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Key Facts: GAT General Exam
100
Exam Questions
NTS
120 min
Exam Time
NTS
PKR 1,810
Exam Fee
NTS 2026
50
Passing Score
NTS
2 Years
Score Validity
NTS
No
Negative Marking
NTS
The NTS GAT General has 100 questions, a 2-hour time limit, and costs PKR 1,810. It is a mandatory requirement for MS/MPhil admissions in Pakistan, testing Verbal (~30%), Quantitative (~40%), and Analytical (~30%) reasoning. A minimum score of 50 is required to pass, though higher scores are needed for competitive universities.
Sample GAT General Practice Questions
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1LIGHT : BLIND :: ?
2Although the director's latest film was highly anticipated, its commercial release met with ________ reviews from critics, who found the plot predictable and lacking depth.
3Choose the word most similar in meaning to: AVARICIOUS
4Choose the word most opposite in meaning to: ZENITH
5ARCHIPELAGO : ISLAND :: ?
6The scientific community was initially ________ by the researcher's claims, as her previous experiments had always been conducted with ________ rigor.
7Choose the word most similar in meaning to: PERNICIOUS
8Read the passage to answer the question: 'The rapid urbanization of developing nations has led to severe infrastructural strain. Cities like Karachi and Lahore face daily challenges regarding waste management and clean water supply, primarily due to unplanned settlements and inadequate municipal funding.' According to the passage, what is the primary cause of clean water supply challenges in these cities?
9A shopkeeper buys a product for PKR 1,200 and sells it for PKR 1,500. What is his profit percentage?
10If 15 men can complete a construction project in 6 days, how many days will it take 10 men to complete the same work at the same rate?
About the GAT General Exam
The NTS Graduate Assessment Test (GAT General) is the primary standardized test in Pakistan for admissions to MS, MPhil, and PhD programs. It assesses candidates across three core cognitive domains: Verbal Reasoning (synonyms, antonyms, analogies, and sentence completions), Quantitative Reasoning (basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation), and Analytical Reasoning (logical puzzles and analytical deductions). GAT General results are valid for two years.
Exam sponsor: National Testing Service (NTS). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
100 multiple-choice questions (Verbal, Quantitative, Analytical)
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
50 marks
Reported exam pass rate: ~55%. estimated score above 50 This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Quantitative Reasoning
Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, basic statistics, and word problems.
Verbal Reasoning
Analogies, synonyms, antonyms, sentence completion, and reading comprehension.
Analytical Reasoning
Logical sequencing, relationship games, deduction, and analytical arguments.
Preparing for the GAT General Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 50 marks
- Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions (Verbal, Quantitative, Analytical)
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: PKR 1,810 Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NTS GAT General?
The NTS Graduate Assessment Test (GAT General) is a national standardized test in Pakistan required for admission to MS/MPhil programs and for HEC scholarship applications.
What is the fee for GAT General?
The standard registration fee is PKR 1,810, which must be paid online via the 1Bill payment system.
What is the passing score for the test?
The passing threshold set by NTS is 50 marks. However, competitive public and private sector universities often require higher scores for admission merit lists.
How long is the GAT General score valid?
The GAT General score card is valid for a period of two years from the test date.
Is there any negative marking in the test?
No, there is no negative marking in the NTS GAT General exam. Candidates should attempt all questions.