GATE 2026 Answer Key Released – Download Now
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 Answer Key has been officially released by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore on 22 February 2026 through the GOAPS portal. Candidates who appeared in the examination can now log in to download their Candidate Response Sheet, Master Question Paper, and Official Answer Key.
The released answer key allows candidates to verify their responses, estimate probable scores, and raise objections within the prescribed timeline as per the official notification.
GATE 2026 Answer Key – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
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| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore |
| Post / Exam Purpose | Admission to postgraduate programs and recruitment in PSUs |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional (Objection Facility Available) |
| Exam Date | 1st, 2nd, 8th & 9th February 2026 |
| Official Website | https://gate2026.iisc.ac.in/ |
GATE 2026 Answer Key – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 Exam Date | 1st, 2nd, 8th & 9th February 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 22 February 2026 |
| Objection Start Date | As per official notification |
| Objection Last Date | As per official notification |
GATE 2026 Answer Key Status Details
The GATE 2026 Answer Key has been released in provisional form on the official GOAPS portal.
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Mode of Availability: Login-Based Online Access
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Available Documents:
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Candidate Response URL
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Master Question Paper
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Answer Key of Master Question Paper (PDF)
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Candidates can compare responses and identify discrepancies.
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Objection facility is available through the GOAPS portal for a limited period as per the official notification.
How to Download GATE 2026 Answer Key
Follow the official steps below to download the answer key and response sheet:
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Visit the official GATE 2026 website: https://gate2026.iisc.ac.in/.
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Click on the GOAPS Portal or Candidate Response URL link available on the homepage.
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Enter your Enrollment ID, Password, and captcha code.
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Login to your candidate dashboard.
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Navigate to the Answer Key / Response Sheet section.
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Download the Master Question Paper and Answer Key PDF for your respective paper.
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Save the file and take a printout for future reference.
How to Raise Objection Against GATE 2026 Answer Key
Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can submit objections online.
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Log in to the GOAPS portal using Enrollment ID and Password.
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Open the Challenge Answer Key section.
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Select the question(s) you want to challenge.
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Upload valid justification and supporting documents.
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Pay the objection fee online.
Objection Fee: As per official notification.
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GATE 2026 Marking Scheme
Candidates can calculate their estimated marks using the official marking pattern:
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1 mark or 2 marks awarded for each correct answer depending on the question type.
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Question Types:
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MCQ
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MSQ
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NAT
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No negative marking for MSQ and NAT questions.
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Negative marking applicable for MCQs:
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1/3 mark deduction or 2/3 mark deduction as applicable.
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Next Stage After GATE 2026 Answer Key
After reviewing candidate objections, the conducting authority will prepare the final answer key as per the official notification. Further stages will proceed accordingly.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
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| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Raise Objection | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
GATE 2026 Answer Key PDF Download Link
| Description | Link |
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| Candidate Response URL | Download Here |
| Master Question Paper | Download Here |
| Answer Key of Master Question Paper | Download Here |
FAQs — GATE 2026 Answer Key
Q1. When was the GATE 2026 Answer Key released?
The GATE 2026 Answer Key was released on 22 February 2026.
Q2. Who released the GATE 2026 Answer Key?
The answer key has been released by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore.
Q3. Is the GATE 2026 Answer Key provisional or final?
The released answer key is provisional and objections are allowed as per the official notification.
Q4. How can I download the GATE 2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can download it by logging into the GOAPS portal using Enrollment ID and Password.
Q5. Can candidates challenge the GATE 2026 Answer Key?
Yes, candidates can challenge the answer key through the GOAPS portal within the prescribed period.
Q6. Does GATE 2026 have negative marking?
Yes, negative marking applies only to MCQ questions, while MSQ and NAT questions have no negative marking.
Disclaimer:
Answer key details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before raising objections or calculating scores.
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