What is the BET exam?

The Bocconi Entrance Test (BET) is an entrance examination conducted by Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. It serves as the primary criterion for admission to undergraduate programmes offered by the university in fields such as business administration, economics, management, international politics and government, and law. The BET assesses candidates' aptitude in various areas such as mathematics, logical reasoning, general knowledge, and English proficiency. It is designed to evaluate candidates' potential for success in their chosen undergraduate courses and serves as an important component of the admission process at Bocconi University.

Is BET Bocconi Test easier than GMAT or GRE?

The BET, Bocconi Entrance Test is considered easier than the GMAT or GRE. All three tests assess similar skills, i.e. Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Reasoning, Analytical Thinking. But the BET exam focuses on reasoning and management specific applications. It has a shorter duration and does not include the advance level mathematics as in the case of GMAT or GRE. Additionally, the BET is known for having no negative marking, which reduces the pressure.

Can I take the BET Bocconi Test more than once?

Yes, you can appear for the BET multiple times. BET 2025 will be conducted in multiple times. The Round 1 submission deadline was November 20, 2024. The round 2 and 3 submission deadlines are January 21, 2025, and March 21, 2025, respectively. However, for admissions only the best score obtained in either of the rounds will be considered.

When is the Bocconi Entrance Test (BET) usually conducted?

The Bocconi Entrance Test (BET) is typically conducted once a year, with the exact dates announced by Bocconi University. The specific dates for the BET may vary from year to year. Typically, the BET is scheduled well in advance to allow candidates sufficient time to prepare and register for the examination. BET exam 2026 will be available from mid-August 2025 to early April 2026.

What is the BET exam pattern?

There will be 54 multiple-choice questions in total in the BET question paper spread across three sections. The total duration of the exam is 70 minutes. The exam will be conducted in the computer-based test mode. Each question carries one mark and there is no negative marking in the exam.

What happens after I pass the BET Bocconi Test?

Candidates who pass the BET are shortlisted for further rounds of selection, which usually include a Personal Interview (PI) and possibly a Group Discussion (GD). Final selection is based on a combination of the BET score, academic performance, and interview performance.

Can I take admission to the Bocconi University even if I do not appear for BET?

Yes, a student can still take admission to the Bocconi University even if she/he has not appeared for the Bocconi Entrance Test. Such students can submit the scores obtained by them in any other entrance exam such as CAT, GMAT, NMAT or GRE for admissions. If you already have a valid score in one of these exams, you can use it for admission.

How many sections are there in the Bocconi Entrance Test?

There are three sections in the Bocconi Entrance Test (BET). There are 18 multiple-choice questions in each section. The three sections of the BET exam include: Verbal Reasoning Numeric Reasoning Inductive Reasoning

Bocconi Entrance Test (BET) 2026: Registration (Started), Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

Registration - 13 Jan '26

Updated on Nov 19, 2025 15:24 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

The BET application process 2026 is underway. The last date of submission of the application for Round 1 is November 4, 2025. The second round submission deadline is January 13, 2026. The round 3 submission deadline is March 3, 2026. Candidates willing to take the SDA Bocconi entrance test can fill the BET application form 2026 online via their email ID and password.

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