GPAT Exam 2025: Mode, Duration, Sections, Marking Scheme

GPAT Full Form and Overview

GPAT or Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test is an entrance examination conducted online, i.e, a computer-based test. It is conducted for postgraduate or MPharma students across India. The conducting body of the exam is the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences(NBEMS). Nearly 55,000 candidates take the exam every year.

The GPAT scores are accepted by 800 institutes approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE). For 2025, the exam will be conducted in two shifts at the designated test centres. 

GPAT 2025 Latest Updates 

As of July 2025, the GPAT exam was conducted on 25th May 2025, and the final answer key was released by NBEMS at natboard.edu.in. And, on 25th June 2025, the result was released. 

To view the result, the registered candidate should visit the official GPAT website, log in through their application number, password/ date of birth, and enter the security pin.

As it is a national-level exam, the result can be downloaded using the official website.

GPAT Exam Dates 2025 

GPAT Application Process

To apply for the GPAT 2025 exam, follow the step-by-step process, which guides you throughout the application journey:

• Registration: Visit https://natboard.edu.in and fill out the basic details, and upload the required documents, like a passport-sized photo and the candidate's educational certificates.
• Fee Payment: If you fall under the General, OBC, and EWS categories, then the fee will be INR 3,500. If you fall under the SC/ST and PWD categories, then the fee will be INR 2,500
• Payment mode: As it is an online examination, the payment will be made online using credit/ debit cards or any other available online payment methods.
• Confirmation Page: Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
• Admit card: Finally, the candidate can download the admit card on 21 May 2025, and the candidate must bring it to the test centre on the date of the exam.

Application Fee for GPAT

The application fee differs for every category. Here's the present year's application based on categories.

GPAT Eligibility Criteria 

Every candidate has to clear the eligibility criteria to apply for the exam:

Though there is no reservation made by NTA in terms of admissions, however, in case of institutions run by the Central Government/ institutions run/aided/recognised by State Governments, then the following reservation will be applicable:

GPAT Exam Pattern Overview

As of 2025, here's the GPAT exam pattern overview, covering the duration of the exam, subject, syllabus, and marking scheme of the exam.

Section-wise Marks For GPAT 2025

GPAT 2025 Syllabus

The Syllabus for the GPAT 2025 exam is mentioned in the table below:

GPAT Admit Card 2025

The Admit Card is the most important document for the exam day. You need to carry a printed copy to your exam centre to get entry:

How to Download a GPAT Admit Card?

Here's a step-by-step guide to download the GPAT 2025 admit card:

• Visit the official website natboard.edu.in
• Now choose the GPAT exam.
• Click 'Download GPAT 2025 hall ticket.
• The admit card will be downloaded only after you enter the user ID and password.
• Now, you can download the admit card and keep it safe for future use.

Details Mentioned in GPAT Admit Card

Your admit card includes essential personal and exam-related information:

• Candidate’s name
• Roll Number
• Exam date and time
• Reporting time
• Exam instructions
• Candidate’s signature
• Candidate's photograph
• Date of Birth
• Category
• Gate closing time.

GPAT Mock Test

Taking a mock test helps the candidate to easily understand the pattern, syllabus, question types, and duration for the exam. Here are some things the candidate will familiarise themselves with:

• Identify the strengths and weaknesses.
• Improve time management.
• Increases confidence.
• Reduces anxiety.

Taking the mock test will help the candidate to face the exam with a calm mind.

GPAT Counselling

While the GPAT exam is conducted by NBEMS, the counselling process will be handled by the participating colleges and institutions. After the result, the candidates can apply to their preferred institutions. So, the counselling fees will differ based on the institute or university a candidate is applying to. GPAT Counselling is done in 4 stages:

• Document Verification: You have to bring the original documents to the institution for verification. 

• Choosing Preferences: Once verified, you have to select the preference list for your colleges and courses.

• Seat Allotment: The seats will be allotted based on the GPAT score and merit lists. You can check that out on the official website.

• Reporting to College: Once you are allotted the seat, you have to report to your particular college and complete the admission process with the complete fee. 

Documents for GPAT 2025 Counselling

• GPAT 2025 scorecard, 
• 10th & 12th original marksheet, 
• Latest passport size photos,
• Original copy of counselling letter and admit card, 
• Original or provisional copy of the graduation certificate of the candidate.

GPAT Exam 2025 Preparation Strategy

If you're planning to take the GPAT exam in 2025, then here are some tips and strategies to crack the exam.

• Familiarise yourself with the GPAT syllabus: It will give you an idea about the topics that need to be focused on, as well as help you identify your knowledge in the topics.
• Know the exam pattern: It will make you understand the structure of the examination. Remember, +4 mark for every correct answer, and -1 for every wrong answer.
• Try the Mock Test: The Mock test will make you understand where you need to improve yourself, as well as help you to find out your strengths and weaknesses.
• Stay on Time: Now, plan a timetable for your study. Do add adequate breaks and rests for a relaxed mind. 
• Track your performance: To keep yourself updated, make a note regularly to track your performance.
• Sleep Well: Do not compromise on your sleep too much. You need to stay calm and composed during the exam.

Books to Prepare for GPAT 2025

GPAT Result

As of 2025, the GPAT result was published by NBEMS online on 25 June 2025. So, the registered candidates need to visit the official website natboard.edu.in to check the result.

• The result will be in the PDF format.
• The candidates can see their score by checking their application number, roll number, and category in the PDF.
• The candidate's GPAT scorecard is valid for three years.

GPAT Cutoff 

Candidates who appeared in GPAT 2025 can check their cutoff percentile based on category and rank in the table below:

FAQs About GPAT Exam

Q1. Where can I get the GPAT syllabus?
Answer: The GPAT syllabus can be available on the official website. There are five sections in the GPAT exam: Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects, Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects, Pharmacology & Allied Subjects, Pharmacognosy & Allied Subjects, and other subjects.

Q2. Where can I check my result?
Answer: You can visit the official website natboard.edu.in. The result will be in PDF format, you can check it with your application and roll number, along with the score.

Q3. What is the application fee for GPAT 2025?
Answer: The application fee for General/OBC/EWS is INR 3,500, and for SC/ST/PwD, it is INR 2500. 

Sourced from natboard.edu.in on 25/07/2025.

Note: The information is subject to change over time. Check the official website.