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SET 2026 Counselling Last Date of Registration- SCMS Nagpur

30 May '26

Saumya Jain
Updated on Apr 29, 2024 11:39 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

Overview

Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed) University and is a gateway to the prestigious Symbiosis institutes. The SET exam 2024 was conducted on May 5, 2024, and May 11, 2024, in the computer-based test mode across the country. The SET application process began on January 11, 2024. Check the links below to get all the latest updates. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   If the candidate did not have Maths in class 12th, will they have problem while taking the SET exam?
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No, there will be no such problems if you don't have maths in class 12th, because you can clear the exam in your subject as per your specialty. The subject is chosen by the students themselves, so I don't think there will be any problem.

Q:   What are the common mistakes to avoid in SET?
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Common mistakes to avoid in SET exam include:

  • Poor Time Management
  • Neglecting Planning
  • Procrastination
  • Lack of Conceptual Clarity
  • Overlooking Sectional Preparation 
  • Ignoring Previous Years' SET Question Papers
Q:   Which are the best books to read for the Logical Reasoning section of SET exam?
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The Logical Reasoning section of the SET exam is usually moderately difficult. Some of the recommended books for the Logical Reasoning section are as follows: 

  1. Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning by Pearson Publications
  2. A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by R. S Aggarwal
  3. Logical and Analytical Ability by Ashok Gupta.
  4. Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
  5. A New Approach to Reasoning by BS Sijawali and Sijawali
  6. Multi-dimensional Reasoning by Mishra Kumar and Dr. Lal
  7. Logical and Analytical Reasoning by K Gupta
  8. A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal.

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Answered 2 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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Rashmi Chatterjee

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Answered a month 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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Mani Malhotra

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month 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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Rashmi Chatterjee

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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Rohini Bhatnagar

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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Rashmi Chatterjee

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. 

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Saumya Jain

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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Shiksha Shukla

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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Mani Malhotra

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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Rashmi Shukla

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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Rashmi Chatterjee

Contributor-Level 6

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