HEC Opens Registration for USAT 2026 Across Pakistan

Meanwhile, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has opened online registration for the Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT), scheduled for December 13, 2026, throughout Pakistan.

Key points

• The registration process opened on November 8, 2026, and interested candidates can apply online until November 22, 2026.
• Students who have completed their Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or an equivalent qualification involving 12 years of education can apply for USAT.
• Other categories include USAT-E for Pre-Engineering, USAT-GS for General Science, and USAT-M for Pre-Medical students.
• The categories include USAT-A for Arts and Humanities, USAT-COM for Commerce, and USAT-CS for Computer Science.
• According to the official announcement, HEC's Education Testing Council (ETC) is conducting the test for students seeking admission to undergraduate degree programs at Pakistani universities.

Notably, the registration process opened on November 8, 2026, and interested candidates can apply online until November 22, 2026. HEC Announces Mandatory Skill Test for CS and IT Students.

Candidates who have appeared in their final HSSC examinations and are awaiting their results can additionally register.

Applicants must select the relevant test category according to their academic background and the admission requirements of their chosen university. HEC USAT 2026 Test Categories.

HEC will conduct the Undergraduate Studies Admission Test in six categories for students from different academic backgrounds.

Meanwhile, the categories include USAT-A for Arts and Humanities, USAT-COM for Commerce, and USAT-CS for Computer Science.

Candidates should select the category that matches their intended degree program and the university's admission policy. How to Obtain PM Youth Loan Up to Rs. 25 Million. Passing Marks and Score Validity.

HEC has set the minimum qualifying score for USAT at 50 marks out of 100.

Meanwhile, the test score will remain valid for two years. Students can employ their scores when applying to universities that accept USAT for undergraduate admissions.

Meanwhile, the score is additionally valid for two years for HEC undergraduate scholarship applications, subject to the relevant scholarship requirements.

Nevertheless, passing USAT does not guarantee university admission. Universities will assess applicants according to their admission policies and merit requirements. How to Apply for HEC USAT December 2026.

Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official ETC registration portal at.

Applicants must register on the portal, complete their personal and academic information, and select the relevant USAT category.

After completing the registration form, candidates must submit their applications. HEC will only consider submitted applications and will not accept forms left in draft or incomplete status.

Applicants must pay the test fee through the 1Link/1Bill invoice payment service using the consumer number generated by the portal.

After making the payment, candidates must select the Verify Online Payment option on their ETC dashboard. Visit EduNation to find scholarships from worldwide. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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Taken together, the developments around HEC Opens Registration for USAT 2026 Across Pakistan point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.