GAHET 2027 registration begins: apply by October 16

The GAHET Committee has opened registration for the Global Allied Healthcare Entrance Test (GAHET) 2027, with the application window closing on October 16, 2026. Aspiring candidates for Diploma, Undergraduate (UG), and Postgraduate (PG) paramedical programmes nationwide can apply online at gahet.org.

GAHET aims to standardise the screening process for paramedical admissions across India, offering a single test for entry into various allied healthcare courses. The online computer-based examination is scheduled for October 17, 2026, with results expected to be released on October 19, 2026.

GAHET 2027 Application and Key Dates

The application portal for GAHET 2027 became live on September 1, 2026. Candidates are required to complete their registration and submit the application form by October 16, 2026. The examination will be conducted on October 17, 2026, followed by the declaration of results on October 19, 2026.

The application fee for GAHET 2027 is Rs 2,000 for all candidates. This fee must be paid through online modes only, including debit card, credit card, net banking, and UPI. The GAHET Committee has stated that the application fee is non-refundable once the submission process is complete. Applicants must upload a scanned photograph, signature, and other supporting documents as part of the registration. It is advised that candidates download the confirmation page after submitting the form for their records.

Eligibility Criteria and Exam Structure

GAHET 2027 provides admission pathways to Diploma, UG, and PG paramedical programmes. The eligibility criteria vary based on the programme level. For Diploma Courses, candidates must have passed Class 10 or Class 12 with at least 50 percent marks. Undergraduate Courses require a Class 12 qualification with Physics, Chemistry, English, and either Biology (Botany, Zoology) or Mathematics, securing a minimum of 50 percent marks. For Postgraduate Courses, a relevant undergraduate degree with at least 50 percent marks is the minimum qualification.

The GAHET 2027 test is a 60-minute computer-based paper consisting of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for a total of 100 marks. The marking scheme awards +1 mark for each correct answer, with no negative marking for incorrect responses. The medium of the examination is English, and the subjects covered include Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. Candidates should monitor gahet.org for updates regarding the release of the GAHET 2027 admit card.

Participating Institutions and National Context

GAHET is positioned as India’s first national-level entrance test for allied healthcare, aiming to speed up admissions across various institutions. Several colleges have listed GAHET 2027 for admissions, including Anjali Memorial College Of Education and Training, Nilufar Rumana D.Ed. College, Buddha Institute of Technology, Gaya, and Anindita College for Teacher Education.

This initiative by the GAHET Committee seeks to provide a uniform screening mechanism, allowing students to access Diploma, UG, and PG seats through a single examination. In a broader context of national entrance examinations, AICLET 2027 registrations are also open from September 1, 2026, with a last date to register on October 31, 2026. Also, GATE applications close on October 5, 2026, for exams tentatively scheduled from January 22, 2027, while AILET 2027 application start date is November 10, 2026. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University Uttar Pradesh (ABVMUUP) also conducts a Common Allied Healthcare Entrance Test (CAHET) for admissions to Allied and Healthcare Courses within its purview.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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