First, the test is conducted by HEC, and it's required for admission to recognized universities. The eligibility criteria are that the student has either passed their HSSC (Grade 12) or is awaiting results. So, even if someone is waiting for their final results, they can still apply. That's important to note.
Looking at the test pattern: There's an essay worth 15 marks, a personal statement for 10 marks, and then several MCQ sections. The total marks add up to 100, and passing marks are 50. That means they need to score at least 50% overall. The sections include English, General Knowledge, Islamic Studies, Pakistan Studies, Urdu, Vocabulary, and Basic Math. Each section has a specific number of MCQs. For example, English has 20 MCQs on synonyms, antonyms, and prepositions. General Knowledge is 20 MCQs, Islamic Studies 10, Pakistan Studies 10, Urdu 10, Vocabulary 5, and Basic Math 50 MCQs. Wait, Basic Math has 50 MCQs? Let me check again. Yes, the breakdown says MCQs: Math 50. So that's half of the total MCQs right there. The essay and personal statement are 200 words each.
The test date is tentatively April 13, 2025, but they mention it could change. Registration deadline is March 16, 2025, at 4 pm. The registration process is online through HEC's ETC portal. They need to create a profile and submit the application properly, not just sa