GATE 2026 Answer Key Released by IIT Guwahati: Check Response Sheets and Challenge Objections

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially released the GATE 2026 answer keys and candidate response sheets. Candidates who appeared for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering across the exam dates of 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th February 2026 can now verify their performance and evaluate their potential scores.

With 30 papers covered in the examination, access to the official portal is essential for transparency. Below, we outline everything you need to know about navigating the answer keys, the marking scheme, and the objection process.

How to Download the GATE 2026 Answer Key

To access your specific paper's answer key and your recorded responses, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official GATE 2026 website at www.gate2026.iitr.ac.in.
2. Click on the “Answer Key” link available on the homepage.
3. Log in using your unique GATE 2026 enrollment ID and password.
4. Select your specific paper or subject from the provided dropdown menu to view the provisional answer key.
5. Download or save the PDF file to your local device for future reference and verification.

Steps to Raise a GATE Answer Key Challenge

If you encounter any discrepancies between your expected answer and the provisional key, you have the option to challenge it:

1. Log in to the official GOAPS portal with your credentials.
2. Navigate directly to the “Answer Key Challenge” section of the dashboard.
3. Select the specific question ID you wish to challenge.
4. Upload valid supporting documents or academic references to justify your claim.
5. Complete the process by paying the applicable fee per challenge.

GATE 2026 Marking Scheme and Exam Overview

The exam consisted of 65 questions totaling a 3-hour duration, including 10 General Aptitude questions. Understanding the negative marking is crucial for your final score estimation:

Important Dates and Subjects

Subjects Covered (30 Papers)

• AE, AG, AR, BM, BT, CE, CH, CS, CY, DA
• EC, EE, ES, EY, GE, GG, IN, MA, ME, MN
• MT, NM, PE, PH, PI, ST, TF, XE, XH, XL

Institutes Accepting GATE 2026 Scores

Your GATE score remains valid for 3 years for higher education and PSU recruitment. Check out the top institutes below:

Ensure you keep track of the upcoming release of the GATE Score Card 2026 Released – Click to Check. Preparation for counseling or recruitment processes should begin immediately once your final scores are published.