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NUST NET Candidate Instructions
Computer Based Entry Test (CBNET) — Official Guidelines
General Information
This is a Computer Based Entry Test (CBNET / NET) conducted by the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), Islamabad.
The test consists of 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with a total duration of 3 hours (180 minutes).
Each correct answer carries 1 mark. There is NO negative marking for wrong answers.
The test is divided into sections based on your selected field / stream.
Candidates must attempt the test individually. Any form of assistance or collaboration is strictly prohibited.
Test Structure by Field
NET-Engineering: Mathematics (100) + Physics (60) + English (40)
NET-Applied Sciences: Biology (100) + Chemistry (60) + English (40)
NET-Business & Social Sciences: Quantitative Maths (100) + English (100)
NET-Architecture: Design Aptitude (100) + Mathematics (60) + English (40)
NET-Natural Sciences: Mathematics (100) + English (100)
How to Navigate the Test
Click on any option to select your answer. Your selection will be highlighted.
Press Save to record your answer and advance to the next question.
Use Next and Prev buttons to move between questions.
Click any number in the Navigation Grid to jump to that question.
Use subject buttons to jump to the start of a particular section.
You can revisit and change any answer before submitting.
Navigation Colour Legend
Grey = Not yet answered
Green = Answer saved
Amber = Marked for review
Red Border = Currently active question
Review & Flagging
Click Review to flag a question for later. Flagged questions appear in amber.
Flagged questions are not automatically submitted. You must save your answer separately.
Answer all questions if possible, as there is no penalty for wrong answers.
Timer & Submission
The countdown timer is displayed at the bottom left throughout the test.
When time reaches 00:00:00, the test is automatically submitted.
Click "Click here to FINISH Test" to submit early after confirmation.
Once submitted, you cannot return to the test.
📊 Aggregate Formula: Your NUST merit is calculated as:
75% NET + 15% FSc/A-Level + 10% Matric/O-Level.
Use the Aggregate Calculator on the next screen to estimate your merit.
⚠ Important: Do not refresh or close the browser during the test. Do not use unfair means.
NUST reserves the right to cancel the candidature of any candidate found violating rules.
Results shown at the end are for practice purposes only.
Candidate: NUST026
Select Your Test Field
Choose your stream to begin assessment
NET-Engineering
HSSC Pre-Engg / Pre-Med* / ICS / equivalent
Mathematics 50% · Physics 30% · English 20%
ENG
NET-Applied Sciences
HSSC Pre-Medical group / equivalent
Biology 50% · Chemistry 30% · English 20%
APS
NET-Business & Social Sciences
HSSC with any combination / equivalent
Quantitative Mathematics 50% · English 50%
BUS
NET-Architecture / Industrial Design
HSSC with Maths and Physics / equivalent
Design Aptitude 50% · Mathematics 30% · English 20%