GAT-B Exam Pattern 2026: NTA released GAT-B and BET exam pattern along with official notification. The exam dates have been released, and the paper pattern is different for both exams. BET exam was conducted for a total of 300 marks, and GAT-B 2026 was held for 240 marks total. The mode of exam was online and comprises two sections.
The exam pattern of GAT-B 2026 includes details regarding test mode, marking scheme, duration, etc. Question paper of GAT-B is divided into two sections. Section "A" include MCQs at 10+2 levels, having questions from physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology. On the other hand, section "B" inlcudes questions covering basic biology, life sciences, allied areas, etc.
The exam is computer-based with a time duration of 3 hours. Each correct answer carries 3 marks and incorrect answer carry negative marking of one mark. Read below to know more about GAT-B exam pattern 2026.
- GAT-B Exam Pattern 2026 – Highlights
- BET -B Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
- GAT-B Question distribution and Subject-Wise Weightage
- GAT-B 2026 Total Marks and Marking Scheme
- GAT-B 2026 Section and Important Topics
- GAT-B 2026 FAQs
GAT-B Exam Pattern 2026 – Highlights
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam |
Online |
| Question Type |
Multiple Choice Question |
| Duration of exam |
3 hours |
| Number of sections |
2 (Two) -- Parts 1 and 2 |
| Questions in Part 1 |
60 questions |
| Questions in Part 2 |
100 questions (60 to attempt) |
| Language |
English |
| Negative Marking |
Part-1: For each wrong answer, 0.5 (half) mark will be deducted Part 2: For each wrong answer, one (1) mark will be deducted |
Commonly asked questions
GAT-B question paper consists of a total of 100 questions, out of which students have to attempt 60 questions. Candidates must check details carefully before solving question paper.
The NTA releases GAT-B exam pattern in official notification. Time duration of Graduate Aptitude Test in Biotechnology is three hours and is conducted online. Students interested in applying for GAT-B exam must be aware of paper pattern of GAT-B.
The National Testing Agency releases GAT-B exam pattern along with exam dates and official notification. The entrance test is conducted once a year. The mode of entrance test is online with a time duration of three hours. The question paper has two sections- with basis of physics, chemistry, biology, biotechnology, allied sciences, etc.
BET -B Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
Candidates can check important highlights of BET exam pattern below -
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam |
Online |
| Question Type |
Multiple Choice Question |
| Duration of exam |
3 hours |
| Number of sections |
2 (Two) - Parts 1 and 2 |
| Questions in Part 1 |
50 questions |
| Questions in Part 2 |
150 questions (50 to attempt) |
| Language |
English |
| Negative Marking |
Part-1: For each wrong answer, one (1) mark will be deducted Part 2: For each wrong answer, one (1) mark will be deducted |
Commonly asked questions
150 questions are asked in BET examination. Section 1 consists of 50 questions and section 2 consists of 100 questions, out of which candidates can attempt 50 questions.
GAT-B Question distribution and Subject-Wise Weightage
NTA will release GAT-B exam pattern, question and marking distribution for GAT-B and BET entrance test. Candidates can check total questions and number of attempts below -
GAT-B Exam Pattern 2026
| Sections |
Number of questions |
Number of questions to be attempted |
|---|---|---|
| Section A (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology) |
60 |
60 |
| Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied areas |
100 |
60 |
| Total |
160 |
120 |
BET Exam Pattern 2026
| Sections |
Number of questions |
Number of questions to be attempted |
|---|---|---|
| Section A (General Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, General Aptitude, Analytical, Quantitative Ability and General Biotechnology) |
50 |
50 |
| Section B (Specific areas of Biotechnology) |
150 |
50 |
| Total |
200 |
100 |
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check section "B" exam pattern and marking scheme below -
- Consists of MCQs at graduate level
- Questions are asked from basic biology, life sciences, biotechnology, etc.
- A total of 100 questions will be available, out of which candidates have to attempt 60 questions.
- Each correct answer carry 3 marks, with a negative marking of 1 mark.
The section "A" of BET question paper consists of following number of questions and attempts -
Sections | Number of questions | Number of questions to be attempted |
|---|---|---|
Section A (General Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, General Aptitude, Analytical, Quantitative Ability and General Biotechnology) | 50 | 50 |
GAT-B 2026 Total Marks and Marking Scheme
The National Testing Agency mentions the GAT-B marking scheme in the official notification. The marking scheme for each is different. The entrance test for MTech Biotechnology takes place online and question paper is available in English language only. Candidates can refer to the table below -
GAT-B Marking Scheme
| Sections |
Marking Scheme |
|---|---|
| Section A |
Correct: +1 Incorrect: -0.5 |
| Section B |
Correct: +3 Incorrect: -1 |
BET Marking Scheme
| Sections |
Marking Scheme |
|---|---|
| Section A |
Correct: +3 Incorrect: -1 |
| Section B |
Correct: +3 Incorrect: -1 |
NOTE:
- If more than one option is correct then marks will be awarded to those who have marked correct response.
- On the other hand, if none of the options are correct or the question is found to be wrong, then respective question will be dropped. However, full marks will be awarded to those who have attempted such question.
Commonly asked questions
If more than one option is found to be correct, then marks will be given to candidates who have answered to that question.
If any question in GAT-B exam is incorrect, but option is correct, then full marks will be given to applicants who have attempted that particular question.
Yes, there is negative marking for the questions asked in the GAT-B exam. For wrong attempt 1 mark will be deducted. Instructions will be displayed at the time of attempting the question paper.
GAT-B 2026 Section and Important Topics
The question paper of GAT-B is mainly divided into two sections - "A" and "B."
- The section "A" in the Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology tests 10+2 fundamentals
- Section "B" tests graduate-level topics
Important Topics in GAT-B (Section-A)
| Subjects | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Physics | Laws of Motion, thermodynamics, modern physics, and optics |
| Chemistry | Chemical bonding, thermodynamics, and organic chemistry |
| Maths | Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, and Probability |
| Biology | Cell structure, biotechnology basics, human physiology, genetics, etc |
Important Topics for Section "B"
| Sections | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Biomolecules and Biochemistry | Nucleic acids, Amino acids, Lipids, and Enzyme Kinetics |
| Molecular and Cell Biology | DNA replication, transcription, gene regulation, and membranes |
| Immunology | Antigens- antibody interactions, vaccines |
| Bioprocess Engineering | Fermentation technology, Bioreactor design |
GAT-B 2026 FAQs
Candidates can check the GAT-B Exam FAQs below -
Commonly asked questions
NTA conducts GAT-B exam in one shift only. Check dates below.
| Name of the examination | GAT-B (Graduate Aptitude Test in Biotechnology) |
| Duration of the exam | 180 minutes (3 hours) |
| Date of the GAT-B exam | May 17, 2026 |
| Timing of the GAT-B exam | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Candidates can check BET 2026 exam date below. The time duration of CBT is three hours (180 minutes)
| BET exam dates | May 17 |
| BET exam timings | 3 pm to 6:00 pm |
GAT-B question paper will comprise MCQs with four options out of which only one will be correct. Candidates will have to select only one option. There are no theory-based questions asked.
National Testing Agency conducts GAT B exam online. Candidates will receive city intimation slip and hall ticket GAT-B a few days before entrance test.
GAT B Exam
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Hi. Yes, GAT-B and BET 2026 online registrations are open until April 9. Candidates can apply online at the official website. For detailed information on the GAT-B 2026 application form you can see below link
https://www.shiksha.com/news/engineering-gat-b-2026-and-bet-official-notification-out-regis
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