In this blog post, we will explain What is NTS National Testing Service. NTS is an organization in Pakistan that conducts standardized tests for admissions, scholarships, and recruitment. National Testing Service was established as a project in 2002, which was part of the National Education Policy of the Govt. of Pakistan. National Testing Service offers two categories of assessments: national and international tests. National Testing Service serves TOEIC, Community, Educator Licensure Assessments, Higher Education Community, English Teachers, and Employers of different organizations.
NTS Tests Type
NTS has developed the following tests.
- National Aptitude Test (NAT-I & II) for undergraduate programs
- Graduate Assessment Test-General (GAT-General)
- Graduate Assessment Test-Subject (GAT-Subject)
- Law Graduate Assessment Test (LAW-GAT)
- National Teachers Database Program (NTDP)
National Aptitude Test
National Aptitude Test (NAT) is for admissions in NTS™ associated universities / DAIs (degree awarding institutes). The candidates will appear in a single test only and will stand eligible for admission to all universities in the respective subject group. The result of the NAT test will be valid for 1 year only. The complete list of NAT-associated universities can be viewed at the official website of NTS.
The NAT test will be conducted in 2 categories: Category 1 consists of six types of papers for candidates having 12 years of education. Category 2 consists of five types of papers for candidates having 14 years of education. The complete procedure to apply for the NAT test and syllabus relative to the subject can easily be found on the National Testing Service website.
Graduate Assessment Test-General
Graduate Assessment Test GAT-GENERAL is for admissions in MS / M.Phil. programs. The test result will remain valid for “TWO YEARS” for admissions. Candidates with a minimum of sixteen years of education are eligible to appear in the test. Candidates intending to improve their previous GAT scores can also apply. GAT test is conducted in 4 categories Category A, Category B, Category C, and Category D.
Graduate Assessment Test-Subject
The Graduate Assessment Test GAT-SUBJECT is for Ph.D. programs. The same test may be used for recruitment of graduates. The test result will remain valid for “TWO YEARS” for admissions. Candidates with a minimum of eighteen (18) years of education are eligible to appear in the test. Candidates intending to improve their previous GAT scores can also apply. The candidates will have to meet other specified criteria of the universities.
Candidates seeking admission to Ph.D. programs can visit https://www.nts.org.pk/new/GAT-S.php to get information regarding the schedule of tests, paper patterns, and how to register.
National Testing Service Other Tests
NTS conducts other tests also like the Law Graduate Assessment Test (LAW-GAT), the National Teachers Database Program (NTDP), the Medical Representatives Certification Program (MRCP), customized tests, TOEIC-L&RTOEIC-S&W, TOEIC Bridge, WorkFORCE® Assessment for Job Fit, WorkFORCE® Assessment for Career Development.
WorkFORCE® Training for Career Development, WorkFORCE® Assessment for Cognitive Ability, WorkFORCE® Training for Cognitive Ability, WorkFORCE® Assessment for Career Interest, and TFI. All necessary information regarding these tests is available on the official website of NTS.
Application Procedure for NTS National Testing Service Vacancies
The candidate is required to register to appear in the respective test as scheduled by NTS™. The registration process is given below: Register (one time only) to the NTS online Registration Portal https://portal.nts.org.pk/. Upload a recent photograph in the NTS online Registration Portal. -Apply for the latest NAT test in the list of projects announced in the NTS online Registration Portal.
Download the NAT bank deposit slip from the NTS online Registration Portal https://portal.nts.org.pk/ (The Bank deposit slip is available on the NTS online Registration Portal only). Deposit Rs. 1510/- (Rupees One Thousand Five Hundred & Ten Only) for NAT test via 1Link 1Bill Participating Banks/ATM/Internet Banking/Mobile Banking/EasyPaisa/Jazz Cash/TCS Express Counters. (See bank service charges on deposit slip).
NTS Roll Number Slip
Candidates can get Roll Number slips by following this procedure:
- Visit the official website of the National Testing Service and head over to the “List of Candidates Section” in the Home tab.
- Choose your respective test Enter your CNIC Number and the captcha code and click on the “Search” button.
- Your Roll Number slip will be on the screen.
- Candidates will not be allowed to sit in the examination hall without a roll number slip.
NTS Answer Keys
Answer Keys are the correct answer sheets of tests conducted by NTS. Candidates can verify their chosen answers in the test by cross-checking the Answer Keys uploaded on the official website of NTS. Candidates must visit the “Results” section and click on the respective test. Choose the book Color: Green, Pink, White, or Yellow according to your Test book. Each book color has a different pattern of questions and answers.
How To Check NTS Results
To view the results of conducted tests, Candidates have to visit the NTS website and choose their respective test. Sign up on the candidate portal by entering the “Login-ID” and Password. The result of the given test will be available on the candidate portal. Download the result by clicking on the download button.
NTS National Testing Service Merit Lists
Candidates can view the merit list by clicking the Merit List section on the NTS website and choosing their respective Test and City. A merit List of your interests will pop up. Understanding the merit list is an important part of the admission process.
National Testing Service Fee Structure of Tests
The fee structure of tests conducted by the National Testing Service varies depending on the type of test and its purpose (e.g., academic admissions, recruitment, scholarships). Here is an overview of the typical fee structure for different National Testing Service tests: The fee for NAT is 700-1000 rupees. The GAT fee is 1000-1500 rupees. The Recruitment Tests also have different fee structures.
NTS National Testing Service Test Preparation
Preparing for a National Testing Service test requires a structured approach, focusing on both understanding the format of the test and mastering the subject matter. National Testing Service offers various tests (NAT, GAT, recruitment tests, etc.), each with a different structure. Make sure you know the specific test you are taking and its format. Download the syllabus of respective tests from the National Testing Service website. For the preparation of National Testing Service tests, several good books are present.
National Testing Service Contact Details
It is for your information that the NTS Call Center is now globally activated. You can contact the National Testing Service at the number given below for all your queries and concerns. This number is operational. You can now contact us through this number and all other numbers for info/query are inactivated with immediate effect all over Pakistan.
- Phone Number: +92-51-844-444-1
- Website: www.nts.org.pk
- Email: query@nts.org.pk
- Address: Plot # 96, Street # 4, H-8/1, Islamabad