GPAT 2026: Apply for M.Pharmacy in Phagwara; results June 25

Private pharmacy colleges in Phagwara, Punjab, are preparing to accept Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) scores for admission to their M.Pharmacy courses. The GPAT 2026 examinations are scheduled to be conducted soon, with the results expected to be declared on June 25, 2026, based on what the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBMES), which has conducted the exam since 2018.

This development is significant for aspiring pharmacy graduates, as GPAT scores serve as a gateway for admission to M.Pharmacy programs in over 4,436 institutions across India. Approximately 24,000 M.Pharm admission seats are available through GPAT, with over 841 pharmacy colleges and universities participating nationwide.

Admission Process and Eligibility for M.Pharmacy

All institutions in India approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) accept GPAT scores for M.Pharmacy admissions. The GPAT cutoff for M.Pharm typically falls within the 75–90 percentile range. Students seeking admission must meet the specific eligibility criteria of each institute and subsequently apply to their chosen colleges based on their GPAT ranks and scores.

Following application, students are required to participate in the counselling process. It is advised that candidates check the websites of the GPAT 2026 participating institutes individually for detailed admission requirements and procedures. The importance of pharmacy has grown due to global health challenges, vaccine research, drug safety, and patient counseling, with India serving as a global hub for generic medicines.

Participating Colleges in Phagwara and Punjab

Among the institutions accepting GPAT scores in the region is Universal Institute/College of Pharmacy in Phagwara. This institution is affiliated with I.K.G. Punjab Technical University and recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), with its courses approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Across Punjab, there are 70 colleges offering B.Pharm programs, with fees ranging from ₹240,000 to ₹1,136,000. Several other institutions in Punjab also offer pharmacy programs. Amritsar Group of Colleges, established in 2020, offers PCI-approved D.Pharm (2 years), B.Pharm (4 years), and M.Pharm programs, holding NAAC ‘A’ Grade & UGC Autonomous Status. Its annual B.Pharm fee is ₹240,000. Chitkara University, Chandigarh, established in 2002, has B.Pharm fees ranging from ₹800,000 – ₹944,000. Chandigarh University, established in 2012, has B.Pharm fees ranging from ₹678,900 – ₹1,136,000. Chandigarh Group of Colleges – Landran (CGC Landran), Mohali, established in 2001, has B.Pharm fees ranging from ₹490,000 – ₹1,000,000.

National Context and Top Institutions

Nationally, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, has been ranked as the No. 1 pharmacy college in India by NIRF 2026, maintaining this position for three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2026). 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, and PhD students at NIPERs receive a ₹31,000/month fellowship under the PMRF scheme.

The following table lists the top 10 pharmacy colleges in India as per NIRF 2026:

Several government and private institutions across India accept GPAT scores. For instance, Panjab University‘s admission tuition fee is INR 64,430, while Central University of Punjab‘s is INR 20,000. Among private institutions, Nirma University’s tuition fee is INR 8.80 lakh, and MIT-WPU’s is INR 5.10 lakh. These institutions also report varying average placement packages, with NIPER Hyderabad having an average placement package of INR 8.85 LPA and Panjab University at INR 4.50 LPA.

Further reading

• GPAT 2026 results on June 25, private colleges in Phagwara accept scores
• GPAT 2026 scores accepted for M.Pharm admissions in India, results on June 25
• 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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