GAT (Qudrat) exam guide for Saudi students

By Achieve — built by Saudi students, for Saudi students. Last updated: 2026-07-01.

What is the GAT (Qudrat) exam?

The General Aptitude Test (GAT), known as اختبار القدرات العامة (Qudrat), is a standardized exam used in Saudi university admissions with GPA and often SAAT in the Mawzoonah weighted score.

GAT sections: quantitative and verbal

Quantitative covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation. Verbal covers Arabic reading comprehension, analogy, and sentence completion. Both reward timed accuracy.

How GAT scoring works

Raw correct answers are converted to a scaled score comparable across sittings. Universities publish how GAT enters each major’s Mawzoonah formula.

Registration, fees, and exam dates

Confirm sessions, fees, and ID rules on official Qiyas-related channels before booking. Plan enough prep time between registration and the test date.

How to prepare for GAT

Diagnose weak skills, drill targeted sets, then run full timed simulations. Achieve provides GAT practice modules and an exam simulator for that loop.

Frequently asked questions

What does GAT stand for?

GAT stands for General Aptitude Test, widely known in Saudi Arabia as Qudrat.

Is GAT required for Saudi universities?

Most pathways use GAT in the Mawzoonah with GPA and often SAAT. Weights depend on university and major.