GAT (PGP) 2026: Application (OUT), Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus

GAT Post Graduate Test For Pharmacy 2025 ( GAT (PGP) )

DeskCalelnderRegistration - 28 Nov '25 - 25 Mar '26

Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma
Updated on Feb 6, 2026 16:54 IST

By Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

GITAM University has commenced the GAT PGP registration 2026. The application form for GAT PGP is available online at offiical website. Completed a Bachelor of Pharmacy or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% can apply online. The eligible students must submit the GAT PGP 2026 application form before the last date. The authority will issue the admit card for GITAM Admission Test PGP to the registered students. GAT PGP 2026 exam is scheduled on March 28 and 29, 2026.

Students must check the GAT PGP exam syllabus to plan their preparation strategy. Also, know the exam pattern for GAT PGP to understand the structure of the exam. Check the article for detailed information on GAT PGP 2026 registration, admit card, entrance test and more.

Table of contents
  • About GITAM GAT PGP 2026
  • GAT (PGP) 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • GITAM GAT Pharmacy 2026 Application Form
  • GITAM GAT Pharmacy 2026 Exam Pattern
  • GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Centres
  • GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Admit Card
  • GITAM GAT 2026 Result
  • GITAM Scholarships
  • GAT (PGP) 2026 Contact Information
  • GAT (PGP) FAQs
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About GITAM GAT PGP 2026

GITAM GAT 2026 is a common entrance test conducted for various UG and PG programmes. GITAM Institute of Pharmacy was established in 2006 and is deemed to be a university. There are three campuses located at Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad and Bangalore. The main campus is located in Visakhapatnam.

GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Highlights

Examination name

Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) Aptitude Test

Commonly known as

GITAM GAT PGP 2026 (MPharma)

Conducting Body

Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM)

Level of examination

Postgraduate

Programmes offered

MPharma

Language/ Medium

English

Mode of examination

Computer-based test

Type of questions

Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)

Total number of questions

100

Negative marking

Yes (-1)

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is GITAM GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

Students who want to appear in the exam must note that the GITAM GAT 2026 is a common entrance test, which is categorised into different groups. GAT UGTP is for BPharma and GAT (PGP) is for MPharma programmes. Students must check the eligibility criteria before applying.

Q:   Can I leave GAT (PGP) exam and appear after some time?
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No, students must note that re appearing of GAT (PGP) is not allowed. No candidate will be allowed to go outside the examination hall till the completion of the entire duration of the test. Once a candidate leaves the GAT (PGP) test hall, he/she will not be permitted to re-enter into the exam hall under any circumstances.

GAT (PGP) 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GAT (PGP) 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
28 Nov ' 25 - 25 Mar ' 26

GAT PGP 2026 Registration

ONGOING
28 Mar ' 26 - 29 Mar ' 26

GAT PGP 2026 Result

28 Mar ' 26 - 29 Mar ' 26

GAT (PGP) Exam Date 2026

28 Mar ' 26 - 10 Apr ' 26

Last date for admission

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GITAM GAT Pharmacy 2026 Application Form

DeskCalendarRegistration: 28 Nov ' 25 - 25 Mar ' 26

GAT PGP application form 2026 is available now on the official website. Students could fill out and submit the application form via both modes, online and offline. Students need to complete the registration and then fill out the application form. 

GITAM GAT Pharmacy 2026 Application Process

1: Register for GAT-PGP: 

This is the very first step. Students need to complete this before applying. After registration, students can fill out the GAT PGP application form. 

2: Slot booking for GAT-PGP

Students need to book slots for GAT-PGP. Since the exam is conducted over almost two weeks, one needs to select their preferred date, time, and centre.

3: Download GAT PGP 2026 Admit Card

After slot booking studnets can download the GAT PGP admit card 2026 online. The admit card will comprise the candidates baisc detail, exam date, test centre addres and important instructions.

4: Appear for GAT-PGP 2026

GAT PGP 2026 exam will be conducted on March 28 and 29. The test will be conducted as computer based test. Students have to appear for the test at the assigned test centre.

5: Check GAT-PGP 2026 exam result

GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Application Fee (in INR)

Gender

Application Fee

Male

1000

Female

600

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is application fee of GAT (PGP)?
A: 

Candidates while filling the form must note that the fee varies from two category mainly. 

UG Engineering and PG Management needs to pay INR 1200 while UG and PG Architecture, Law, Pharmacy, Humanities, Science, UG Engineering (Lateral Entry), Paramedical, Physiotherapy, Management, Nursing and PG Engineering are advised to pay INR 600. 

Q:   What details need to be filled while filling the GAT (PGP) application form?
A: 

Applicants who want to appear in the GAT (PGP) exam must need to fill the application form befor the last date. While doing the GAT (PGP) 2026 registration, one must enter the details like personal details, mobile number, email id, documents of educational qualifications, identity proof (Aadhar, PAN Card etc.). 

Q:   What is the age limit of GAT (PGP)?
A: 

Applicants who want to fill the application form of GAT (PGP) must check the eligibility criteria before filling the form. As per the official website, there is no age limit for GAT (PGP) exam. Hence students of any age can fill the form and participate in the admission process. 

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GITAM GAT Pharmacy 2026 Exam Pattern

Students who want to appear in the GAT (PGP) exam must know the exam pattern. According to the GAT PGP pattern, a total of 100 questions are asked in the exam. The nature of questions asked in the exam is MCQ type. By knowing the GAT (PGP) 2026 exam pattern & syllabus in detail, one can give a boost to their preparation.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many questions will be asked in GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

The GAT (PGP) exam carries 100 questions in the entrance exam. It is an online exam and will be conducted annually. Candidates appearing for the exam must note, there will be negative marking in the exam. 

Q:   Will the GAT (PGP) exam be conducted in offline mode?
A: 

No, all the applicants who filled out the application form of GAT (PGP) must note that the exam is being conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Students are advised to check the syllabus and exam pattern details before appearing in the exam. 

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GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Centres

GITAM GAT PGP 2026 will be conducted for admission to postgraduate programs offered at GITAM University. The exam will be conducted at various test cities across India. Students can check the GAT PGP centre list online. While filling the application form, they can choose a test city of their choice. The test venue will be mentioned in the GAT PGP admit card.

List of GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Centres

Ahmedabad

Kochi

Anantapur

Kota

Bellary

Kurnool

Bengaluru (GITAM Campus)

Lucknow

Bengaluru (City)

Mangalore

Berhampur

Mumbai

Bhopal

Mysore

Bhubaneswar

Nagpur

Bilaspur

Nellore

Chennai

New Delhi

Chittoor

Nizamabad

Coimbatore

Ongole

Guntur

Patna

Guwahati

Pune

Hyderabad (GITAM Campus)

Raipur

Hyderabad (Saifabad)

Rajahmundry

Hyderabad (Nagole)

Ranchi

Hubli

Tadepalligudem

Jamshedpur

Tirupathi

Kadapa

Trivendrum

Kakinada

Velivennu

Karimnagar

Vijayawada

Khammam

Visakhapatnam

Kolkata

Warangal

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many exam centres for GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

There are a total of 32 states in which the GAT (PGP) exam will be conducted. The total GAT (PGP) exam centre varies from one state to another. Applicants must make their choice of nearby test city before filling the GAT (PGP) application form 2026.

Q:   How many GAT (PGP) exam centres are in Andhra Pradesh state?
A: 

Though the number of exam centre varies according to the total number of applicants filled the form. There are a total 14 exam centres are in Andhra Pradesh state. One can check the detailed list of exam centre given below. 

AnanthapurBhimavaram
KakinadaKurnool
RajahmundrySrikakulam
VisakhapatnamVizianagaram
GunturKadapa
NelloreOngole
TirupatiVijayawada
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GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Admit Card

The authority will release the GITAM GAT PGP admit card 2026 online. Students can download the admit card after booking the exam slot. Details mentioned on the admit card are the exam date, time, and test centre address. Registered students must carry a printout of the admit card on exam day.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   By what time should I reach to GAT (PGP) exam centre?
A: 

Candidates who filled the GAT (PGP) 2026 application form within time were able to download the admit card and reach the exam centre. As per the authorities, one must reach the exam centre of GAT (PGP) 2026 within a hour before the commencement of the exam. 

 

Q:   How can I download the GAT (PGP) exam admit card?
A: 

The GAT (PGP) admit card is released online on the official website of the conducting body. Download it in PDF format by providing the login details at the admission portal. Once the hall ticket gets displayed on the screen, take its printout and check the particulars mentioned on it, as they must be true and correct. 

Q:   What documents do I need to carry to GAT (PGP) exam hall?
A: 

Students who appear in the GAT (PGP) exam are advised to carry the following documents to the examination hall. Passport / Driving License / EC voter ID card / IT PAN card / School or College photo-bearing ID card / Aadhar Card. In case any student fails to produce the documents, they will not be allowed to appear in the exam.

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GITAM GAT 2026 Result

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The GITAM GAT 2026 Pharmacy result will be announced on March 28 and 29. Candidates can check the GAT (PGP) 2026 result on the official website of GITAM. The university prepares a rank list based on the scores. Candidates who score more marks will be ranked above.

Students can check their rank and scorecard by using their GITAM GAT 2026 Pharmacy admit card number and date of birth. Based on the candidate’s rank, each gets a call letter for counselling. Only those candidates who can download the GAT (PGP) counselling letter using the application number are declared qualified.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will GAT (PGP) result be declared?
A: 

The authorities release the result of GAT (PGP) 2026 in online mode on the official website. Only those candidates who appeared in the exam. Students can check the GAT (PGP) results by entering the login details. 

Q:   What login credentials are required to check the GAT (PGP) result?
A: 

Students who appeared in the GAT (PGP) exam can check their results by entering the login credentials which are registration number, email ID and mobile number. After entering these details students will be able to access the score card of GAT (PGP). 

After checking the results one can predict their chances of getting admission. 

Q:   What will happen if two students obtain same marks in GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

In case two applicants secure the same marks in GAT (PGP) exam in that case there will be tie breaking rule will be applied. The method adopted for resolving ties for GAT (PGP) exam shall be in the order of candidate's scores in

 Mathematics / Biology followed by Physics followed by Chemistry and last the age of the candidate.

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GITAM Scholarships

GITAM University also disburses certain scholarships to meritorious candidates. Based on the performance of the candidate in GITAM GAT PGP 2026 Pharmacy exam and other state or national level entrance exams. Candidates can refer to the table below for their reference:

GITAM GAT 2026 Scholarships

GAT Ranks

Fee Concessions

1 to 10

100%

11 to 100

75%

101 to 500

50%

GAT (PGP) 2026 Contact Information

Visakhapatnam Campus:

Gandhi Nagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam-530045
Andhra Pradesh, India
Phone No: (+91-891) 2790-101, 2790-202

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GAT (PGP) FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions on GAT (PGP) 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there a negative marking in the GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

The GAT (PGP) exam which is conducted to take admission in M.Pharma course must note that the exam will be conducted for a total of 150 minutes. There will be no negative marking in the GAT (PGP) exam. Hence applicants are advised to attempt all the questions which are asked in the exam.  

Q:   What is last date to apply online for GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

GAT (PGP) 2026 registration last date is March 25, 2026. Candidates have to apply online at the official website. Before applying, check the eligibility criteria.

Q:   When will GAT (PGP) exam be conducted?
A: 

GAT (PGP) 2026 exam will be conducted on March 28 and 29. The exam will be conducted as computer based test. The duration of the test is three hours.

Q:   What is the education wise qualification to appear in GAT (PGP) exam?
A: 

To participate in the GAT (PGP) 2026 exam, one must note that the educational wise eligibility criteria varies for both UG and PG courses. To appear in UG course students need to pass 12th standard exam while to participate in PG programmes, one must pass a graduation degree. 

Those who don't abide by the GAT (PGP) 2026 eligibility their candidature will be rejected at any stage of admission process.

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GAT PGP admit card official website is apply.gitam.edu. Students have to complete the GAT PGP slot booking to generate the admit card. The admit card will be available for the registered students only.

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