GATE Cutoff 2026 Out, Check Branch-wise Cutoff for IIT, NIT, IIIT
GATE 2026 Cutoff has been released by IIT Guwahati on the official website: gate2026.iitg.ac.in/. The cutoff marks vary across different papers and categories based on factors such as the exam's difficulty level, the number of candidates, and seat availability. You can check official qualifying cut-off marks for GATE 2026 at the IIT Guwahati GATE 2026 Cut-Off Portal link below:
The GATE cutoff for 2026 for some of the major subjects are:
- Among the most popular subjects, Computer Science and IT saw the highest cutoff of 30 for general category students.
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) cut off for General is 26.4, OBC-NCL/EWS is 23.7 and SC/ST/PwD is 17.5.
- In Civil Engineering (CE), the GATE cutoff 2026 for General category students is 28.7 while for SC, ST and PwD is 19.1.
- In the less popular subjects, Architecture and Planning, Ecology and Evolution, Metallurgical Engineering saw a GATE cutoff of 40 marks for General category.
- Other subjects like Mathematics, Engineering Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics) cut off were 34.7, 35.2 and 35,7 respectively.
| Test Paper | GATE Cut Off | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL | OBC-NCL/ EWS |
SC/ST/PwD | |
| Civil Engineering | 28.7 | 25.8 | 19.1 |
| Computer Science and Information Technology | 30 | 27 | 20 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 26.4 | 23.7 | 17.5 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 26.4 | 23.7 | 17.5 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 25.2 | 22.6 | 16.7 |
Candidates who meet the qualifying cutoff become eligible to participate in M.Tech admissions, PSU recruitment processes, and other opportunities that accept GATE scores, although qualifying the cutoff does not guarantee admission to any particular institute.
GATE 2026 Cut Off: Branch & Category-wise
GATE 2026 cut-off has been released by IIT Guwahati. The GATE cut-off serves as a qualifying mark. Check details below for the GATE 2026 Cut off-
| Paper Code | Test Paper | Cut-off (GEN) | Cut-off (OBC-NCL/ EWS) |
Cut-Off (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AE | Aerospace Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| AG | Agricultural Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| AR | Architecture and Planning | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| BM | Biomedical Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| BT | Biotechnology | 25.8 | 23.2 | 17.2 |
| CE | Civil Engineering | 28.7 | 25.8 | 19.1 |
| CH | Chemical Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| CS | Computer Science and Information Technology | 30 | 27 | 20 |
| CY | Chemistry | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| DA | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 26.4 | 23.7 | 17.5 |
| EC | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 26.4 | 23.7 | 17.5 |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | 27.7 | 24.9 | 18.4 |
| ES | Environmental Science and Engineering | 30 | 27 | 20 |
| EY | Ecology and Evolution | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| GE | Geomatics Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| GG-1 | Geology and Geophysics (Geology) | 39.3 | 35.3 | 26.1 |
| GG-2 | Geology and Geophysics (Geophysics) | 37.1 | 33.3 | 24.7 |
| IN | Instrumentation Engineering | 39.8 | 35.8 | 26.5 |
| MA | Mathematics | 34.7 | 31.2 | 23.1 |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 25.2 | 22.6 | 16.7 |
| MN | Mining Engineering | 29.5 | 26.5 | 19.6 |
| MT | Metallurgical Engineering | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| NM | Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | 33.7 | 30.3 | 22.4 |
| PE | Petroleum Engineering | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| PH | Physics | 25.5 | 22.9 | 17 |
| PI | Production and Industrial Engineering | 36 | 32.4 | 24 |
| ST | Statistics | 30.4 | 27.3 | 20.2 |
| TF | Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | 31.5 | 28.3 | 21 |
| XE | Engineering Sciences | 35.2 | 31.6 | 23.4 |
| XH-C1 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics) | 35.7 | 32.1 | 23.8 |
| XH-C2 | Humanities and Social Sciences (English) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| XH-C3 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Linguistics) | 37.4 | 33.6 | 24.9 |
| XH-C4 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Philosophy) | 38.3 | 34.4 | 25.5 |
| XH-C5 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Psychology) | 39.3 | 35.3 | 26.1 |
| XH-C6 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Sociology) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| XL | Life Sciences | 36.3 | 32.6 | 24.1 |
Factors Affecting GATE Cutoff 2026
Several factors play a crucial role in determining GATE Cutoff 2026-
- Number of candidates: A higher number of applicants generally leads to a higher cutoff.
- Difficulty level of the exam: If the exam is perceived to be difficult, the cutoff might decrease.
- Number of available seats: The number of seats available in various institutions can influence the cutoff.
- Previous year trends: The cutoff of previous years also indicates the expected cutoff for the current year.
We have provided the number of candidates registered and appeared as per stream in GATE 2026.
| Paper Code | Test Paper | No. of Candidates Registered | No. of Candidates Appeared |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE | Aerospace Engineering | 8444 | 6591 |
| AG | Agricultural Engineering | 2985 | 2545 |
| AR | Architecture and Planning | 10673 | 8415 |
| BM | Biomedical Engineering | 3756 | 3041 |
| BT | Biotechnology | 26808 | 21513 |
| CE | Civil Engineering | 97486 | 76385 |
| CH | Chemical Engineering | 17416 | 14077 |
| CS | Computer Science and Information Technology | 259922 | 211020 |
| CY | Chemistry | 30775 | 22457 |
| DA | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 91764 | 69242 |
| EC | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 115448 | 95752 |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | 81947 | 65801 |
| ES | Environmental Science and Engineering | 7341 | 5107 |
| EY | Ecology and Evolution | 3659 | 2601 |
| GE | Geomatics Engineering | 3582 | 2592 |
| GG-1 | Geology and Geophysics (Geology) | 5647 | 4336 |
| GG-2 | Geology and Geophysics (Geophysics) | 668 | 519 |
| IN | Instrumentation Engineering | 15608 | 12424 |
| MA | Mathematics | 16272 | 11561 |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 76823 | 59612 |
| MN | Mining Engineering | 8415 | 6732 |
| MT | Metallurgical Engineering | 4794 | 3908 |
| NM | Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | 548 | 419 |
| PE | Petroleum Engineering | 1428 | 1137 |
| PH | Physics | 24225 | 18055 |
| PI | Production and Industrial Engineering | 4849 | 3673 |
| ST | Statistics | 3333 | 2087 |
| TF | Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | 1549 | 1183 |
| XE | Engineering Sciences | 12622 | 9099 |
| XH-C1 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics) | 4166 | 2952 |
| XH-C2 | Humanities and Social Sciences (English) | 5350 | 3711 |
| XH-C3 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Linguistics) | 383 | 285 |
| XH-C4 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Philosophy) | 800 | 570 |
| XH-C5 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Psychology) | 8858 | 6178 |
| XH-C6 | Humanities and Social Sciences (Sociology) | 2643 | 1819 |
| XL | Life Sciences | 50732 | 40035 |
Formula Used to Calculate GATE 2026 Cut Off
IIT Guwahati determines GATE 2026 qualifying cutoff using a standardized formula to ensure fairness across different test papers and candidate categories. The qualifying marks vary based on the performance of candidates in each paper.
- General Category:
General Cutoff = max(25, min(40, x + y))
where x is the average marks and y is the standard deviation of marks obtained by all candidates in that paper. - OBC-NCL / EWS:
0.9 × General Category Cutoff - SC / ST / PwD:
(2/3) × General Category Cutoff
Note- These formulas are used to determine the minimum qualifying marks for each GATE paper.
Previous Year GATE Cut Offs
The cutoff trends of the previous year provide insight into how the cutoff scores have evolved. Below is a summary of GATE cutoffs for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021.
GATE Cutoff 2025
| Test Paper | Cut-off (GEN) | Cut-off (OBC-NCL/EWS) | Cut-off (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | 28.9 | 26 | 19.2 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Architecture and Planning | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 29.2 | 26.2 | 19.4 |
| Biotechnology | 28 | 25.2 | 18.6 |
| Civil Engineering | 29.2 | 26.2 | 19.4 |
| Chemical Engineering | 27.7 | 24.9 | 18.4 |
| Computer Science and Information Technology | 29.2 | 26.2 | 19.4 |
| Chemistry | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 29 | 26.1 | 19.3 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Electrical Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Environmental Science and Engineering | 26.1 | 23.4 | 17.4 |
| Ecology and Evolution | 39.5 | 35.5 | 26.3 |
| Geomatics Engineering | 25.7 | 23.1 | 17.1 |
| Geology and Geophysics (Geology) | 38.4 | 34.5 | 25.5 |
| Geology and Geophysics (Geophysics) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 25.6 | 23 | 17 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 35.8 | 32.2 | 23.8 |
| Mining Engineering | 30.6 | 27.5 | 20.4 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | 25.1 | 22.5 | 16.7 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 31.1 | 27.9 | 20.7 |
| Physics | 26.8 | 24.1 | 17.8 |
| Production and Industrial Engineering | 35.6 | 32 | 23.7 |
| Statistics | 30.2 | 27.1 | 20.1 |
| Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | 34.7 | 31.2 | 23.1 |
| Engineering Sciences | 35.4 | 31.8 | 23.5 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (English) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Linguistics) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Philosophy) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Psychology) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Sociology) | 40 | 36 | 26.6 |
| Life Sciences | 31.3 | 28.1 | 20.8 |
GATE Cut Off 2024
| Test Paper | Cut-off (GEN) | Cut-off (OBC-NCL/EWS) | Cut-off (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | 33.3 | 29.9 | 22.1 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Architecture and Planning | 41.5 | 37.3 | 27.6 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Biotechnology | 38.9 | 35 | 25.9 |
| Civil Engineering | 28.3 | 25.4 | 18.8 |
| Chemical Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Computer Science and Information Technology | 27.6 | 24.8 | 18.4 |
| Chemistry | 25.2 | 22.6 | 16.7 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 37.1 | 33.3 | 24.7 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Electrical Engineering | 25.7 | 23.1 | 17.1 |
| Environmental Science and Engineering | 37.9 | 34.1 | 25.2 |
| Ecology and Evolution | 35.8 | 32.2 | 23.8 |
| Geomatics Engineering | 41.1 | 36.9 | 27.4 |
| Geology and Geophysics (Geology) | 42 | 37.8 | 28 |
| Geology and Geophysics (Geophysics) | 49 | 44.1 | 32.6 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 32.7 | 29.4 | 21.8 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 28.6 | 25.7 | 19 |
| Mining Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 41 | 36.9 | 27.3 |
| Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | 25.1 | 22.5 | 16.7 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 42.6 | 38.3 | 28.4 |
| Physics | 32 | 28.8 | 21.3 |
| Production and Industrial Engineering | 30.5 | 27.4 | 20.3 |
| Statistics | 26.6 | 23.9 | 17.7 |
| Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | 28.1 | 25.2 | 18.7 |
| Engineering Sciences | 36.2 | 32.5 | 24.1 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics) | 37 | 33.3 | 24.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (English) | 48 | 43.2 | 32 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Linguistics) | 49.7 | 44.7 | 33.1 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Philosophy) | 39.3 | 35.3 | 26.1 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Psychology) | 52.7 | 47.4 | 35.1 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences (Sociology) | 36 | 32.4 | 24 |
| Life Sciences | 29.3 | 26.3 | 19.5 |
GATE Cut Off 2023
| GATE Paper Code | General | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST: Statistics | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| PH: Physics | 31.1 | 27.9 | 20.7 |
| CS: Computer Science & IT | 32.5 | 29.2 | 21.6 |
| EC: Electronics & Communication Engg | 29.9 | 26.9 | 19.9 |
| CE: Civil Engineering | 26.6 | 23.9 | 17.7 |
| IN: Instrumentation Engineering | 34.8 | 31.3 | 23.2 |
| EE: Electrical Engineering | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| ME: Mechanical Engineering | 28.4 | 25.5 | 18.9 |
| XE: Engineering Sciences | 37.9 | 34.1 | 25.2 |
| CH: Chemical Engineering | 32.1 | - | - |
GATE Cut Off 2022
| GATE Paper 2022 | General | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS (Computer Science) | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| ECE (Electronics & Communication) | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Biotechnology | 35.5 | 31.9 | 23.6 |
| Chemical Engineering | 25.3 | 22.7 | 16.8 |
| Statistics | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 46.2 | 41.5 | 30.8 |
| GATE Maths Cut-off | 27.3 | 24.5 | 18.2 |
| Electrical Engineering | 30.7 | 27.6 | 20.4 |
| Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | 36.8 | 34.9 | 25.6 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 28.1 | 25.2 | 18.7 |
| GATE Physics Cut-off | 26.5 | 23.8 | - |
| GATE Life Science Cut-off (Botany/Zoology) | 33.9 | 30.5 | 22.5 |
| Ecology and Life Sciences | 33.4 | 30 | 22.2 |
| Agriculture Engineering | 26.3 | 23.6 | 17.5 |
| GATE Chemistry Cut-off | 27.5 | 24.7 | 18.3 |
| Mining Engineering | 25.5 | 22.9 | 17 |
| Chemistry Engineering | 25.3 | 23.7 | 17.8 |
| Civil Engineering | 31.4 | 28.3 | - |
| Engineering Sciences (Fluid Mechanics/Thermodynamics) | 40.3 | 36.2 | 26.8 |
GATE 2021 Cut Off
| GATE Paper 2021 | General | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geology and Geophysics | 44.8 | 40.3 | 29.8 |
| GATE Civil Engineering Cut-Off | 29.2 | 26.2 | 22 |
| Biotechnology | 30 | 27 | 20 |
| GATE Mechanical Engineering Cut-Off | 33 | 29.7 | 22 |
| Textile Engineering and Fibre Science | 41.8 | 37.6 | 27.8 |
| GATE Chemistry Cut-Off | 36.2 | 32.5 | 24.1 |
| GATE Maths Cut-Off | 29 | 26.1 | 19.3 |
| GATE Electrical Engineering Cut-Off | 30.3 | 27.2 | 20.2 |
| GATE Computer Science Cut-Off | 26.1 | 23.4 | 17.4 |
| GATE Electronics and Communication Cut-Off | 25 | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | 37.9 | 34.1 | 25.2 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 36 | 32 | 24 |
GATE 2026 Cut Off FAQs
Ques. What is the process after GATE Result 2026 is declared?
Ans. After GATE Result 2026 is declared, candidates who meet the qualifying GATE Cutoff 2026 can apply for M.Tech admissions in various institutes like IITs, NITs, and other participating universities. They can also apply for PSU recruitment, if applicable. Each institute or PSU has its specific admission process or interview schedule.
Ques. Is there any negative marking in GATE Exam 2026?
Ans. Yes, GATE Exam 2026 has negative marking for multiple-choice questions (MCQs). For every incorrect answer, 1/3 of the marks assigned to that question are deducted. However, there is no negative marking for Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions.
Ques. How can I check my GATE Scorecard 2026?
Ans. You can check your GATE Scorecard 2026 by logging into your GATE account on the official GATE website after the results are announced. The scorecard will display your score, rank, and other important details.
Ques. Can I request a revaluation of my GATE Exam 2026?
Ans. No, GATE does not allow revaluation or rechecking of GATE Answer Sheets 2026. The exam is computer-based, and the results are calculated based on preset algorithms. However, candidates can raise objections if they believe there was an error in the exam.
Ques. How can I prepare for GATE 2026?
Ans. To prepare for GATE 2026, follow these tips:
- Start by thoroughly understanding GATE syllabus and exam pattern.
- Refer to standard textbooks for each subject and practice problems.
- Solve previous years’ GATE papers to understand the exam’s difficulty level.
- Take mock tests and time yourself to improve speed and accuracy.
- Focus on concepts, rather than rote learning, and strengthen weak areas.
- Join online or offline coaching if necessary, and discuss doubts with peers or mentors.
Ques. How is GATE 2026 score calculated?
Ans. GATE 2026 score is calculated using a formula based on the candidate’s performance in the exam. The score is normalised using a formula that adjusts for the difficulty level of each paper, ensuring fair evaluation. It is then scaled to a score out of 1000.
Ques. Is 75 a good score in GATE 2026?
Ans. GATE score of 75 is considered decent, but whether it is good enough depends on the branch you appeared for and the category you belong to. For highly competitive branches like Computer Science, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering, a score of 75 might be lower than the cutoff for top institutes like IITs. However, it can still be sufficient for admission to NITs or other less competitive institutions.
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