Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT)

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Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) - Quiz

The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test is an annual all‑India examination conducted by All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi, to evaluate candidates for admission of Pharmacy graduates into the Masters (M. Pharm) programmes. This quiz is to test our knowledge on what we know about the test.

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the duration of the test?
- A.
  
  200minutes
- B.
  
  300minutes
- C.
  
  180minutes
- D.
  
  150minutes
Correct Answer
C. 180minutes

Explanation
The duration of the test is 180 minutes. This can be inferred from the given options where 180minutes is listed as one of the choices.

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2.

Through which of the following medium is the exam currently written on?
- A.
  
  CBT
- B.
  
  Pencil and paper
- C.
  
  None of the above
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
A. CBT

Explanation
The correct answer is CBT, which stands for Computer-Based Testing. This means that the exam is currently written on a computer or electronic device rather than using traditional pencil and paper. This method allows for a more efficient and streamlined testing process, as well as the ability to easily administer and score exams electronically.

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3.

When was the exam conducted in 2016?
- A.
  
  17th January 2016
- B.
  
  27th January 2016
- C.
  
  10th January 2016
- D.
  
  11th January 2016
Correct Answer
A. 17th January 2016

Explanation
The exam was conducted on 17th January 2016.

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4.

How many times is it always conducted in a year?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
A. 1

Explanation
The question is asking how many times the event is always conducted in a year. The word "always" implies that the event is consistently held every year. The correct answer is 1, indicating that the event is conducted once every year.

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5.

Which of the following bodies conducts the exam?
- A.
  
  MCAT
- B.
  
  GPAT
- C.
  
  GAT
- D.
  
  AICTE
Correct Answer
D. AICTE

Explanation
AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) conducts the exam.

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6.

What is the full meaning of AICTE?
- A.
  
  All India Council for Technical Examinations
- B.
  
  All International Council for Technical Education
- C.
  
  All India Council for Technical Education
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. All India Council for Technical Education

Explanation
The correct answer is "All India Council for Technical Education." AICTE is a statutory body in India that is responsible for the regulation and development of technical education in the country. It plays a crucial role in ensuring quality education and maintaining standards in technical institutions across India.

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7.

What is the full meaning of GPAT?
- A.
  
  General Pharmacy Aptitude Test
- B.
  
  Graduate Physical Aptitude Test
- C.
  
  Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test
- D.
  
  General Physical Aptitude Test
Correct Answer
C. Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test

Explanation
The correct answer is "Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test". GPAT stands for Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test, which is a national level entrance exam conducted in India for admission into postgraduate pharmacy courses. The test evaluates the aptitude of candidates in various areas such as pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, pharmacology, etc. This exam is important for students aspiring to pursue a career in the field of pharmacy at the postgraduate level.

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8.

Which of the following is/are eligible for the exam?
- A.
  
  Candidates holding bachelor degree in Pharmacy (under 10+2+4 pattern) from any recognized Institute/University
- B.
  
  Citizen of India
- C.
  
  None of the above
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
All of the options mentioned are eligible for the exam. Candidates who hold a bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from any recognized Institute/University and are citizens of India are eligible to appear for the exam. Therefore, all of the above options are correct.

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9.

Which of the following is the format of the exam?
- A.
  
  PPT
- B.
  
  Online
- C.
  
  Pencil and Paper
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. Online

Explanation
The correct answer is "Online" because it is stated in the given options that the exam format is online. PPT and Pencil and Paper are not mentioned as formats for the exam, so they are not the correct answers. Therefore, "All of the above" is also not the correct answer as it includes options that are not mentioned as formats for the exam.

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10.

When is the registration for GPAT 2018 going to start?
- A.
  
  24th Oct 2017
- B.
  
  20th Oct 2018
- C.
  
  20th Oct 2017
- D.
  
  24th Oct 2018
Correct Answer
C. 20th Oct 2017

Explanation
The correct answer is 20th Oct 2017. This is because the question is asking about the start date of the registration for GPAT 2018. The given answer, 20th Oct 2017, is the only option that falls within the year 2017 and is also the closest date to the current year.

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