GATE 2026: The GATE 2026 exam began on February 7th, and today, February 8th, is the second day. The first day’s exam has concluded. The examination was conducted in two shifts. The second shift’s exam concluded at 5:30 PM. According to candidates who appeared in the second shift, the GATE CH question paper was easy to medium in terms of difficulty. Several questions were of medium difficulty. Students who appeared in the first shift described the paper as medium in difficulty, and the GA section was easy.
The GATE 2026 exam will now be held on February 8th. The examination will be conducted in two shifts. The first shift will be held from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The second shift will be held from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
What is banned in the examination hall?
Candidates are not allowed to carry non-permitted items into the examination hall. Candidates are not allowed to bring electronic devices, calculators, smartwatches, handwritten notes, or any other banned items into the GATE examination hall. The GATE 2026 examination will be conducted on February 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th, 2026. The examination will be conducted in two shifts. Candidates are advised to keep a close eye on the official website for the latest updates.
This time, the examination will be conducted in computer-based test mode and includes a total of 30 papers. A new section, Energy Science, has also been added under Engineering Sciences. Each paper will be three hours long. Candidates are advised to reach the examination center before the scheduled time. Entry will begin 40 minutes before the exam, and candidates can log in to the system and read the necessary instructions 20 minutes before the exam begins.
What are the guidelines for the GATE Exam 2026?
1. The GATE exam is starting from February 7th across the country. This exam will have 30 test papers. The GATE exam will be conducted in computer mode. While taking the exam, make sure that you have answered all the questions.
2. It is mandatory for all candidates to carry their admit card with them. Along with the admit card, also carry your ID proof. Candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination center without an admit card.
3. The morning shift exam will start at 9:30 AM, and the afternoon shift exam will start at 2:30 PM. All candidates are advised to arrive at least one or two hours before the exam. Candidates arriving late will not be allowed entry.
4. Candidates will be allowed to take their seats 40 minutes before the start of the exam and log in 20 minutes before the exam begins.
5. On the day of the exam, candidates must bring a valid ID proof, such as an Aadhaar card or identity card and a photograph.
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