If you’re planning to pursue postgraduate studies in pharmacy, the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2025 is your gateway. Conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), GPAT assesses candidates for admission to M.Pharm and other pharmacy programs across India.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the GPAT 2025 application process smoothly.
🔗 Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to https://natboard.edu.in or https://nbe.edu.in and click on “GPAT 2025” under the exams section.
📝 Step 2: Register as a New User
- Click on “New Registration”.
- Fill in basic details such as:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Email ID
- Mobile number
- Security question and password
Once submitted, you’ll receive your User ID and Password via SMS and email.
🧾 Step 3: Fill the Application Form
Login using your credentials and complete the application by entering:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Preferred test city (select from the available list)
- Upload:
- Passport-sized photo (recent, as per specified dimensions)
- Scanned signature
- Thumb impression (if required)
- Valid ID proof
✅ Tip: Keep scanned copies ready in JPEG format under the file size limit.
💳 Step 4: Pay the Examination Fee
Fee payment is done online via credit/debit card or net banking.
Application Fee:
- General: ₹2200/-
- SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates: ₹1100/-
Make sure the payment status is “Successful” before proceeding.
🖨️ Step 5: Print the Confirmation Page
After payment:
- Download and print the confirmation page.
- Save a copy of the filled application form and payment receipt for future reference.
📅 Key Dates (Tentative)
- Online Registration Starts: April 19, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: May 8, 2025
- Exam Date: June 8, 2025
- Admit Card Release: Likely end of May 2025
🛑 Important Reminders
- You can edit certain details during the correction window only.
- Ensure your documents and information are accurate.
- Use your personal email and mobile number for future communication.
📘 Need Help?
Refer to the official Information Bulletin or contact the helpdesk at:
- 📧 Email: gpat@natboard.edu.in
- ☎️ Helpline: [Number as per latest bulletin]

Stay focused, and best of luck for GPAT 2025!