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Higher Education Aptitude Test
An aptitude assessment used for relevant HEC postgraduate admission and scholarship routes. Check the specific call for the required HAT category.
Time
120 minutes
Format
100 MCQs
Score
100 marks
Test pattern
- 1English / verbal reasoning
- 2Analytical reasoning
- 3Quantitative reasoning
- Verbal reasoning
- 30%
- Analytical reasoning
- 30%
- Quantitative reasoning
- 40%
Section weightages depend on your stream. A qualifying score is not a scholarship selection guarantee; validity and required scores depend on the call.
HEC approved HAT patternReferences reviewed 15 November 2026. Confirm the latest call before registering.