The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially released the GPAT 2026 Result on its official website. The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2026 was conducted on 7 March 2026 in computer-based mode across India.
Candidates who appeared for this national-level pharmacy entrance exam can now check their result, qualifying status, and merit rank online. The GPAT score is crucial for admission into M.Pharm, PhD programs, and scholarship opportunities, making it an important update for pharmacy aspirants.
GPAT Result 2026 : Overview
- Exam Name: Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2026
- Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS)
- Exam Date: 07 March 2026
- Result Status: Released
- Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Official Website: https://natboard.edu.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GPAT 2026 Exam Date | 07 March 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 13 March 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 07 April 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Release | On/after 15 April 2026 |
| Scorecard Download Start | On/after 15 April 2026 |
| Scorecard Availability | 6 Months |
GPAT 2026 Qualifying Criteria
To be declared qualified in GPAT 2026, candidates must meet both conditions:
Minimum Qualifying Percentile
| Category | Qualifying Percentile |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th Percentile |
| OBC / SC / ST | 45th Percentile |
| PwBD | 45th Percentile |
Additional Condition
- Candidates must fall within the top 10% of total candidates (approx. 5362 candidates out of 53,617 appeared).
GPAT 2026 Cut Off (Official)
| Category | Cut-off Percentile | Cut-off Score | Cut-off Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 96.2586493 | 213 | 2059 |
| General PwBD | 48.9825988 | 104 | 27489 |
| EWS | 90.8238059 | 180 | 4979 |
| EWS PwBD | 50.0270437 | 105 | 26913 |
| OBC-NCL | 90.0870992 | 177 | 5431 |
| OBC PwBD | 45.7149785 | 100 | 29552 |
| SC | 76.4664192 | 142 | 12820 |
| SC PwBD | 46.5766455 | 101 | 28712 |
| ST | 59.1939124 | 116 | 22213 |
| ST PwBD | 57.3847847 | 114 | 23181 |
➡️ The cutoff is released category-wise based on merit, difficulty level, and number of candidates.
Total Qualified Candidates
| Category | Qualified Candidates |
|---|---|
| General (Including EWS) | 1739 |
| OBC-NCL | 2308 |
| SC | 900 |
| ST | 415 |
| PwBD | 123 |
| Total | 5362 |
GPAT 2026 Result Details
- The result includes:
- Candidate’s score
- Percentile
- All India Rank
- Qualifying status
- Rank is determined based on overall merit among all candidates.
- Tie-breaking criteria are applied as per official guidelines.
GPAT 2026 Answer Key Update
- Final answer key will be available from 15 April 2026.
- 7 questions were found incorrect:
- Full marks awarded to all candidates.
- 4 questions had revised answers:
- Marks awarded only to correct responses.
How to Check GPAT 2026 Result
Follow these steps to download your result:
- Visit the official website: https://natboard.edu.in
- Click on “GPAT 2026 Result” link
- Login using your credentials
- View your result and download it
- Save a copy for future reference
GPAT 2026 Scorecard
- Available from: 15 April 2026
- Download window: 6 months only
- Includes:
- Score
- Percentile
- Rank
- Category-wise cutoff
Important: NBEMS will not send scorecards via post or email.
Validity of GPAT 2026 Score
- The GPAT 2026 score is valid for 3 years.
- Can be used for:
- M.Pharm admission
- PhD programs
- Scholarship eligibility
Selection & Admission Process
- GPAT qualification does not guarantee admission.
- Admission is based on:
- Institute-specific counseling
- Document verification
- NBEMS does not conduct counseling.
- Counseling is managed by:
- Institutes
- Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| View GPAT 2026 Result PDF | Click Here |
| Result of GPAT 2026 Declared Notice | Click Here |
| Download Scorecard | Available from 15 April 2026 |
| Official Website | natboard.edu.in |
| JOIN WhatsApp For Updates | JOIN |
FAQs – GPAT 2026 Result
Q1. When was GPAT 2026 result declared?
The GPAT 2026 result was declared on 07 April 2026.
Q2. What is the qualifying percentile for GPAT 2026?
General category requires 50th percentile, while OBC/SC/ST require 45th percentile.
Q3. How long is GPAT 2026 score valid?
The score is valid for 3 years.
Q4. When will the GPAT 2026 scorecard be available?
Scorecards will be available from 15 April 2026.
Q5. Does GPAT guarantee admission?
No, admission depends on institute-level counseling and eligibility verification.
The release of GPAT 2026 results marks a crucial step for pharmacy aspirants aiming for higher studies and scholarships. Candidates are advised to download their scorecards on time and prepare for the upcoming admission process.
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