Getting into NUST Business School is highly competitive, and your admission depends on both your academic record and your performance in the NUST Entry Test (NET). Once the tests are complete, NUST releases results and publishes merit lists to determine which applicants are offered admission. Understanding how results are announced, how merit is calculated, and how to confirm admission will help you stay ahead in the process.

After each NET session, results are uploaded on the NUST Undergraduate Admission Portal. Students log in with their registration number and password to view their scores.

Final admission results, however, are released after the last NET session (NET III). At that stage, NUST compiles all applications, aggregates scores, and publishes merit lists for each program.

• Test Results: Available within days on the portal.
• Final Merit Lists: Usually published by July or early August before classes begin in September.

NUST uses a weighted formula to calculate merit for undergraduate admissions:

• 75% – NUST Entry Test (NET)
• 15% – Intermediate/F.Sc. or equivalent
• 10% – Matric/O-Levels or equivalent

For A-Level and international students, IBCC equivalence is mandatory, and the same formula applies.

This calculation ensures that while NET carries the highest weight, consistent academic performance also contributes to final merit.

Use this NUST Aggregate Calculator to find out your merit score

NUST issues multiple merit lists each year to fill all available seats:

• 1st Merit List: Announced first; selected candidates must confirm admission within a given deadline (usually a few days).
• 2nd Merit List: Released if some students fail to confirm their seats from the first list.
• 3rd Merit List: Announced if seats remain unfilled after the second round.

Each list comes with a last date to deposit fees and submit documents. Failure to comply results in cancellation of the offer, and the seat is offered to the next candidate in line.

Also explore merit lists for engineering programs here.

Closing merit positions vary each year depending on applicant performance and available seats. For reference:

• In 2024, the closing merit positions were approximately:
  • BBA: 770
  • BS Accounting & Finance: 1089
  • BS Economics: 1469

Applicants should aim to secure a NET score high enough to comfortably fall within these ranges, as competition remains strong every year.

Once your name appears on the merit list, you must complete the following steps:

1. Download Provisional Selection Letter from the admissions portal.
2. Pay Admission Dues within the given timeframe. This includes admission fee, security deposit, and first semester’s tuition.
3. Submit Required Documents to the Registrar’s Directorate:
   • Matric/O-Level certificate
   • Intermediate/A-Level certificate (with IBCC equivalence if applicable)
   • CNIC/Form-B/NICOP
   • Paid challan copy
4. Original Documents Verification: At the time of joining classes, students must present original certificates for verification.

If you fail to complete these steps within the deadline, your admission offer will be cancelled.

After all lists are finalized, admitted students go through:

• Course Registration: Assigned academic advisors help students select first semester courses.
• Student ID & Access Cards: Issued for campus access and library use.
• Orientation Program: NUST organizes sessions to familiarize new students with campus facilities, academic expectations, and code of conduct.

Classes for the new academic session typically begin in September.

NUST Business School’s results and merit list process is transparent and structured. With NET scores carrying the most weight, strong preparation is essential. Once selected, students must act quickly to confirm admission by paying dues and submitting documents. Staying updated with official announcements ensures you don’t miss deadlines and secures your place in one of Pakistan’s most prestigious business schools.

How is merit calculated at NUST?
Merit is calculated as 75% NET score, 15% Intermediate marks, and 10% Matric marks.

When will NUST merit list 2025 be announced?
Merit lists are usually published in July or early August after the NET-III session.

How many merit lists does NUST release?
Typically, three merit lists are released until all seats are filled.

What was the closing merit for NUST Business School in 2024?
The closing merit position was around 770 for BBA, 1089 for BS Accounting & Finance, and 1469 for BS Economics.

What should I do if my name appears on the merit list?
Download the provisional letter, pay your admission dues, and submit the required documents before the deadline.

What happens if I miss the fee submission deadline?
Your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate in the following merit list.

Do A-Level students compete on the same merit formula?
Yes, A-Level students must obtain IBCC equivalence and are evaluated using the same 75-15-10 formula.

When do classes start after admissions?
New sessions usually start in September after the merit list process concludes.