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About NAT-IIB (Biological Sciences)

The National Aptitude Test – Biological Sciences (NAT-IIB) is conducted by the National Testing Service (NTS) for admission to Biology, Life Sciences and related undergraduate programs at NTS-associated universities in Pakistan. One score can be used for multiple universities within the same subject group. Your NAT result remains valid for one year.

  • Total MCQs: 90
  • Duration: 120 minutes
  • Paper Groups: English, Analytical, Quantitative, and Subject (Biological Sciences Group)
  • Result Validity: 1 year

Pattern aligned with NTS NAT groups (structure & validity).

Paper Composition & Syllabus (NAT-IIB)

The Subject part for NAT-IIB focuses on core pre-medical sciences. A balanced distribution commonly used is Biology (10), Chemistry (10), and Physics (10) within the Subject section (30 MCQs total).

English — 20 MCQs
Analytical Reasoning — 20 MCQs
Quantitative (Math) — 20 MCQs
Subject (Bio Group) — 30 MCQs

English – Topic Split (20)

Sentence Completion — 5
Analogy — 3
Antonym — 4
Comprehension — 5
Synonym — 3

Analytical – Topic Split (20)

Scenario Based — 12
Statements Based — 8

Quantitative – Topic Split (20)

Arithmetic — 13
Algebra — 4
Geometry — 3

Subject (Biological Sciences) – Topic Split (30)

Biology — 10
Chemistry — 10
Physics — 10
Biology micro-outline: Cell biology (3), Genetics & evolution (3), Human physiology (2), Ecology (2).
Chemistry micro-outline: Atomic structure & bonding (3), Physical chemistry (3), Organic basics (4).
Physics micro-outline: Mechanics (3), Waves & optics (3), Electricity & magnetism (4).

Overall distribution: English 20, Analytical 20, Quantitative 20, Subject 30 (Bio 10, Chem 10, Phy 10). Time allowed: 120 minutes.

Marking & Validity

  • Marks: Universities often scale NAT to a 100-mark scorecard although the paper has 90 MCQs.
  • Negative marking: NAT generally does not use negative marking; follow the instructions printed on your booklet/admit card.
  • Result validity: 1 year from the test date.

Preparation Resources

Build speed on arithmetic, master logic puzzles, and review FA/FSc-level Biology, Chemistry, and Physics high-yield concepts. Practice with integrated MCQs that mix bio-chem-phy.

NAT-IIB Past Papers (PDF) Adaptive Mock Tests (90 MCQs / 120 min) High-Yield Bio/Chem/Phy Formula Sheets Topic-wise Practice (Eng/Anal/Quant/Bio/Chem/Phy)

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FAQs

Where should I verify NAT-IIB 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 NAT-IIB ?

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