BET Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Bocconi Entrance Test 2026 ( BET )

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Saumya Jain
Updated on Nov 27, 2025 15:33 IST

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BET exam pattern 2026 shows the way BET question paper is structured. It also depicts the marking scheme, number of questions, duration, etc. According to the BET paper pattern there are three sections in the question paper and duration of the exam is only 70 minutes. The SDA Bocconi Asia Centre  conducts the BET exam in the online mode. These tests are computer-adaptive and focus on reasoning scenarios that are relevant from a professional standpoint. Check below to know the detailed BET exam pattern 2026. 

Q:   What is the SDA BET exam pattern?
A: 

The table below depicts the BET exam pattern:

Exam StructureDetails 
Number of sections

3 sections

  • Numerical Reasoning
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Inductive Reasoning
Exam modeOnline
Medium of examEnglish
Duration of the exam70 Minutes
Total number of questions
  • Numerical Reasoning- 18 questions
  • Verbal Reasoning- 18 questions
  • Inductive Reasoning- 18 questions
Type of questionsMultiple Choice Questions
Marking scheme

+1 for correct answers

No negative marking

Q:   What is the marking scheme for BET?
A: 

The BET exam is conducted in the computer-based test mode. Each question will have multiple choice answers, and each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking and no marks will be awarded or deducted for unanswered questions. 

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  • BET Exam Pattern 2026
  • BET 2026 Syllabus- Section-Wise Important Notes
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BET Exam Pattern 2026

Check the table below to know the BET exam pattern 2026.

Exam Structure Details 
Number of sections

3 sections

  • Numerical Reasoning
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Inductive Reasoning
Exam mode Online
Medium of exam English
Duration of the exam 70 Minutes
Total number of questions
  • Numerical Reasoning- 18 questions
  • Verbal Reasoning- 18 questions
  • Inductive Reasoning- 18 questions
Type of questions 54 Multiple Choice Questions
Marking scheme

+1 for correct answers

No negative marking

 

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BET 2026 Syllabus- Section-Wise Important Notes

Section 1: Numerical Reasoning

This section is most difficult section of BET question paper. Numerical reasoning section is about solving questions using logic. Advanced level mathematics is not required. Biggest challenge lies in being able to read a chart or table correctly, understand it and differentiate between information that is critical and information that is not. This section measures ability to draw accurate inferences from numerical or statistical data. 

BET Numerical Reasoning Important Topics
Algebra Functions
Plane Geometry Analytical Geometry
Trigonometry Sets
Logarithms/Exponentials Numbers
Discrete Mathematics Probability
Problem Solving Statistics

Section 2: Verbal Reasoning

This section checks proficiency in reading comprehension. Students should read passages and answer questions based on passages.  

Section 3: InductiveThinking

This section measures ability to use logic, rational and critical thinking. It checks ability to determine conclusions drawn using the content. Students will be tested on their ability to interpret the meaning of a text, draw conclusions from it. 

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Q:   What is the BET exam syllabus 2026?
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The BET syllabus includes three major sections, i.e. Verbal Reasoning, Numeric Reasoning and Inductive Reasoning. The important topics of the BET syllabus 2026 are:

Verbal Reasoning- Reading Comprehension, Tenses, Parts of Speech, Grammar, Error Spotting, Sentence Completion, Syllogims, Idioms, One word substitution, etc. 

Numeric Reasoning- Number System, Algebra, Profit and Loss, HCF and LCM, Surds and Indices, Time Speed and Distance, Averages, Ratio and Proportions, Trigonometry, etc. 

Inductive Reasoning- Blood Relations, Statements and Conclusions, Propositions, Data Arrangements, Direction Sense, Puzzles, Coding and Decoding, Series, Data Structures, etc. 

Q:   What is a good score in the Bocconi Test?
A: 

A good score that supports the candidate's BET application for admissions is 35 points out of 50. In order to score 35, candidates will need to answer EVERY question on the test. They should not leave the answers blank. Students can use the process of elimination to answer the questions with speed and accuracy. 

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