Archive · 21 Nov 2025
IIT Clarifies GATE 2026 Exam Schedule and Rules
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has announced the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 will happen from February 7 to 15, 2026, with two shifts each day.
Candidates should follow the rules strictly, like no physical calculators, no mobile phones, and no leaving the exam hall midway.
Results will be out on March 19, 2026.
GATE 2026 exam scheduled from Feb 7 to Feb 15, 2026
Two shifts daily: Forenoon (9:30 am - 12:30 pm) and Afternoon (2:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Results expected on March 19, 2026
No extra time for delayed entry, no leaving exam hall midway
Virtual scientific calculator provided, no physical calculators allowed
- Who
- Candidates appearing for GATE 2026
- What
- Exam schedule and rules clarification
- When
- Exam from Feb 7 to Feb 15, 2026, results on March 19, 2026
- Where
- Various centers across India
- Why
- To address common doubts and ensure fair examination
- Exam Duration
- 2.5 hours per shift
- Exam Dates
- Feb 7 to Feb 15, 2026
- Result Date
- March 19, 2026
- Shift Timings
- Forenoon: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, Afternoon: 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
