The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) is conducted for admission to postgraduate pharmacy programmes in participating institutions. This year, the GPAT 2026 exam took place on March 7, 2026, attracting numerous candidates aiming for advanced studies in pharmacy.
Recent Developments
Following the exam, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences is expected to release the provisional answer key for GPAT 2026 soon. This key will allow candidates to verify their answers against the official responses.
Candidates will have a window of 2–3 days to challenge the provisional answer key once it is made available. This process is crucial as it allows for the correction of any discrepancies identified by the candidates.
Future Steps
After the objection review process, the final answer key for GPAT 2026 is likely to be published. The results of the examination are scheduled to be announced by April 7, 2026.
The GPAT 2026 question paper consisted of 125 multiple-choice questions, with each question carrying four marks, totaling 500 marks for the exam. However, candidates should note that there is a negative marking scheme in place, where one mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
To participate in the exam, candidates were required to bring their GPAT 2026 admit card along with valid photo identity proof to the exam centre. The response sheet provided to candidates contained the answers they marked during the examination.
Once the provisional answer key is released, candidates can download it from the official website natboard.edu.in. The objection window is expected to open within 1–2 days after the key’s release, allowing candidates to submit any challenges they may have.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact timing of the answer key release, but the anticipation among candidates continues to grow as they await the opportunity to assess their performance in the GPAT 2026 exam.
