SET/SITEEE Entrance Test 2025 Overview
The Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) and SIT Engineering Entrance Exam (SITEEE) are the mandatory Computer-Based Tests (CBT) for admission into various undergraduate programs offered by Symbiosis International (Deemed University).
Programs Covered
Candidates can apply for a wide range of programs, including:
- Management: BBA (Honours/Research), BBA (Information Technology)
- Media & Communication: BA (Mass Communication), BBA (Media Management)
- Economics & Data Science: B.Sc. (Economics), B.Sc. (Applied Statistics and Data Science)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences: BA/B.Sc. (Liberal Arts), B.Sc. (Sports and Exercise Science)
- Engineering: B.Tech. (AI & ML, Computer Science, Robotics, and more)
Programs excluded from SET/SITEEE include specialized courses like B.Des., B.Sc. (Nursing), and Paramedical Technology, which have separate admission requirements.
Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for SET and SITEEE is as follows:
- SET (General):
- Sections: English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, Logical Reasoning
- Duration: 2 hours
- Marking Scheme: Varies by section
- SITEEE:
- Focused on Engineering-specific subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Duration: 2 hours
Shortlisted candidates based on entrance test scores will proceed to the Personal Interaction (PI) stage.
Key Features of Undergraduate Programs
Symbiosis offers programs under the NEP 2020 framework with multiple exit options:
- 1 Year: Certificate
- 2 Years: Diploma
- 3 Years: Undergraduate Degree
- 4 Years: Undergraduate Degree with Honours/Research
Application Process
- Register at the official portal (set-test.org).
- Choose the desired programs and institutes.
- Pay separate registration fees for SET/SITEEE and program choices.
- Attend the selection process, including the entrance test and PI.
Merit List and Admission
Admissions are based on a combination of:
- Entrance Test Score: 70%
- Personal Interaction (PI): 30%
Category-wise merit lists are published on respective institute websites.
Colleges that require the SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test):
- Symbiosis Institute of Computers Studies and Research (SICSR)
- B.C.A (Honours / Honours with Research)
- B.B.A (Information Technology) Honours / Honours with Research
- Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Pune
- B.B.A (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Symbiosis Centre for Media & Communication (SCMC)
- B.A. (Mass Communication) Honours / Honours with Research
- B.B.A (Media Management) Honours / Honours with Research
- Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE)
- B.Sc. (Economics) (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Noida
- B.B.A (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Nagpur
- B.B.A (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Bengaluru
- B.B.A (Honours / Honours with Research)
- B.B.A. (Dual Degree, Honours/ Honours with Research)
- Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Hyderabad
- B.B.A (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Symbiosis Statistical Institute (SSI)
- B.Sc. (Applied Statistics and Data Science) Honours / Honours with Research
- Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS)
- B.Sc. (Sport and Exercise Science) – Honours/ Honours with Research
- Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts (SSLA)
- B.A.(Liberal Arts) Honours/Honours with Research
- B.Sc. (Liberal Arts) Honours/ Honours with Research
SET Exam Pattern:
- Entrance Test Date:
- May 05, 2025 (Monday)
- May 11, 2025 (Sunday)
- Time: 09.00 am to 10.00 am
- Examination Pattern:
| Section | No of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 16 | 16 |
| Quantitative | 16 | 16 |
| General Awareness | 16 | 16 |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 12 | 12 |
| Total | 60 | 60 |
- Total Duration: 1 hour
- Total Marks: 60
SET 2025 Exam Registration Process:
- Exam Dates and Time:
- May 05, 2025 (Monday): 09.00 am to 10.00 am
- May 11, 2025 (Sunday): 09.00 am to 10.00 am
- Registration Process:
- Visit the official website: www.set-test.org.
- Register online before April 12, 2025 (Saturday).
- Note: No changes will be allowed after registration under any circumstances.
- Multiple Test Attempts:
- Candidates can appear for SET on both dates: May 05, 2025, and May 11, 2025.
- If a candidate appears for both tests, the higher score will be considered for the final percentile calculation.
- Exam Norms:
- Question papers will be normalized for difficulty level across both tests.
- No unfair advantage will be given to candidates attempting one or both tests.
- Correspondence regarding normalization or test structure will not be entertained.
Important Reminder: Ensure accurate details while registering, as no changes will be permitted after submission.
SET / SITEEE 2025 Important Dates:
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Closes | April 12, 2025 (Saturday) |
| Payment Closes | April 12, 2025 (Saturday) |
| Admit Card Live | – April 25, 2025 (Friday) for Test 01 |
| – April 30, 2025 (Wednesday) for Test 02 | |
| Test 01 | May 05, 2025 (Monday): |
| – SET: 09.00 am to 10.00 am | |
| – SITEEE: 11.30 am to 12.30 pm | |
| Test 02 | May 11, 2025 (Sunday): |
| – SET: 09.00 am to 10.00 am | |
| – SITEEE: 11.30 am to 12.30 pm | |
| Announcement of Result | May 22, 2025 (Thursday) |
SET/SITEEE 2025 – Eligibility Criteria for Symbiosis Institutes
| Sr. No. | Institute | Programme | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Pune | B.B.A. (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. |
| 2 | Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Noida | B.B.A. (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. |
| 3 | Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Nagpur | B.B.A. (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. |
| 4 | Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR) | B.B.A. (Information Technology) (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. |
| B.C.A. (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. | ||
| 5 | Symbiosis Centre for Media and Communication (SCMC) | B.A. (Mass Communication) (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. |
| B.B.A. (Media Management) (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. | ||
| 6 | Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE) | B.Sc. (Economics) (Honours / Honours with Research) | Passed Standard XII (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Students opting for Honours with Research must earn a 7.5 CGPA by Semester-6. |
How FundaMakers Helps Students Clear the SET Exam
FundaMakers provides a structured and result-oriented approach to help students excel in the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET). Here’s how:
1. Expert Faculty
- Experienced teachers specializing in General English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and Logical Reasoning.
- Detailed guidance on topic-wise concepts and strategies tailored for the SET exam pattern.
2. Comprehensive Study Material
- High-quality, exam-focused study material covering all four sections:
- General English: Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, and Verbal Reasoning.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, Arithmetic, Algebra, and Data Interpretation.
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, Static GK, and important topics for the SET exam.
- Logical Reasoning: Analytical and Critical Reasoning.
- Sectional tests and short notes to master key concepts.
3. Mock Test Series
- Full-length SET mock tests designed to simulate the actual exam.
- Performance analysis with detailed solutions to identify weak areas.
- Adaptive test strategies to improve speed and accuracy.
4. Doubt-Solving Sessions
- Regular live doubt-solving sessions to address specific challenges.
- Personalized attention to ensure clarity in difficult topics.
5. Time Management & Strategy Building
- Expert advice on how to allocate time effectively across the sections.
- Focused strategies to maximize your score with the 60-minute exam time constraint.
6. Focus on General Awareness
- Daily updates and quizzes on current affairs and static GK, curated specifically for SET.
- Special sessions on topics like business, economics, and global trends to help students excel in the General Awareness section.
7. Flexible Learning Options
- Both online and offline classes to cater to every student’s needs.
- Recorded sessions for revision and flexibility.
8. Success Record
- FundaMakers has a proven track record of helping students secure admissions in top Symbiosis institutes like SCMS, SICSR, and SSE.
With FundaMakers’ dedicated support, comprehensive resources, and strategic guidance, students can confidently prepare for and excel in the SET exam.
