The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is more than just an exam—it’s a career-defining opportunity for engineering students. For Mining Engineering students in particular, GATE serves as a gateway to high-paying government jobs, especially in PSUs like Coal India Limited (CIL), NTPC, NLC, SCCL, and others. It is also essential for securing admission into IITs, NITs, and other reputed institutes for M.Tech or research programs.
GATE 2026 Important Dates Are Out!
The official GATE 2026 schedule has been released by IIT Guwahati, the organizing institute for this edition. The application process will begin in August 2025 and the exams are scheduled across four days in February 2026.
Below is a quick summary of the important dates every aspirant must note:
| Activity | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Opening of GOAPS Portal | Monday | August 25, 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration (No Late Fee) | Thursday | September 25, 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration (With Late Fee) | Monday | October 06, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Examination | Saturday | February 07, 2026 |
| Sunday | February 08, 2026 | |
| Saturday | February 14, 2026 | |
| Sunday | February 15, 2026 |
all dates are liable to change
With the countdown to GATE 2026 officially started, every serious Mining Engineering aspirant should:
- Begin subject-wise revisions
- Practice with past year questions
- Take advantage of structured coaching platforms like Mining Gyan
Start early, stay consistent, and aim high.
For official updates, visit: https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in
