NUST Aggregate Calculator (NET Merit)
Work out your NUST aggregate from matric, FSc and NET marks, and the NET score you need.
How the NUST aggregate is calculated
NUST builds its merit list from three results: the NUST Entry Test (NET), your intermediate marks and your matric marks. The weights are 75% NET, 15% intermediate and 10% matric. The NET is marked out of 200.
Formula: aggregate = (matric % × 0.10) + (FSc % × 0.15) + (NET % × 0.75).
| Part | Weight | Marks used |
|---|---|---|
| NUST Entry Test (NET) | 75% | Score ÷ 200 |
| Intermediate (HSSC), A Level or equivalent, or HSSC Part I | 15% | Obtained ÷ total |
| Matric (SSC) or O Level | 10% | Obtained ÷ total |
Worked example
Matric 950 out of 1,100, FSc 950 out of 1,100 and a NET score of 140 out of 200:
- Matric: 950 ÷ 1,100 × 10 = 8.64
- Intermediate: 950 ÷ 1,100 × 15 = 12.95
- NET: 140 ÷ 200 × 75 = 52.50
- Aggregate: 74.09%
How your NET score changes the aggregate
| NET score | 70% in Matric and Inter | 80% in Matric and Inter | 90% in Matric and Inter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50% (100 out of 200) | 55.00% | 57.50% | 60.00% |
| 60% (120 out of 200) | 62.50% | 65.00% | 67.50% |
| 70% (140 out of 200) | 70.00% | 72.50% | 75.00% |
| 80% (160 out of 200) | 77.50% | 80.00% | 82.50% |
| 90% (180 out of 200) | 85.00% | 87.50% | 90.00% |
The NET decides most of the result. Every extra 10 NET marks adds 3.75 points to the aggregate, while a 10 point rise in your FSc percentage adds only 1.5.
Things to know
- Best NET score: NUST holds the NET in several series, and you can sit more than one. Enter your best score.
- Eligibility: NUST asks for at least 60% marks in both matric and intermediate before your aggregate is ranked.
- SAT route: applicants on SAT or ACT basis are ranked with the same 75/15/10 split, using the SAT or ACT in place of the NET.
- Part I marks: if your Part II result is not out, HSSC Part I marks are used.
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). NUST Aggregate Calculator. https://calcpulse.com/nust-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 NUST aggregate?
Multiply your matric percentage by 0.10, your FSc percentage by 0.15 and your NET percentage by 0.75, then add them.
What is the NUST merit formula?
75% NUST Entry Test, 15% intermediate (or Part I) and 10% matric.
What are the total marks of the NET?
The NUST Entry Test is marked out of 200.
How much does 10 NET marks add to my aggregate?
With a 75% weight and 200 total marks, 10 NET marks add 3.75 points to the aggregate.
Does NUST use FSc Part I marks?
Yes, Part I marks are used when the Part II result has not been announced.
What NET score do I need for NUST?
It depends on the programme and campus. Enter your target aggregate in the calculator to see the NET score you need with your matric and FSc marks.
Last reviewed and updated by the CalcPulse team