SET Eligibility 2025, Age Limit, Qualification, Attempts

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SET eligibility criteria 2025 is very similar to the other BBA entrance exams. SET is an undergraduate degree exam conducted by SIU. Read the article below to know the SET exam eligibility criteria.

SET exam eligibility criteria is the requirements to be fulfilled by the candidates for admission to the programmes offered by Symbiosis International University (SIU). The SET eligibility criteria is prescribed by SIU and the candidates who wish to appear for the SET exam have to meet the criteria in order to be eligible to take the exam. Read below to know the complete eligibility criteria for SET including educational qualification for the SET exam, age limit for the exam and reservation policy at SIU.

The schedule for the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) was announced by SIU. SET 2025 will be held on May 5, 2025, and May 11, 2025, in the computer-based test mode. SET application form 2025 was released on December 6, 2024. The SET application form of only those candidates will be accepted who meet and fulfil the SET BBA eligibility criteria.

SET Eligibility Criteria 2025

Check below for the eligibility criteria for the SET exam 2025.

The candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination in the relevant stream from a recognised board
The candidates must have secured at least 50 per cent aggregate in Class 12
5% relaxation will be given to candidates belonging to the SC/ST category, i.e. they must have secured at least 45 per cent aggregate in Class 12
Candidates in Class 12 or who are waiting for the results are also eligible to apply for SET exam provisionally
Candidates who have completed Class 12 or equivalent from any Foreign Board and have obtained an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian University (AIU) are also eligible

Also Read: SET preparation strategy

SET 2025 Reservation Policy

The reservation policy for the SET exam is per the UGC guidelines. The SIU reservation policy is as under:

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Category	Reservation Percentage
Scheduled Caste (SC)	15%
Schedule Tribe (ST)	7.5%
Differently-abled students	3%
Armed Forces Dependents (Wards of Serving or Retired) for SLS-Pune and SICSR	5%
Kashmiri Migrants and Kashmiri Pandits	2 seats per programme over and above the sanctioned intake
International Candidates	15%

SET Reservation Policy: Important Points to Remember

Check out the important points mentioned below for the SET exam 2025 reservation policy:

Candidates applying for the reservation criteria will be required to submit the supporting documents issued by a competent authority at the time of the Personal Interview(PI) or Written Ability Test (WAT)
Candidates who are applying under Armed Forces Dependents will be considered under the OPEN/General category
Candidates applying under the Differently-abled category will have to get the disability authenticated from the Symbiosis Centre of Health Care (SCHC). Only after authentication by SCHC, the admission will be considered regularized.
Applicants who fall under more than one category, need to choose one category while filling the SET exam application form and the benefits and entitlements will be considered according to the selected category throughout the SET admission process.
If the information provided by the applicant is found incorrect at any point in time then the SIU holds the authority to cancel the candidature of that applicant

SET Exam 2025 Reservation Policy: Nagpur Domicile

The candidates who are domiciled in Nagpur for a period of five years or more and have completed Class 12 or equivalent from the Maharashtra Board will have 25% seats reserved. They need to carry the following documents at the time of PI and WAT rounds:

Q: Who can apply for SET exam?

Candidates who have completed their Class 12 or equivalent exam from a recognised board with at least 50 per cent aggregate are eligible to apply for SET exam. There is no age limit to appear for the exam. Candidates in the Class 12 or are awaiting the Class 12 results can also apply provisionally and present the marksheet at the time of admission. The candidate who has completed class 12 or equivalent from a foreign board and must have obtained an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is eligible.

Q: What is the SET eligibility criteria?

Any candidate who have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with a 50 per cent aggregate. 5% relaxation is given to students belonging to a reserved category, I. e. candidates who have secured at least 45 per cent can apply for the exam. There is no age limit to appear for the ATMA exam. Candidates who are awaiting the results of Class 12 can also appear for the SET exam, and can present the mark sheet at the time of admission. Candidates who have completed Class 12 or equivalent from any Foreign Board and have obtained an equivalence Certificate from the Association of Indian University (AIU) are also eligible to apply for SET exam. The candidates who do not match the SET eligibility criteria will but have filled the SET application form will be disqualified. Their application forms will be rejected. Therefore, candidates must check the eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. The SET application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Q: Is there any age limit for SET entrance exam? I am Diploma engineering student.

Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is an undergraduate entrance exam conducted by the Symbiosis International (Deemed University). SET does not have a specific age limit for candidates appearing for the exam. The SET is conducted for admissions to various undergraduate programs offered by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) and its affiliated institutes.

However, it is important to note that admission criteria may vary for different programmes and institutes under Symbiosis International University. Some specific courses or colleges may have their own eligibility requirements, which could include age limits or other criteria.

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Domicile certificate issued by the competent authority
Class 12 mark sheet. Candidates appearing for the Class 12 exam have to submit a Bonafide certificate from the current institute along with a Class 10 mark sheet.

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Q: What can I do to appear for the SET exam?

To appear for the SET exam, you can follow these general steps:

Check whether the course you are interested in is provided through SET exam. Do a good research about SET. Gather information about the SET exam, including the programmes offered, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and important dates. Visit the official website of Symbiosis International University or the specific Symbiosis institute conducting the SET exam for detailed information.
Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the desired programme(s) you wish to apply for through the SET exam. Eligibility criteria can include educational qualifications, age limits, and specific subject requirements. If you meet the eligibility criteria, proceed to the next step. The criteria may differ for each course.
Visit the official SET exam website and register for the exam online. Fill out the SET application form with accurate personal and educational details. Pay the prescribed application fee through the available payment methods.
After successful registration, download the SET admit card from the official SET exam website once it is released. The admit card is a mandatory document to carry to the exam center.
Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus. Gather study materials, reference books, and online resources relevant to the subjects covered in the SET exam. Create a study plan and allocate sufficient time for preparation.
SET exam will be conducted on May 5 and May 11. Candidates should take the exam on the scheduled date and time, appear for the SET exam at the designated exam center. Follow the instructions provided by the exam authorities. Attempt the exam sections within the given time limit and manage your time effectively.
Once the SET exam is conducted, the results will be announced on the official website within the specified timeframe. Check the official website or your registered email for updates regarding result declaration.
If you qualify the SET exam and meet the required cutoff scores, you may be eligible for further admission processes, such as group discussions, personal interviews, or writing ability tests. Participate in these processes as per the instructions provided by the respective Symbiosis institute.

Q: How many attempts are allowed in the SET exam?

Candidates can only attempt the SET exam twice on the given test dates, i.e. May 5 and May 11. The SET exam 2025 will be conducted on two days (one session each day). Candidates can mention their number of attempts while filling the SET application form. However, they have to pay the application fee per session. Thus, candidates who are sure of making multiple attempts only they should apply for multiple sessions as the fee amount is non-refundable. The scores of best attempt will be taken into consideration for shortlisting of candidates for WAT/GD/PI/Studio Test.

Candidates can take multiple attempts as the difficulty level of each session may vary.

Q: How many test centres can I choose for SET exam?

Candidates can choose upto three SET test cities according to their preference. Candidates must very carefully select the cities as once the SET application form is submitted, they can't change city preference. They should choose the first city of preference as their hometome or where they are residing as the exam authorities will likely allot the test centres to candidates in their first city of preference. Candidates are allotted a test centre in second or third preference only if the seats have been filled or the exam centre has been cancelled at that location. Candidates should know that the SET test cities cannot be changed once the form is submitted even during the form correction window.

Q: I have scored 65 marks in SET. Can I get admission in Symbiosis?

The minimum marks required in the entrance exam of Symbiosis for taking admission vary depending on the programme and the institute you are applying for. Symbiosis International University conducts several entrance exams for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by its constituent institutes. The minimum marks required for different programs offered by Symbiosis Institute is as follows: 1. Engineering: The minimum SET score required for admission to engineering programs at Symbiosis Institute is generally around 50-60 marks out of 150. 2. Law: The minimum SET score required for admission to law programs at Symbiosis Institute is generally around 80-90 marks out of 150. 3. Management: The minimum SET score required for admission to management programs at Symbiosis Institute is generally around 70-80 marks out of 150. 4. Mass Communication: The minimum SET score required for admission to mass communication programs at Symbiosis Institute is generally around 65-75 marks out of 150. Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria and minimum SET score does not guarantee admission to Symbiosis Institute. Admission to Symbiosis Institute is based on the merit list prepared by the institute, which takes into account several factors, including SET score, academic performance, and other criteria specified by the institute.

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