Archive · 18 Sep 2026
IIT Madras Clarifies Unverified DigiLocker Accounts Allowed for GATE 2027
IIT Madras is organising the GATE 2027 examination.
It said students can apply even if their DigiLocker account is not verified.
They should choose the default ID proof while completing the form.
Their application will not be rejected only because the account is unverified.
Officials will check the documents after registration closes.
Regular registration ends on September 27, 2026.
Applications with a late fee can be submitted until October 5, 2026.
Candidates should read the instructions and provide accurate information.
IIT Madras said candidates with unverified DigiLocker accounts can register for GATE 2027.
Applicants with unverified accounts can select the default ID proof on the application form.
Applications will not be rejected solely because the DigiLocker account is unverified.
Officials will scrutinise submitted documents after the registration deadline.
Regular registration closes on September 27, 2026, while late applications remain open until October 5, 2026.
- Who
- IIT Madras and candidates applying for GATE 2027.
- What
- IIT Madras clarified that candidates with unverified DigiLocker accounts can register using the default ID proof.
- When
- Regular registration ends September 27, 2026; registration with a late fee ends October 5, 2026.
- Where
- The clarification applies to the GATE 2027 registration process in India.
- Why
- To clarify that an unverified DigiLocker account alone will not cause an application to be rejected.
- Examination
- GATE 2027
- Organiser
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Regular registration deadline
- September 27, 2026
- Late-fee registration deadline
- October 5, 2026
- DigiLocker rule
- Unverified accounts are allowed for registration.
- ID proof instruction
- Applicants with unverified DigiLocker accounts can select the default ID proof.
- Document review
- Submitted documents will be scrutinised after the registration deadline.