National Benchmark Test (NBT) Resources
Prepare effectively for the NBT with our curated collection of practice exams, past testpapers, and study guides. Master the AQL and MAT sections to secure your university placement.
AQL
Academic and Quantitative Literacy
Practice tests for logical reasoning, language comprehension, and basic quantitative skills.
MAT
Mathematics
Resources covering the NSC Mathematics curriculum: Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, and Functions.
About the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
The NBT is an assessment for prospective first-year students into Higher Education. It consists of two tests: AQL (Academic and Quantitative Literacy) and MAT (Mathematics).
AQL: All applicants to university must write the AQL test. It assesses your capacity to engage with the demands of academic study.
MAT: This test is written by applicants to programmes that require Mathematics (e.g., Engineering, Science, Commerce). It complements the NSC Mathematics results.
Use our practice exams and past papers to familiarize yourself with the question format and time constraints.