The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan has announced the HAT Test Result 2026 here on its official site of the Education Testing Council (ETC) at etc.hec.gov.pk. If you attended the HAT (Higher Education Aptitude Test) for admissions in MS, M.Phil or PhD or even if you were there for an HEC scholarship. Then this is what you are searching for: HEC HAT Result, Answer key download, merit list updates and “how to check result online using CNIC number” Or roll numbers.
HEC HAT Test 2026 Result Key Details
| Conducting Authority | Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan – ETC |
| Test Name | Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) |
| Test Types | HAT-MS, HAT-PhD, HAT-General, HAT-UGSS, HAT-UGM, HAT-UG-E |
| Latest Test Dates | February 1, 2026 |
| Passing Marks | 50 out of 100 |
| Official Website | etc.hec.gov.pk | hec.gov.pk |
| Result Check Method | CNIC or Roll Number / Ticket Number |
| Result Date | February 20, 2026 |
How to Check HEC HAT Test Result 2025 Online
You can follow these easy steps to check your HEC HAT result online on the official ETC portal:
- Visit the official HEC ETC website: etc.hec.gov.pk
- Click on the “Results” section.
- Select the relevant test HAT-MS, HAT-PhD, or HAT-General and the test date.
- Enter your CNIC number (without dashes) or your Roll Number.
- Click “Submit” or “Check Result”.
- Download or print your result.
Note: The result of HEC HAT is normally announced after 3–4 weeks. The keys are mostly uploaded within 3–5 days after the exam.
HEC HAT Answer Key 2026 – Download by Paper Color
These five HEC ETC answer key colours correspond with the different paper sets of HAT test given on the date of examination. You can use these answer keys to calculate your score until the final result gets declared.
- Blue Paper Answer Key
- Green Paper Answer Key
- Pink Paper Answer Key
- White Paper Answer Key
- Yellow Paper Answer Key
How to get the answer key: Go to etc.hec.gov.pk gov.pk, visit Answer Keys and then click on your test category (HAT-MS, HAT-PhD, HAT-General etc.) for which you are required color paper. Compare your response with to find out what the estimated score.
HEC HAT Merit List 2026
The HEC HAT Merit List 2026 will be uploaded at the official ETC website after the result announcement. The list of merits carries the names and roll numbers of those candidates only who have scored 50 or more marks (the least passing mark) and are qualified for MS/M.Phil. /PhD admissions or HEC scholarships.
Candidates passing the HAT Test can utilise their scorecard for 2 years to apply for university admissions and scholarships of HEC such as Common wealth (UK), Hungary, China & other international programmes.
HAT Result – February 1, 2026
The HAT-MS/HAT-PhD examinations took place on 1st February, 2026. ETC has released the answer keys for five categories so far. Aspirants can download their category-wise answer key on etc.hec.gov.pk. The end result should come within 3-4 weeks.
What is the HEC HAT Test?
The Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) is a university entrance test that is organised by the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan through its constituent body Education Testing Council and conducted across Pakistan. Students who are required to meet this requirement:
- Apply for MS / M.Phil. admissions in Pakistani Govt or private universities who accept HAT score.
- Apply for admission in PhD programs at all universities of Pakistan.
- Apply for HEC (Local & Foreign) Scholarships.
There are three sections in the HAT test: English, Math, and Intelligence. Category specific knowledge is also being examined.
HAT Test Categories
- HAT-1: Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics
- HAT-2: Social Sciences, Management Sciences, Economics
- HAT-3: Arts, Humanities, Islamic Studies, Mass Communication
- HAT-4: Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences, Biological & Medical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Education
- HAT-General: Commerce, Arts, Islamic Studies, Mass Communication, Religious Studies (Madrasa Graduates)