GAT (NTS): frequently asked questions
What is the GAT General test pattern?
100 multiple-choice questions in 120 minutes, in three sections: Verbal reasoning, Quantitative reasoning and Analytical reasoning. There is no negative marking and no essay.
How many questions does each section have?
It depends on your category. Category A (engineering, business, technology): Verbal 35, Quantitative 35, Analytical 30. Category B (arts, humanities, social sciences) and D (religious studies): 50, 30, 20. Category C (agriculture, veterinary, biological sciences): 45, 35, 20. Our mixed test follows Category A; the chapter tests let you drill one section.
What is the passing score for GAT General?
Most universities ask for at least 50% for MS and MPhil eligibility, and some programmes set a higher cut-off. The result stays valid for two years.
Is this a free GAT General practice test?
Yes. Every question has the answer and a short explanation, and your score is shown section by section and topic by topic. No sign-up is needed.
Are these past GAT papers?
No. The questions are original Mega Lecture questions written in the NTS GAT style; NTS does not publish its papers.
Are these GAT (NTS) tests free?
Yes. All 642 questions, answers and explanations are free, with no sign-up.
How are the tests marked?
Instantly, with the right answer and an explanation for every question and your score by topic.