The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has officially started the GPAT 2026 Registration process. As per the announced schedule, the online application window opened on December 23, 2025, for candidates seeking admission to pharmacy postgraduate programmes across India. Eligible candidates must complete the registration process within the prescribed timeline to appear for the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test. The last date to submit the application form is January 12, 2026, as confirmed by the examination authority.
GPAT 2026 Exam Schedule and Conducting Authority Details
The GPAT examination is conducted annually for admission to Master of Pharmacy courses offered by approved institutions. For the upcoming cycle, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences will manage the complete examination process, including registration, exam conduct, and result declaration. As per the official schedule, the GPAT 2026 examination will be conducted on March 7, 2026, in computer-based mode. The detailed information brochure outlining the exam pattern, marking scheme, eligibility criteria, and key instructions will be released separately by the authority.
GPAT 2026 Application Process Overview
Candidates are required to complete the application process in online mode only. Before proceeding with registration, applicants are advised to review the eligibility criteria carefully to avoid rejection at later stages of the admission process. The application process includes account creation, form filling, document uploading, and fee payment. Once registration is completed successfully, candidates will receive login credentials on their registered contact details for future access.
Steps to Fill GPAT 2026 Application Form
Candidates should follow the official sequence to complete the application form accurately.
- Access the official examination portal
- Select the GPAT 2026 registration option
- Complete new user registration with personal details
- Verify details using the generated login credentials
- Upload required documents in the prescribed format
- Pay the application fee and submit the form
After submission, candidates should download and retain a copy of the confirmation page for reference.
GPAT 2026 Application Fee Structure
Understanding the application fee is important before completing the registration process. Based on previous examination cycles, the expected fee structure is outlined below.
The exact fee details will be confirmed in the official information bulletin.
