FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences Entry Test 2026-27
About This Entry Test
FAST-NUCES admits undergraduates via its own NU Admission Test (with negative marking) or an accepted SAT/NTS NAT score, chosen by the applicant. The test is weighted 50% for Computing and Business and 33% for Engineering, with the rest from HSSC and SSC. This page covers the undergraduate entry test requirement for FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences profile.
Test at a Glance
| Test name | NU Admission Test (own test); SAT or NTS NAT also accepted |
| Conducted by | University itself (FAST-NUCES); alternatively SAT (College Board) or NTS NAT |
| Applies to | All BS programmes. Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Computer): NU test, SAT or NAT-IE. Computing (CS, AI, Cyber Security, Data Science, SE): NU test, SAT, NAT-IE or NAT-ICS. BBA/BS A&F/Business Analytics/FinTech: NU test, SAT, NAT-IE/ICS/ICOM/IGS. Applicant must choose only one test option. |
| Eligibility | Engineering: 60% SSC and 60% HSSC with Pre-Engineering or ICS (Physics, Maths). Computing: 60% SSC, 50% HSSC with Mathematics (Pre-Medical with additional Maths allowed). Business: 60% SSC, 50% HSSC. |
| Schedule | Annual Fall intake; applications and tests typically in June-July. Exact dates at nu.edu.pk/Admissions/Schedule; check official website. |
| Merit weightage | Engineering: Test 33% + HSSC 50% + SSC 17%. Computing: Test 50% + HSSC 40% + SSC 10%. Business: Test 50% + HSSC 40% + SSC 10%. HSSC marks priority: Part I+II, then Part I, then IBCC A/O Level equivalence. |
Test Format
NU Admission Test: negative marking applies; calculators not allowed. Section weightages: BS CS/Engineering: English 10%, Analytical Skills & IQ 20%, Basic Maths 20%, Advanced Maths 50%. BBA/BS Business: English 10%, Essay Writing 15%, Analytical & IQ 25%, Basic Maths 50%. Number of questions, duration and mode: check official website.
Eligibility
Engineering: 60% SSC and 60% HSSC with Pre-Engineering or ICS (Physics, Maths). Computing: 60% SSC, 50% HSSC with Mathematics (Pre-Medical with additional Maths allowed). Business: 60% SSC, 50% HSSC.
How to Register
Online only at https://admissions.nu.edu.pk/ (Application Reference Number issued); fee via bank deposit or KuickPay; admit card generated after payment. Fee: check official website (nu.edu.pk/Admissions/FeeStructure).
Test Schedule 2026-27
Annual Fall intake; applications and tests typically in June-July. Exact dates at nu.edu.pk/Admissions/Schedule; check official website.
Merit Formula
Engineering: Test 33% + HSSC 50% + SSC 17%. Computing: Test 50% + HSSC 40% + SSC 10%. Business: Test 50% + HSSC 40% + SSC 10%. HSSC marks priority: Part I+II, then Part I, then IBCC A/O Level equivalence.
Preparation Tips
- Advanced Maths is 50% of the CS/Engineering paper: master FSc Part-I and Part-II Maths thoroughly.
- Negative marking applies, so avoid blind guessing.
- Practise analytical/IQ puzzles and timed mental arithmetic (no calculators).
- Business applicants should practise essay writing and basic maths.
- Consider NAT-IE/ICS or SAT as an alternative route, but you may use only one test option.
Official Links
- Official test / admission page
- FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences profile on Pak Student Hub
- Admission schedules and Merit Calculator
- How university merit is calculated
- ECAT vs NET vs NAT – which test to take
- All entry tests
Last updated: 18 October 2026. Test patterns, fees and dates are set by the university or test body and change every year. Always confirm on the official website before registering.
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