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National Students
Eligibility Criteria
Admission Process
Selection Procedure
Migration
International Students
National Students Natural Sciences (BS Mathematics)
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Business Studies and Social Sciences From 16th to 31st May, 2012
»» Intermediate or an equivalent qualification like Overseas NUST Entrance Test Rs 3,000 or USD 35
High School Certificate/British General Certificate of SAT National Seat Rs 3,000 or USD 35
Education (Advanced Level)/International Baccalaureate/ SAT International Seat Rs 6,000 or USD 70
Advance Placement. All non-FA/FSc stream candidates to From 1st to 15th June, 2012
obtain equivalence certificates from IBCC to apply for the NUST Entrance Test Rs 5,000 or USD 60
programmes. SAT National Seat Rs 5,000 or USD 60
»» Minimum 60% aggregate marks each in Matric and SAT International Seat Rs 10,000 or USD 120
Intermediate/equivalent exams. No deviation in this
regard is allowed.
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Admission Process Instructions for Online Application Form
»» Visit www.ugadmission.nust.edu.pk and register with valid
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Submission of online application at e-mail address.
www.ugadmission.nust.edu.pk »» Candidate will be allotted a password to access the online
application form.
Confirmation of receipt of application from NUST by »» Upload recent photograph (with plain background).
e-mail (within 24 hours of submission) »» Candidates can apply for admission to all undergraduate
programmes on the basis of NUST Entrance Test or SAT
Score or both, according to eligibility criteria.
Fee deposit through credit card or deposit at any branch of »» Candidates applying on SAT basis have to enter their SAT
Habib Bank Ltd. (HBL) or Standard Chartered Bank (Paki- Subject Test scores at link available on My Account page
stan) Ltd after submission of application form. Those who do not
enter their SAT scores by 15 July 2012 will be assigned
zero weighting.
Confirmation of receipt of payment by NUST by e-mail
(within 15 days of payment) »» Candidates can deposit the fee either through credit
card or make deposit, in any branch of HBL or Standard
Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Ltd., after taking printout of the
Online filling of choice of Test Date and Session by Challan Form.
candidates of Islamabad centre »» Candidates of Islamabad centre will have to choose Test
Date and Session out of the available options. Allocation
of Test Date and Session will be made on ‘First Come First
»» For Islamabad test centre, confirmation of Test Date, Served’ basis.
Test Session and allocation of Roll Number, Log-in ID, »» Candidates of Islamabad centre will be allocated Roll
Password for Computer Based NUST Entrance Test Number, Test Centre, Test Session, Log-in ID and Password
»» For test centres of Karachi, Quetta and Multan, for Computer Based NUST Entrance Test (CBNET).
issuance of Roll Numbers and allocation of test
centres through email (within 24 hours of payment
»» For test centres of Karachi, Quetta and Multan, candidates
will be informed through email regarding Admit Card
confirmation)
containing exact time and centre for Entrance Test.
»» Candidates are required to print their Admit Cards and
Printing of Admit Cards by the candidates bring the same to the Test Centre along with original CNIC
or a document with Photo ID such as Passport, original
Matric/FSc certificate bearing photograph, etc.
Provisional Merit List on NUST website (within 20 days of »» Candidates can change their preferences after the
completion of Entrance Test) announcement of NUST Entrance Test results/merit
positions during the given time. No application for change
of preferences will be entertained thereafter. Closing merit
Change/Confirmation of choices of Programmes of session 2011 for different programmes will be available
on the website for guidance.
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Candidates are advised to contact IBCC for their eligibility Provision of Entrance Test Results
regarding issuance of equivalence certificate of relevant Desirous candidates may obtain the result details of their test
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category as per their subjects of study in O/A level or from the link available on NUST website.
equivalent examinations.
Selection Procedure
NUST Entrance Test (NET) Final merit list will be prepared by assigning weighting as
NUST Entrance Test will be Computer-based for the candidates follows:
of Islamabad centre conducted in two sessions daily on
different dates whereas for the candidates of Karachi, Quetta Business Studies and Social Sciences/Social Sciences/
and Multan it will be paper based to be conducted on one day B Architecture and BS Mathematics
for all the candidates. »» NUST Entrance Test 75%
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Merit list for candidates applying on the basis of SAT for Migration and Transfers
national seats is prepared separately. Under extraordinary circumstances, on the recommendation
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of the Commandant/Principal/Dean of the concerned
Medical Fitness institution, the Rector may allow migration of a student within
Selected candidates will be required to provide Medical NUST, or from other foreign/Pakistani universities/colleges of
Certificate for joining the relevant programme. Medical repute, generally under the following conditions:
Certificate Form will be emailed/sent to the selected
candidates along with the Provisional Selection Letter for »» After completion of first year and before the beginning of
endorsement from any government hospital or a registered final year
medical practitioner. »» Possesses good academic record
»» Courses to be transferred have a minimum of B Grade
Rejection of Application »» Transfer within NUST will be allowed to students
The University can reject any application for admission without admitted on the basis of NUST selection process
assigning any reason. »» Inter/intra-institutional transfers of students within NUST
will be managed and processed on the basis of laid down
procedure in vogue.
Submission of Documents
Candidates are required to print the Selection Letters and Provisions of NUST Migration Policy, as amended/updated
send attested photocopies of the following documents along from time to time, will be applicable in processing of all
with paid Challan Form (NUST copy) of admission dues to UG migration cases.
Section, Registrar Directorate, NUST, H-12, Islamabad:
»» Matric/equivalent certificate along with Detailed Marks
Migration/Transfer Fee
PKR
Certificate
»» FA/FSc/equivalent certificate along with Detailed Marks »» Processing fee 5,000
Certificate »» Migration/Transfer Fee
»» Equivalence certificate(s) from IBCC in case of equivalent Migration from foreign universities 250,000
examinations Migration from local universities 100,000
Transfer within NUST 5,000
Allocation of Programmes
Selection and allotment of programmes will be carried out
strictly according to the merit position and preferences
exercised by the candidates.
Cancellation of Admission
Admission is liable to be cancelled if the candidate is found
guilty of suppression or misrepresentation of material facts,
at any stage. The University can further debar him/her from
seeking admission elsewhere. Other universities in the country
will also be informed about the same.
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Postgraduate Programmes
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EMBA Admission Process
Final merit list of EMBA will be based on the following
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weighting: Submission of online application form through web-link
»» GRE/GAT (Gen)/NAT 50% www.pgadmission.nust.edu.pk along with scanned copies of
required documents
»» Previous Academic Record 10%
»» Experience 15%
»» Interview 25% Confirmation of receipt of application form through e-mail
within 24 hours
Submission of Applications Deposit application fee through credit card or online in any
branch of HBL or Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Ltd.
MBA/MS Economics/EMBA/MPhil
Only online applications are accepted. Confirmation of receipt of payment via e-mail within 15 days
Misrepresentation of facts or false information will lead to Successful candidates join the respective programmes
cancellation of candidature/admission at any stage.
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International Students Note:
»» SAT Reasoning and Subject Tests are computer based
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Undergraduate Programmes tests held under the management of College Board, USA.
NUST has some SAT specific seats in Business Studies/Social For more information on SAT and how to apply, see their
Sciences, Natural Sciences and Architecture programmes for website
international students. www.collegeboard.com
»» SAT score should reach NUST directly from College Board,
Desirous candidates can avail the facility accordingly, provided USA.
they meet the specified eligibility criteria and are willing to pay »» It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide the SAT
tuition fee and allied charges of the category. scores on the given address by due date:
UG Section, Registrar Directorate
Entry Requirements National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
»» International students will take SAT test and submit the Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.
scores for desired programmes, as per the following
details: Last date for SAT scores to reach NUST is July 15, 2012. Scores
Business Studies and Social Sciences received after the deadline will not be entertained.
NUST institutional code to receive SAT scores is 2790
SAT Reasoning Test
Architecture (B Arch) Merit List
SAT Subject Test in Merit list of international students is prepared separately.
›› Mathematics Level II
›› Physics Final Approval
Note: B Arch candidates have to appear for cognitive and Cases of the international students, finally selected for
aptitude test whose weighting will be included in final merit admission, will be referred to Higher Education Commission
list. and relevant government department(s) for final approval, as
per policy in vogue.
Natural Sciences (BS Mathematics)
Accommodation
SAT Subject Test in
›› Mathematics Level II Hostel accommodation to international students is guaranteed.
»» Minimum 60% aggregate marks each in Matric and
Intermediate/equivalent exams.
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Postgraduate Programmes The candidates are responsible for providing GRE/GMAT score
directly to NUST on the following address:
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Admission
International students, Pakistanis holding foreign nationality Postgraduate Programme (PGP) Directorate,
and Pakistanis living abroad can apply for postgraduate National University of Sciences and Technology
programmes. They have to compete with the local students for Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.
admission on merit.
Processing
Eligibility Criteria
Cases of the international students, finally selected for
Eligibility criteria is the same as for national students. admission will be processed through Higher Education
Commission and respective government departments.
GMAT/GRE Score
International applicants are required to appear for GRE/GMAT
conducted by ETS/GMAC, USA. Last date for scores of GRE/
Accommodation
GMAT to reach NUST is July 23, 2012. Hostel accommodation to international students is guaranteed.
Minimum acceptable Score for GMAT is 50 percentile.
Minimum Score in GRE is mentioned below: Fact file
Old Scale Revised Scale
Quantitative 650/800 151/170 Corporate Advisory Council
Verbal 400/800 146/170
Analytical Writing 3.5/6.0 3.5/6.0
»» Platform for Interaction between
industry and NUST academia
NUST institution code to receive GRE score is 7014. »» Learn jointly for mutual benefit
NUST institution code to receive GMAT score is 7035.
»» Concretely contribute to Pakistan’s
economic development
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Fee & Funding
National Students
International Students
National Students For re-activation of registration, the student will be required
Undergraduate Programmes
Fee and Funding
to pay the Admission Processing Fee again along with all out-
standing dues and fines.
Fee Structure
Admission Dues PKR Merit-based Financial Assistance
»» Admission Processing Fee (Non refundable) 30,000 NUST gives financial assistance to students on performance
»» Security Deposit (Refundable) basis as mentioned below:
to be paid at the time of admission
»» NBS, SADA 12,000 »» Top 15% merit position holders in NUST Entrance Test
»» CAMP 10,000 with respect to total seats in respective disciplines, will be
awarded full waiver of tuition fee for the 1st Semester.
Tuition Fee »» For continuation of financial assistance in the range of
»» NBS, SADA (per semester) 72,000 15 to 75% of the tuition fee, the student has to maintain
»» CAMP (per semester) 60,000 CGPA of 3.5 or more in subsequent semester exams.
»» Miscellaneous Dues per month (maximum) 500
Need-based Scholarship/Fee Waiver
Payment of Dues NUST has launched a need-based scholarship scheme to
»» Tuition fee will be charged on semester basis except the enable financially under-privileged but talented students to
first semester fee which will be payable in two equal acquire higher education. Salient features of the scheme are:
installments.
»» Challan for admission charges along with first installment »» Sufficient number of scholarships/fee waivers will be
awarded to needy students of the new batch every year.
of first semester fee and provisional selection letter will
be available on NUST website. Challan is payable at any »» The scholarship will be for full duration of the
branch of HBL or Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Ltd. programme in which the student is enrolled.
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Postgraduate Programmes timely deposit of dues by their sponsoring agency. Scholarship
provisions for postgraduate studies for candidates from FATA
MBA/MS
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Financial Assistance (For MBA/MS) Commission (HEC), Meezan Bank, etc.
International Students
Undergraduate Programmes
Students selected through this process will be required to pay
their fees and other charges in USD.
Fee Structure
Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and
Architecture USD Monthly Accommodation Charges (H-12 Campus)
»» Admission Processing Fee (Non-refundable) 575 Single Students
»» Tuition Fee per annum 3,500 »» Independent room (single occupancy,
»» Security Deposit (Refundable) 250 with attached bath) USD 100
»» Health Facilities per annum 120 »» Bi-seater (double occupancy USD 75
(with attached bath)
»» Tuition fee for first academic year (two semesters) will be »» Bi-seater/double occupancy USD 60
deposited at NUST at the time of admission. Subsequently, (with community bath)
tuition fee will be paid through challan forms provided by
Finance Directorate, NUST. The structure and schedule of Married Students
payment will be intimated to the selected candidates.
»» One bedroom apartment USD 150
»» Security deposit is payable along with the »» Two bedroom apartment USD 200
admission processing fee at the time of admission.
»» All fees are subject to revision from time to time. Note
A Security Fee of USD 120/- (Refundable) is charged at the
Postgraduate Programmes time of allotment. Accommodation charges do not include
food.
Students selected for postgraduate programme will be
required to pay their fees and other charges in USD. Information on accommodation at NUST colleges can be
found in their respective sections of the prospectus.
Fee Structure
Business Studies, Economics and Physics/Maths USD
»» Admission Processing Fee (Non refundable) 300
»» Tuition Fee per annum 4,000
»» Security Deposit (Refundable) 300
»» Health Facilities per annum 120
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NUST Entrance Test
NUST Entrance Test (Business Studies/Social
Sciences)
»» The entrance test at Islamabad centre will be computer based as per the schedule announced by NUST. However, for
centres of Karachi, Quetta and Multan it will be paper based and held in one session.
»» Candidates will have an option to appear either in computer based test at Islamabad or the paper based test at Karachi,
Quetta and Multan.
»» The pattern and the standard of question papers for both types of tests will be the same.
»» The computer based test is designed according to the on-line examinations practiced throughout the world. It is easy to
attempt with minimal practice for which a demonstration module will be available on NUST website.
»» All kinds of data carriers and calculators, including mobile phone, Bluetooth, hands free devices, etc, are strictly prohibited
inside the examination hall.
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NUST Entrance Test
»» The entrance test at Islamabad centre will be computer based as per the schedule announced by NUST. However, for centres
of Karachi, Quetta and Multan it will be paper based and held in one session.
»» Candidates will have an option to appear either in computer based test at Islamabad or the paper based test at Karachi,
Quetta and Multan.
»» The pattern and the standard of question papers for both types of tests will be the same.
»» The computer based test is designed according to the on-line examinations practiced throughout the world. It is easy to at-
tempt with minimal practice for which a demonstration module will be available on NUST website.
»» All kinds of data carriers and calculators, including mobile phone, Bluetooth, hands free devices, etc, are strictly prohibited
inside the examination hall.
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NUST Entrance Test
NUST Entrance Test (B Arch)
»» The entrance test at Islamabad centre will be computer based as per the schedule announced by NUST. However, for centres
of Karachi, Quetta and Multan it will be paper based and held in one session.
»» Candidates will have an option to appear either in computer based test at Islamabad or the paper based test at Karachi,
Quetta and Multan.
»» The pattern and the standard of question papers for both types of tests will be the same.
»» The computer based test is designed according to the on-line examinations practiced throughout the world. It is easy to at-
tempt with minimal practice for which a demonstration module will be available on NUST website.
»» All kinds of data carriers and calculators, including mobile phone, Bluetooth, hands free devices, etc, are strictly prohibited
inside the examination hall.
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Instructions for Paper-based Entrance Test of Business Studies and Social Sciences
NUST Entrance Test
These instructions deal with multiple choice answer sheets, which will be provided for examination. The answer sheets will
have two parts, i.e., personal information and answers. A filled in answer sheet is printed on the next page for illustration and
guidance. Answer sheets are marked through computer, therefore, it is important that the candidates read and understand these
instructions thoroughly before taking the exam. Non-compliance will affect scoring adversely.
PERSONAL INFORMATION (See appropriate block in the specimen answer sheet). Exam superintendent will brief on filling in of
this portion before start of the exam.
»» Clearly write your name in Capital Letters in the box titled FULL NAME. Fill corresponding circles. If the name is longer than
the space provided, fill in as much as fits in the given space. (In the specimen answer sheet, Babar Ajmal is the name of a
candidate).
»» Write your Roll No in the box titled Roll No. (In the specimen answer sheet, the Roll No of the candidate is 753357).
»» In the subject column, use “555” as subject code for Business Studies and Social Sciences.
»» In the NET Code column, write NET Code written inside the question booklet. (NET Code 002 is marked In the specimen
answer sheet)
»» In the CITY/CENTRE column, use the following codes and fill in the corresponding circles. (In the specimen sheet, KI is
marked for Karachi).
»» Put your date of birth in the column Date of Birth. 11-04-92 is marked as the Date of Birth on the specimen sheet.
»» In the sex column, fill M for male candidates, F for female candidates and O for other candidates. (In the example a male
candidate is marked).
b c d e
»» Some examples of improper marking are shown below:
a b c d e a b c d e a b c d e
(The computer will mark improperly filled circle as wrong answer)
»» Do not mark more than a single circle for an answer choice. Multiple answers for a single question will be regarded as an
unanswered question.
»» If you need to erase an answer, do so clearly/cleanly, using a good quality eraser.
»» Do not bend/fold your answer sheet, make stray marks or mark any area outside the provided circles.
MISCELLANEOUS
»» Answer sheet is to be signed both by the invigilator as well as by the candidate, in respective blocks, with ballpoint pen
only.
»» PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO BRING A CLIPBOARD ALONG.
»» USE 2B lead pencil only. DO NOT USE ink pens, ballpoint pens or felt-tip pens on the answer sheet.
»» You are allowed to bring along clipboard, pencils, eraser and sharpener only.
»» Use your time effectively. Do not spend too much time on one question, otherwise you will run short of time for other
questions.
»» Write your Roll No on the front page of the QUESTION Booklet and the back side of the answer sheet in the given blocks.
Do not write elsewhere.
»» Return the complete questions booklet along with the answer sheet on completion of the test.
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»» You are not allowed to take away any part of the question booklet or note questions elsewhere. Non-compliance will be
regarded as use of unfair mean.
»» You are NOT ALLOWED to use any device which could assist in calculation such as a calculator, tables, digital watch, mobile
phone, electronic diary, Palm Pilot, etc.
»» There is no negative marking.
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Instructions for Paper-based Entrance Test of BS Mathematics
NUST Entrance Test
The Entrance Test will be held for applicants in the following subjects:
a. Mathematics b. English c. General Awareness
These instructions deal with multiple choice answer sheets, which will be provided for examination. The answer sheets will
have two parts, i.e., personal information and answers. A filled in answer sheet is printed on the next page for illustration and
guidance. Answer sheets are marked through computer, therefore, it is important that the candidates read and understand these
instructions thoroughly before taking the exam. Non-compliance will affect scoring adversely.
PERSONAL INFORMATION (See appropriate block in the specimen answer sheet). Exam superintendent will brief on filling in of
this portion before start of the exam.
»» Clearly write your name in Capital Letters in the box titled FULL NAME. Fill corresponding circles. If the name is longer than
the space provided, fill in as much as fits in the given space. (In the specimen answer sheet, Babar Ajmal is the name of a
candidate).
»» Write your Roll No in the box titled Roll No. (In the specimen answer sheet, the Roll No of the candidate is 273377).
»» In the subject column, use “111” as subject code for BS Mathematics.
»» In the NET Code column, write NET Code written inside the question booklet. (NET Code 003 is marked In the specimen
answer sheet)
»» In the CITY/CENTRE column, use the following codes and fill in the corresponding circles. (In the specimen sheet, KI is
marked for Karachi).
»»
KI: Karachi QA: Quetta MN: Multan
»» Put your date of birth in the column Date of Birth. 11-04-92 is marked as the Date of Birth on the specimen sheet.
»» In the sex column, fill M for male candidates, F for female candidates and O for other candidates. (In the example a male
candidate is marked).
b c d e
»» Some examples of improper marking are shown below:
a b c d e a b c d e a b c d e
(The computer will mark improperly filled circle as wrong answer)
»» Do not mark more than a single circle for an answer choice. Multiple answers for a single question will be regarded as an
unanswered question.
»» If you need to erase an answer, do so clearly/cleanly, using a good quality eraser.
»» Do not bend/fold your answer sheet, make stray marks or mark any area outside the provided circles.
MISCELLANEOUS
»» Answer sheet is to be signed both by the invigilator as well as by the candidate, in respective blocks, with ballpoint pen
only.
»» PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO BRING A CLIPBOARD ALONG.
»» USE 2B lead pencil only. DO NOT USE ink pens, ballpoint pens or felt-tip pens on the answer sheet.
»» You are allowed to bring along clipboard, pencils, eraser and sharpener only.
»» Use your time effectively. Do not spend too much time on one question, otherwise you will run short of time for other
questions.
»» Write your Roll No on the front page of the QUESTION Booklet and the back side of the answer sheet in the given blocks.
Do not write elsewhere.
»» Return the complete questions booklet along with the answer sheet on completion of the test.
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»» You are not allowed to take away any part of the question booklet or note questions elsewhere. Non-compliance will be
regarded as use of unfair mean.
»» You are NOT ALLOWED to use any device which could assist in calculation such as a calculator, tables, digital watch, mobile
phone, electronic diary, Palm Pilot, etc.
»» There is no negative marking.
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Instructions for Paper-based Entrance Test of B Architecture
NUST Entrance Test
The Entrance Test will be held for applicants in the following subjects:
PERSONAL INFORMATION (See appropriate block in the specimen answer sheet). Exam superintendent will brief on filling in of
this portion before start of the exam.
»» Clearly write your name in Capital Letters in the box titled FULL NAME. Fill corresponding circles. If the name is longer than
the space provided, fill in as much as fits in the given space. (In the specimen answer sheet, Babar Ajmal is the name of a
candidate).
»» Write your Roll No in the box titled Roll No. (In the specimen answer sheet, the Roll No of the candidate is 553357).
»» In the subject column, use “333” as subject code for B Arch.
»» In the NET Code column, write NET Code written inside the question booklet. (NET Code 002 is marked In the specimen
answer sheet)
»» In the CITY/CENTRE column, use the following codes and fill in the corresponding circles. (In the specimen sheet, KI is
marked for Karachi).
»» Put your date of birth in the column Date of Birth. 11-04-92 is marked as the Date of Birth on the specimen sheet.
»» In the sex column, fill M for male candidates, F for female candidates and O for other candidates. (In the example a male
candidate is marked).
b c d e
»» Some examples of improper marking are shown below:
a b c d e a b c d e a b c d e
(The computer will mark improperly filled circle as wrong answer)
»» Do not mark more than a single circle for an answer choice. Multiple answers for a single question will be regarded as an
unanswered question.
»» If you need to erase an answer, do so clearly/cleanly, using a good quality eraser.
»» Do not bend/fold your answer sheet, make stray marks or mark any area outside the provided circles.
MISCELLANEOUS
»» Answer sheet is to be signed both by the invigilator as well as by the candidate, in respective blocks, with ballpoint pen
only.
»» PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO BRING A CLIPBOARD ALONG.
»» USE 2B lead pencil only. DO NOT USE ink pens, ballpoint pens or felt-tip pens on the answer sheet.
»» You are allowed to bring along clipboard, pencils, eraser and sharpener only.
»» Use your time effectively. Do not spend too much time on one question, otherwise you will run short of time for other
questions.
»» Write your Roll No on the front page of the QUESTION Booklet and the back side of the answer sheet in the given blocks.
Do not write elsewhere.
»» Return the complete questions booklet along with the answer sheet on completion of the test.
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»» You are not allowed to take away any part of the question booklet or note questions elsewhere. Non-compliance will be
regarded as use of unfair mean.
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Sample Paper - SADA
NUST Entrance Test
»» You are required to add to the shapes and lines to complete the
composition/pattern. You are free to choose the placement of the
objects according to their relative position on the sheet.
»» The pattern must show a basic understanding of colour also. You
must use minimum 2 and maximum 3 colours as part of your
scheme.
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to the four corners of the world, symbolising the quest for spiritual gratification through
knowledge and wisdom.
The NUST Blue is a colour that represents the future. It carries all the characteristics of the
colour blue, like dignity, grace, freshness, professionalism, prudence and resolve.
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National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST),
Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.