GAT-B 2026: The National Testing Agency have uploaded GAT-B and BET scorecard 2026 on their official website. Candidates who have appeared for the exam can now check their GAT-B 2026 result at exams.nta.nic.in. Candidates can download their scorecard using their credentials.
Latest Updates
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NTA is not responsible for counselling.
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Admission counselling and seat allocation are done individually by participating institutions and universities funded DBT (Department of Biotechnology)
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Qualified candidates can avail a stipend amount as per their respective programs. The stipend amount is different for each program.
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The qualifying cutoff for the general category is 128 marks out of 240 marks (53.33%)
gat-b & BET 2026 RESULTS OUT!
- What is GAT-B?
- GAT-B 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- GAT-B 2026 Counselling and Admission
- GAT-B 2026 Result
- GAT-B 2026 Cutoff
- GAT-B 2026 Analysis
- GAT-B 2026 Admit Card
- GAT B 2026 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and Preparation
- GAT-B 2026 Question Paper Answer Key
- GAT-B 2026 Eligibility and Application
What is GAT-B?
GAT-B, or Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology is an All-India Entrance Examination to test the eligibility of Indian Nationals for admission to postgraduate Biotechnology programs and allied areas at participating institutions in India. Through GAT-B, candidates can get admission to the following programs:
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MSc Biotechnology and allied areas
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MTech Biotechnology and allied areas
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MSc Agricultural Biotechnology and
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MVSc Animal Biotechnology
Also read: MTech exams other than GATE
BET (Biotechnology Eligibility Test) Exam on the other hand is a national qualifying examination for admission to Doctoral Research Fellowships under the DBT-Junior Research Fellowships Programme. These fellowships are tenable at any recognised university/institution in India where the candidate registers for PhD programme. Candidates interested in research programs through GAT-B or BET exam can check the highlights below:
| Particulars |
Details |
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| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| Exam Mode |
Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Courses Covered |
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| How many students appeared in GAT-B and BET exam? |
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| Current Status |
Result and Scorecard Released |
| Next Event |
Counselling and Seat Allocation |
Commonly asked questions
GAT-B, also known as Graduate Aptitude Test Biotechnology is a national-level entrance examination that offers admission to Department of Biotechnology supported Post Graduate Programmes in Biotechnology and allied areas in participating institutions. The National Testing Agency conducts the GAT B and BET exam every year.
Some colleges that accept GAT-B scores in India are: Banaras Hindu University Uttar Pradesh, Amity University Haryana, Anna University, Chennai, Banasthali Vidyapith in Rajasthan.
GAT-B 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GAT B 2026 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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| May ' 26 | GAT B 2026 result |
| 23 May ' 26 - 24 May ' 26 | GAT-B 2026 answer key objection facility |
| 17 May ' 26 | BET exam date 2026 |
GAT-B 2026 Counselling and Admission
The National Testing Agency does not conduct GAT-B or BET counselling. The NTA is only responsible for hosting the exam and result declaration. The counselling and seat allocation are handled individually by the participating institutions and universities listed under GAT-B and BET exam.
How to participate in the GAT-B Counselling?
To participate in the counselling process of GAT-B 2026, candidates will have to first download their GAT-B result scorecard and apply at the respective DBT-supported institutions.
Documents Required for GAT-B Counselling 2026
Candidates need to keep following documents ready for GAT-B and BET counselling and reporting to the allotted institute:
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Two self-attested copies of matriculation, higher secondary pre-university of Indian School Certificate or Senior School Certificate (10+2) or an equivalent examination centre, showing age and date of birth in the certificate
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Character certificate
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Statement of marks obtained during their academics
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Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates
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Valid ID proof and six copies of photographs
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Category certificates
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Migration certificate
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GAT-B 2026 application form, admit card, and GAT-B scorecard
NOTE: GATE-qualified candidates are eligible for BET admission. They will come under category-II admission process.
The National Testing Agency offers around 1316 DBT-sanctioned in 79 DBT-supported postgraduate programmes in Biotechnology/ Allied Areas through the Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology.
GAT-B 2026 Result
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Biotechnology result is prepared in the form of merit list. It determines the qualifying status of the applicant. The NTA declares result in merit list and rankcard/scorecard format. The cutoff list include details, such as application number, GAT-B roll number, candidate’s name, category, GAT-B scores, and percentage.
How to check GAT-B and BET 2026 Result?
The result is declared on the basis of final answer key. To evaluate scores, the authorities use the GAT-B exam pattern. Candidates can download their GAT-B and BET scorecards following the steps mentioned below:
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Go to the official website: exams.nta.nic.in
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Click on the “Download Scorecard” link
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Select the exam name, and enter application number, password, and security pin.
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The rankcard will be displayed on the screen
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Check details, and download the scorecard and take printout
Note: Candidates must note that the National Testing Agency does not allow re-checking or re-evaluation for the GAT-B/BET result 2026.
Commonly asked questions
GAT-B result is available online only. Candidates can check their qualifying status using their credentials- application number and password.
The following details are printed in the GAT-B rank card-
- Candidate's Name
- Application Number
- Qualifying status
- Roll number
- Course Name
- Marks Secured
- Rank Obtained
GAT-B 2026 Cutoff
The National Testing Agency released the GAT-B cutoff 2026 (category-wise). The GAT-B cutoff is the minimum qualifying mark required to pass the exam and be eligible for admission. Candidates can check the GAT-B 2026 category-wise cutoff details below:
| Category |
Cutoff % |
Cutoff Marks out of 240 |
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| UR (General) - 50.55% |
53.33 |
128 |
| OBC-NCL (27%) |
38.96 |
93.5 |
| SC (15%) |
27.08 |
65 |
| ST (7.5%) |
25 |
60 |
| Differently-abled (5% Horizontal Reservation) |
25 |
60 |
NOTE: Candidates who have secured marks based on the above GAT-B cutoff mark are eligible for admission.
GAT-B Cutoff 2020-2024
| Year | General Category |
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| 2024 | 127 |
| 2023 | 127.5 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2021 | 121.5 |
| 2020 | 123.5 |
GAT-B 2026 Analysis
The Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology and Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET) was conducted on May 17 in two shifts. The exam was conducted across 54 cities at 79 centres online. Candidates who appeared for the exam, stated that paper was overall moderate to tough. Check brief analysis of GAT-B 2026 paper below:
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Section- A of GAT-B question paper was relatively easy. However, few questions were tricky
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While section- “B” was moderate to tough demanding analytical thinking skills.
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Out of 240 marks, the qualifying cutoff mark for the general category was 128 marks
GAT-B 2026 Important Topics & Paper Analysis
Candidates can check the list of important topics and chapters that were asked in GAT-B 2026 exam.
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Important Topics and Analysis |
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| Section “A” (Biology and Mathematics) |
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| Section “B” (Life Sciences and Biotechnology) |
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GAT-B 2026 Admit Card
The NTA has issued GAT-B 2026 and BET-exam admit card a few days before the GAT-B 2026 exam date. First, the authorities released the city intimation slip, then admit card a few days after. Candidates appearing for the exam must carry their GAT-B hall ticket 2026 along with mentioned documents.
GAT-B City Intimation Slip 2026
Before releasing the admit card, the authorities issues GAT-B city intimation slip. For 2026, the city intimation slip has been released. Candidates must note that city intimation slip is not admit card. It is just advanced information to inform student about where their test city is located, so that they can make their travel arrangements accordingly.
How to download GAT-B 2026 Admit Card
The steps to download the hall ticket and GAT-B/BET 2026 city-intimation slip can be checked below:
- Visit official website and click on the admit card/intimation slip link
- Enter application number, password, and date of birth
- The admit card will be displayed on the screen
- Check all details carefully and save admit card and city intimation slip
The reporting time to the GAT-B exam centre is two hours before the exam time. Students appearing for the exam, must carry their GAT-B exam admit card with one valid ID proof to the test centre.
Details Mentioned in GAT-B Admit Card 2026
The GAT-B hall ticket includes the following details:
- Candidate’s name
- Candidate’s GAT B roll number
- Address
- exam centre details
- exam date and time
- GAT-B exam duration
- Candidate’s signature
- Candidate’s photograph
- Exam day rules and instructions
The GAT-B MTech Biotechnology admit card will be needed at the time of admission and counselling. Students are advised to keep their halll ticket safe till the completion of admission process.
Commonly asked questions
No, NTA does not allow candidates to change their exam centres after issuing GAT B admit card.
GAT B 2026 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and Preparation
National Testing Agency releases GAT-B exam pattern along with the official notification. Applicants appearing in the exam must refer to exam pattern to prepare for exam. Students can check GAT-B and BET examination pattern below -
GAT-B Exam Pattern 2026
Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology exam comprises of 2 sections, A and B
- Section "A" consists of 60 MCQs. Each correct answer carry one mark. For incorrect answer, 0.5 mark will be deducted
- Section "B" consists of 100 MCQs of 3 marks each. Students have to attempt only 60 questions out of 100. There is negative marking of 1 mark for incorrect responses
BET 2026 Exam Pattern
BET 2026 exam dates have been updated on official website. The time duration to complete question paper is three hours and is divided into two sections -
- Section "A" consists of 50 MCQs of 10+2 level in subjects. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and there is a negative marking -1 for wrong answer
- Section "B" consists of 150 questions (MCQs) with questions based on biotechnology. Candidates have to attempt at least 50 questions. Each question is of 3 mark and there is negative marking of 1 mark for incorrect response
GAT-B/BET Exam Syllabus 2026
Candidates need to be fully aware of the GAT B and BET syllabus before filling out the GAT B application form. Applicants appearing in the exam must go through the GAT-B 2026 syllabus for their preparations. GAT-B syllabus comprises important topics and chapters asked in the exam. The examination was conducted in two shifts for 180 minutes. Candidates can check the brief syllabus of the GAT B exam here:
| Section | Topics |
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| Section A |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology of 10 +2 level |
| Section B | Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied areas of Graduation level |
How to prepare for GAT-B 2026 Exam
Candidates appearing for GAT-B exam 2026 must ensure that they start their preparation right from their academics. Here are some preparation tips that can help students to get good score in the exam.
- First, understand the exam pattern and go through the syllabus carefully
- Since the GAT-B paper has negative marking, therefore it's better to avoid guesswork
- Focus mainly on concept-building. 60 questions (objective-based) are compulsory to attempt. These questions are 10+2 level. Try solving these questions with accuracy.
- Attempt full-length question papers and solve GAT-B PYQs daily to improve time management skills.
- Keep at least two months for revision and make short notes for last-day revision
Some important topics in GAT-B 2026 include the following:
| Subject | Topics and Chapters |
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| Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering | DNA replication, Restriction Enzymes, Blotting Techniques, Transcription, and Translation |
| Biochemistry | Enzyme Kinetics, Metabolic Pathways, Numerical problems on Michaelics- Menten Kinetics and Enzyme Inhibition |
| Immunology and Microbiology | Innate and Adaptive Immunity, MHC complexes, Microbial Growth Kinetics |
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.
GAT-B 2026 Question Paper Answer Key
GAT-B 2026 Eligibility and Application
Commonly asked questions
No, NTA do not allow application form submission with late fee. Therefore, candidates must submit their form within deadline.
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