Have a nice Sunday morning. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan has announced the complete HEC USAT Registration schedule for 2026 for admission to undergraduate programmes at Pakistani universities. This schedule has officially been announced by the Higher Education Commission through its Education Testing Council (ETC). The HEC USAT Registration schedule 2026 is published on March 15, 2026. The last date for online registration is March 30, 2026.

 The Education Testing Council (ETC) conducts the Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT) for students seeking admission to undergraduate degree programs at universities across Pakistan.

The HEC USAT Registration 2026 process is now open, and students planning to apply to universities are encouraged to complete their registration before the deadline.

HEC USAT Registration 2026 – Short Overview

Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT)

The Education Testing Council (ETC) under the Higher Education Commission conducts the USAT test for students seeking admission to undergraduate programs in Pakistani universities.

After passing the test, students can use their HEC USAT score for university admissions according to each university’s admission policy.

The test is conducted several times a year in major cities of Pakistan.

Test Categories and Academic Streams

USAT is conducted in six different categories according to academic streams. Students must choose the category that matches their academic background.

Test Categories

Students can register in any category depending on the admission requirements of the university and their academic background.

Test Schedule

The official USAT Test Date and registration timeline announced by HEC are given below:

• Registration Start Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026

• Last Date for Online Registration: Monday, March 30, 2026

• USAT Test Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026

The registration portal will remain open during the registration period. Any change in the USAT Test Date will be announced on the official websites of HEC and ETC.

Who Can Apply for USAT?

Students meeting the following criteria can apply for HEC USAT Registration:

• Students who have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or equivalent 12-year education.

• Students who have appeared in the final HSSC examinations and are waiting for their results.

• Candidates who intend to apply for undergraduate programs in Pakistani universities.

These students can take the test to improve their chances of admission to universities.

Which Category to Apply for?

Students must carefully select the category that matches their academic background and future study plan.

For example:

• Students from Pre-Medical background should select USAT-M

• Students from Pre-Engineering background should select USAT-E

• Commerce students should select USAT-COM

• Computer science students should select USAT-CS

• Arts and humanities students should select USAT-A

Once a category is selected during HEC USAT Registration, it cannot be changed later, so applicants must choose carefully.

Important Instructions for Applicants

Applicants must follow the instructions mentioned by HEC during registration and the test process:

• Candidates will not be allowed to sit in the test if there is any mismatch between CNIC and application data.

• Candidates who register using CNIC of parents or relatives will not be allowed to take the test.

• Test fee must be submitted through 1Link / 1Bill invoice payment services.

• After submitting the fee, applicants must verify the payment online through the ETC dashboard.

• Roll number slips will be available for download on the ETC website before the test.

• Students will receive SMS and email notifications regarding their roll number slip.

• Applicants must bring the printed roll number slip and original CNIC or B-Form on the test day.

• Mobile phones, calculators, recording devices, and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the test center.

How to Apply for HEC USAT Registration

Follow these steps to complete your HEC USAT Registration 2026:

1. Visit the official ETC website https://etc.hec.gov.pk/

2. If you have not registered on the ETC website, first create an account using your CNIC or B-Form

3. Log in and fill out the online application form carefully

4. Select the appropriate USAT category

5. Generate the 1Link / 1Bill invoice for the test fee

6. Pay the fee through bank or mobile banking services

7. Verify the payment on the ETC dashboard

8. Submit your application before the deadline

Only submitted applications will be considered. Applications saved in incomplete mode will not be processed.