Why is GPAT exam popular?

GRADUATE PHARMACY APTITUDE TEST (GPAT) is a top national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to M.Pharma programmes. The GPAT exam score is accepted by 800+ colleges in India for admission to several courses. Candidates appearing for GPAT exam will have to register at the GPAT website to appear for the exam.

In case I fail to appear for the GPAT exam, will the GPAT application fee get refunded?

The GPAT application fee is non-refundable. Once the application form is submitted at the website, no refund will be given to the candidates by the exam conducting body. The fee can be submitted only online through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or UPI Services. Processing charges and GST as applicable are chargeable to the candidate.

How can I check my GPAT result?

The GPAT result and merit list PDFs are released together. Candidates can check the GPAT result by visiting the official website and clicking on the result PDF link.

How to Check GPAT Exam City Slip?

Candidates can check the GPAT exam city slip using the process shared below- Visit the website - natboard.edu.in. Click on the GPAT exam tab. Click on the application link. Enter the login details. Download the city intimation slip.

How to check GPAT result?

Candidates can check the GPAT result using the process shared below- Visit the website- natboard.edu.in. Select the GPAT exam. Click on the result tab. Download the PDF.

Is the GPAT score valid for 3 years?

The GPAT score is valid for three years. Candidates who have qualified the GPAT exam can participate in the counselling process till next three years for admissions to MPharma course.

Which college is best after GPAT?

Have a look at the best GPAT colleges that accept MPharma admissions after the exam results- Panjab University Central University of Rajasthan Central University of Punjab NIPER, Hyderabad BBAU, Lucknow Jamia Hamdard Gujarat Technological University

Is the GPAT exam hard or easy?

The GPAT exam is generally of easy to moderate level in terms of difficulty. In the past few years, the GPAT question paper has been of moderate level. The exam includes application-based as well as numerical-based questions, especially in these areas- Pharmacology Pharmaceutics Pharmaceutical Chemistry

When will GPAT answer key be released?

The GPAT 2027 answer key will be released online. The NBEMS will display the provisional answer key along with the response sheet and question paper at natboard.edu.in.

What is a good score in GPAT?

The score of around 170-200 is considered as a good score in GPAT exam. Candidates should prepare well for the exam to obtain good scores and get shortlisted for the counselling process.

What is the GPAT cutoff 2026?

The GPAT cutoff 2026 has been released by the NBEMS along with the results. The cutoff marks have been announced category-wise for General, OBC, SC, ST and PwBD candidates. Have a look at the GPAT cutoff scores below- Category of Candidate EWS Status PwBD Status Cut-off Percentile Cut-off Score GENERAL NO NO 96.2586493 213 GENERAL NO YES 48.9825988 104 GENERAL YES NO 90.8238059 180 GENERAL YES YES 50.0270437 105 OBC-NCL (Central List) -- NO 90.0870992 177 OBC-NCL (Central List) -- YES 45.7149785 100 SC -- NO 76.4664192 142 SC -- YES 46.5766455 101 ST -- NO 59.1939124 116 ST -- YES 57.3847847 114

Is it mandatory to fill GPAT application form for admission to MPharm?

It is mandatory to fill the GPAT application form for admission to MPharm courses. The NBEMS invites online applications for the GPAT examination. Candidates who register online are eligible to take the exam.

When will GPAT 2027 application begin?

The NBEMS is expected to start the GPAT 2027 application in December 2026, as per the trends seen in previous year.

How to know the allotted GPAT exam centre?

Candidates can know the allotted GPAT exam centre by downloading their admit cards. The GPAT admit card informs the candidates about the name and address of the allotted exam centre.

Is the GPAT admit card released?

The GPAT admit card 2027 will be released at natboard.edu.in around a week before the exam. Candidates can download the admit card by logging to registered accounts.

GPAT Exam Dates 2027: Get Complete Exam Schedule Here

Updated on Jun 8, 2026 14:42 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

Overview

GPAT Exam Date 2027: The NBEMS will soon announce the GPAT 2027 exam date. The GPAT exam is expected to be held in March 2027 as a computer-based test. The GPAT 2027 registration dates will be announced along with other dates through the release of the information bulletin. The GPAT application form 2027 will be active for around 20 days.

Read further to know about the important GPAT dates and events. Candidates must know these dates to not miss out on any event.

Table of contents

GPAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
GPAT 2027 Registration Dates
GPAT 2027 Admit Card Date
GPAT 2027 Exam Date
GPAT 2027 Answer Key Date
GPAT 2027 Result Date
GPAT 2027 Counselling Dates
GPAT Exam Date 2027 FAQs

GPAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GPAT 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 26	GPAT 2027 Registration TENTATIVE
Mar ' 27	GPAT Exam Date TENTATIVE

Dates	Past Exam Dates
15 Apr ' 26	GPAT Scorecard
07 Apr ' 26	GPAT 2026 Result
13 Mar ' 26 - 16 Mar ' 26	GPAT answer key Challenge
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GPAT 2027 Registration Dates

The GPAT registration 2027 will be invited online at natboard.edu.in. The NBEMS is expected to release the GPAT application form in December 2026. The NBE will provide the GPAT form correction facility for the applicants after the closing of registration window. The form correction window will open in three phases. Candidates can edit selected fields and rectify the uploaded images, signatures, and thumb impressions during the correction facility.

GPAT 2027 Admit Card Date

The NBEMS will issue the GPAT Admit Card around 4 to 5 days before the exam. Students need to download GPAT hall ticket 2026 from the official website at natboard.edu.in. Candidates can download the GPAT admit card using the process shared below-

Go to GPAT website.
Click on application link.
Login using the user ID and password.
Download the admit card.

GPAT 2027 Exam Date

Candidates must know the GPAT exam date so that they can prepare accordingly for the exam. The GPAT 2027 is expected to be held in March 2027. The duration of the examination will be 3 hours.

GPAT Exam Day Events

The GPAT exam is conducted for three-hour duration. The NBE GPAT exam is conducted from 9 AM to 12 PM. Students need to make sure that they reach the exam centre by 8:00 am to avoid any last minute delays. Students should know the exam duration, time and reporting time. Have a look at the GPAT exam timing below-

Activities	Time
Allow Candidates to enter the examination centre	07:00 AM
Entry closes at GPAT Examination Center	08:30 AM
Grant access for Candidate Login	08:45 AM
Log in to read instructions	08:50 AM
GPAT Exam Start Time	09:00 AM
Exam End Time	12:00 PM

GPAT 2027 Answer Key Date

The GPAT 2027 answer key will be released online. Candidates can download the NBEMS GPAT answer key PDF by logging to their registered accounts. Candidates need to submit the challenges against the answer key if they find any answer wrong or faulty.

GPAT 2027 Result Date

The NBEMS will display the GPAT 2027 results on the official website at natboard.edu.in. The result PDF comprises the details of all the applicants who took the exam along with the cut off marks and merit list. Candidates who clear the exam are eligible for counselling. The GPAT scorecard 2027 will be released after the results on the login window of candidates.

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GPAT 2027 Counselling Dates

The NBEMS does not conduct the GPAT counselling for MPharma admissions. Candidates need to apply individually to participate in the GPAT counselling process of different colleges. The admission to the top MPharma colleges of India is generally granted through counselling, which includes an interview and overall performance in the entrance exam.