GPAT 2026 Exam To Be Held Today; Paper Analysis Soon

GPAT 2026 examination is being conducted today, 7 March 2026, by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). The entrance test is held in computer-based mode from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM at designated exam centres across the country.

Candidates who successfully registered for the examination are required to appear for the test online. The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) is conducted for admission to postgraduate pharmacy programmes in participating institutions.

GPAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

The GPAT 2026 question paper consists of 125 multiple-choice questions, each carrying four marks. The total marks for the examination are 500.

Candidates should note that one mark is deducted for every incorrect answer under the negative marking scheme. The subject-wise distribution of questions and marks is provided below.

The examination syllabus broadly covers subjects studied in the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) curriculum.

GPAT 2026 Question Paper Analysis

The GPAT 2026 question paper is displayed on computer screens at the exam centres, and candidates must select their answers online during the test.

Once the examination concludes, a detailed question paper analysis will be available. The analysis will highlight the overall difficulty level, important topics, and section-wise weightage of the paper. This information will help candidates understand the expected trends in the examination.

GPAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

Candidates appearing for the GPAT 2026 examination must strictly follow the official exam day instructions. The following documents are required at the examination centre:

• GPAT 2026 admit card
• Valid photo identity proof
• PwD certificate, if applicable for candidates claiming a scribe

Items Not Allowed at GPAT Exam Centre

NBEMS has issued strict guidelines regarding items that are not permitted inside the exam hall. Candidates should avoid carrying the following items to the exam centre:

• Stationery items
• Mobile phones or any electronic devices
• Jewellery or ornaments
• Wallets, goggles, handbags, belts, caps
• Any food items or beverages
• Any material that could be used for unfair means

Candidates found carrying prohibited items may face strict disciplinary action, including disqualification from the examination. The GPAT exam analysis and expected cutoff scores are expected to be released after the completion of the examination.