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SET 2024 Exam: Symbiosis Entrance Test

Last Updated on August 12, 2024 by Prof. SK Agarwal

Symbiosis SET 2024: Exam on May 5 & 11; Check How to Apply; Pattern, Syllabus, Selection Process; Last Date to Apply-April 14

Latest Update: 

  • SET 2024 is entrance exam for BBA admission in Symbiosis Institutes
  • SET 2024 Exam dates are May 5 & May 11, 2024: Check Key Changes in Exam Pattern & Selection Process
  • Last Date for SET Registration 2024 is April 14, 2024: Closes for Both Exam Dates  
  • 8 Symbiosis Colleges will offer Admission to BBA & other UG Programs based on BBA SET 2024 Score

SET Exam 2024 is the BBA entrance exam for admission to Symbiosis institutes. This year Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune will conduct SET 2024 exam as online computer based test. SIU has announced the complete SET 2024 exam dates and Schedule.  

Symbiosis SET Exam 2024: Important Changes
SIU has announced, “Depending on any unavoidable circumstances, the schedules as well as the nature/structure of the test can change, and all tests can be conducted entirely online or entirely offline or in a combination of both modes at the discretion of SIU.” Check key changes in SET 2024 below:

  • SET Exam 2024 will be conducted on two dates – May 5 & May 11
  • SET 2024 Exam duration is reduced to One Hour
  • Applicant can appear in One SET or in Both the SET Exams
  • If a candidate appears for more than one test, the higher score will be considered for the final percentile calculation
  • There will be no normalization process in SET Scores
  • Last Date to Apply for Both SET exams is same – April 12

SET 2024 exam has introduced various changes in the exam pattern, duration, sections, scoring pattern among others. Read this article below to know all about SET Exam 2024, key features and highlights, key changes in exam pattern and dates, admission opportunity in Symbiosis colleges through SET 2024, programs offered, how to apply, important dates among other details.  

Table of Content

  • 1. What is Symbiosis SET 2024?

  • 2. SET Exam 2024: Key Features & Highlights

  • 3. Symbiosis BBA Admission Opportunity through SET 2024: Campus wise Programmes

  • 4. SET Exam Eligibility 2024: Criteria

  • 5. SET 2024 Exam Pattern

  • 6. SET 2024 Registration & Application Process

  • 7. SET 2024 Important Dates

  • 8. SET 2024 Syllabus: Check section wise SET Syllabus

  • 9. SET 2024 Preparation: Top Coaching offer SET Preparation programs

  • 10. Symbiosis BBA Admission process through SET 2024

1. What is Symbiosis SET 2024?

Symbiosis SET 2024 is the admission test for Symbiosis Programs after class 12 leading to admission in various bachelor’s degree courses including BBA. The Symbiosis entrance test offers admission opportunity in the UG management programs which are offered by Symbiosis colleges affiliated to Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune.

Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) 2024 for BBA admission is a computer based online test of one hour duration. SET 2024 is the mandatory exam for BBA 2024-27 admission in all the Symbiosis institutes as they accept only SET exam score. Conducted by Symbiosis International University (SIU), Pune, SET full form is Symbiosis Entrance Test for admission to various undergraduate courses at Symbiosis colleges.

Doing BBA from Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS) is the dream of the candidates who wish to make their career in corporate world or aim to pursue MBA from one of the top MBA colleges after doing BBA. The 3 years BBA degree from SCMS opens sea of opportunities for the Students after obtaining learning-both class room and practical and getting trained during their internships

SCMS and other Symbiosis institutes, affiliated to Symbiosis International University (SIU) offer admission to BBA program on the basis of students’ performance in Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET).

2. SET Exam 2024: Key Features & Highlights

Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is the only entrance exam for admission to BBA and many other undergraduate programmes offered by the SCMS and other Symbiosis institutes. Key highlights of SET exam 2024 are:

SET Exam Conducting Body

Symbiosis International (Deemed) University, Pune

Admission opportunity through SET exam

BBA/BBA (IT)/BA (MC)/BSc (Eco) in  Symbiosis Institutes

SET 2024 Exam Top BBA colleges

SCMS, SICSR

SET Exam Mode

Online Computer Based Test

Maximum Marks in SET Exam 2024

60

SET 2024 Exam Date

May 5 and May 11, 2024

SET 2024 Exam duration

1 hour from 11.30 AM to 12.30 PM

Number of Questions in SET Exam

60 

Type of Questions in SET Exam 2024

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Number of Sections in SET 2024 Exam

4

Scoring Pattern in SET

+1 Mark for every correct answer

Negative Marking in SET 2023 Exam

No Negative Marking

Number of Answer Options in SET exam

4 Answer Options for Each Question

3. Symbiosis BBA Admission Opportunity through SET 2024: Campus wise Programmes

Top Symbiosis Colleges with SET 2024 Exam for admission to 3 years BBA and other undergraduate programs are:

Symbiosis Institute

Programme offered

SCMS Pune: Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune

BBA

SCMS Noida: Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies-Noida

BBA

SCMS Nagpur: Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies-Nagpur

BBA

SICSR Pune: Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research, Pune

BBA (IT); BCA

SSE Pune: Symbiosis School of Economics, Pune

B.Sc.(Eco) Hons

SCMC Pune: Symbiosis Centre for Media and Communication, Pune

B.A. Mass Communication

SCMS Bengaluru: Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Bengaluru

BBA

SSLA Pune: Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts, Pune

B.A (Liberal Arts) Hons; B. Sc (Liberal Arts) Hons

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4. SET Exam Eligibility 2024: Criteria

Students are eligible to pursue the graduate BBA Programs in the Symbiosis institutes after completion of their class 12 in any stream.

SET Exam 2024 Eligibility criteria prescribe that a candidate must have passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent examination from any recognized board with minimum 50% marks (45% marks for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes). Read More  

5. SET 2024 Exam Pattern

Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) 2024 is an online exam. Exam duration is reduced to 1 hour and consists of 4 sections. The sectional composition of SET 2024 Exam with number of questions and maximum marks assigned for each section are:

Sl No.

Section Name

Number of questions

Total marks

1.

General English

16

16

2.

Quantitative

16

16

3.

General Awareness

16

16

4.

Analytical & Logical Reasoning

12

12

 

Total

60 Questions

60 Marks

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5.1 Symbiosis SET Exam 2024: Important Instructions

  • No extra time will be given for candidates who report late at the test centre
  • All the 4 sections are mandatory to attempt
  • Candidates can move from section to other during the overall time limit of SET exam
  • There will not be negative marking for wrong answers in SET 2024 exam

6. SET 2024 Registration & Application Process

  • A candidate needs to register for Online SET 2024 at official website set-test.org
  • To appear in the test, it is mandatory that the students register and apply for SET exam 2024 at official website of SET 2024 and also communicate their choice of the Symbiosis Institute
  • Pay SET 2024 Registration fee of Rs.2250/- per Test. For example, if you are applying for both dates of SET 2024 exam, you need to pay Rs.4500/-. If you are applying for other Symbiosis entrance tests also, like SLAT and SITEEE, you should pay Rs.2250/- per test
  • Also, you should register for the institutes offering choice of programmes by paying separate program registration fees of Rs.1000/- per programme
  • Payment of SET 2024 registration fee, Institute program fee can be made through Billdesk Payment Gateway, EASEBUZZ Payment Gateway, or Demand Draft
  • If shortlisted, you need to attend the further admission process conducted by each of these institutes individually.

7. SET 2024 Important Dates

Below are shared the SET 2024 important dates with complete SET 2024 Exam dates and Schedule for admission to BBA programmes in Symbiosis institutes:

SET 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

SET Exam dates 2024

SET 2024 Exam last date to apply

April 14, 2024

SET 2024 Exam Fee

Rs.2250/- for one exam

Rs.4500/- for two SET exams

Symbiosis SET 2024 Institute level BBA application fee

Rs.1000/- for each program and each institute

Last date to pay SET Exam 2024 Application Fee

April 14, 2024

SET Exam 2024 Admit Card Release date

April 25, 2024 for SET -1 Exam

April 30, 2024 for SET-2 Exam

SET 2024 Exam Date

SET-1: May 5, 2024(11.30AM to 12.30PM)

SET-2: May 11, 2024(11.30AM to 12.30PM)

SET Exam Date 2024 for Law/Engg UG Admission  (SLAT/SITEEE)

May 5 & May 11, 2024

SET 2024 Exam Result date

May 22, 2024

8. SET 2024 Syllabus: Check section wise SET Syllabus

It is very important to know the SET exam syllabus to prepare on the topics covered in SET exam syllabus. Preparation for SET 2024 can be based on the following important topics in SET exam.

8.1 Section-1: General English: 16 Questions
This section in SET 2024 includes questions on Verbal Ability and Reading comprehension passages. Vocabulary and Grammar based questions are an important part of General English section.

8.2 Section-2: Quantitative: 16 Questions
This section in SET exam covers Arithmetic of class 10 standard, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry among other topics.  Besides, you need  to prepare onNumber System, Sequence and Series, Mensuration, Permutations and Combinations, Probability, Equations, Logarithm, Matrices among others.

8.3 Section-3: General Awareness: 16 Questions
General Awareness is an equally important section in SET exam. Major topics covered in SET syllabus are Current National Affairs, Current International Affairs, Currencies, Capitals, Geography, Books & Authors, Sports among other topics

8.4 Section-4: Analytical & Logical Reasoning: 12 Questions
Reasoning section is considered as very important section in SET exam. The section is supposed to have moderate level of difficulty but may be more time consuming. Make sure that you have covered all of the topics in this section namely Sequencing and Arrangement, Team Selection, Fact Inference Judgment, Passage Conclusion, Analogy, Statement Argument among others as detailed in SET exam syllabus. Read More  

9. SET 2024 Preparation: Top Coaching offer SET Preparation programs

Symbiosis SET 2024 preparation can be done with coaching or self  or a mix of both. Besides, MBAUniverse.com has devised a right approach with key points and tips from experts and toppers on how to prepare for SET 2024. This will help you to perform well in the exam.

9.1 SET Exam Preparation Coaching
SET Exam Preparation Coaching is offered by top coaching institutes like IMS, CL, T.I.M.E. and others. These coaching institutes offer SET preparation programmes, DU JAT preparation programmes, IPMAT preparation programmes, JIPMAT preparation programmes of different time duration in Online, Offline and blended mode at affordable price. Following good options are available for SET exam preparation with coaching

9.1.1 IMS Coaching Institute: Preparation Programmes for SET & Others 

470+ hrs of Blended Classroom Program

470+ Hrs of Fully Online Program

Self-Learning Program

150 hrs of Concept classes, PTM & Mentorship sessions

150 hrs of Concept classes, PTM & Mentorship sessions

Courseware with 20+ books

120 hrs Weekly GK & Practice classes

120 hrs Weekly GK & Practice classes

60 hrs of weekly GK catchup sessions

100 hrs of Exam specific Workshops & exam strategy sessions

100 hrs of Exam specific Workshops & exam strategy sessions

20 hrs of exam strategy sessions

Courseware with 20+ books

Courseware with 20+ books

 

Resources on Student Portal

Resources on Student Portal

Resources on Student Portal

80 hrs of Concept videos, class recap videos & topic wise tests

80 hrs of Concept videos, class recap videos & topic wise tests

80 hrs of Concept videos & class recap videos

70 + Full length Mocks

70 + Full length Mocks

100 + topic wise tests
70 + Full length Mocks

9.1.2 T.I.M.E. Coaching Institute: Preparation Programmes for SET & Others 
T.I.M.E.'s comprehensive course for IPM & other BBA exams has been developed covering all areas of the test, keeping in mind the scoring process in all these exams. The course offered for IPM & other BBA exams such as SET BBA (Symbiosis), NPAT (NMIMS), DU JAT, etc. at T.I.M.E. is a one-stop shop that takes care of your preparation for the written exam as well as the subsequent Personal Interview process.

T.I.M.E. SET & IPM Preparation Courses

IPM Enhanced

IPM Basic

IPM + BBA Enhanced

No. of Mocks - 40

No. of Mocks - 20

No. of Mocks - 66

Online sectional tests - 150

Online sectional tests - 75

Online sectional tests - 150

Full length mocks from IPM Indore/Rohtak/JIPMAT/SET/

Full length mocks from IPM Indore/Rohtak/JIPMAT/SET/

Full length mocks from IPM Indore/Rohtak/JIPMAT/SET/

NPAT/HSEE/Christ etc. - 40

NPAT/HSEE/Christ etc. - 20

NPAT/HSEE/Christ/Delhi BBA/HM etc. - 66

Online Sectional Tests

Online Sectional Tests

Online Sectional Tests

(Logical Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, VARC) - 150

(Logical Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, VARC) - 75

(Logical Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, VARC) - 150

Rs. 5,450(Including GST)

Rs. 2,950 (Including GST)

Rs. 6,950(Including GST)


T.I.M.E. BBA Entrance Exam Preparation Programmes 

IPM + BBA Basic

BBA Enhanced

BBA Basic

No. of Mocks - 34

No. of Mocks - 22

No. of Mocks - 12

Online sectional tests - 75

Online sectional tests - 150

Online sectional tests - 75

Full length mocks from IPM Indore/Rohtak/JIPMAT/SET/

Full length mocks from SET/

Full length mocks from SET/

NPAT/HSEE/Christ/Delhi BBA/HM etc. - 34

NPAT/Christ/Delhi BBA/HM etc. - 22

NPAT/Christ/Delhi BBA/HM etc. - 12

Online Sectional Tests

Online Sectional Tests

Online Sectional Tests

(Logical Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, VARC) - 75

(Logical Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, VARC) - 150

(Logical Reasoning, GK/Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, VARC) - 75

Rs. 4,950(Including GST)

Rs. 4,950(Including GST)

Rs. 2,950(Including GST)


9.1.3 Career Launcher Coaching Institute: Preparation Programmes for SET & Others 
Different preparation programmes offered by CL are as below:

CL: BBA Preparation Programmes & Test Series  

 Classroom Coaching

Online Coaching

IPM Express Coaching

Upto 430+ hours led by Expert Faculty to give you all the guidance you need to crack all major management exams. Updated study material & mocks cover all the changes in the exam pattern.

85+ live sessions | 181 Videos | 83 Mocks
Get 24*7 access to live online sessions, video lessons, study material, test series and more

Get 24*7 access to live online sessions, optional offline sessions, video lessons, study material, test series and more.

Test Series

Smart IPM Cracker

Books & Material

Boost your IPM exam preparation with our IPM Test Series. 83 Mocks Tests including IPM and BBA entrances that cover all the changes in the exam pattern.

181 videos have been prepared to help you develop strong concepts by teaching smart problem-solving techniques. Accessible online so you can prepare anywhere and anytime.

Give your IPM preparation the CL advantage with our IPM Study Material. It comprehensively covers all exam topics & is regularly updated with changes in the exam pattern to help students excel in the exam.


CL: Classroom Preparation Programmes

 IPM Plus+ Smart IPM Cracker

IPM Plus

Rs. 57,000

Rs. 45,000

250+ hours of interactive sessions

250+ hours of interactive sessions

78 Mock Test Series

78 Mock Tests

181 virtual sessions

Exhaustive courseware consists of books and material

Comprehensive Study Material for all Subjects

Comprehensive Study Material for all Subjects.


CL: Online Coaching & Blended Coaching

IPM 2023 Premium Online Classes

IPM 2024 Online Classes

IPM 2024 Blended Classes

Rs. 1,45,000

Rs. 95,000

Rs. 1,10,000

500+ Hours Live Interactive Sessions

500+ Hours Live Interactive Sessions

500+ Hours Live Interactive Sessions

All IPM and Important BBA Exams covered

All IPM and Important BBA Exams covered

All IPM and Important BBA Exams covered

3 Sessions Per Week

3 Sessions Per Week

3 Sessions Per Week

Test Series + Test Gym Included

Test Series + Test Gym Included

Test Series + Test Gym Included

181 Pre-Recorded Concept Videos

181 Pre-Recorded Concept Videos

181 Pre-Recorded Concept Videos

One-to-One Mentoring

Printed Books Available

Printed Books Available

PDP Sessions Included

Ideal For First Timers

Ideal For Students Wanting To Opt For Classroom Program (Whenever Available)

Module-Wise Doubt Clearing

 

 

Printed Books Available

 

 

Ideal For First Timers looking for personalized guidance

 

 

 

10. Symbiosis BBA Admission process through SET 2024

  • Personal Interaction (PI) will be conducted separately for each Institute/Programme after the shortlist is declared by the respective institute based on SET 2024 scores
  • Online slot booking for PI will be available on the website of individual Institutes for individual Programmes.
  • PI will be conducted online over a video chat application.
  • Merit Lists for individual program will be declared thereafter.

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