SET Exam Centres 2026: Check State wise Test Centres List

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. 

Yes, the SET admit card will mention all the details of the exam centre which has been allotted. Candidates must note that they will not be allowed to change the exam centre. They must reach the SET exam centre at least an hour before the exam starts to complete the frisking formalities.

During the SET registration process, candidates need to select their SET exam centre. The candidates can choose upto three SET exam centres  for the SET exam centre allotment. Candidates should choose the test centres in the order of their preference, as they cannot be changed after the SET exam application form submission. Follow the steps mentioned below to know how to select the SET exam centre:

• Register on the official website of SET.
• Login to the candidate portal and fill the rest of the SET application form
• Under the 'test centre' tab, choose the preferred test cities.
• Candidates can select up to three test centres while filling out the SET exam application form 2024.
• Candidates must select test centres in order of their preference, i.e. from first to third.
• Fill up the entire SET application form, pay the application fee and finally and click 'Submit'.

No, digital or soft copy of the SET admit card will not be accepted at the SET exam centre. The candidates have to carry a coloured printout of the SET admit card to the exam centre to get an entry. SET admit card is a mandatory document which is to be carried to the exam centre along with a recent coloured passport size photograph affixed to it. The photograph should match the one uploaded in the SET application form.

The examination authority does not accept digital admit card as valid document as it is to be signed and stamped by the test centre staff for proof of candidate’s attendance. One copy of the SET admit card of every candidate is also retained by the authorities, thus the need for the print out.

SET admit card can only be downloaded till SET exam day. SET hall ticket will be released on April 24, 2026, for the test 01 and students will be able to download their admit card using their login details. It is a mandatory document which is to be carried to test centre for entry in exam hall. SET test 02 admit card will be released on April 30, 2026. 

No, the SET exam cannot be given remotely. Every year the SET exam is conducted in the computer-based test mode. In 2021, the exam was however conducted in the internet-based test mode because of the coronavirus pandemic. Ever since, the SET exam has always been conducted in the computer-based test mode (CBT). To take the exam, candidates have to visit the SET exam centre and take the exam online. They can choose upto three preferred SET test cities during the SET exam registration. Candidates must reach the test centre at least an hour before the commencement of the exam in order to avoid any hassle on the exam and complete the frisking formalities at the exam GATE smoothly. 

There are various SET exam centres in the state of Maharashtra. Candidates can choose upto three test cities according to their preference during the SET exam application form filing. Following are the test cities in the state of Maharashtra for the SET exam:

• Aurangabad
• Mumbai
• Thane
• Pune
• Navi Mumbai
• Nashik
• Nagpur
• Kolhapur
• Ahmednagar
• Amravati

The important documents to be carried to the exam centre include the following:

• Two coloured printouts of the SET admit card
• Photos of the candidate affixed to the SET admit card (preferrable the same as the one uploaded in SET application form)
• Valid photo ID proof (issued by the Government of India) such as Passport, Aadhar Card, Driving License, Pan Card, etc. 
• Black or blue ball point pen
• Hand sanitizer
• Transparent water bottle

Candidates will know their allotted SET exam centre only from SET admit card. SIU allots SET centre to aspirantsin city of their first preference usually. So, candidates can at least be assured that they will get a test centre in the city they had chosen as first preference in the SET application form. 

On the SET exam day, students have to follow certain guidelines which include reaching on time, cooperating with the exam centre staff, following instructions of the test invigilator and following the test navigation for solving the SET questions. 

SET exam day dos:

1. Reach the examination centre at the reporting time mentioned on your SET admit card
2. Carry two copies of the SET admit card, one photo ID card and passport size photos
3. PwD students should carry the relevant certificates and documents as prescribed by the examination authorities. 
4. Carry a blue or black ball point pen for signing the attendance sheet
5. Cooperate with the test centre staff and follow instructions during entry
6. Students must write their name and roll numbers on the rough sheet provided by the invigilator and sign on it

1. Do not reach late to the exam centre. 

2. Don't forget SET admit card. 

3. Do not carry prohibited things such as electronic devices, study material, notes, bags, etc.

4. Refrain from any form of malpractice or cheating. 

Eatable and drinks are not allowed inside the SET exam centre. But, candidates must carry their personal transparent water bottle to the exam centre and follow the COVID-19 appropriate behaviour at all times. Electronic gadgets including watches, mobile phones, calculators, smart devices, etc. Are prohibited inside the SET exam centre. Candidates should carry recent passport size photograph, photo ID (original and photocopy) and SET admit card along with them to the exam centre.

The SET exam will be conducted from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Candidates should ideally reach the exam centre at least an hour before the exam starts. Hence, candidates must reach the exam centre on the time mentioned on the admit card in order to avoid any hassle. The gates will close at 11:00 AM for the SET exam. Candidates will not be allowed to enter after this. To complete the frisking formalities at the GATE and be seated by 11:20 AM, candidates should reach the centre on time. They can also leave the SET exam centre only once the exam is over. 

No, candidates can not make any changes once the SET application form has been submitted and the admit card has been issued. Candidates can however, contact the exam conducing authorities if they find any error in the SET admit card. Having said that. SET exam conducting authorities reserve the right to modify, add or combine any test centre/s if required.

SET 2026 exam will be conducted on May 2 and May 10. SET exam will be conducted in CBT test format by Symbiosis International University. Duration of exam is one hour and students can take exam at their test centre.