GPAT Question Paper 2026 (OUT): Download Previous Year Question Papers PDF

Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test 2026 ( GPAT )

Rupali Pruthi
Updated on May 29, 2026 17:53 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

Overview

GPAT Question Papers: The NBEMS published the GPAT 2026 question paper on the candidates' login window along with the answer key on March 13, 2026. Only those candidates who took the exam could download the question paper along with the GPAT answer key 2026 by logging in with their user IDs and passwords. The GPAT 2026 exam was held on March 7.

The NBEMS does not release the GPAT question papers PDFs in the public domain. Hence, aspirants cannot access the question papers easily. However, until 2023, when the NTA used to conduct the exam, the question papers were displayed publicly. We have shared the GPAT previous years' question paper PDFs (2022 to 2019) on this page. Students planning to appear for the next session of the exam must practice with GPAT previous year papers to understand the GPAT exam pattern, nature of the questions asked in the exam and their difficulty level.

Table of contents
  • GPAT Previous Years Question Papers PDFs (2022-2019)
  • FAQs on GPAT Question Papers

Download previous year GPAT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download GPAT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

GPAT Previous Years Question Papers PDFs (2022-2019)

GPAT 2022 Question Paper

GPAT 2021 Question Paper

GPAT 2020 Question Paper

GPAT 2019 Question Paper
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FAQs on GPAT Question Papers

Go through the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the GPAT Question Paper below-

Q:   Is the GPAT 2026 question paper available?
A: 

The official NBEMS GPAT 2026 question paper was made available on login window. Candidates who took the exam could download the official question paper by logging in to their accounts. Moreover, memory-based question paper with answers is available now. Check here the memory based GPAT question paper 2026 with answers.

Q:   Can I download GPAT previous year papers?
A: 

Yes, candidates can download GPAT previous year papers to prepare for GPAT 2025 exam. GPAT Previous year papers provide an overview about the level of difficulty expected in the exam. Candidates will be able to gauge some idea about the level of preparation expected from them. It is a tried and tested and systemmatic way of preparing for an entrance exam strategically. 

Q:   Are there repeated questions in GPAT exam?
A: 

There are not the exact repeated questions in the GPAT exam. However, sometime the intent remains the same and the language of question changes. In 2025, there were some questions from GPAT previous years question papers.

Q:   How many sets are there in GPAT question papers?
A: 

GPAT exam is generally conducted in two shifts. NBEMS normally releases the GPAT question papers as per the shift in which the candidate attempted the question paper. The GPAT question paper is released online for the candidates. They can access it using their personal login details. It helps them to analyse their performance and find out if any question is marked incorrectly.   

Q:   How many questions are there in GPAT question paper?
A: 

GPAT question paper comprise of 125 questions. All the questions are objective-type and belong to various categories such as Organic chemistry, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry, physical chemistry, among other sections. The bifuercations of the topics from which questions are asked in GPAT exam. 

Type of questionsTotal no of questionsMaxium Marks
Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects38152
Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects38152
Pharmacognosy & Allied Subjects1040
Pharmacology & Allied Subjects28112
Other subjects of B.Pharma course1144
Total125500
Q:   How to Download GPAT question paper PDF?
A: 

Candidates can download the official GPAT question paper PDF when the NBEMS releases the provisional answer key. Have a look at the process below-

  • Visit natboard.edu.in.
  • Click on GPAT exam.
  • Go to the application link.
  • Login using the details.
  • Download the question paper PDF.
Q:   Who releases the GPAT question paper?
A: 

The NBEMS is the sole authority responsible to release the GPAT question papers and answers after the successful completion of exam. Earlier NTA was the body responsible to conduct the exam. Students are advised to check the GPAT question paper with answers PDF to increase their chances of qualifying the exam. 

Q:   Are candidates allowed to carry the GPAT question papers outside the exam hall?
A: 

No, candidates are not allowed to carry GPAT question paper outside the hall because the exam is conducted in online mode. There is no physical distribution of the GPAT question paper. However, after the completion of the GPAT exam, NTA GPAT question paper and answer PDF will be released at the official website.

Q:   Is it useful to solve the previous years' GPAT question papers?
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Solving GPAT previous year question papers is important for the exam preparation. Students are advised to solve GPAT mock test in a proctored manner, i.e. within the stipulated timing and duration and at one go, without any breaks. A thorough practice of the GPAT question papers will help in understanding the question paper pattern. In turn this will build familarity towards the questions expected in the exam. 

Q:   Who sets the GPAT question paper?
A: 

NBEMS, the exam organising committee, is responsible for designing GPAT question papers for the candidates. The questions are sent in by different subject matter experts, and NBEMS selects the questions for the examination. No single person is responsible for setting the question paper.

Q:   Are GPAT question papers helpful for understanding the weightage of topics?
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Yes, by analyzing GPAT previous year question papers one can develop various insights. Some of them are the weightage of topics, frequency of questions and question trends. students can prioritize their study plan and focus on high-scoring areas. It will improve their chances of performing well in the exam.

Q:   How can I get the previous year's question papers of GPAT?
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How to Download GPAT Previous Years' Question Papers: Click on the link for GPAT previous year question paper available on this page. Once you click on the relevant link, you will be directed to a new page. The GPAT Previous Year Question Paper will open in the form of a PDF. Download the GPAT question papers and start practising. By solving previous years' question papers, candidates will be able to know their weaknesses and strengths with regard to the syllabus. It also helps candidates in understanding the marking scheme of each section and questions. 

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