GATE 2027 Documents Required, DigiLocker Mandatory for Indians
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027
Mandatory DigiLocker Verification & Document Guidelines
IIT Madras mandates DigiLocker integration for all Indian applicants. Prepare specifications before uploading.
GATE 2027 Documents Required: DigiLocker Mandatory for Indian Nationals
Sarkari Chatra Editorial Desk — Last updated: 03 September 2026, 03:30 PM IST
Document Protocol Alert: The organizing institute, IIT Madras, has published strict guidelines for document uploads on the GOAPS 2027 portal. Candidates must ensure that their DigiLocker account is active and verified to prevent rejection of the application.
Checklist of Documents to Prepare
| Document Name | Format | Upload Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| DigiLocker Verification | Online API | Mandatory authentication for Indian nationals to verify Name and DOB. |
| High Quality Photograph | JPEG / JPG | White background, front-facing, size 5 KB to 200 KB, clear face (no caps/goggles). |
| Candidate Signature | JPEG / JPG | Black or dark blue ink on white paper, size 5 KB to 200 KB. |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST) | Government format, size 10 KB to 500 KB. | |
| OBC-NCL / EWS Certificate | Issued on or after 01 April 2026, size 10 KB to 500 KB. | |
| PwD / Dyslexic Certificate | Official medical authority certificate, size 10 KB to 500 KB. |
Photograph & Signature Rules to Avoid Rejection
- Background: The photograph must possess a clean white background. Selfies, casual photos, and polaroid images will cause instant application rejection.
- Spectacles: If wearing spectacles, ensure there is no flash reflection or tinted glasses covering the eyes.
- Signature: Do not sign in capital/block letters; signatures must be in your natural running handwriting in black or dark blue ink.
Notice: Do not use specifications from older GATE brochures. Always verify the current 2027 dimension guidelines directly on gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
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