GATE Application Fees

GATE Application Fees

GATE Examination Fee Structure

1
Standard Application Fees

Category Regular Period Extended Period
Female/SC/ST/PwD* candidates ₹900 ₹1400
All other candidates (including foreign nationals) ₹1800 ₹2300

* PwD = Persons with Benchmark Disability | Fees are per test paper

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Key Points to Remember

  • Two-paper applicants pay double the standard fee
  • Application rectification window available until specified deadline
  • PwD candidates get extended deadline for modifications

2
Modification Charges

Type of Change Fee (per paper)
Name/DOB/Exam City/Paper Change ₹500
Adding Second Paper ₹500 + Paper Fee
Category Changes (SC/ST/PwD) ₹500-1400*
Address/College Details FREE

*Variable charges apply based on category transition | No refunds except for duplicate payments

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