
Nidhi GuptaDeputy Manager
GPAT 2023 exam was held on May 22, 2023. NTA released the GPAT admit card on May 19 and the GPAT advance city intimation slip on May 15, 2023 through which candidates were able to find out the city of the GPAT test centre. The GPAT application process concluded on March 13. NTA closed the GPAT application correction facility on March 16, 2023. NTA started the GPAT application correction facility soon afterward on March 14 to enable the candidates to do necessary changes in the GPAT application form. Earlier, NTA extended the deadline for GPAT registration on March 6, 2023. The GPAT application forms were available from February 13, 2023 in online mode. National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the GPAT registration dates through an official notification release on the official website, gpat.nta.nic.in.
The entire GPAT admission process was organized and managed online by the NTA (the prime body responsible for releasing the exam schedule for the GPAT exam) at the NTA-GPAT website. Candidates were allowed to apply for the GPAT exam by filling out the GPAT application form last on March 13, 2023 till 5:00 PM. As a consequence, the GPAT application correction window was also extended to March 14 to March 16, 2023 from the earlier designated dates i.e. from March 7, 2023 to March 9, 2023. The GPAT 2023 application correction window facilitated candidates to make necessary changes in the GPAT application form at a later stage. The GPAT 2023 application forms were available only in online mode.
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- Documents Required to Apply for GPAT Application Form 2023
- GPAT 2023 Registration Dates
- How to fill GPAT Application Form 2023 ?
- GPAT Registration/ Application Fee
- How to Make Corrections in GPAT 2023 Application Form?
- GPAT Registration 2023: Important Points to Remember
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding GPAT Application Process
Documents Required to Apply for GPAT Application Form 2023
- Qualification details
- Scanned passport-sized photograph (size between 10 kb - 200 kb in JPG/JPEG format)
- Scanned signature (size between 4 kb - 30 kb in JPG/JPEG format)
- A valid email Id
- A valid mobile number
- A valid debit card/ credit card/ net banking account
GPAT 2023 Registration Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GPAT 2023 exam
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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22 May '23 | GPAT 2023 Exam Date |
19 May '23 - 22 May '23 | GPAT 2023 Admit Card |
14 Mar '23 - 16 Mar '23 | GPAT Application correction window |
How to fill GPAT Application Form 2023 ?
Step 1: Register online and note down the system-generated application number
- Go to the official website - gpat.nta.nic.in
- Click on "New Registration"
- Candidates can alternatively click on the direct link to access the GPAT 2023 application form (DIRECT LINK -https://examinationservices.nic.in/ExamSys23/Registration/Instruction.aspx)
- Enter details such as Email Id, mobile number, etc.
- Create a password
- Choose security question
- Note down your password, security question and its answer
- Note down the system-generated application number
Step 2: Complete the GPAT application form
- Login using the application number and password
- Proceed to fill out the application form
- Check all the details before submitting the Form
Step 3: Upload scanned images
- Upload a scanned copy of a passport-sized photograph
- Upload a scanned copy of the signature
- Check the photograph and signature before the final submission
Step 4: Pay GPAT application fee
- Choose the desired mode of payment (Net banking/ credit card/ debit card/ e-challan)
- Print the confirmation page
GPAT Registration/ Application Fee
The following table brings the category-wise application fee for GPAT 2023:
Category/ PwD | Gender | Fee (INR) |
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General/ UR | Male | 2200/- |
Female/ Third Gender | 1100/- | |
OBC-NCL/ SC/ ST/ Gen-EWS/ PwD | Male | 1100/- |
Female/ Third Gender | 1100/- |
How to Make Corrections in GPAT 2023 Application Form?
Candidates will have to follow the steps given below to make corrections in GPAT application form 2023:
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Visit the official website of GPAT – gpat.nta.nic.in
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Click on the tab ‘Correction For GPAT 2023’
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Enter the Application Number, Password, and Security Pin
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Click on ‘Sign In’ tab
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Make necessary corrections and changes
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Click on the agreement checkbox and make the final submission
GPAT Registration 2023: Important Points to Remember
- If a candidate fails to complete all the four steps mentioned above, their GPAT 2023 application form will be considered incomplete.
- The application fee is non-refundable.
- Candidates need not send the GPAT application form confirmation by post to the NTA.
- NTA is not responsible for verifying the information provided by the candidate or the documents uploaded by them.
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Internet Banking
- UPI
- Paytm
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding GPAT Application Process
Q: How do I register to fill out the GPAT application form?
Q: Can I pay the GPAT application fee by demand draft?
1. Credit Card
2. Debit Card
3. Internet Banking
4. UPI
5. Paytm
It was recommended by NTA-GPAT to make the application fee payment using Canara/ICICI Bank through Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI and keep proof of fee paid. Candidates are informed that the 'Confirmation Page' of the online Application Form will be generated only after successful payment by the Candidate. In case the Confirmation Page is not generated after payment of fee, then the candidate should approach the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway.
Q: What type of details do I have to enter while filling out the GPAT 2023 application form?
Q: What documents need to be uploaded while filling out the GPAT application form?
Q: What is the last date to apply for GPAT 2023?
Q: In case I fail to appear for the GPAT exam, will the GPAT application fee get refunded?
Q: Can I make changes in the GPAT application form once it is submitted?
Q: What is the GPAT application fee?
Q: What is the size of the Scanned passport-sized photograph that needs to be uploaded at the time of filling the GPAT application form?
Q: Can I pay the GPAT application fee via cash?
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If you are facing issues with downloading your GPAT 2023 admit card, you should contact the GPAT Help Desk or the concerned authority as soon as possible. Here are the contact details that may be helpful:GPAT Help Desk Contact Information:- Phone: 022-66258304Additionally, you can also contact th...If you are facing issues with downloading your GPAT 2023 admit card, you should contact the GPAT Help Desk or the concerned authority as soon as possible. Here are the contact details that may be helpful:
GPAT Help Desk Contact Information:
- Phone: 022-66258304
Additionally, you can also contact the National Testing Agency NTA which is responsible for conducting the GPAT exam for further assistance.
Here are the NTA contact details:
National Testing Agency Contact Information:
- Phone: 0120-6895200 NTA Help Desk)
It is recommended that you provide your registration number and other relevant details while contacting the help desk or the concerned authority for quicker and more effective assistance.
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I want to know about top colleges participating for GPAT counselling and exams conducted by them?
GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) is a national level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA for admission to postgraduate pharmacy courses M.Pharma in various colleges and universities across India. The GPAT scores are accepted by several top-ranked colleges and universi...GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) is a national level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA for admission to postgraduate pharmacy courses M.Pharma in various colleges and universities across India. The GPAT scores are accepted by several top-ranked colleges and universities participating in the GPAT counselling. Some of the top colleges participating in the GPAT counselling include:
1. Jamia Hamdard New Delhi
2. NIPER (National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research), Mohali
3. BITS Pilani
4. Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal
5. JSS College of Pharmacy, Mysore
6. Bombay College of Pharmacy, Mumbai
7. Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, New Delhi
8. Birla Institute of Technology, Ranchi
9. Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune
10. Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai
These colleges are known for their excellent academic and research facilities, faculty, and placement opportunities. However, it is important to note that the list of colleges participating in the GPAT counselling may vary every year, and it is advisable to check the official website of the conducting authority for the latest updates.
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Can I bring a calculator to the GPAT exam centre?
No, candidates are not allowed to carry a calculator or any other electronic gadget to the GPAT exam centre. There is a complete list of things to do and avoid at the GPAT exam centre which candidates are advised to read carefully. Things prohibited at the GPAT test center includes: Any paper hav...No, candidates are not allowed to carry a calculator or any other electronic gadget to the GPAT exam centre. There is a complete list of things to do and avoid at the GPAT exam centre which candidates are advised to read carefully. Things prohibited at the GPAT test center includes: Any paper having textual material on it such as log tables or any written/printed content, Smartwatches, Mobile Phones or any other electronic devices, slide rules etc. Other rules will be mentioned on the GPAT admit card.
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Is GPAT an online or offline exam?
NTA conducts GPAT exam in online mode. This means that candidates will have to visit the test center to appear for the exam in computer-based format. On the day of the examination, each candidate will be allotted a computer terminal at the exam centre where they will have to input correct answers...NTA conducts GPAT exam in online mode. This means that candidates will have to visit the test center to appear for the exam in computer-based format. On the day of the examination, each candidate will be allotted a computer terminal at the exam centre where they will have to input correct answers against the questions being asked in the exam. The GPAT 2023 exam will be conducted on May 22, 2023. Candidates will be able to appear for the exam in two shifts. The morning shift of GPAT 2023 will begin from 9 am to 12 noon and the forenoon shift will commence from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
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Is there any sectional time limit in the GPAT exam?
As per the directive of NTA there is no sectional time limit to attempt different sections of the GPAT question paper. Candidates will get overall 180 minutes (3 hours) to attempt the questions in the exam. Candidates can switch between the sections to attempt the questions.
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How many marks will be deducted if I skip a question in GPAT paper?
There is no deduction of marks for question not attempted in GPAT exam. Candidates are allowed to skip a question if they do not know the correct answer. They will be marked zero for skipping the question. Overall there will be a total of 125 questions in the GPAT 2023 exam. One mark will be dedu...There is no deduction of marks for question not attempted in GPAT exam. Candidates are allowed to skip a question if they do not know the correct answer. They will be marked zero for skipping the question. Overall there will be a total of 125 questions in the GPAT 2023 exam. One mark will be deducted for every wrong response. Each correct response will be rewarded with 4 marks in the exam.
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Is there a negative marking in the GPAT 2023 exam?
Yes, candidates whose answer is incorrect have to face negative marking of -1 mark each. There is no negative marking of the unattempted questions. The maximum marks of the question paper as defined by the authority is 500 and candidates will be given 3 hours time duration to complete the test. A...Yes, candidates whose answer is incorrect have to face negative marking of -1 mark each. There is no negative marking of the unattempted questions. The maximum marks of the question paper as defined by the authority is 500 and candidates will be given 3 hours time duration to complete the test. As there is negative marking in the exam, therefore candidates are advised to carefully attempt the questions in order to avoid negative marking in the exam.
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How many sections are there in GPAT 2023 exam?
There are 5 five sections in GPAT 2023 exam namely Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects, Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects, Pharmacognosy & Allied Subjects, Pharmacology & Allied Subjects, and other subjects. The syllabus of the GPAT 2023 entrance examination majorly covers va...There are 5 five sections in GPAT 2023 exam namely Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects, Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects, Pharmacognosy & Allied Subjects, Pharmacology & Allied Subjects, and other subjects. The syllabus of the GPAT 2023 entrance examination majorly covers various dimensions of pharmaceutics. This year a new section on computational Biology and bioinformatics has been added to the syllabus.
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How many questions are there in the GPAT exam?
In GPAT exam, generally there are 125 objective-type questions with 4 or more response options. Instead of writing the answer, the candidate has to choose the correct response from the options given and mark it. The exam pattern of GPAT 2023 clearly states that the medium for the examination will...In GPAT exam, generally there are 125 objective-type questions with 4 or more response options. Instead of writing the answer, the candidate has to choose the correct response from the options given and mark it. The exam pattern of GPAT 2023 clearly states that the medium for the examination will be English only. Any requests for a different medium/ language will not be entertained by the NTA.
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Are there any changes in the GPAT 2023 syllabus?
The GPAT 2023 exam syllabus has been released by NTA. GPAT exam pattern was last modified in the academic year 2016-17, preceding which the examination was conducted twice a year. At present, GPAT exam is conducted once a year in computer-based format. As per the current notification, the GPAT ex...The GPAT 2023 exam syllabus has been released by NTA. GPAT exam pattern was last modified in the academic year 2016-17, preceding which the examination was conducted twice a year. At present, GPAT exam is conducted once a year in computer-based format. As per the current notification, the GPAT exam will be conducted in two shifts. The exam pattern remains the same like previous year.
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I am unable to download my GPAT 2023 admit card. Whom should I contact?
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