SET exam 2026 is a popular entrance exam for BBA admissions 2026. Read the article below to know SET 2026 section-wise weightage and difficulty level to prepare for the SET 2026 exam.
SET 2026 section-wise weightage and difficulty level: SET 2026 is conducted for admission to BBA course at Symbiosis International University. SET syllabus 2026 includes four major topics, i.e. Quantitative, Analytical and Logical Reasoning, General English and General Awareness. SET exam 2026 is a popular entrance exam for BBA admissions 2026 and the difficulty level of the SET question paper is moderate.
SET 2026 was held on May 2 and May 10, in the CBT test format. Read the article below to know SET 2026 section-wise weightage and difficulty level to help students prepare for the SET 2026 exam.
- SET 2026 Exam Pattern
- SET 2026 Section-wise Weightage and Difficulty Level
- SET 2026 Important Topics
SET 2026 Exam Pattern
Check the table below to know the SET exam pattern 2026:
| Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Computer-Based Test mode |
| Test duration |
60 minutes |
| Sessions |
One |
| Exam timings |
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM |
| Type of questions |
Multiple Choice Questions or Objective Type Questions |
| Marks per question |
1 mark |
| Negative marking |
No negative markings |
SET exam is an online entrance exam, students have to select right answer on the computer screen. Thus, they need to practice at home and familiarise themselves with the online examination mode. Students will be provided with a rough sheet for calculations. The SET exam question paper 2026 will not have negative marking. 60 minutes will be given to solve 60 questions. So, technically, students will have one minute per question. To overall difficulty level of the SET exam 2026 is expected to be eays to moderate.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, 36 is a good score in SET exam. General category usually faces a competitive SET cut off. The SET 2026 cut off will likely be between 34 to 42 marks.
To crack SET exam in first attempt, students should have a preparation plan for 3 to 6 months bifurcated according to topics, strengths and knowledge of students. Students should consistently practice to fetch good SET scores.
SET is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to various undergraduate courses. SET 2026 will be conducted in the computer-based test mode. The difficulty level of the SET exam is usually easy to moderate. But, a few questions might trick your mind and can be time-consuming.
General Knowledge and Analytical and Logical Reasoning are easier than the Quantitative Aptitude section. In 2025, according to the students who appeared for the SET session 1 exam, the SET exam was moderate. The General English section was the easiest of all four sections. The Quantitative Aptitude section was the toughest, and the other two sections were moderate to easy. The overall difficulty level of the SET question paper was moderate. Students who appeared for the SET 2025 session 2 exam said that the overall difficulty level was easy. Again, the General English section was the easiest. In this session, the Analytical and Logical Reasoning section was also easy to moderate. The Quant section was easy to moderate, and the General Knowledge section was difficult.
Previously, the SET exam had 150 questions. They were reduced to 60 multiple-choice questions in the year 2021, and the duration of the exam was also reduced proportionally. Check out the table below to know what can be considered a good score in SET exam according to the previous years' analysis:
| Section | Total Marks | Good Score |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 16 | 12-14 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 16 | 10-12 |
| General Awareness | 16 | 11-12 |
| Analytical and Logical Reasoning | 12 | 9-10 |
SET 2026 Section-wise Weightage and Difficulty Level
Check the table below to know the sectional weightage for SET exam 2026 and the expected difficulty level:
| Section | Weightage | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 16 | Easy |
| General Awareness | 16 | Easy |
| Quantitative | 16 | Moderate |
| Analytical and Logical Reasoning | 12 | Easy |
| Total | 60 | Easy to Moderate |
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SET 2026 Important Topics
Check the table below to know the important topics of SET syllabus 2026:
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| General English |
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| General Awareness |
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| Quantitative |
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| Analytical and Logical Reasoning | Verbal Reasoning: Syllogisms, Coding and Decoding, Statement and Conclusions, Assumptions Non-Verbal Reasoning: Patterns, Mirror Images, Figure Completions Analytical Reasoning: Blood Relations, Family Tree, Puzzles, Directions Critical Reasoning: Cause and Effect, Course of Action, Strong and Weak Arguments |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
SET 2027 exam will likely be held in the second week of May 2027. SET exam will be conducted in CBT test format by Symbiosis International University. Duration of exam will be one hour and students can take exam at their test centre.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Click the forgot password option in login window. Enter name, email ID and date of birth. Then, click on submit. Writing down SET password or choosing an easier one can be easier for the students.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Most of the colleges follow the same selection process, i.e. exam score, Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). Some colleges do not conduct WAT. The GD round is conducted group-wise. For instance, SCMC Pune does not conduct the Group Discussion round but rat
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, students should begin their SET exam preparation at least 6 months before exam date. SET exam is easy to moderate. Students should spend time on practice and mock test to score well.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
SET syllabus includes important topics of subjects that are relevant for business and general aptitude. For SET exam, candidates have to study, English Quantitative Aptitude General Knowledge and Analytical Reasoning.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
If student has a good study plan, they can study at home for SET exam. The exam is conducted annually and is easier than other BBA exams.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
IPMAT is usually considered a bit more difficult than SET, as IPMAT exam has advanced mathematics and is calculation intensive. The exam also have a sectional time limit. But, SET is easier in terms of difficulty, does not have negative marking or sectional timings.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Students must report to the SET exam centre at least an hour before the exam. SET exam will take place at 9 AM at many test centres. Students must reach the exam centre the latest by 7:30 AM.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, one can fill the SET application form on one day and pay the fee on another day as it is not mandatory to register for SET exam and fill the application form or pay the fee in one go.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Application fee for SET exam is INR 2250 for one session. Candidates also need to pay institution fee of INR 1000 per institute.
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Contributor-Level 6
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