The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2022 exam is being conducted by IIT Kharagpur. The GATE examination primarily tests the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in engineering and science for admission into the Master’s Program and Recruitment by some Public Sector Companies.
Furthermore, online applications for GATE 2022 will start from 2nd September 2021. Check important dates, GOAPS registration, how to apply online, and further details below.
Important Dates for GATE 2022
Check GATE 2022 important dates in the table provided below:
| Activity | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
Online Application Process Opens (https://gate.iitkgp.ac.in ) | Thursday | 2nd September 2021 |
Closing Date of REGULAR online registration/ application process | Friday | 24th September 2021 |
Closing Date of EXTENDED online registration/ application process | Friday | 1st October 2021 |
Display of Defective Applications to rectify | Tuesday | 26th October 2021 |
Last date for rectification of Applications | Tuesday | 1st November 2021 |
Last Date for change of Category, Paper, and Examination City (an additional fee will be applicable) | Friday | 12th November 2021 |
Admit Card will be available for download | Monday | 3rd January 2022 |
| GATE 2022 Examination Forenoon: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon (Tentative) Afternoon: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (Tentative) | Saturday Sunday Saturday Sunday | 5th February 2022 6th February 2022 12th February 2022 13th February 2022 |
Announcement of the Results in the Online Application Portal | Thursday | 17th March 2022 |
Eligibility Criteria
The following candidates are eligible to appear in GATE 2022 examination
- Firstly, a candidate who is currently studying in the 3rd or higher years of any undergraduate degree program.
- Secondly, a candidate who has already completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Science / Commerce / Arts is eligible for appearing in the GATE 2022 exam.
- In addition, candidates possessing certification from any of the professional societies must ensure that those examinations conducted by the societies are approved by MoE/AICTE/UGC/UPSC as equivalent to B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch. / B.Planning, etc.
- Candidates who have obtained /are pursuing their qualifying degree from countries other than India. Must be currently in the 3rd or higher years or completed their Bachelor’s degree (duration: at least 3 years) in Engineering / Technology / Science / Arts / Commerce.
Data Requirement for Filling the Online Application Form in GATE 2022
- Personal information (name, date of birth, personal mobile number, parents’ name, parents’ mobile number, etc.)
- Address (including PIN code).
- Eligibility degree details.
- College name and address with PIN code.
- GATE paper(s) (subject).
- THREE Choices of GATE examination cities.
- A high-quality image of the candidate’s photograph satisfying the requirements specified.
- Good quality image of candidate’s signature satisfying the requirements specified.
- Scanned copy of Category (SC/ST) certificate (if applicable) in pdf format/ Scanned copy of PwD Certificate (if applicable) in pdf format/Scanned copy of Certificate of Dyslexia (if applicable) in pdf format/
- Scanned copy of any one of the valid photo Identity Documents: Aadhaar-UID (preferable), Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Driving License. The same ID, in original, MUST be carried to the examination hall.
- And, net-banking/debit card/credit card/UPI details for fee payment.
Fee for GATE 2022
The fee details are provided below for different categories:
| For Examination Centres in India | Regular Period (30th Aug to 24th Sept 2021) | During the Extended Period (25th Sept to 1st Oct 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Female candidates (per paper) | 750 | 1250 |
| SC / ST / PwD* category candidates (per paper) | 750 | 1250 |
| All other candidates (per paper) | 1500 | 2000 |
How to apply online?
- For this, you have to first go to the official website.
- Afterwards, select the online application option on the home page.
- Now, your application form will open on the next page.
- Then, fill in all the details asked in the form correctly and go through the filled form again. Then submit your form and pay the required fee.
- Finally, save the form in PDF and download it for future reference.
Hope you are now updated with all the important information on GATE 2022.
