The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT 2026) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) on behalf of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). GPAT is the gateway for admission to M.Pharm programs offered by top pharmacy colleges and universities across India.

The GPAT score is also used for awarding AICTE-approved scholarships and fellowships to pharmacy graduates. Many reputed institutions like NIPERs, Jamia Hamdard, BITS Pilani, and Manipal University accept GPAT scores for postgraduate admissions.

🧭 GPAT 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for GPAT 2026 involves the following stages:

Online Application Submission & Fee Payment
Admit Card Download
Computer-Based GPAT 2026 Exam
Result Declaration & Scorecard Download
Counselling / Admission by Participating Institutes

🎯 Admission to M.Pharm courses is done based on GPAT scores followed by institute-level counselling.

📘 GPAT 2026 Exam Pattern

The GPAT 2026 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in English. The paper tests the candidates’ knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences at the graduate level.

Particulars	Details (GPAT 2026)
Exam Mode	Online (CBT)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions	125
Total Marks	500
Marks per Question	+4 for each correct answer
Negative Marking	-1 for each wrong answer
Duration	3 Hours
Medium	English

⚠️ Note: There is no sectional timing, and all questions are compulsory.

📚 GPAT 2026 Detailed Syllabus

The GPAT syllabus 2026 is based on topics from B.Pharm curriculum as prescribed by AICTE.

1️⃣ Physical Chemistry

States of Matter
Thermodynamics
Chemical Kinetics
Electrochemistry
Solutions and Colligative Properties
Surface Chemistry
Ionic Equilibria

2️⃣ Physical Pharmacy

Matter and Properties of Matter
Micromeritics and Powder Rheology
Surface and Interfacial Phenomenon
Rheology
Dispersion Systems
Complexation and Protein Binding

3️⃣ Organic Chemistry

Structure and Properties of Organic Compounds
Stereochemistry
Reaction Mechanism
Functional Group Chemistry
Polymers and Green Chemistry

4️⃣ Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Medicinal Chemistry
Drug Design and Development
Biochemistry
Clinical Chemistry and Pathophysiology

5️⃣ Pharmacology

General Pharmacology
Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics
Autonomic Nervous System Drugs
Cardiovascular Drugs
Chemotherapy and Antimicrobials
CNS and Hormonal Drugs
Toxicology and Pharmacovigilance

6️⃣ Pharmacognosy

Natural Products
Phytochemistry
Extraction and Isolation Techniques
Herbal Drug Standardization
Plant Constituents (Alkaloids, Glycosides, Terpenes, Flavonoids)

7️⃣ Pharmaceutics

Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms
Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
Dispensing Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Engineering
Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

8️⃣ Biotechnology & Microbiology

Genetic Engineering
Fermentation Technology
Immunology
Microbial Assay and Sterilization

🏁 Final Selection Process

The GPAT result is released as a scorecard showing raw marks, percentile, and qualifying status.
No group discussion or interview is conducted by NBE.
Candidates must apply separately to institutions that accept GPAT scores.

Category	Qualifying Marks (Expected 2026)
General (UR)	140 – 150
OBC	120 – 130
SC / ST / PwD	100 – 115

Institutes then conduct individual counselling or admission rounds based on merit and availability of seats.

💡 Practical Preparation Tips for GPAT 2026

Know the Exam Pattern: Focus on high-weightage subjects like Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, and Chemistry.
Use Standard Textbooks: Refer to Lachman, K.D. Tripathi, Remington, and Carter’s Organic Chemistry.
Make Short Notes: Summarize formulas, drug classifications, and mechanisms.
Practice PYQs: Analyze previous 5 years’ papers to identify trends.
Attempt Mock Tests: Simulate CBT mode practice for time management.
Revise Regularly: Allocate daily revision slots for better retention.
Focus on Concept Clarity: Avoid rote learning; understand mechanisms and applications.

🔗 Useful Resources for GPAT 2026

🌐 Official Website: https://natboard.edu.in/
🧾 Previous Year Question Papers: https://natboard.edu.in/
📢 GPAT 2026 Notification PDF: Expected in January 2026

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