Introduction
If you are a B. Pharm student, you must have heard the name of GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test). This is a national-level entrance exam which is an important step for higher education and career growth of pharmacy students. National board of examination (NBE) conducts this exam and students who qualify get scholarship for admission in higher education.
But GPAT is not just a tool for M. Pharm admission! Qualifying this exam opens up many other career opportunities, about which most students are unaware. GPAT will not only help in your academic growth but will also improve your knowledge and skills which are necessary to move ahead in the pharma industry
Common Myths that are in the minds of students about GPAT
Many students consider GPAT a terrifying and impossible task. There are many myths (wrong thinking) in their minds which stop them from preparing for this exam. Let us understand these myths in a little more detail:
💭 Myth 1: GPAT is only for admission in M. Pharm.
✅ Reality: Through GPAT you can pursue not only M. Pharm but also Pharm MBA. By qualifying GPAT, many universities also exempt you from PhD entrance exam, so that you can directly take admission in PhD.
💭 Myth 2: GPAT is only for toppers, an average student cannot qualify.
✅ Reality: GPAT is not only for bright students, only those who prepare with smart study and dedication qualify. Many average students have also cracked GPAT with proper strategy and consistency and that too with good rank.
💭 Myth 3: GPAT is a very tough exam, and you will have to go into isolation to prepare for it.
✅ Reality: Any exam seems tough only when we do not make the right preparation strategy for it. The syllabus is fixed in GPAT and if you pay attention to concept clarity and revision and you have proper guidance from your mentors then you can score well, that too with minimum stress.
💭 Myth 4: There is no benefit of GPAT if you do not want to do M. Pharm.
✅ Reality: There are many hidden benefits of qualifying GPAT. You become eligible for research assistant, project officer and government jobs. Apart from this, GPAT preparation also helps you in Drug Inspector, Pharmacist and other pharma-related exams because the syllabus of all these exams is somehow related to the GPAT syllabus, means if you are preparing for GPAT exam, then your preparation for these other exams will be completed. Along with this, during B. Pharm exam, you will also get help in understanding the subjects of the semester.
Why should every pharmacy student attempt GPAT?
If you think that GPAT is just an entrance exam, then you are wrong. This is a golden opportunity that can give you knowledge, career growth and self-confidence. Let us know why every pharmacy student should attempt GPAT:
🟢 1. The best way to check your real knowledge of B. Pharm
By preparing for GPAT, you develop a deep understanding of your B. Pharm subjects. You understand the practical application of the concepts which you have studied only by working hard. You will be seen standing out among the crowd of students who have prepared for this exam, and also if you have gone for a job interview in some company after completing B. Pharm, this preparation will help you.
🟢 2. Makes the path of PhD easy
If you want to do PhD, then by qualifying GPAT you do not need to give PhD entrance exam in many universities. The top universities or institutes which make PhD students always prefer GPAT qualified candidates.
🟢 3. Government Jobs and Research Opportunities
After qualifying GPAT, you can apply for Research Assistant, Project Officer, or Government Jobs. Many reputed institutes like NIPER, CDRI, IICB prefer GPAT-qualified students for research projects and their salary/stipend is also much higher than non-GPAT candidates.
🟢 4. Best Platform for Self-Confidence and Competitive Exams Preparation If you do serious preparation for GPAT, then it becomes easy for you to clear Drug Inspector, Pharmacist, and other government competitive exams in future.
Conclusion: Preparation of GPAT is a Smart Decision!
GPAT is not just an exam but an opportunity which helps you to open new doors in your career. Every pharmacy student must prepare for GPAT at least once, whether you are planning to pursue M.Pharm or not. This exam can give you knowledge, skills and confidence and also helps you to know yourself and build your character.
If you are also serious about GPAT, then start preparation now with proper strategy and give a new direction to your career! You can contact us to get any guidance related to GPAT exam🚀
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