GATE 2026 Scorecard Released: Official Download Link, Validity, and Admission Guide

The wait is over for the over 6 lakh candidates who appeared for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. IIT Guwahati has officially released the GATE 2026 scorecard on March 27, 2026, marking a pivotal step for students aiming for postgraduate studies or PSU recruitment. The examinations, conducted across February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, have now culminated in the publication of individual performance metrics.

How to Download / Check GATE Scorecard 2026

To access your official performance report, follow these simple steps on the official website:

1. Visit the portal at gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
2. Click the notification link titled ‘GATE 2026 Scorecard and Marks released’ on the homepage.
3. You will be redirected to the secure login page.
4. Provide your Enrollment ID or Email Address and your password.
5. Solve the arithmetic expression provided to verify your access, then click the 'Login' button.
6. Once logged in, your GATE 2026 Scorecard and Marks will appear on your screen.
7. Download the document and print a copy for your records, as physical hard copies will not be issued by the exam authority.

For direct access to the portal, you can also use this link: Download Your GATE 2026 Scorecard Here (Official Link).

Important Details in Your GATE 2026 Scorecard

Upon downloading your scorecard, verify that the following details are accurate:

• Candidate Name: Your full name.
• Registration Number: The unique ID assigned during the application process.
• Photograph & Signature: Identifiers used for verification.
• GATE Paper (Branch Code): The subject you appeared for (e.g., CSE, ME, EE).
• Marks Obtained (Out of 100): Your raw exam marks.
• GATE Score (Out of 1000): The normalized score for admissions and PSUs.
• All India Rank (AIR): Your position relative to all other test-takers.
• Qualifying Marks: The category-wise minimum marks required to qualify.
• Validity of Scorecard: Valid for 3 years until March 2029.
• Examination Year: Clearly marked as 2026.

Next Steps: Counselling and Admissions

Now that you have your scorecard, prepare for the upcoming COAP and CCMT processes starting in May 2026. Ensure you keep an eye on institute-specific deadlines, such as the IISc Bangalore application (March 31) and IIT Jodhpur/Gandhinagar (April 15). Qualifying candidates are eligible for a monthly scholarship of Rs. 12,400/- for M.Tech programs.