GPAT 2026 result out at natboard.edu.in; 5,362 candidates qualify

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2026 result today, April 7, 2026 on the official website of NAT at natboard.edu.in. As per the official notice, a total of 53,617 candidates appeared for the test, of whom 5,362 have qualified. The validity of the GPAT scorecard is 3 years. The GPAT 2026 was conducted in computer‑based mode on March 7, 2026.

Along with the result, the authority has also released the GPAT rank list 2026, where candidates will be able to view their application ID, roll number, GPAT scores, rank, cutoff marks, and qualification status. The GPAT 2026 scorecard release date will also be indicated on the rank list.

GPAT Result 2026: Qualified candidates

In the GPAT 2026 result, a total of 5,326 candidates have qualified for admissions. This includes 5,239 candidates in the non-PWBD category and 123 candidates in the PWBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) category.

The GPAT 2026 cut-off scores, percentile, and rank will be available for download on the NBEMS website on or after 15 April 2026. The scorecards can be downloaded from the website for a period of six months after they are uploaded.

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GPAT Result 2026: Category-wise cut-off score/ percentile/ rank

GPAT Result 2026: Final answer keys

Along with the result, the authority has also released final answer keys. As per the official notice, 7 questions in GPAT 2026 were found to be technically incorrect. Full marks for these questions have been awarded to all candidates, regardless of whether they attempted them. Additionally, the answer key for 4 questions has been corrected.

Candidates who appeared for GPAT 2026 will be able to access the post-challenge question paper and the final answer keys on or after 15 April 2026 on the NBEMS website.

GPAT Result 2026: Steps to download

To download the GPAT result 2026, applicants need to follow the steps given below:

• Visit the official website of NAT at natboard.edu.in

• In the notice section, click on “View All” button

• Click on the “GPAT result” link.

• The GPAT 2026 result notice will open on the screen.

• Now, click on the “GPAT result 2026 PDF” link.

• The GPAT result 2026 merit list will appear on the screen.

• Download the result and take a printout for future reference.

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The GPAT Result 2026 scorecard contains important details that candidates must verify carefully. It includes the candidate’s name, roll number, and applied category, along with the qualifying status and percentile score. Additionally, the scorecard displays the application number, marks secured in the GPAT exam, validity of the scorecard, and the All India Rank (AIR).

GPAT Result 2026: Tie-breaking criteria

In the GPAT 2026 merit list, if two or more candidates obtain the same score, the ranking is determined using the tie-breaking criteria set by the NBEMS. First, candidates with fewer negative responses are given a higher rank. If the tie persists, the older candidate is placed higher in the merit list. Next, the candidate with higher marks in Class XII (12th), as per their application details, is ranked above others. Finally, if needed, the candidate with higher marks in Class X (10th) is given preference.