The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has officially published the USAT-QAU Answer Keys for the Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT) held on Sunday, 26 July 2026.
The answer keys have been uploaded on the official HEC announcements page and are available in PDF format.
What is the USAT-QAU Test?
The Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT) is conducted by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) through the Education Testing Council (ETC).
For the 26 July 2026 session, the test was organized primarily for students applying to undergraduate programmes at Quaid-i-Azam University.
Official USAT-QAU Answer Key PDFs (26 July 2026)
HEC has uploaded answer keys for all six USAT categories.
Visit the official page:
HEC Official Announcement
Answer Keys for USAT-QAU (26 July 2026)
From this page, you can download PDFs for:
- Pre-Medical
- Pre-Engineering
- Computer Science
- Commerce
- General Science
- Arts & Humanities
Each category contains separate PDFs based on booklet colours such as:
- Blue
- Green
- Pink
- White
- Yellow
Important: Download only the PDF that matches your category and booklet colour.
Direct PDF Download Links
The official page contains all category-wise PDF files.
Official PDF Repository
How to Check Your Expected Score
Follow these steps:
- Download the correct answer key.
- Match every MCQ with your attempted answer.
- Count all correct answers.
- Apply the official marking scheme mentioned in the test instructions.
- Your calculated score will provide an estimate before the official result.
Remember that only the officially declared HEC result will be considered final.
When Will HEC Announce the USAT Result?
HEC generally uploads the official result shortly after releasing the answer keys. Students can check their results through the ETC Result Portal using their CNIC or Roll Number.
Result Portal:
Latest Update for QAU Applicants
After the release of the answer keys, Quaid-i-Azam University announced an important change for the current admission cycle.
According to the university, the HEC USAT requirement has been waived for BS admissions. Students who did not appear in the USAT, or those who did not qualify, may still apply for admission if they meet the remaining eligibility criteria. Applicants should always verify the latest admission requirements on the official QAU admissions portal before submitting their application.
Why Are the Answer Keys Important?
The official answer keys help students:
- Estimate their expected marks.
- Verify their attempted answers.
- Prepare for future HEC admission tests.
- Stay informed about the admission process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these official answer keys?
Yes. The PDFs have been published by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
Where can I download the answer keys?
From the official HEC announcement page.
Can I calculate my result?
Yes. Compare your answers with the official answer key and calculate your expected score.
Is the answer key the final result?
No. The answer key is only for estimation. HEC will separately announce the official result.
Do I still need USAT for QAU admissions?
For the current admission cycle, QAU has USAT prerequisite for BS admissions. However, always check the latest official admission instructions before applying.