The aggregate formula
Aggregate = (Matric % × Matric weight) + (FSc % × FSc weight) + (Test % × Test weight), where the weights add up to 100%. Each percentage is simply obtained marks ÷ total marks × 100.
Example (MDCAT formula)
- Matric 1,050 / 1,200 = 87.50% × 10% = 8.7500
- FSc 1,000 / 1,200 = 83.33% × 40% = 33.3333
- MDCAT 160 / 200 = 80.00% × 50% = 40.0000
- Aggregate = 82.0833%
Common admission formulas
| Admission | Matric | FSc | Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS / BDS (MDCAT, Punjab) | 10% | 40% | 50% |
| NUST (NET) | 10% | 15% | 75% |
Formulas change from year to year and differ between provinces and universities (some also add hafiz-e-Quran marks or use only FSc and test). Always confirm with the official prospectus, and use "Custom weightage" for any other university such as UET, FAST, COMSATS, GIKI or PIEAS.
Using the result
Compare your aggregate with the previous year's closing merit of each college to build a realistic preference list. Closing merit usually moves by a few percent from year to year depending on the difficulty of the test and the number of seats.
Also useful: marks percentage calculator and photo resizer for admission forms.
Frequently asked questions
How is the MDCAT aggregate calculated?
The formula used by UHS and most medical colleges in Punjab has been Matric 10%, FSc 40% and MDCAT 50%. Each part is converted to a percentage, multiplied by its weight, and the three results are added. Admission authorities can change weightage each year, so check the current prospectus.
How is the NUST aggregate calculated?
NUST uses NET 75%, FSc (or Part-I) 15% and Matric (or O-level equivalence) 10% for engineering and computing programmes.
Should I use FSc Part-I or full marks?
If your final result is not yet announced, universities usually use Part-I marks (out of 550) for provisional merit and update it when the final result arrives. Enter whichever marks the admission office is using.
How do O/A-level students calculate aggregate?
O and A-level grades must first be converted into equivalent marks through an IBCC equivalence certificate. Enter the equivalence marks and totals shown on that certificate.
Why do merit lists show 4 decimal places?
Thousands of students have very close scores, so universities rank down to several decimals. The calculator shows four decimals for the same reason.
Last reviewed: October 2026