GPAT 2026 for M.Pharm admissions: exams soon, results on June 25

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is set to conduct the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2026 exams soon. This national-level examination is a prerequisite for admission to Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) courses across India, including institutions in Punjab and Phagwara.

The GPAT 2026 results are scheduled to be declared on June 25, 2026. Since 2018, NBEMS has been in charge of conducting the GPAT exam, which acts as a gateway for over 4,436 institutes to select suitable pharmacy graduates for M.Pharm admissions.

GPAT Acceptance and Seat Availability

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.Pharm admissions. Nationally, approximately 39,890 seats are offered for postgraduate pharmacy programs through GPAT, with over 780 AICTE-approved colleges participating in the admission process.

In Punjab, there are 70 colleges offering B.Pharm courses, and 26 pharmacy colleges specifically accept GPAT scores for M.Pharm admissions. The total number of pharmacy colleges participating in GPAT across various states is 782, as detailed below:

Admission Criteria and Fees at University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Admission to all M.Pharm courses at the University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is based on a combined merit score. This score is calculated with a 30% weightage given to aggregate marks obtained in the four-year B.Pharm course and a 70% weightage to the GPAT score. Non-GPAT candidates will only be considered if seats remain vacant after all GPAT-qualified candidates have been admitted.

The admission portal for M.Pharm courses at the University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is expected to open tentatively in the first week of June each year. Eligibility for M.Pharm at this institution requires 55% marks in B.Pharm from PCI/AICTE approved institutions or universities, along with a valid GPAT score. The GPAT cutoff for M.Pharm typically ranges from 75–90 percentile. The fee structure for M.Pharm courses for the 2025-2026 academic year at the University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is as follows:

For Ph.D. in Pharmacy (Self-Finance) at the University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the fees for the 2026-2027 academic year are Rs 1.5 lakhs plus Rs. 1 lakh contingency, totaling Rs. 2.50 lakhs per annum.

Top Colleges and Expected Cutoffs

Several prominent institutions across India accept GPAT scores for M.Pharm admissions. If you look at collegedekho.com, top pharmacy colleges accepting GPAT include NIPER Hyderabad, Panjab University, Central University of Punjab, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow, and Central University of Rajasthan. Admission to NIPERs, however, is through the NIPER JEE national exam.

The expected GPAT 2026 cutoffs for some top government colleges are:

The value of pharmacy education has increased due to global health challenges and the growing healthcare sector. India is a significant global hub for generic medicines, and Punjab hosts several pharmaceutical industries, providing opportunities for pharmacy graduates.

Further reading

• GPAT 2027 exam pattern, syllabus, and weightage announced by NBEMS
• GPAT: Apply for private Bahadurgarh pharmacy college admission by Oct 1, 2026
• 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
• MET application form: eligibility, dates and how to apply
• GPAT: complete exam guide

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