The GATE 2027 application fee for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS male students is ₹1,800 during the regular registration period and ₹2,300 during the extended period.

GATE 2027 opens admission to M.Tech, ME, MS, and PhD programs at IITs, NITs, and centrally funded institutes, and is also used by PSUs for recruitment. The application fee varies by category — female students and SC/ST/PwD students pay ₹900 during the regular window. Registering early saves ₹500 over the extended-period fee.

  • General/OBC-NCL/EWS male students: regular fee ₹1,800, extended period ₹2,300
  • Female students (all categories): regular fee ₹900, extended period ₹1,400
  • SC/ST/PwD male students: regular fee ₹900, extended period ₹1,400
  • International students (SAARC countries): USD 50 regular, USD 70 extended
  • GATE 2027 application fee is non-refundable once submitted
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GATE 2027 Application Fee Overview

Based on GATE 2026 trends, the GATE 2027 fee structure is expected to follow the same pattern. The fee is non-refundable once paid and cannot be transferred to another student or exam cycle. The extended registration window adds ₹500 to the base fee for all categories.

Category Regular Registration Fee Extended Registration Fee
General / OBC-NCL / EWS (Male) ₹1,800 ₹2,300
Female (All Categories) ₹900 ₹1,400
SC / ST / PwD (Male) ₹900 ₹1,400
International — SAARC Countries USD 50 USD 70
International — Non-SAARC Countries USD 100 USD 120

Category-Wise GATE 2027 Application Fee Details

The fee concession applies to female students across all categories and SC/ST/PwD male students. General, OBC-NCL, and EWS male students pay the full fee of ₹1,800 during the regular registration period.

Gender Category Regular Fee Extended Fee
Male General ₹1,800 ₹2,300
Male OBC-NCL ₹1,800 ₹2,300
Male EWS ₹1,800 ₹2,300
Male SC / ST / PwD ₹900 ₹1,400
Female All Categories ₹900 ₹1,400
Transgender All Categories ₹900 ₹1,400

You must upload a valid SC/ST certificate, disability certificate, or relevant gender document during registration to claim the concession. If the certificate is rejected, the fee reverts to the full amount applicable to your category.


GATE 2027 Application Fee for International Students

GATE 2027 is open to students from select countries including Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the UAE. International students pay in US Dollars through the international payment gateway on the GOAPS portal.

Country Group Regular Period Fee Extended Period Fee
SAARC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, etc.) USD 50 USD 70
Non-SAARC Countries (UAE, Ethiopia, etc.) USD 100 USD 120

International students must check the list of eligible countries on the GOAPS portal before applying. The GATE 2027 score is valid for three years from the date of result declaration and can be used for admissions and PSU recruitment.


How to Pay the GATE 2027 Application Fee

GATE 2027 fee payment is done entirely online through the GOAPS (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering Online Application Processing System) portal. Follow these steps to complete your payment without errors:

  1. Register on GOAPS — Create an account on the official GATE 2027 GOAPS portal using your email ID and mobile number.
  2. Fill the Application Form — Enter your personal details, qualifying degree information, exam paper choice, and preferred exam city.
  3. Upload Documents — Upload your photograph, signature, and any category or disability certificate as per the specified dimensions and format.
  4. Proceed to Payment — The portal displays your payable fee based on your category and the current registration period.
  5. Select a Payment Method — Choose from net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI.
  6. Complete the Transaction — Do not press the back button or close the browser mid-payment.
  7. Download the Receipt — Save the payment confirmation with your unique transaction ID as proof of successful payment.

Payment Methods Accepted for GATE 2027

Payment Method Accepted Options
Net Banking All major Indian banks
Debit Card Visa, MasterCard, RuPay
Credit Card Visa, MasterCard, RuPay
UPI BHIM, Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm

If your payment is deducted but the portal shows unpaid, wait 48 hours for automatic reconciliation. If the issue continues after 48 hours, contact the GATE 2027 helpdesk with your bank transaction ID for resolution.


GATE 2027 Application Important Dates

GATE 2027 registration has two phases: regular and extended. Applying during the regular window saves ₹500 for all student categories. The dates below are expected based on GATE 2026 trends:

Event Expected Date
GATE 2027 Official Notification August 2026 (expected)
Online Registration Opens Late August 2026 (expected)
Regular Registration Closes Late September 2026 (expected)
Extended Registration Opens October 2026 (expected)
Extended Registration Closes Late October 2026 (expected)
Admit Card Release January 2027 (expected)
GATE 2027 Exam Dates February 2027 (expected)

GATE 2027 Application Fee FAQs

Ques. What is the GATE 2027 application fee for General category male students?

Ans. Based on 2026 trends, the GATE 2027 application fee for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS male students is expected to be ₹1,800 during the regular period and ₹2,300 during the extended registration period.

Ques. Do female students get a fee concession for GATE 2027?

Ans. Yes. All female students regardless of category are expected to pay ₹900 during the regular period and ₹1,400 during the extended period — a 50% concession over the General male student fee.

Ques. Is the GATE 2027 application fee refundable?

Ans. No. The GATE 2027 application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances, including application withdrawal, non-appearance in the exam, or technical failure after a successful payment.

Ques. What payment methods are accepted for GATE 2027 fee payment?

Ans. GATE 2027 fee can be paid via net banking, credit card, debit card (Visa, MasterCard, RuPay), and UPI options such as BHIM, Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm.

Ques. What is the GATE 2027 fee for SC/ST/PwD students?

Ans. SC, ST, and PwD male students are expected to pay ₹900 during the regular period and ₹1,400 during the extended period. Female students from these categories also pay the same concessional fee.

Ques. How much extra is charged during the GATE 2027 extended registration period?

Ans. Students registering in the extended period pay ₹500 more than the regular fee. General male students pay ₹2,300 instead of ₹1,800; students in concessional categories pay ₹1,400 instead of ₹900.