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GAT General

NTS GAT General preparation — full prep brief

Most Pakistani public universities require GAT General (Type A/B/C) for MS/MPhil admission. This page is your fast track.

Total MCQs
100
Duration
120 min
Passing marks
50%
Validity
2 years

GAT General overview

The Graduate Assessment Test General (GAT-G) is conducted by NTS for MS, MPhil and Equivalent admissions in Pakistan. There are three subject categories — A (Engineering, ICT), B (Bio/Med Sciences) and C (Management/Arts/SS).

Paper pattern

  • Verbal — 30 MCQs
  • Quantitative — 30 MCQs
  • Analytical Reasoning — 40 MCQs

References

Frequently asked questions

Is GAT-G negatively marked?

No — there is no negative marking. Attempt every MCQ.

Is GAT-G required for foreign-degree applicants?

Most universities require GAT-G or an equivalent (GRE General/Subject) for HEC-recognised MS/MPhil admission.