GATE 2027 Registrations: DigiLocker Mandatory for Indian Candidates; Application Date Rescheduled to August 27
The GATE 2027 registration process is set to bring a significant change for Indian candidates: registration through a verified DigiLocker account is mandatory . The examination will be conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), which has introduced DigiLocker-based verification as part of the application process. However, candidates should note an important schedule update. While registration was initially expected to begin on August 14, 2026, IIT Madras has rescheduled the opening of the GATE 2027 application portal to August 27, 2026 . The official GATE 2027 website currently lists September 27 as the last date for regular registration without a late fee and October 5 as the extended deadline with a late fee. Official GATE 2027 website GATE 2027 Registration: What Has Changed? The most notable change in the GATE 2027 application process is the integration of DigiLocker . According to the official GATE 2027 portal, DigiLocker registration is mandatory for a...