# NTS Past Papers & Exam Preparation: Syllabus, Pattern & Solved MCQs | TestPrep

> Prepare for National Testing Service (NAT & GAT) (NTS) in Pakistan. Verified syllabus breakdown, 90 MCQs paper pattern, passing criteria, eligibility rules, and solved past papers.

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NTS Official Syllabus Hub
- [National Testing Service - Pakistan](https://www.nts.org.pk)

# National Testing Service (NAT & GAT) (NTS)

National Testing Service (NTS) administers the National Aptitude Test (NAT) for undergraduate admissions, Graduate Assessment Test (GAT General) for MS/MPhil programs, GAT Subject for PhD programs, and extensive government recruitment tests.

Total Questions 90 MCQs

Time Allowed 120 Minutes

Negative Marking None

Passing Marks 50% (50 marks threshold for scholarship eligibility)

Subject Weightage & Syllabus Breakdown

## NTS Examination Syllabus by Topic

Click on any subject below to practice verified solved MCQs matching this test syllabus:

- [Verbal Reasoning (English) 25-30% Analogies, sentence completion, antonyms, synonyms, and reading comprehension passages.](https://test-prep.blog/categories/english-mcqs)
- [Quantitative Reasoning (Math) 25-35% Arithmetic, basic algebra, geometry, ratios, percentages, and data interpretation.](https://test-prep.blog/categories/maths-mcqs)
- [Analytical Reasoning 20-25% Deductive logic, seating arrangements, group distribution, and sequential puzzles.](https://test-prep.blog/categories/analytical-reasoning-mcqs)
- [Subject Knowledge 20-30% Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, Computer Science, or Arts subjects depending on test category.](https://test-prep.blog/categories/everyday-science-mcqs)

Original Solved Papers

## NTS Solved Past Papers Archives

Solved multiple choice questions from previous original examinations with detailed answer keys:

- [Analogies & Pair of Words Solved Archive](https://test-prep.blog/categories/related-pair-of-wordsanalogy)
- [Quantitative Mathematics Solved Archive](https://test-prep.blog/categories/maths-mcqs)
- [Analytical Reasoning Solved Archive](https://test-prep.blog/categories/analytical-reasoning-mcqs)

Recommended Study Approach

## How to Score High in NTS

- Master word analogies: Understand whether the relationship is part-to-whole, degree, cause-and-effect, or antonymic.
- Learn mental math tricks for percentage changes and ratios to answer quantitative questions under 45 seconds.
- Draw grid diagrams when tackling complex analytical reasoning logic puzzles.

Frequently Asked Questions

## NTS Test Queries & Answers

### How long is an NTS GAT General score valid?

NTS GAT General and NAT test scores remain officially valid for two (2) years from the date of the test.

### How many times can I attempt NTS tests in a year?

There is no limit on test attempts. You can re-take the test every month until you achieve your desired percentile score.

### Eligibility Criteria

Required Qualification:

NAT: Intermediate (12 years). GAT General: 16 years education. GAT Subject: 18 years education.

Age Limit & Relaxation:

No general age limit for university admission tests.

Domicile & Quotas:

Open nationwide to all Pakistani citizens and overseas aspirants.

- [Check Age Eligibility Tool →](https://test-prep.blog/tools/age-calculator)

Simulated Practice

### Take NTS Timed Mock

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- [Start NTS Practice Quiz](https://test-prep.blog/quiz/smart?category=english-mcqs)

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