10 November 2026; some reports put the fee between Rs 500 and Rs 1,500 depending on the particular being changed. No fee is charged for rectifying defects identified during application scrutiny. Confirm the exact fee on the GOAPS portal before paying.

What can I change in the GATE 2027 application form?

Name, date of birth, gender, category, choice of examination cities, change in the existing paper, and change to the Indian national option can be rectified. Enrolment ID and the registered email address cannot be changed.

When is the GATE 2027 exam?

GATE 2027 will be held on 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 February 2027. The admit card will be available from 4 January 2027, and results will be announced on 19 March 2027.

Can I apply fresh for GATE 2027 in the correction window?

No. The correction window is only for candidates who have already submitted and paid for a GATE 2027 application. New registration is closed.