Postgraduate admission tests
GAT (Graduate Assessment Test)
A test used for graduate admissions and some scholarships in Pakistan.
About GAT (Graduate Assessment Test)
- Mainly relevant in
- Pakistan
- Who it is for
- Graduates applying to postgraduate programmes that ask for the Graduate Assessment Test.
- Before you start
- A completed or nearly completed bachelor's degree and knowledge of your field. Check the organiser's website for the current format, dates and rules.
- Typical length
- Preparation is usually planned over several weeks before the test date.
The Graduate Assessment Test is used by many Pakistani universities for master's-level and research degree admissions, and some funding schemes ask for it. It generally tests analytical, quantitative and verbal reasoning, and there are versions for general and subject-specific use. Format, dates, fees and syllabus can change from year to year, so always check the organiser's current information before you register.
Check the official source
This page is a general introduction. Dates, fees, formats and syllabuses are set by the organiser and change over time, so check the official website before you register or buy materials. GAT (Graduate Assessment Test) official website (opens in a new tab). Our summary was last checked in October 2026.
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