SET/ SITEEE ENTRANCE TEST 2026 - TEST OVERVIEW
Candidates aspiring to join any of the following:
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Bachelor of Computer Applications (Honours / Honours with Research)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Information Technology) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Science (Economics) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Science (Applied Statistics and Data Science) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Technology
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Media Management) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Business Administration – Honours / Honours with Research – Dual Degree in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia
- Bachelor of Science (Sport and Exercise Science) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Arts (Liberal Arts) – Honours / Honours with Research / Bachelor of Science (Liberal Arts) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Science (Artificial Intelligence) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Artificial Intelligence) – Honours / Honours with Research
- Bachelor of Business Administration – Honours / Honours with Research – Global Dual Degree, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, comprising one year at SIU Pune (SCMS Pune), one year at SIU Dubai, and two years at Deakin University
- Bachelor of Business Administration – Honours / Honours with Research – Global Dual Degree, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, comprising one year at SIU (SCMS NOIDA), one year at SIU Dubai, and two years at Deakin University
The programmes offered by institutes of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) have to appear for the common, mandatory Computer Based Test(s) (CBT). Since 2018, “SET – General” is known as Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) and “SET – Engineering” as SIT Engineering Entrance Exam (SITEEE). These are conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across various cities of India.
SIU announces the four-year degree programme with multiple entry and exit options as envisioned in the NEP 2020*. The highlights of the new programme offerings are as under
- The Programme framework allows exciting options to pursue single majors, double majors, minors, opportunities to pursue multidisciplinary studies, and Ability and Skill Enhancement Courses.
- Offers a good blend of immersive learning, research, and community engagement.
- Includes opportunities for semester exchange programmes with foreign universities.
- Offers the following exit options
- A Certificate at the end of the first year of the programme with 44 credits.
- A Diploma at the end of the first two years of the programme with 84 credits.
- A UG Degree at the end of 3 years of the programme with 120 credits.
- A UG Degree with Honours / Research at the end of the 4 years of the programme with 160 credits.
- Offers option of Re-entry within 3 years of exit and 7 years as the maximum permissible period to complete the programme.
* Not applicable for programmes under SITEEE.
A candidate needs to register for SET/SITEEE 2026 & also register for the institutes offering his/ her choice of programmes by paying separate programmes registration fees. If shortlisted / merit listed, he/she would then need to attend the further admission process conducted by each of these institutes individually.
Candidates are fully and solely responsible to provide correct information during the application process. If it is found that any information provided by the candidate at the time of filling / submitting the application form is not true, SIU has the right to cancel the application or admission, at any stage, in accordance with its rules and regulations. Any direct or indirect attempt to influence the management and employees of the Institute will lead to automatic disqualification of the candidate.
All communication with candidates will be done through the official email address info@set-test.org and no-reply@set-test.org only. Please ensure that this email address is whitelisted in your registered email. If you do not receive the registration/payment confirmation mail, within 24 hours, please check your spam/junk folder just in case these emails got delivered there instead of your inbox.
Aspirants can complete the Online SET/SITEEE 2026 as well as programme registrations in the same portal (set-test.org).
The Institutes and Programmes for which SET/SITEEE is mandatory:
| Entrance Test | Name of the Institute | Name of the Programmes |
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SET
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Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR)
www.sicsr.ac.in/ |
Bachelor of Computer Applications (Honours / Honours with Research) |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Information Technology) - Honours / Honours with Research | ||
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Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Pune
scmspune.ac.in |
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research) | |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research) - Global Dual Degree, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, comprising one year at SIU Pune (SCMS Pune), one year at SIU Dubai, and two years at Deakin University | ||
|
Symbiosis Centre for Media & Communication (SCMC)
www.scmc.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) - Honours / Honours with Research | |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Media Management) - Honours / Honours with Research | ||
|
Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE)
www.sse.ac.in/ |
Bachelor of Science (Economics) - Honours / Honours with Research | |
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Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Noida
www.scmsnoida.ac.in/ |
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research) | |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research) - Global Dual Degree, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, comprising one year at SIU (SCMS NOIDA), one year at SIU Dubai, and two years at Deakin University | ||
|
Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Nagpur
www.scmsnagpur.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research) | |
|
Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Bengaluru
www.scmsbengaluru.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Business Administration - Honours / Honours with Research | |
| Bachelor of Business Administration - Honours / Honours with Research - Dual Degree in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia | ||
|
Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Hyderabad
scmshyd.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours / Honours with Research) | |
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Symbiosis Statistical Institute (SSI)
ssi.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Science (Applied Statistics and Data Science) - Honours / Honours with Research | |
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Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS)
www.ssss.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Science (Sport and Exercise Science) Honours / Honours with Research | |
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Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts (SSLA)
www.ssla.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Arts (Liberal Arts) Honours / Honours with Research / Bachelor of Science (Liberal Arts) Honours / Honours with Research | |
|
Symbiosis Artificial Intelligence Institute (SAII), Pune
www.saii.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Science (Artificial Intelligence) - Honours / Honours with Research Bachelor of Business Administration (Artificial Intelligence) - Honours / Honours with Research |
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SITEEE
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Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Pune
www.sitpune.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) | |
| Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Robotics and Automation) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Robotics and Artificial Intelligence) | ||
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Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Nagpur
sitnagpur.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | |
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Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Hyderabad
sithyd.edu.in/ |
Bachelor of Technology (Computer Engineering) | |
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Technology) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) |
The Institutes and Programmes for which SET/SITEEE is NOT mandatory:
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Sr. No. |
Name of the Institute |
Name of the Programmes |
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1 |
Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS) |
B.Sc. (Paramedical Technology)- Honours / Honours with Research |
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B. Sc (Paramedical Technology) (Radiology Technology) - Honours / Honours with Research |
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B.Sc. (Behavioural Health Sciences) Honours / Honours with Research |
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2 |
Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON) |
B.Sc. (Nursing) |
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3 |
Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography (SSVAP) (Formerly Symbiosis School of Photography (SSP)) |
B.A. (Visual Arts and Photography) |
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4 |
Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune (SID) |
B. Des. |
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5 |
Symbiosis School of Planning Architecture and Design, Nagpur (SSPAD) |
B. Des. |
|
6 |
Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts and Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS) |
B.Sc. (Culinary Arts) |
|
B.Sc. (Hospitality and Culinary Management) |
Note: Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS), Symbiosis School of Nursing (SCON), Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography (SSVAP) (Formerly Symbiosis School of Photography (SSP)), Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune (SID), Symbiosis School of Planning, Architecture and Design, Nagpur (SSPAD) and Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts and Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS) for should visit the respective institute website for further details.
*The Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT) (Pune, Nagpur and Hyderabad) also admit students through JEE (Main)/Any State Government Engineering Entrance Examination (ASGEEE).
| Sr. No | Name of the Institute | Name of the Programmes |
| 1 | Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT)*, Pune | Bachelor of Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) |
| Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Robotics and Automation) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Robotics and Artificial Intelligence) | ||
| 2 | Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT)*, Nagpur | Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) |
| 3 | Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT)*, Hyderabad | Bachelor of Technology (Computer Engineering) |
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Technology) | ||
| Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) |
Shortlisting and Admission Process:
Candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interaction (PI) process based on their respective Entrance Test marks. Please check the respective institute website for information and dates of Personal Interaction (PI).
The further admission process is conducted separately for each programme by each Institute. The cut-off for shortlisting is also calculated separately for each programme. Based on her/his overall SET percentile, a particular candidate may get shortlisted for more than one programme. In such a scenario the candidate is expected to participate in the PI for each programme separately.
Please note that institutes shortlist candidates who have appeared for the entrance test and paid for the programme for the subsequent process based on their own criteria, which may be independent of each other. The process may include any or all of the following, Writing Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), Studio Test (ST) and Personal Interview (PI). Performance in SET/SITEEE is an important component in the admission process. Institutes may additionally use other factors such as but not limited to the previous academic performance of the candidates, relevant work experience, gender and academic diversity and other similar inputs in their merit listing process. Weightages allocated to these parameters may vary across institutes/programmes.
**Disclaimer:
It is mandatory to attend all components / tests of Personal Interaction (PI) to be eligible for admission to any UG programmes. Only candidates who attend all components / tests of selection process (Personal Interaction (PI) shall be considered as eligible for generation of merit / wait / reject list. Candidates who remain absent for any one of the component / tests will be considered as ineligible for selection process of UG degree programmes of SIU.
Merit List Declaration and Admission Process for SET 2026
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Sr. No |
Institute Programme |
Entrance Test Applicable |
Entrance Test (60 marks) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Scaled up to 70 marks |
Personal Interaction (PI) |
Total |
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1
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SCMS, Pune |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
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| B.B.A. - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
| B.B.A - Honours/ Honours with Research - Global Dual Degree, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, comprising one year at SIU Pune (SCMS Pune), one year at SIU Dubai, and two years at Deakin University | |||||
|
2
|
SCMS-NOIDA |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.B.A. - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
| B.B.A - Honours/ Honours with Research - Global Dual Degree, in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia, comprising one year at SIU (SCMS NOIDA), one year at SIU Dubai, and two years at Deakin University | |||||
|
3
|
SCMS, Nagpur |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.B.A. - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
|
4
|
SSE |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.Sc. (Economics) -Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
|
5
|
SICSR |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.B.A (Information Technology) - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
| B.C.A - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
|
6
|
SCMS, Bengaluru |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.B.A. - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
| B.B.A. (Dual Degree, Honours/ Honours with Research) - Dual Degree in collaboration with Deakin University, Australia | |||||
|
7
|
SCMS, Hyderabad |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.B.A. - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
|
8
|
SSI, Pune |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.Sc. (Applied Statistics and Data Science) - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
|
9
|
SCMC |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.A. (Mass Communication) - Honours / Honours with Research | |||||
| B.B.A (Media Management) Honours/ Honours with Research | |||||
|
10
|
SSSS |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.Sc. (Sport and Exercise Science) - Honours/ Honours with Research | |||||
|
11
|
SSLA |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
|
| B.A. (Liberal Arts) Honours/Honours with Research | |||||
| B.Sc. (Liberal Arts) Honours/ Honours with Research | |||||
|
12
|
SAII, Pune |
SET
|
70
|
30
|
100
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| B.Sc. (Artificial Intelligence) - Honours/ Honours with Research | |||||
| B.B.A (Artificial Intelligence) - Honours/ Honours with Research | |||||
Merit List Declaration and Admission Process for SITEEE **
| Sr. No | Institute and Programme | Entrance Test Applicable | Programme | Remarks |
| 1 | SIT Pune | SITEEE | Bachelor of Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) |
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| Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology (Robotics and Automation) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology (Robotics and Artificial Intelligence) | ||||
| 2 | SIT Nagpur | SITEEE | Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | |
| 3 | SIT Hyderabad | SITEEE | Bachelor of Technology (Computer Engineering) | |
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Engineering) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science and Technology) | ||||
| Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) |
**Subject to change
Category-wise cut off for Merit List and Wait List will be displayed on the website of the respective institutes. Wait list movement will depend upon the vacant seats available.
SET/SITEEE Test 2026 Score will be valid only for admission to selected programmes of SIU for the academic year 2026-27.
Please note that all admissions are provisional and will be confirmed on payment of fees on or before the due date and subject to fulfilment of eligibility conditions of the respective programme(s) and in accordance with the rules of the Symbiosis International (Deemed University).