The Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is a common entrance test conducted by Symbiosis International University (SIU) for admission to undergraduate programs at its affiliated institutes in India. The test assesses the candidate's aptitude and ability in the subject areas of English, general awareness, analytical and logical reasoning, and quantitative aptitude. The test scores are used by the various institutes under SIU for admissions to their undergraduate programs. SET is usually conducted in May every year and the test is computer-based. The test scores are used by the institutes under SIU to shortlist candidates for further rounds of selection, which may include a written test and/or personal interview.
Students who want to study the B.B.A., B.C.A., B.B.A. (Information Technology), B.A. (Mass Communication), B.Sc. (Economics), Hons. /B.A. (Liberal Arts), Hons. /B.Sc. (Liberal Arts), or B.Sc (Applied Statistics and Data Science) provided by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) colleges must clear the common Computer Based Test (CBT). To be eligible for the SET exam, candidates must qualify 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate mark and also those who are appearing for their 10+2 examination can also apply, but they must submit their final result at the time of admission.
The SET exam attracts thousands of applicants each year, making it a highly competitive exam. The exam is designed to test the candidate's suitability for the courses they have applied for as well as to test their knowledge and aptitude for the courses they have applied for. At the time of filling out the application, candidates can select their preferred exam centre from among the several cities across India where the exam is held.
| SET 2024 Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) |
| Conducting Body | Symbiosis International (Deemed University) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam frequency | Once a year |
| Exam mode | Online |
| Duration | One hour |
| Syllabus | General English, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Skills, and General Awareness |
| Exam pattern | Multiple Choice Questions with no negative marking |
| Language | English |
| Application fees | INR 2,250/- |
| Number of Seats | 760 seats |
| Courses offered | BBA, BCA, BA Mass Communication, BA/BSC Liberal Arts, BSc Eco/Eco(H) |
| Exam date and time | Session 1: May 5, 2024 Session 2: May 11, 2024 Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 AM |
SET 2024 will be conducted on two different dates. If a candidate appears for more than one test, the higher score will be considered for the final percentile calculation.
The SET exam's syllabus is divided into four sections: analytical and logical reasoning, general awareness, quantitative aptitude, and general English.
The general English section of the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is designed to test the candidate's proficiency in the English language.
The General Awareness section of the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is designed to assess the candidate's knowledge of current affairs and general knowledge
The Analytical and Logical Reasoning section of the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is designed to test the candidate's ability to analyze and solve problems, as well as to think critically and logically.
The Quantitative Aptitude section of the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is designed to assess the candidate's mathematical ability.
For more details visit the SET Syllabus.
To prepare for the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET), it is recommended that candidates:
To know more details regarding the Changes in the Exam, Exam Pattern, Important Dates, Result Date, and other required information visit the page SET Exam Preparation
SET will have four sections- General English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and Analytical and Logical Reasoning. The total mark for the exam is 60, and the duration is one hour. The question paper consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in various subjects, and there is no negative marking for wrong answers. Candidates can choose their preferred exam centre at the time of application. It is essential for candidates to be familiar with the exam pattern to prepare accordingly and increase their chances of success as the exam is highly competitive, with thousands of candidates appearing for it every year.
For more details visit the SET Exam Pattern.
After the announcement of SET result, for various undergraduate courses offered by its affiliated institution, Symbiosis International University (SIU) publishes the SET ranking and cut-off. The ranking which is based on the candidate's performance in the exam is used to determine their eligibility for admission to the preferred course. The cutoff marks are the minimum marks required for candidates to qualify for admission to the undergraduate and postgraduate courses in agriculture. The number of candidates taking the exam, the difficulty level of the exam, and the availability of seats in the relevant courses are some of the factors based on which the cut-off mark is determined.
For more details visit the SET Ranking
SET Result will be declared on 22 May 2024, on the official website set-test.org. It's important to note that the SET results are valid only for the academic year in which the test is conducted. If you wish to apply for admission to a Symbiosis institute in a subsequent academic year, you will need to take the SET again.
Right after the announcement of the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET), the counselling process for Symbiosis International University (SIU) affiliated colleges starts. The counselling process is divided into several rounds, and the number of rounds may vary depending on the availability of seats.
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