Aggregate Calculator (MDCAT, ECAT, NUST)
Work out your admission aggregate for medical and engineering universities in Pakistan. Pick MDCAT, UET ECAT, NUST NET or FAST, or set your own weights, then enter your matric, FSc and entry test marks. Leave the test marks empty to see how many you need for a target aggregate.
Result
Enter the details and press the button to see your result.
How to use this calculator
- Choose MDCAT, ECAT, NUST or FAST. The weights and test total fill in by themselves, and you can edit them.
- Enter your matric and FSc obtained and total marks. If your FSc result is not out, many universities use Part 1 marks; enter those with their total.
- Enter your entry test marks, or leave them empty and type a target aggregate to see how many test marks you need.
- Press Calculate aggregate to see your total and the breakdown.
How it is calculated
Aggregate = (Matric % x Matric weight + FSc % x FSc weight + Test % x Test weight) / 100
MDCAT: 10 / 40 / 50 UET ECAT: 17 / 50 / 33 NUST: 10 / 15 / 75 FAST: 10 / 40 / 50
Worked example
- MDCAT student: matric 1080 / 1200 = 90%, FSc 1010 / 1200 = 84.17%, MDCAT 150 / 180 = 83.33%.
- Matric part = 90 x 10% = 9.000. FSc part = 84.17 x 40% = 33.667.
- MDCAT part = 83.33 x 50% = 41.667.
- Aggregate = 9.000 + 33.667 + 41.667 = 84.33%.
How admission aggregates work in Pakistan
Most public medical colleges and engineering universities do not admit on FSc marks alone. They combine matric, intermediate and an entry test into one aggregate, then admit students in merit order until seats are full. The last admitted aggregate is called the closing merit.
The weights differ by test. For MBBS and BDS, the entry test (MDCAT) carries the most weight. UET gives FSc half the weight, while NUST gives its own NET test three quarters of the aggregate. Private universities often use their own formula.
Rules change. Admission bodies such as PMDC, UHS, UET, NUST and FAST can change weights, test totals and bonus marks from year to year. The presets here are the commonly published weights; always check the latest prospectus before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MDCAT aggregate formula?
The common formula is matric 10%, FSc 40% and MDCAT 50%. Check the latest PMDC or university policy for your admission year.
How is UET ECAT aggregate calculated?
UET commonly uses matric 17%, FSc 50% and ECAT 33%. The ECAT total is usually 400 marks.
What is the NUST aggregate formula?
NUST commonly uses NET 75%, FSc 15% and matric 10%.
Can I find the test marks I need?
Yes. Leave the entry test marks empty, enter a target aggregate and press Calculate.
My FSc result is not out. What should I enter?
Many universities use Part 1 marks at the time of applying. Enter Part 1 obtained and total marks.
Is my data saved?
No. Everything is calculated in your browser and nothing is sent or stored.
About the Aggregate Calculator
Every year lakhs of students in Pakistan apply to medical and engineering universities. Admission is given on merit, and merit is decided by an aggregate that mixes matric marks, FSc or equivalent marks and an entry test such as MDCAT, ECAT, NET or the FAST NU test.
This calculator turns your marks into that aggregate using the published weights of each test, and shows how much each part adds. You can also work backwards: enter a target aggregate and leave the test empty to see the test marks you need.
Weights and totals sometimes change. Every preset can be edited, so if a university updates its formula you can type the new weights and keep using the calculator.
Key Terms Explained
Aggregate
A single merit score out of 100 made from matric, FSc and test marks.
Weightage
The share of each part in the aggregate, for example 50% for MDCAT.
Closing merit
The aggregate of the last student admitted to a programme.
MDCAT
Medical and Dental College Admission Test for MBBS and BDS.
ECAT
Engineering College Admission Test taken by UET and other universities.
NET
NUST Entry Test used for NUST engineering, computing and other programmes.
Step-by-Step Guide
Choose the test
MDCAT, ECAT, NUST NET, FAST, or custom weights.
Enter matric marks
Obtained and total, as on your result card.
Enter FSc marks
Full marks if available, or Part 1 with its total.
Enter test marks or a target
Leave the test empty to find the marks you need.
Check the breakdown
See how much each part adds to your aggregate.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Using old weights
Formulas can change; check the current prospectus.
Wrong totals
Matric and FSc totals differ between boards and years.
Mixing Part 1 and full FSc
Use one set of marks with its matching total.
Ignoring hafiz or other bonus rules
Some universities add marks; add them if they apply to you.
Rounding too early
Small decimals decide merit; keep three or four decimals.
Relying on last year's merit
Closing merits move every year.
Practical Tips
Plan your test score
Use the target option to set a realistic test goal.
Apply to several places
Different formulas favour different strengths.
Practise past papers
The entry test usually carries the biggest weight.
Keep documents ready
Result cards, CNIC or B-form and photos.
Watch official notices
Follow PMDC, UHS, UET, NUST and FAST announcements.
Note deadlines
Admission portals close on fixed dates.
Who Uses the Aggregate Calculator
FSc students
Plan entry test targets before MDCAT, ECAT or NET.
Parents
Understand a child's chances in each university.
Academies
Show students where they stand after mock tests.
Counsellors
Compare options across universities quickly.
More Questions
Does O/A level use the same formula?
O and A level marks are first converted through IBCC equivalence, then the same weights are used.
Are there bonus marks for hafiz-e-Quran?
Some universities have given them in the past. Check the current policy.
Can I use this for private medical colleges?
Yes, if they use the national MDCAT formula; otherwise set custom weights.
What MDCAT total should I use?
Use the total of your year's test. The preset is editable.
How accurate is the result?
It is exact for the weights you enter; the official merit list is final.
Can I calculate for COMSATS or other universities?
Yes. Choose Custom weights and enter their formula.
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