What is the BET exam?

Conducted by Bocconi University in Milan, BET exam is conducted for admission to PG programmes offered by the university. BET exam checks the aptitude of students in mathematics, logical reasoning, politics, law and government.

What is a good score in the Bocconi Test?

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.

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.

What is the BET exam pattern?

There will be 54 MCQs in total in BET question paper spread across 3 sections. Exam will be conducted in CBT test mode for 70 minutes. Each question carries one mark and there is no negative marking in BET exam.

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

BET is conducted only once a year. The BET exam dates are announced by Bocconi University. BET exam 2026 exam window is available from mid August 2025 to early April 2026.

What is the SDA BET exam pattern?

The table below depicts the BET exam pattern: 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 Multiple Choice Questions Marking scheme +1 for correct answers No negative marking

What is the marking scheme for BET?

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.

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.

What is the BET exam syllabus 2026?

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.

What are the deadlines for BET 2026?

The BET application form 2026 for the MBA programme is available online on the SDA Bocconi official website. Candidates who wish to appear for the BET 2026 exam can register using their email ID. Here are the application deadlines for the BET 2026 registration rounds: Round 1- November 4, 2025. Round 2- January 13, 2026 Round 3- March 3, 2026 Round 4- April 15, 2026

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

Q: 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 last date of submission of the application for Round 1 was November 4, 2025. The second round submission deadline is January 13, 2026. The round 3 submission deadline is March 3, 2026. However, for admissions only the best score obtained in either of the rounds will be considered.

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Updated on Jan 22, 2026 13:57 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 was 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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