Symbiosis SET 2026 PI Round: What is Personal Interview, Format & What Panelists Evaluate

SET admission process 2026 is underway. Shiksha has shared all about the SET Personal Interview or PI, including format, preparation and what panellists are looking for. Read the article below to know more.

SET 2026 Personal Interview

Symbiosis SET exam 2026 Personal Interview: Candidates who appeared for the SET 2026 exam, have to appear for the Written Ability Test and Personal Interview, if selected. Some institutes also conduct the Studio Test and Skill Assessment for admissions. WAT and PI are important components of SET 2026 counselling process. The SET exam 2026 was conducted on May 2, 2026, and May 10, 2026. In the article below, Shiksha has shared all about the SET Personal Interview or PI, including format, preparation and what panellists are looking for. Read the article below to know more.

SET Exam 2026 Personal Interview Dates

Check the table below to know the SET personal interview dates:

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SET Exam 2026 PI Format 

Check the table below to know the PI format for SET 2026:

SET 2026 PI: What Panellists Evaluate?

SET Personal Interview round is the final round for the Symbiosis SET selection process. The PI round is conducted after the WAT round and the duration is roughly about 10 to 15 minutes. Panellists evaulate each and everything when a student walks into the interview room. When called, students should walk confidently and wish the panellists. They should hand over their files and seek permission before sitting. Panellists will scan through the resume or profile of the students and may ask questions. 

The panellists will start by asking generic questions such as their academic background, hobbies, interests, goals, etc. It is a good idea to be prepared with the answers to generic questions like Why did you choose BBA? or Where do you see yourself in 10 years? or What inspired you to build a career in management? or What do you think sets you apart from the other candidates? or Why do you want to join Symbiosis?, etc. 

In case students face a question which they do not know the answer to, they can politely tell them that they do not know the answer and would be more than willing to learn or read about it. It is important to remain confident and maintain composure at all times. Even if the interviewers cross question, candidates should not get nervous. In case students do not understand a question they were asked, they can smile and ask the interviewer to kindly repeat it.

Candidates should not interrupt the interviewers while they are speaking, and listen to them carefully and let them finish.

Short and simple answers will suffice. The above pointers should help you breeze through your interview with ease. A very frequently asked question pertains to the weightage given to the SET scores and the PI-WAT scores. They are both given equal importance. 50% of SET score combined with 50% of PI-WAT score will be the final SET score. 

Students should carry all the necessary documents required and they should double-check before they go to the venue for the interview. They can keep one or two photocopies of the all the documrents in case they ask for it during the admission process.

Things to Remember Before SET PI Round 2026

Following things should be kept in mind at all times:

• Do not speak wrong. If the candidate does not know the answer, they can simply inform that to the panel
• Do not try to bluff
• Avoid slang
• Be in a formal dress code
• Do your research before the interview
• Carry documents and a resume
• Know basic etiquette 
• Learn behavioural interview questions
• Ask questions
• Be an active listener
• Stay calm and motivated 

Also Read:

• SET 2026 WAT Round: Format and Preparation Tips
• SET cutoff 2026