Symbiosis International (Deemed University)’s SET 2023 just got over. Based on the syllabus and the test paper given by the university for the academic year 2023, find below all the necessary information you may require for preparing for SET 2024. This article talks about the exam structure, test pattern, syllabus, section-wise topics, and more.
According to the SET examination format, there will be a total of 60 questions in the question paper, and the allotted time duration will be 60 minutes. The question paper for SET will be categorized into four sections: General Awareness, Analytical and Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques, and General English. All questions asked will be of MCQ type. Below is a table showcasing the marks breakup for each section
|
Name of Section |
Marks Allotted |
|
General Awareness |
16 |
|
Analytical and Logical Reasoning |
12 |
|
Quantitative Techniques |
16 |
|
General English |
16 |
|
Total |
60 |
Candidates should also note that there will be no negative marking.
The Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is an online test that covers the questions on major topics of class XII. Except for General Awareness and Reasoning, the candidates can prepare for the SET exam with their class XII books. There is no negative marking on the test. Preparation for SET 2024 should be based on the following important topics mentioned in the Symbiosis SET syllabus 2023.
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Section |
Books to use |
General EnglishReading Comprehension Para-jumble Vocabulary Idioms and Phrases Fill in the Blanks Para Completion Antonym, Synonym, Confusing Words |
General EnglishHigh School English Composition by Wren & Martin Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension by Nishit K Sinha English newspapers for Editorial and short articles ‘Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis Solve the Verbal Ability questions, especially on Para summary, and Jumbled Paragraphs. |
Quantitative TechniquesNumber System Percentage Simple Interest and Compound Interest Profit, Loss, and Distance Average Time and Work Ratio, Proportion, and Variation Time, Speed, and Distance Sequence and Series Mensuration Permutations and Combinations Probability Equations Logarithm Geometry Coordinate Geometry Matrices and Determinants |
Quantitative Techniques‘The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for competitive exams’ book. Class X CBSE-prescribed books on Mathematics How to prepare for Quantitative for the CAT book by Arun Sharma, MGH Education publication ‘Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT’ by Nishit K.Sinha, Published by Pearson Quant study modules by TIME, CL, IMS |
General AwarenessCurrent national Affairs Current International Affairs Static GK questions like Currencies, capitals, Geography, Books & Authors, based questions Appointments, Agreements, questions based on the constitution Questions based on Economics, finance |
General AwarenessNewspapers like The Hindu, ToI, and Economic Times Current Manorama Year Book Mock tests, sample GK questions provided by top coaching centers. Previous SET exam papers |
Analytical & Logical ReasoningSequencing and Arrangement Team Selection Fact Inference Judgment Passage Conclusion Analogy Statement Argument Assertions reasons Family tree Direction Series, cause & effect, calendar, distribution |
Analytical & Logical ReasoningA Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by R.S. Agarwal published by S.Chand& Co How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT’ - by Arun Sharma, McGraw Hill publication. ‘Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT’ -Nishit K Sinha, Pearson publication |
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Yes, those who belong to reserved categories (SC/ST/PwD) will get a 5 percent relaxation of the total criteria. They will be required to have scored 45% aggregate in Class XII.
Yes, you will be required to apply for each course separately. This means you must fill out two separate SET application forms and pay the application fee separately.
The SET 2023 question paper has four sections, i.e, Analytical and Logical Reasoning, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness.
The SET exam is a national-level entrance exam that is conducted only once a year. This year the exam conducted on May 06 & May 14, 2023