NUST vs UET vs FAST: same marks, different aggregate

Each university weighs Matric, Intermediate, and entry-test marks differently. A student scoring 90% Matric, 80% Intermediate, and 70% on their entry test gets a different aggregate at each — sometimes enough to change which one they clear merit for.

University	Matric weight	Intermediate weight	Test weight	Aggregate at 90/80/70
NUST	10%	15%	75%	73.50%
UET Lahore	17%	50%	33%	78.40%
FAST-NUCES	17%	50%	33%	78.40%

Why this matters for test prep

A university that weighs the entry test heavily rewards strong test prep even if your board percentage is average; one that weighs Matric/Intermediate heavily rewards consistent board performance over a single test day. Knowing which formula your target university uses should shape where you put your remaining prep time. Run your own marks and the full formula list — including PIEAS, GIKI, and NUMS — on the University Merit / Aggregate Calculator.

Formula weightage is marked provisional site-wide and re-verified each admissions cycle — see the sourcing notes on the rates reference page. Always confirm against the institution's own current prospectus before relying on this for a decision.