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GATE Exam Fee Calculator 2027

Find out exactly how much you need to pay for GATE 2027 registration based on your category, gender, and number of papers.

GATE Exam Fee Calculator

Calculate your exact GATE 2027 registration fee based on category, gender, and number of papers.

GATE 2027 Fee Structure

The fee structure is set by the organizing IIT each year. GATE 2027 is organized by IIT Madras. The table below shows the fee per paper based on the official GATE 2027 application fees. If you register for 2 papers (only specific combinations are allowed), the fee is charged separately for each paper.

CategoryRegular PeriodExtended Period
1 Paper2 Papers1 Paper2 Papers
Female / SC / ST / PwDRs 1,000Rs 2,000Rs 1,500Rs 2,500
All other candidates (incl. foreign nationals)Rs 2,000Rs 4,000Rs 2,500Rs 4,500

These fees are per paper. If you register for 2 papers, multiply accordingly. Verify the exact fee on the official GATE 2027 fee page before paying. Not sure if you qualify? Use the eligibility checker first.

Two-Paper Registration Rules

GATE allows you to register for a second paper, but only from a list of pre-approved combinations published on the GATE 2027 application fees page. You cannot pick any two papers freely. For example, CS can be combined with MA (Mathematics), and ME can be combined with PI (Production and Industrial). The second paper is scheduled on a different day so there is no time conflict.

Each paper is charged separately at the same per-paper rate. A General male candidate registering for 2 papers pays Rs 2,000 x 2 = Rs 4,000 during regular registration. The late fee is also applied per paper if you register after the deadline.

Registering for 2 papers gives you 2 separate scorecards. This is useful when you want to apply for M.Tech in departments that accept different papers, or when you want to keep PSU recruitment options open across disciplines. Payment is processed through the GOAPS portal.

Fee Comparison Across Years

YearOrganizing IITGeneral MaleFemale / SC / ST
GATE 2027IIT MadrasRs 2,000Rs 1,000
GATE 2026IIT GuwahatiRs 2,000Rs 1,000
GATE 2025IIT RoorkeeRs 1,800Rs 900
GATE 2024IISc BangaloreRs 1,800Rs 900
GATE 2023IIT KanpurRs 1,700Rs 850

The fee stayed the same from GATE 2026 to GATE 2027. International candidates pay the same INR fee as Indian General male candidates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do female candidates pay less for GATE?
GATE charges female candidates (all categories including General and OBC) a reduced fee of Rs 1,000 per paper instead of Rs 2,000. This concession was introduced to encourage more women to pursue higher engineering education. The reduced fee applies regardless of whether you belong to General, OBC, or EWS category.
Can I get a refund if I don't appear for the GATE exam?
No. GATE registration fees are non-refundable, even if you do not appear for the exam. If you register for 2 papers and skip one, you do not get a refund for the unused paper. The only exception historically has been when the organizing IIT cancels or postpones an exam session due to extraordinary circumstances.
What payment methods are accepted for GATE registration?
GATE accepts payment through net banking, credit card, debit card, and UPI via the GOAPS portal. SBI Collect was used in some previous years. The payment gateway charges (if any) are borne by the candidate. Keep the transaction receipt as proof until your admit card is generated.