The GPAT 2026 exam was conducted on March 7, 2026, and the provisional answer key is anticipated shortly. Candidates will have a limited time to challenge it.
The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) is conducted for admission to postgraduate pharmacy programmes in participating institutions. This year, the GPAT 2026 exam took place on March 7, 2026, featuring a total of 125 multiple-choice questions.
Each question in the GPAT 2026 carries four marks, while one mark is deducted for every incorrect answer under the negative marking scheme. The total marks for the examination amount to 500.
Current Developments
Following the exam, the provisional GPAT Answer Key 2026 is expected to be released soon. Candidates will have the opportunity to challenge this provisional answer key within 2–3 days of its release.
The objection window for challenging the answer key is set to open within 1–2 days after the key is published. This process allows candidates to raise concerns regarding any discrepancies they may find in the answer key.
Next Steps
After the objection review process, the final GPAT Answer Key will be published. The results for GPAT 2026 are scheduled to be announced by April 7, 2026.
Candidates are reminded to follow official exam day instructions and ensure they bring the required documents to the exam centre. The GPAT 2026 response sheet will contain the answers marked by candidates during the examination.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific timing of the answer key release, but officials are working to ensure a timely process for candidates awaiting results.
