GPAT 2027 Exam Date: Full Schedule from Registration to Counselling
The GPAT 2027 exam date is expected in February 2027, and NTA will confirm the full schedule with the official notification in November 2026. This page covers every important GPAT 2027 date — from registration to final counselling — updated as NTA announces each milestone. Bookmark this page so you never miss a GPAT 2027 deadline.
What is GPAT 2027?
GPAT stands for Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test. NTA (National Testing Agency) conducts it every year for admission to M.Pharm courses across India.
More than 50,000 pharmacy graduates appear for GPAT each year. The exam is conducted in online (CBT) mode and tests candidates on pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, and related subjects.
- Full form: Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test
- Conducting body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Level: National
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 3 hours
- Total questions: 125 MCQs
- Total marks: 500
- Purpose: Admission to M.Pharm programs + AICTE stipend eligibility
GPAT score is accepted by more than 800 AICTE-approved pharmacy institutions. A good GPAT score also makes you eligible for an AICTE-funded stipend during your M.Pharm programme. This makes it one of the most important pharmacy entrance exams in India.
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GPAT 2027 Important Dates: Complete Schedule at a Glance
The table below gives you the complete GPAT 2027 exam date schedule in one place. Dates are updated as NTA announces each milestone on the official GPAT portal. Provisional dates are based on GPAT 2025 and 2026 timelines.
NTA has not yet released the official GPAT 2027 notification. All dates marked "Expected" are based on the GPAT 2026 and 2025 schedules and may change once the official notification is out.| Event | GPAT 2027 Date |
|---|---|
| GPAT 2027 Official Notification | November 2026 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Registration Start Date | November 2026 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Registration Last Date | December 2026 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Application Fee Payment Last Date | December 2026 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Application Correction Window | December 2026 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Exam City Intimation Slip | January 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Admit Card Release Date | January 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Exam Date | February 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Provisional Answer Key Release | February 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Answer Key Challenge Window | February 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Final Answer Key | March 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Result Declaration | March 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Scorecard Download | March 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Counselling Start Date | April 2027 (Expected) |
| GPAT 2027 Seat Allotment | May 2027 (Expected) |
Source: NTA GPAT Official Website
Image Source: NTA GPAT Official Website
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GPAT 2027 Registration Dates: When and How to Apply
The GPAT 2027 registration is expected to start in November 2026. NTA will announce the exact opening date on the official GPAT portal. You must complete your application within the registration window — there is no provision to apply after the last date.
Here is what you need to complete during GPAT 2027 registration:
- Step 1: Create a new account on the NTA GPAT portal with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Step 2: Fill in your personal details, academic qualifications, and course preferences
- Step 3: Upload a scanned photograph and signature in the required format
- Step 4: Choose your preferred exam city (up to 3 choices)
- Step 5: Pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking
The GPAT 2027 application fee is expected to be around Rs. 1,100 for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 600 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Fee is non-refundable once paid.
Do not wait for the registration last date. Server loads increase near the deadline and technical issues can cause problems. Apply within the first week of registration opening.NTA also gives a correction window of 2-3 days after registration closes. You can use this to fix mistakes in your form — such as photo, signature, or exam city. Check the GPAT 2027 application form page for correction window dates.
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GPAT 2027 Admit Card Date: Download Before Exam
NTA will release the GPAT 2027 admit card around 10–15 days before the exam. Based on previous years, the GPAT 2027 admit card is expected in January 2027. You can download it from the official GPAT portal using your application number and date of birth.
Your GPAT 2027 admit card will carry these details:
- Candidate name and photograph
- Application number and roll number
- Exam centre name and address
- Exam date and reporting time
- Important exam day instructions
You must carry a printed copy of the GPAT admit card to the exam hall. Without it, you will not be allowed to enter the exam centre. Also carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, or voter ID) alongside the admit card.
Always check your name, photograph, and exam centre details on the admit card as soon as you download it. If there are any errors, contact NTA immediately through the official helpdesk.NTA also releases an exam city intimation slip a few days before the admit card. This slip tells you which city your exam centre is in. Check the GPAT 2027 admit card page for the exact release date and download steps.
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GPAT 2027 Exam Date: What to Expect on Exam Day
The GPAT 2027 exam date is expected in February 2027. NTA conducts the exam in a single shift in online (CBT) mode. The exam is 3 hours long and covers the entire B.Pharm curriculum.
GPAT 2027 Exam Day Timetable
| Activity | Time (Expected) |
|---|---|
| Entry at exam centre allowed from | 7:30 AM |
| Last entry at exam centre | 8:30 AM |
| Exam starts | 9:00 AM |
| Exam ends | 12:00 PM |
You must carry a valid government ID along with your GPAT 2027 admit card. No electronic devices, books, or written notes are allowed inside the exam hall. Rough work can be done on the screen-based scratchpad provided.
The GPAT 2027 paper will have 125 MCQ questions worth 500 marks. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for every wrong answer. You get 4 marks for every correct answer. Check the detailed GPAT 2027 exam pattern for a full breakdown of the marking scheme.
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GPAT 2027 Answer Key Date
NTA usually releases the GPAT 2027 provisional answer key within 2–3 days after the exam. Based on the GPAT 2026 schedule, the answer key for GPAT 2027 is expected in February 2027.
Here is how the answer key process works after the GPAT 2027 exam date:
- NTA releases the provisional answer key on the GPAT portal
- Candidates can raise objections against any answer within 2–3 days
- Each objection costs Rs. 200 per question
- If your challenge is accepted, NTA refunds the fee
- NTA reviews all objections and releases the final answer key
- The GPAT 2027 result is calculated using the final answer key only
You can raise objections directly on the official GPAT portal during the challenge window. Check the GPAT 2027 answer key page for the exact release and challenge dates.
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GPAT 2027 Result Date: When Will Scores Be Out?
The GPAT 2027 result is expected in March 2027. NTA will declare the result on the official GPAT portal. You can check your result using your application number and date of birth.
Your GPAT 2027 scorecard will include:
- Total marks obtained out of 500
- Percentile score
- Category rank and overall rank
- Qualifying status (Qualified or Not Qualified)
- AICTE stipend eligibility status
The GPAT 2027 qualifying cutoff is set at the 50th percentile for General/OBC/EWS and the 40th percentile for SC/ST/PwD candidates. You must score at or above the cutoff to be eligible for M.Pharm admissions and the AICTE stipend.
Download your GPAT 2027 scorecard once the result is declared. Colleges will ask for it during admissions, so keep a digital and printed copy.
Image Source: NTA GPAT Official Website
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GPAT 2027 Counselling Date: M.Pharm Admissions
The GPAT 2027 counselling process is expected to start in April 2027. Unlike centralized exams like JEE or NEET, GPAT does not have a single national counselling. Colleges and universities use GPAT scores to conduct their own admissions.
Here is how GPAT 2027 counselling typically works:
- NTA releases GPAT 2027 scores to all AICTE-approved pharmacy institutions
- Each college releases its own merit list based on GPAT scores
- Some states conduct centralized state-level M.Pharm counselling
- You must apply separately to colleges using your GPAT 2027 scorecard
- Seat allotment rounds continue till all seats are filled
States like Maharashtra (DMER/CET Cell), Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka conduct centralized M.Pharm counselling. Check your respective state pharmacy council website for counselling dates. Visit the GPAT 2027 counselling page for state-wise admission dates and documents required.
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GPAT 2027 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
You should know the GPAT 2027 exam pattern before you start preparation. The paper is fully objective (MCQ) type — there are no subjective or descriptive questions.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total questions | 125 MCQs |
| Total marks | 500 |
| Marks per correct answer | +4 marks |
| Marks per wrong answer | -1 mark |
| Unattempted questions | 0 marks |
| Language | English only |
| Number of sections | Single paper (no separate sections) |
| Type of questions | Single correct answer MCQs |
All 125 questions come from the pharmacy syllabus. There are no separate sections — all subjects are tested in a single paper. You can attempt questions in any order you prefer during the 3-hour window.
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GPAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
You must meet the GPAT 2027 eligibility criteria before you apply. NTA will cancel your candidature if you are found ineligible at any stage.
- Educational qualification: B.Pharm degree (4-year programme) from an AICTE/PCI-approved institution
- Minimum marks: No minimum percentage needed to appear for GPAT; individual colleges set their own bar
- Final year students: Students in the final year of B.Pharm can apply provisionally
- Age limit: No age limit for GPAT 2027
- Nationality: Indian nationals only
- Number of attempts: No limit on the number of attempts
If you are in the final year of B.Pharm, you can appear for GPAT 2027. But you must complete your degree and submit the passing certificate before taking admission to an M.Pharm programme. Check the full GPAT 2027 eligibility criteria to confirm your status before applying.
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GPAT 2027 Syllabus: Key Subjects to Cover
The GPAT 2027 syllabus covers the entire B.Pharm curriculum. NTA tests candidates on 25 major subjects from four years of pharmacy education.
The main subject areas in GPAT 2027 are:
- Pharmaceutics: Physical Pharmaceutics, Biopharmaceutics, Drug Delivery Systems, Industrial Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Inorganic Pharmaceuticals
- Pharmacology: General Pharmacology, Pharmacology of drugs affecting various organ systems, Clinical Pharmacokinetics
- Pharmacognosy: Natural products, Phytochemistry, Herbal drug technology, Plant tissue culture
- Biochemistry: Metabolic pathways, Enzyme kinetics, Clinical biochemistry, Molecular biology
- Microbiology: Microbial classification, Sterility testing, Fermentation technology, Immunology
- Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy: Hospital pharmacy practice, Drug information services, Pharmacovigilance
Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacology together cover around 40–50% of the GPAT paper. You should give extra time to these subjects. Check the detailed GPAT 2027 syllabus with topic-wise weightage for all 25 subjects.
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GPAT Previous Year Exam Dates: Year-wise Comparison
Looking at GPAT previous year exam dates helps you plan for 2027. NTA has followed a fairly stable schedule over the last several years, with the exam consistently held in February.
GPAT Exam Date Comparison: 2025 to 2027
| Event | GPAT 2025 | GPAT 2026 | GPAT 2027 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | October 2024 | November 2025 | November 2026 |
| Registration Start | October 2024 | November 2025 | November 2026 |
| Registration End | November 2024 | December 2025 | December 2026 |
| Admit Card | January 2025 | January 2026 | January 2027 |
| Exam Date | February 2025 | February 2026 | February 2027 |
| Answer Key | February 2025 | February 2026 | February 2027 |
| Result | March 2025 | March 2026 | March 2027 |
| Counselling Start | April 2025 | April 2026 | April 2027 |
For the last 3 years, NTA has held the GPAT exam in February with registration opening in October or November. This trend is a strong indicator for GPAT 2027 planning.
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GPAT 2027 Cutoff: What Score Do You Need?
The GPAT 2027 cutoff will be released with the result in March 2027. The qualifying cutoff is set at the 50th percentile for General category candidates. But admission cutoffs at top colleges are much higher.
GPAT 2027 Category-wise Qualifying Cutoff
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Approximate Score (out of 500) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | 50th percentile | Around 100–130 marks |
| SC / ST / PwD | 40th percentile | Around 70–90 marks |
For admission to premium colleges and NIPER (National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research), aim for a score of 200 or more out of 500. NIPER institutes typically take candidates with scores above 250. Check the detailed GPAT 2027 cutoff for top colleges once the result is out.
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GPAT 2027 Preparation: Plan Around the Exam Dates
With the GPAT 2027 exam date expected in February 2027, you have around 3–4 months from now to prepare. Here is a month-by-month plan built around the official timeline:
GPAT 2027 Month-by-Month Preparation Plan
- November 2026 (Registration month): Complete registration, collect study material, start Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology foundations
- December 2026: Cover Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacognosy; solve previous year papers for these subjects
- January 2027: Complete Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Hospital Pharmacy; download your admit card; begin full syllabus revision
- First half of February 2027: Take one full-length mock test daily; analyse weak areas and revise only
- Exam week: Light revision only; rest well; check exam centre location one day in advance
You should practice at least 10–15 full-length GPAT mock tests before the exam. Speed and accuracy both matter — 125 questions must be solved in 3 hours, which gives you around 1.4 minutes per question. Try the free GPAT 2027 mock tests on Collegedunia to track your progress.
With just around 3 months left for the GPAT 2027 exam, start your preparation now. Don’t wait for the official exam date announcement to begin studying.Related Links:
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How to Stay Updated on GPAT 2027 Exam Dates
NTA may shift the GPAT 2027 exam date or any other milestone due to administrative or policy reasons. Here is how to make sure you never miss an update:
- Official GPAT portal: Bookmark gpat.nta.ac.in and check it every 2–3 days during the registration and exam period
- NTA official website: nta.ac.in for general announcements and press releases
- This page: Updated immediately after NTA releases any official GPAT 2027 notification
- Registered email and SMS: NTA sends exam alerts to your registered mobile number and email ID
- NTA social media: Follow NTA’s official handles on X (Twitter) for instant updates
Image Source: NTA GPAT Official Website
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FAQs on GPAT 2027 Exam Dates
What is the GPAT 2027 exam date?
The official GPAT 2027 exam date has not been announced yet. Based on previous years, it is expected in February 2027. NTA will confirm the exact date with the official notification in November 2026. Bookmark this page for the latest update on the GPAT 2027 exam date.
When will GPAT 2027 registration start?
GPAT 2027 registration is expected to start in November 2026. NTA will announce the exact date on the official GPAT portal. Apply as soon as registration opens to avoid last-minute issues. Check the GPAT 2027 application form page for the latest update.
When will the GPAT 2027 admit card be released?
The GPAT 2027 admit card is expected in January 2027, around 10–15 days before the exam. You can download it from the official GPAT portal using your application number and date of birth. Visit the GPAT 2027 admit card page for the exact release date.
When will GPAT 2027 result be declared?
The GPAT 2027 result is expected in March 2027, usually 3–4 weeks after the exam. NTA will publish it on the official GPAT portal. Check the GPAT 2027 result page for the announcement date.
What is the GPAT 2027 registration last date?
The GPAT 2027 registration last date is expected in December 2026. The exact date will be confirmed with the official notification. Do not wait for the last date — apply early to avoid technical issues. See the GPAT 2027 application form page for the deadline.
When does GPAT 2027 counselling start?
GPAT 2027 counselling is expected to start from April 2027. GPAT does not have a single national counselling — each college and state conducts its own admissions. Check the GPAT 2027 counselling page for state-wise dates and documents.
Is there a correction window in GPAT 2027?
Yes. NTA provides a correction window of 2–3 days after registration closes. You can edit details like photograph, signature, and exam city during this period. The GPAT 2027 correction window is expected in December 2026. Visit the GPAT 2027 application form page for the exact dates.
How many times is GPAT conducted in a year?
GPAT is conducted once a year. NTA holds the exam in a single session, usually in February. There is no second attempt or supplementary session in the same year. If you miss GPAT 2027, you must wait for GPAT 2028.
Can final year B.Pharm students apply for GPAT 2027?
Yes. Final year B.Pharm students can apply for GPAT 2027 on a provisional basis. But you must complete your degree and submit the passing certificate before taking admission to any M.Pharm programme. Check the full GPAT 2027 eligibility criteria before applying.
When is the GPAT 2027 answer key released?
NTA typically releases the GPAT 2027 provisional answer key within 2–3 days after the exam, expected in February 2027. Candidates can raise objections online during the challenge window. The final answer key is released before the result. Visit the GPAT 2027 answer key page for the exact dates.
Where can I check GPAT 2027 official notifications?
You can check all official GPAT 2027 notifications on gpat.nta.ac.in. Also bookmark the GPAT 2027 news page on Collegedunia — it is updated as soon as NTA releases any official announcement.
Disclaimer: GPAT 2027 exam dates mentioned on this page are based on previous year schedules and are subject to change. Always refer to the official NTA GPAT website at gpat.nta.ac.in for confirmed and updated dates.
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