Teaching & Education Entrance Exam

The Kerala SET exam is not compulsory for pursuing a Ph.D. in Kerala. However, it is important to note that many universities and research institutions in India consider Kerala SET or similar exams such as UGC NET & CSIR NET as a qualifying criteria for admission to their Ph.D. programs. In addition, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has made it mandatory for Ph.D. candidates to have qualified in the Kerala SET or similar exam to be eligible for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or a Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) during their Ph.D. programme. Therefore, while qualifying the Kerala SET exam is not mandatory for pursuing a Ph.D. it can be beneficial for candidates who wish to pursue research as a career, as it can increase their chances of getting admission to top universities and research institutions. Additionally, qualifying the Kerala SET exam can also make candidates eligible for various fellowship programs offered by the government of India to support their research.

No, you cannot use a digital copy of your Kerala SET admit card in place of the original at the exam centre. The Kerala SET admit card is a required document that acts as confirmation of your eligibility and permits you to sit for the exam. You will not be permitted to enter the exam centre or take the exam if you do not have your original admission card with you. As a result, it is strongly advised that you keep the original Kerala SET admit card safe and secure and bring it with you to the test centre. Furthermore, you should bring a valid picture ID evidence, such as an Aadhaar Card, PAN card, Voter ID Card, or Passport, since this will be required for verification. If you have misplaced your Kerala SET admit card, you can obtain a duplicate copy from the LBS Centre for Science & Technology's official website by entering it with your registration number and password. However, it is always a good idea to keep the original admission card secure in order to avoid any last-minute problems or delays.

No, it is not possible to change the Kerala SET exam center after the issue of the admit card. The exam center is allotted based on the preferences provided by the candidate at the time of filling the application form, and the Kerala SET admit card contains the details of the exam center allotted to the candidate. Once the admit card is issued, the exam center cannot be changed under any circumstances. Candidates are required to appear for the exam at the allotted exam center as mentioned on their admit card. Any deviation from this will result in disqualification from the exam. Therefore, it is advisable to carefully select the exam center while filling the application form and double-check the details mentioned on the admit card before the exam day to avoid any last-minute issues or confusion. In case you face any difficulties regarding the exam center, you can contact the Kerala SET helpdesk for assistance.