GPAT 2026 exams to be conducted soon; private pharmacy colleges in Phagwara accept scores

The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2026 exams are slated for an upcoming conduct, with the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) overseeing the examination process. The results for GPAT 2026 are scheduled to be declared on June 25, 2026.

This examination serves as a gateway for admission to M.Pharmacy courses, with approximately 24,000 M.Pharm admission seats available across over 841 participating pharmacy colleges and universities nationwide. All institutions approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) accept GPAT scores.

GPAT Acceptance and Participating Institutions

The GPAT score is accepted by more than 4,436 institutes for M.Pharmacy admissions. Among the top pharmacy colleges in India that accept GPAT scores are NIPER Hyderabad, Panjab University, Central University of Punjab, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow, and Central University of Rajasthan. There are about 14 top pharmacy colleges in India that accept GPAT scores, with 7 being government colleges and the remainder being private institutions.

In Phagwara, the Universal Institute/College of Pharmacy, affiliated with I.K.G. Punjab Technical University and recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), also accepts GPAT scores for its AICTE-approved courses. Over 700 institutes are participating in GPAT 2026, all of which are approved by AICTE.

Pharmacy Education in Punjab

Punjab hosts 70 colleges offering Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) courses, with fees ranging from ₹240,000 to ₹1,136,000. These colleges accept various entrance exams, including the CBSE 12th Board Exam, CUCET Exam, and GATE. The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali, is recognized as the top B.Pharm college in Punjab by NIRF.

Amritsar Group of Colleges provides D.Pharm (2 years), B.Pharm (4 years), and M.Pharm with specializations. Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi, has maintained its position as the No. 1 pharmacy college in India for three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2026) based on what NIRF rankings. NIPER Mohali and NIPER Hyderabad are also ranked among the top 10 pharmacy colleges in India by NIRF 2026. Admission to NIPERs is conducted through the NIPER JEE national exam.

Admission Process and Next Steps for Candidates

Prospective students must meet the eligibility criteria of each institute to be considered for admission. Following the declaration of GPAT 2026 results on June 25, 2026, candidates can apply to their chosen colleges based on their ranks and scores. Then, students will need to participate in the counselling process. It is advisable for students to individually check the websites of the GPAT 2026 participating institutes, as admission requirements may vary.

Further reading

• GPAT 2026: Apply for M.Pharmacy in Phagwara; results June 25
• GPAT 2026 results on June 25, private colleges in Phagwara accept scores
• M.Pharm 2026: Apply with B.Pharm scores, GPAT, or CUET PG for Delhi NCR admissions
• Apply to Bhubaneswar MBA 2026; fees ₹1-28 lakh. CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/OJEE accepted
• Manipal Entrance Test application form: eligibility, dates and how to apply
• Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test: complete exam guide

Written by Nishit Kumar

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