GATE 2026 Response Sheet: IIT Guwahati has released the GATE response sheet, solution key, and question paper on GOAPS portal. Candidates who took the exam on February 7, 8, 14, and 15 can obtain the GATE 2026 provisional answer key from gate2026.iitg.ac.in using their enrollment ID and password.
By comparing your solutions to the Provisional Answer Key, you can avoid the stress of a month-long wait for results. This approach allows you to evaluate the evaluation system's accuracy, uncover potential differences in the official keys, and, most crucially, calculate your raw score with near-certainty. For those going for PSUs or prominent M.Tech programs at IITs/NITs, this is the first genuine indication of where you stand in the competitive landscape. Read on to learn more about the GATE 2026 response sheet, provisional answer key and question paper details.
Direct Link to Download the GATE 2026 Response Sheet
The direct link to download the GATE 2026 response sheet has been provided below.
GATE 2026 response sheet (Active)
How to challenge the GATE Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can challenge the GATE 2026 provisional answer key by following the processes listed below:
- Visit the official website and navigate to the candidate login 2026.
- Enter the enrollment ID and password.
- You can see an option to obtain the preliminary answer key alongside the raise objection option.
- Choose and provide a legitimate response with a thorough solution. Upload any materials that you believe may help to support your answer.
- Pay the appropriate fee and submit.
- Save a copy for future reference.
After filing challenges to the GATE answer key 2026, the authorities will review the responses. If they are satisfied with their response, they will put it in the final answer key. The final answer key, along with the GATE 2026 results, will be announced on March 19, 2026. Candidates must understand that the final answer key cannot be contested under any circumstances.