GATE 2026 Answer Key Released by IIT Guwahati at GOAPS Portal; Results on March 19

The GATE 2026 provisional answer keys have officially been released by Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati for exams conducted between February 7 and February 15, 2026.

Candidates who appeared for the examination can now access:

• ✅ Provisional Answer Key
• ✅ Master Question Paper
• ✅ Candidate Response Sheet

All documents are available on the official GOAPS (GATE Online Application Processing System) portal.

According to the official notification, GATE 2026 results will be announced on March 19, 2026.

🖥️ How To Download GATE 2026 Answer Key?

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official GOAPS portal.
2. Log in using your Enrollment ID and Password.
3. Click on the “Submit” button.
4. Select the relevant links:
   • Answer Key
   • Question Paper
   • Response Sheet
5. Download and save the documents for future reference.

Candidates are advised to carefully review their response sheet alongside the provisional answer key to estimate their probable score.

📊 GATE 2026 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

For most papers such as:

• AE (Aerospace Engineering)
• AG (Agricultural Engineering)
• BM (Biomedical Engineering)
• BT (Biotechnology)
• CE (Civil Engineering)
• CH (Chemical Engineering)
• CS (Computer Science)
• EC (Electronics & Communication)
• EE (Electrical Engineering)
• ME (Mechanical Engineering)

The structure is:

🧾 Special Format Papers

Certain papers such as:

• GG (Geology & Geophysics)
• AR (Architecture & Planning)
• GE (Engineering Sciences)

Follow a two-part format, where:

• One section is compulsory
• The second section includes optional choices
• General Aptitude remains fixed at 15 marks

📌 Why the Answer Key Matters

The provisional answer key allows candidates to:

• Calculate estimated scores
• Predict qualifying chances
• Prepare for PSU applications
• Plan admissions for M.Tech, PhD, or higher studies
• Raise objections (if objection window opens)

This early transparency gives aspirants clarity ahead of the final result declaration.

🎓 What is GATE?

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is a prestigious national-level examination conducted for admission to postgraduate programs and recruitment in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).

It evaluates candidates’ understanding of undergraduate-level subjects in:

• Engineering
• Technology
• Science
• Commerce
• Arts
• Architecture
• Humanities

Each year, lakhs of students appear for GATE to secure seats in top IITs, NITs, and other premier institutes.

🗓️ Important Dates

🔎 What’s Next?

Candidates should:

• Carefully cross-check responses
• Monitor the objection window (if announced)
• Keep login credentials secure
• Stay updated for result declaration

With results scheduled for March 19, the next few weeks will be crucial for aspirants across India.