SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test)

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Updated On Date: 22/08/2025

SET 2026 CUT OFF

SET 2026 CUT OFF

The SET 2026 cut-off refers to the minimum score or percentile required to qualify for the next stages of the admission process at various Symbiosis International University (SIU) institutes. Since SET is used for multiple undergraduate programs across Symbiosis colleges, the cut-offs vary depending on the institute, course, and test category.

SET 2026 Expected Cut-Off Dates

  • Exam Date: May 2026 (Tentative)
  • Result Declaration: Third week of May 2026
  • Cut-Off Release: Last week of May 2026 (after results)
  • PI-WAT / Studio Test Rounds: June 2026

Factors Affecting SET 2026 Cut-Off

The cut-off for SET 2026 will depend on several factors, including

  • Total number of candidates appearing for SET 2026.
  • Difficulty level of the exam.
  • Number of seats available in each program.
  • Previous year cut-off trends.
  • Performance of candidates across all sections.

Expected SET 2026 Cut-Offs (Institute-Wise)

SET-General 2026 Cut-Off (Expected)

Institute

Program

Expected Cut-Off (Marks)

Expected Percentile

SCMS Pune

BBA

82-88

92+

SCMS Nagpur

BBA

68-74

80+

SICSR Pune

BCA, BBA (IT)

70-78

85+

SSE Pune

B.Sc. (Economics)

75-80

88+

SSLA Pune

Liberal Arts

65-72

78+

SSSS Pune

Sports Science

55-62

70+

Post Cut-Off Process

After clearing the SET cut-off

  1. Shortlisting – Institutes shortlist candidates based on scores.
  2. PI-WAT / Studio Test –
    • PI: Personal Interview
    • WAT: Written Ability Test
    • Studio Test / Portfolio Review (for SEED applicants)
  3. Final Merit List – Based on combined performance in:
    • SET score
    • PI-WAT / Studio Test
    • Academic profile (in some cases)

Key Points About SET 2026 Cut-Off

  • Cut-offs are released separately for each institute and program.
  • Higher-ranked institutes like SCMS Pune and SLS Pune usually have the highest cut-offs.
  • Always apply to multiple Symbiosis institutes to maximize your chances.
  • Prepare well for PI-WAT/Studio rounds, as final selection does not depend solely on SET marks.
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SET 2026 Cut-Off FAQs

Ques.1 What is the SET 2026 cut-off?

Ans: The SET 2026 cut-off is the minimum score or percentile required by candidates to qualify for the next round of the selection process at different Symbiosis institutes.

Ques.2 When will the SET 2026 cut-off be released?

Ans: The cut-off list will be released after the declaration of the SET 2026 results in May 2026 (tentative). Each participating institute will publish its separate cut-off on its official website. 

Ques.3 Who releases the SET 2026 cut-off?

Ans: The Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU) does not release a common cut-off. Instead, each Symbiosis institute declares its own cut-off marks for the programs offered.

Ques.4 Are the SET 2026 cut-offs the same for all Symbiosis institutes?

Ans: No, each participating institute sets its own cut-off based on factors such as:

  • Number of seats available
  • Number of candidates appearing
  • Difficulty level of the exam
  • Overall performance of candidates

Ques.5 Will the SET 2026 cut-off be released in marks or percentiles?

Ans: Generally, SET cut-offs are released in terms of marks. However, some institutes may also release percentile-based cut-offs.
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