NTS NAT 2025 | Date, Syllabus & Registration

Apply Date: NTS conducts the NAT test multiple times throughout the year. Here are the apply dates for the upcoming NAT tests:

NAT-V:

NAT-VI:

NAT-VII:

NAT-VIII:

NAT-IX:

NAT-X:

NAT-XI:

NAT-XII:

NAT-XIII:

Conduct Date

: Here are the conduct dates for the upcoming NAT tests in 2025:

Passing Scores:

NTS does not define a specific "passing score" for the NAT test.
The NAT is an aptitude test used by various universities and Degree Awarding Institutes (DAIs) for admission. Each university/DAI has its own admission criteria and determines the acceptable NAT score for its programs.
Therefore, the "passing score" depends on the specific university and program you are applying to. You will need to check the admission policies of the respective institutions to know their required NAT scores.
Generally, a higher NAT score increases your chances of getting admission to competitive programs.

Test Format:

The NAT is a standardized test designed to assess a candidate's aptitude for a particular academic stream.
The test format varies depending on the NAT category you choose based on your previous education (e.g., NAT-I for Engineering, NAT-II for Medical, NAT-III for Arts & Commerce, NAT-IV for Agriculture, etc.).
Typically, the NAT consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
The test usually includes sections on:
- Verbal Reasoning (English): Analogies, Antonyms, Synonyms, Sentence Completion, Comprehension.
- Quantitative Reasoning (Mathematics): Basic Mathematics, Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic.
- Analytical Reasoning: Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving.
- Subject-Specific Questions: Depending on the NAT category, there will be questions related to specific subjects relevant to that field (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Biology for NAT-II).
The number of questions and the weightage of each section can vary across different NAT categories. You can find the specific paper pattern for each NAT category on the NTS website under the "NAT" section.
The duration of the NAT test is usually around 2-3 hours.
There is generally no negative marking in the NAT test, but it's always best to confirm this in the specific test instructions.