The term FUNGAT is commonly used to describe the admission tests conducted by leading universities in Pakistan, including FAST, UET, NUST, and GIKI, for entry into engineering and computer science programs. Within these assessments, the Physics section holds significant importance as it evaluates a candidate’s foundational knowledge of scientific principles, as well as their ability to apply these principles in analytical and problem-solving contexts.

The Physics component is primarily based on the FSc/A-Level curriculum and encompasses key domains such as mechanics, waves and oscillations, heat and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, modern physics, and electronics. The questions are structured to assess not only factual recall but also the candidate’s capacity to interpret data, analyze unfamiliar scenarios, and perform accurate calculations under time constraints.

Proficiency in Physics is essential for prospective students, as it reflects both their academic preparedness and their potential to succeed in rigorous engineering and computer science programs. Consequently, a strong performance in this section is often regarded as a decisive factor in achieving admission to these prestigious institutions.

Key Aspects

• Conceptual clarity and application of laws in problem-solving.
• Mathematical skills for quick formula manipulation and calculations.
• Graphical/data interpretation such as motion graphs and field diagrams.
• Time management due to multi-step numerical problems.

Important Areas

• Mechanics: motion, forces, energy, momentum, circular motion.
• Waves & Oscillations: SHM, resonance, Doppler effect.
• Heat & Thermodynamics: gas laws, laws of thermodynamics, calorimetry.
• Electricity & Magnetism: Coulomb’s law, circuits, fields, induction.
• Modern Physics: photoelectric effect, radioactivity, atomic models.
• Electronics: diodes, transistors, logic gates (basic).
• Measurements: SI units, dimensional analysis, errors.