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ETEA ECAT MCQs & Admission Test Preparation

Engineering Admissions

About ETEA ECAT (Engineering)

The ETEA Engineering Entry Test (often called ECAT in KP) is conducted by the Educational Testing & Evaluation Agency (ETEA) for admissions to B.Sc. Engineering, Computer Science and Architecture programs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The test evaluates intermediate-level concepts in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Computer Science, and English.

  • Total MCQs: 200 (all compulsory)
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Marking: Equal marks per question with negative marking
  • Conducting Body: ETEA (for UET Peshawar and partner institutions)

Source: ETEA official instructions page (engineering entrance test: 200 MCQs, negative marking, 3 hours).

Paper Composition & Syllabus (2025)

Section-wise composition commonly used for the ETEA Engineering test is shown below. Chemistry can be replaced with Computer Science depending on your HSSC group.

Mathematics — 60 MCQs
Physics — 60 MCQs
Chemistry / Computer Science — 60 MCQs
English — 20 MCQs

Mathematics

Functions Limits, Continuity & Differentiation Derivatives & Applications Integrals Trigonometry Complex Numbers Sequences & Series Probability

Physics

Kinematics & Dynamics Work, Energy & Power Circular Motion & Gravitation Waves & Oscillations Thermodynamics Electrostatics Current & Magnetism Electromagnetic Induction Optics Modern Physics

Chemistry

Atomic Structure Bonding Thermochemistry Equilibrium Electrochemistry Kinetics s/p/d-Block Organic fundamentals to Carboxylic acids

Computer Science

Institutions may allow ICS candidates to opt Computer Science instead of Chemistry. Prepare per your stream.

Number Systems Logic Gates Data Representation Programming Basics OOP concepts Databases Networks

English

Synonyms Antonyms Grammar & Usage Tenses Sentence correction Comprehension

Preparation Resources

Level up your prep with practice MCQs, past papers, and full-length mock tests built for the 200‑MCQ format with negative marking.

ETEA ECAT Past Papers (PDF) Adaptive Mock Tests (200 MCQs) Exam Strategy & Time Management Topic-wise Practice (Math/Phy/Chem/CS/Eng)

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FAQs

Where should I verify ETEA ECAT deadlines and eligibility?

Use the official university or testing body website and the current admission advertisement. MCQsMind provides preparation material only.

How should I start preparing for ETEA ECAT ?

Start with the official syllabus, then practice English, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, general knowledge, and the subject-specific areas listed for this test.