GATE 2026 Final Answer Key Out Check Link at iitg.ac.in
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has officially released the GATE 2026 Final Answer Key. Candidates can now log in to the GOAPS portal to download their answer key and response sheet. This final key has been prepared after reviewing objections submitted by candidates. Using this, candidates can calculate their estimated scores and predict their All India Rank for admissions into IITs, NITs, and recruitment in PSUs.
Name of Exam: GATE 2026 | Conducting Authority: IIT Guwahati | Category: Final Answer Key
Important Dates
| Final Answer Key Release Date | 16 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Result Declaration Date | 19 March 2026 |
Application Fee
- Not Applicable (Answer Key Download)
Access Details
| Login Required | Enrollment ID & Password |
|---|---|
| Portal | GOAPS |
| Includes | Final Answer Key PDF & Response Sheet |
Usage of Answer Key
- Verify your responses with official answers
- Estimate raw score and rank
- Useful for M.Tech admissions & PSU recruitments
GATE 2026 Score Calculation
- Raw Score = (MCQ Marks) + (MSQ/Numerical Marks)
- Negative Marking: -1/3 for 1-mark MCQs, -2/3 for 2-mark MCQs
- Compare response sheet with final answer key
- Use rank predictors for estimated All India Rank
How to Download GATE 2026 Final Answer Key
- Visit the official GOAPS portal
- Enter your Enrollment ID and Password
- Click on Login and select your paper/session
- Download the Final Answer Key PDF
- Download your Response Sheet
- Compare responses to calculate your score
GATE 2026: Results & Next Steps
- Results will be declared on 19 March 2026
- Download scorecard via GOAPS portal
- Apply for M.Tech admissions through CCMT/COAP
- Apply for PSU recruitments (e.g., BHEL)
- Keep documents ready (scorecard, degree certificates)
Important Links
Before Checking Answer Key
Please verify the official website, objection window, fee rules, and question paper details before submitting any challenge.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.