FAST Aggregate Calculator (NUCES Merit)
Work out your FAST-NUCES aggregate for computing, business or engineering programmes.
How the FAST aggregate is calculated
FAST-NUCES (National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences) uses two sets of weights. Computing and business programmes give half of the weight to the admission test. Engineering programmes follow the Pakistan Engineering Council pattern, which gives more weight to intermediate marks. Choose the tab for your programme.
| Programmes | Admission test | Intermediate (HSSC) | Matric (SSC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing (CS, AI, SE, Data Science, Cyber Security) and business | 50% | 40% | 10% |
| Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Civil) | 33% | 50% | 17% |
Formula: aggregate = (matric % × matric weight) + (intermediate % × intermediate weight) + (admission test % × test weight).
Worked examples
Matric 950 out of 1,100, intermediate 950 out of 1,100 and an admission test score of 65 out of 100.
Computing and business (10/40/50):
- Matric: 950 ÷ 1,100 × 10 = 8.64
- Intermediate: 950 ÷ 1,100 × 40 = 34.55
- Admission test: 65 ÷ 100 × 50 = 32.50
- Aggregate: 75.68%
Engineering (17/50/33):
- Matric: 950 ÷ 1,100 × 17 = 14.68
- Intermediate: 950 ÷ 1,100 × 50 = 43.18
- Admission test: 65 ÷ 100 × 33 = 21.45
- Aggregate: 79.31%
How your test score changes the aggregate
| Admission test score | 70% in Matric and Inter | 80% in Matric and Inter | 90% in Matric and Inter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50% (50 out of 100) | 60.00% | 65.00% | 70.00% |
| 60% (60 out of 100) | 65.00% | 70.00% | 75.00% |
| 70% (70 out of 100) | 70.00% | 75.00% | 80.00% |
| 80% (80 out of 100) | 75.00% | 80.00% | 85.00% |
| 90% (90 out of 100) | 80.00% | 85.00% | 90.00% |
Things to know
- Accepted tests: FAST takes its own admission test, the SAT, or an NTS NAT score. Enter the score and the total marks of the test you are using.
- Intermediate marks: HSSC Part I and II are used, or Part I alone if the Part II result is not available.
- Eligibility: engineering needs at least 60% in both matric and intermediate. Computing needs 60% in matric and 50% in intermediate, with mathematics.
- Pre-medical students: those who have passed additional mathematics, or are awaiting that result, can apply to computing programmes.
O Level and A Level students
Grades cannot be entered directly. Get your equivalence from IBCC first, then enter the equivalence marks and total in the Matric and Intermediate boxes.
What this estimate leaves out
- Closing merit: your aggregate only tells you where you stand. Whether it is enough depends on the closing merit of the programme and campus, which changes every year.
- Quotas and reserved seats: these are handled outside this formula.
- Rule changes: universities can change their weights between admission cycles. Confirm the current formula on the university’s admissions page before you rely on the result.
Formula last reviewed in November 2026. This is an estimate and not an admission decision.
How to cite this page
CalcPulse. (2026). FAST Aggregate Calculator. https://calcpulse.com/fast-aggregate-calculator-pakistan/
Sources
The rates and rules on this page were checked against these official sources.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate my FAST aggregate?
For computing and business, add 10% of your matric percentage, 40% of your intermediate percentage and 50% of your test percentage. For engineering the weights are 17%, 50% and 33%.
What is the FAST merit formula for BS Computer Science?
Admission test 50%, intermediate (HSSC) 40% and matric (SSC) 10%.
What is the FAST merit formula for engineering?
Admission test 33%, intermediate (HSSC) 50% and matric (SSC) 17%.
Can I use NAT or SAT instead of the FAST test?
Yes. FAST accepts its own admission test, the SAT or an NTS NAT score. Enter the score and total of the test you took.
Does FAST use FSc Part I marks?
Yes. If the Part II result is not available, Part I marks are used for the intermediate share.
What are the minimum marks for FAST?
Engineering needs at least 60% in matric and intermediate. Computing needs 60% in matric and 50% in intermediate.
Last reviewed and updated by the CalcPulse team