SET 2026 Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility and Process

The SET 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in May 2026, and the application form is likely to be released soon. The official dates have not been confirmed yet, but the Symbiosis SET 2026 application window is expected to open in the first week of December 2025. The authorities will announce the registration deadline and fee payment schedule online.

Earlier, SIU shared the tentative dates on the official website and removed them a few hours later, hinting at a technical update or revised plan. As per the previous schedule, the exam was expected on May 2, 2026, and May 10, 2026. Students can check the tentative dates, eligibility rules and application steps below.

SET 2026 Exam Dates (Tentative)

The table below highlights the expected schedule for SET 2026.

SET 2026 Dates

These dates give students a clear idea of the expected schedule and help them plan their preparation and registration well in advance.

SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Aspiring candidates must meet the eligibility conditions mentioned below to appear for the exam.

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board.
• A minimum of 50% aggregate in Class 12 is required.
• A 5% relaxation applies to SC/ST candidates. They must score at least 45% in Class 12.
• Students appearing for Class 12 or awaiting results can apply provisionally.
• Those who completed Class 12 from a Foreign Board must hold an equivalence certificate from AIU to be eligible.

These criteria ensure that students from different boards and academic backgrounds can apply for the exam.

How to Apply for SET Exam 2026?

Students can complete the SET 2026 application form online by following the steps listed below.

1. Visit the official website set-test.org.
2. Register as a new user and enter personal and communication details.
3. Verify Part 1 of the SET form using the OTP sent to the registered contact.
4. Receive the SET ID and Password through SMS and email.
5. Pay the application fee of INR 2250 as instructed.
6. Complete Part 2 by selecting the preferred test city, institute and uploading required documents.
7. Pay INR 1000 as the institute fee and download the completed application form.

Students should keep all documents ready and ensure that information entered in the form is accurate before submission.

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