Applying for the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) requires candidates to meet specific eligibility criteria. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the requirements that candidates must fulfill to be eligible for GPAT 2024.

1. Citizenship

The candidate must be a citizen of India.

This is a fundamental criterion and applies to all applicants.

2. Educational Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B. Pharm) from a recognized university. This degree should be completed after 10+2 (12th grade), including lateral entry students.

3. Final Year Candidates

Candidates Appearing in Final or Pre-final Year

• Final Year Students: Candidates who are in their final year (4th Year) of B. Pharm and will have their results declared before the commencement of admissions for the academic year 2024-25 are eligible to appear for GPAT 2024.
• Pre-final Year Students: Candidates in their pre-final year (3rd Year) of B. Pharm, whose final year results will be declared before the commencement of admissions for the academic year 2025-26, are also eligible.

4. Ineligible Courses

Exclusions

Candidates with degrees such as B.E. or B.Tech in Pharmaceutical and Fine Chemical Technology or equivalent fields are not eligible to apply for GPAT 2024.

5. Ineligibility at Any Stage

Strict Compliance

Candidates found to be ineligible at any stage will not be permitted to appear for the examination or counseling. If any ineligible candidate appears for and/or succeeds in GPAT 2024, their results and candidacy will be canceled.

6. Provisional Eligibility

Issuance of Admit Cards

The eligibility of candidates issued admit cards for the examination is provisional. Appearing for GPAT 2024 does not guarantee automatic admission to M. Pharm courses or the award of scholarships.

7. No Canvassing

Communication and Queries

Candidates are advised not to canvass with NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences) regarding eligibility or the issuance of admit cards. Queries should be submitted through the Communication Web Portal only. Any form of canvassing will result in the rejection of the application.

Summary

To recap, candidates applying for GPAT 2024 must:

• Be a citizen of India.
• Hold a B. Pharm degree from a recognized university.
• Be in their final or pre-final year with results declared before the relevant academic sessions.
• Not hold a degree in B.E. or B.Tech in Pharmaceutical and Fine Chemical Technology.
• Ensure they meet all eligibility criteria to avoid disqualification at any stage.
• Avoid canvassing and direct queries through the official portal only.

By understanding and adhering to these eligibility criteria, candidates can ensure a smooth application process for GPAT 2024.