How to Apply/ Register for the Test Interested candidates can apply online by registering themselves http://etc.hec.gov.pk. The candidate should apply within 15 days of advertisement published. The registration process must be completed by pressing the “SUBMIT” button for the online application before the 4 pm deadline of registration closing date given on the portal, During the online registration process, all the required information must be entered correctly with due diligence. A mobile number ported from the original mohile company must not be provided.