The Higher Education Commission has started issuing online roll number slips for candidates applying under the Overseas Scholarship for MS/MPhil Leading to PhD in Selected Fields, Phase III, Batch IV. The test is conducted by HEC’s Education Testing Council.hec+1

Registered applicants should log in to the relevant HEC or ETC portal, download the slip and check their personal details, examination centre and test date.

There is an important date conflict in the currently indexed HEC information: one HEC notice says the test was rescheduled to 19 September 2026, while the scholarship page’s important-dates table shows 27 September 2026. Candidates should treat the date printed on their latest roll number slip and the newest official ETC/HEC notice as decisive.hec+1

HEC HAT test date: verify before travelling

This discrepancy should not be ignored. A candidate should not rely on an old social media post, an earlier calendar or a third-party article.

How to download the HEC HAT roll number slip

1. Open the HEC Overseas Scholarship Phase III page.

2. Follow the latest roll-number-slip or HAT notice.

3. Log in through the linked HEC or ETC portal.

4. Enter the requested CNIC, application number or account details.

5. Open the roll number slip.

6. Check your name, photograph, test category, centre and date.

7. Download and print the slip.

8. Save a digital copy for reference.

If the scholarship portal does not show the slip, candidates should also check the official HEC Education Testing Council portal. The ETC website lists HAT among its tests and provides current test information.hec+1

What information should candidates check?

After downloading the slip, verify:

• Full name.

• CNIC or passport number.

• Photograph.

• Application or roll number.

• HAT category.

• Test date.

• Reporting time.

• Examination centre.

• Venue address.

• Any instructions about permitted items.

If any detail is wrong, contact HEC or ETC through the official support channel immediately. Do not edit the PDF manually.

Who Must Take This HAT?

The test is linked to HEC’s Overseas Scholarship for MS/MPhil Leading to PhD in Selected Fields, Phase III. The scholarship is intended for Pakistani and AJK nationals seeking study opportunities in selected priority fields at highly ranked foreign universities.hec

HEC lists scholarship categories for:

• MS or MPhil.

• PhD.

The programme’s priority areas include digital transformation, energy and climate, agriculture and food security, health and biotechnology, engineering, natural and physical sciences, social sciences, business, governance and strategic interdisciplinary fields.hec

Is HAT compulsory for every applicant?

HEC says selection is based on HAT performance and interview results, subject to quotas and available slots. Only shortlisted candidates who pass the aptitude test are called for interviews.hec

Applicants who hold confirmed unconditional admission for the upcoming semester at a Top 200 QS/THE-ranked university may be exempt from the scholarship test and interview, subject to HEC’s eligibility requirements. Candidates should verify that exemption directly with HEC rather than assuming that an offer letter automatically removes the test requirement.hec

HEC Overseas Scholarship Eligibility Snapshot

The main eligibility points listed by HEC include:

HEC also allows a maximum of one second division before the terminal or final degree, and employees of public-sector universities, colleges, R&D or government organisations must submit an NOC where required.hec

These are programme-level criteria, not proof that every roll-number-slip holder will receive a scholarship. Final selection also depends on HAT, interview, quotas, thematic areas, available slots and host-university requirements.

What to Take to the HAT Test

Candidates should prepare:

• Printed HEC HAT roll number slip.

• Original CNIC or passport, according to the official instructions.

• A transparent clipboard if permitted.

• Required stationery.

• Any other item specifically listed on the slip.

The name and identification details on the roll number slip should match the document presented at the centre. Candidates should reach early because late entry may not be allowed.

The exact permitted-items policy should be taken from the latest HEC/ETC instructions printed on the slip or linked in the official notice.

Last-Minute HAT Preparation

The HAT score remains valid for two years according to HEC. Candidates can use the remaining preparation time for focused practice:hec

• Review analytical reasoning and logic.

• Practise quantitative comparisons and basic calculations.

• Improve reading comprehension speed.

• Solve timed questions without spending too long on one item.

• Review common vocabulary and sentence relationships.

• Complete at least one full-length practice session.

• Sleep properly before the examination.

• Confirm the route to the test centre.

Do not prepare from an unverified paper pattern. Use the HAT category and instructions connected to the candidate’s application.

What If the Slip Is Not Available?

If a registered candidate cannot find the slip:

1. Check the HEC scholarship account.

2. Check the ETC portal.

3. Confirm that the application was successfully submitted.

4. Search the registered email inbox and spam folder.

5. Check the latest HEC announcements.

6. Contact HEC or ETC using official contact information.

7. Keep screenshots of the error and application details.

Candidates should not create a new application merely because a slip is temporarily unavailable.

E-E-A-T Reinforcement

This update uses HEC’s official Overseas Scholarship page and Education Testing Council notices as the primary sources. The official pages currently show conflicting HAT dates—19 September in a rescheduling notice and 27 September in the scholarship date table—so candidates must check the latest issued roll number slip before attending.hec+1

IlmiWorld should update this article as soon as HEC publishes a clear correction or revised schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has HEC released the HAT roll number slip 2026?

Yes. HEC has announced that roll number slips have been issued for the Overseas Scholarship for MS/MPhil Leading to PhD, Phase III, Batch IV.hec+1

How can I download the HEC HAT roll number slip?

Open the official HEC Overseas Scholarship page, follow the latest roll-number-slip notice and log in through the linked HEC or ETC portal. Check the slip carefully and print it.

What is the HEC overseas scholarship HAT test date?

The official HEC pages currently show conflicting information: a notice says 19 September 2026, while the scholarship page’s date table lists 27 September 2026. Candidates must follow the date printed on the latest roll number slip and the newest official HEC/ETC notice.hec+1

Who must appear in this HAT?

Applicants under the Overseas Scholarship for MS/MPhil Leading to PhD, Phase III, Batch IV, who are required to take the aptitude test must appear. Candidates with an eligible confirmed unconditional admission may qualify for an exemption, subject to HEC’s conditions.hec

Is HAT mandatory for HEC overseas scholarships?

HEC uses HAT scores in the selection process, and only shortlisted candidates who pass the test are called for interviews. Specific exemptions may apply to candidates with confirmed unconditional admission who meet the requirements.hec

What should I do if my roll number slip has the wrong information?

Contact HEC or ETC through the official support channel immediately. Do not alter the slip yourself, and keep proof of the error.

What documents are needed at the HAT centre?

Carry the printed roll number slip and the original identification document required in the official instructions. Check the latest slip for centre-specific requirements.

What are the HEC scholarship age limits?

For MS scholarships, HEC lists a maximum age of 30 for applicants who are not eligible public-sector or government employees and 35 for qualifying employees. For PhD scholarships, the listed limits are 35 and 40 respectively.hec

What is the HAT score validity period?

HEC states that the HAT score remains valid for two years.hec

Conclusion

HEC has issued roll number slips for candidates applying under the Overseas Scholarship Phase III, Batch IV HAT. Download and print the slip immediately, then verify the test date because the current HEC pages show conflicting dates of 19 September and 27 September 2026.