SET 2026 expected qualifying cutoff ranges from 39 to 55 out of 60, depending on the Symbiosis institute, program, and applicant category — with SLS Pune BA LLB and SCMS Pune BBA posting the highest thresholds based on SET 2025 trends.
The Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) 2026 is conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for undergraduate admissions to BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCA, BMC, and BA Economics programs across Symbiosis institutes in Pune, Noida, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Nagpur. SET 2026 is a 60-minute, 60-mark objective test with no negative marking. Since official cutoffs are declared after the result, all figures here are expected ranges based on SET 2024 and SET 2025 data.
- SET 2026 has a maximum score of 60 marks (60 questions, 1 mark each, no negative marking).
- Expected general category cutoff at SCMS Pune BBA: 47–52 out of 60, based on 2025 trends.
- Expected cutoff at SLS Pune BA LLB or BBA LLB: 49–55 out of 60 for general category.
- SC and ST students typically qualify with scores 12–15 marks lower than the general category cutoff.
- Clearing SET 2026 cutoff qualifies students for PI and WAT — final merit includes all three components.
- Official SET 2026 cutoffs are expected around July 15, 2026.
| Direct Link to SET 2026 Result and Cutoff (Expected July 15, 2026) — www.set-test.org |
SET 2026 Cutoff Overview
The SET 2026 cutoff is the minimum score a student must secure in the Symbiosis Entrance Test to advance to the Personal Interaction (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) stage at a chosen Symbiosis institute. SET 2026 is scored out of 60, with the exam split across four sections: General English (16 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (16 marks), General Awareness (16 marks), and Analytical and Logical Reasoning (12 marks). There is no negative marking.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 60 |
| Total Questions | 60 (1 mark each) |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Sections | General English, Quantitative, General Awareness, Logical Reasoning |
| Cutoff Nature | Minimum qualifying score per institute and program |
| Expected Result and Cutoff Date | July 15, 2026 |
The cutoff for SET 2026 will be determined after results are declared and reflects the score of the last student admitted in each program. Pune-based campuses consistently post higher cutoffs than Noida, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad due to higher seat demand and lower intake.
College-Wise Expected SET 2026 Cutoffs
The table below gives expected SET 2026 qualifying score ranges for major Symbiosis institutes across all campuses, based on SET 2024 and SET 2025 trends. All figures are indicative; official cutoffs will be published at set-test.org after the SET 2026 result is declared.
| Institute | Program | General (Expected) | OBC (Expected) | SC / ST (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCMS Pune | BBA | 47–52 | 41–47 | 33–40 |
| SCMS Noida | BBA | 43–49 | 38–44 | 30–37 |
| SCMS Bengaluru | BBA | 41–47 | 36–42 | 28–35 |
| SCMS Hyderabad | BBA | 39–45 | 34–40 | 27–34 |
| SLS Pune | BA LLB / BBA LLB | 49–55 | 43–49 | 35–43 |
| SLS Noida | BA LLB / BBA LLB | 45–51 | 39–45 | 31–39 |
| SLS Hyderabad | BA LLB / BBA LLB | 42–48 | 37–43 | 29–37 |
| SICSR Pune | BCA / BSc Computer Science | 40–46 | 35–41 | 27–34 |
| SSMC Pune | BMC (Media and Communication) | 41–47 | 36–42 | 28–35 |
| SSE Pune | BA Economics | 38–44 | 33–39 | 26–33 |
All scores are out of 60. SLS Pune consistently holds the highest cutoff among all Symbiosis programs for the law stream, while SCMS Pune BBA is the most competitive management program. SICSR BCA and SSE Economics have comparatively more accessible cutoffs.
Category-Wise SET 2026 Cutoff Analysis
SET 2026 cutoffs follow a tiered structure. General category students need the highest raw score, while OBC students see a relaxation of approximately 5–6 marks and SC or ST students benefit from a relaxation of 12–15 marks relative to the general cutoff at the same institute.
| Category | SCMS Pune BBA (Expected) | SLS Pune BA LLB (Expected) | SICSR Pune BCA (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 47–52 | 49–55 | 40–46 |
| OBC / EWS | 41–47 | 43–49 | 35–41 |
| SC | 33–40 | 35–43 | 27–34 |
| ST | 30–37 | 32–40 | 24–31 |
| Differently Abled (DA) | 28–35 | 30–38 | 22–29 |
International and NRI applicants follow a separate SET process and are not benchmarked against domestic cutoffs. Kashmiri Migrant and Defence category cutoffs are typically aligned with SC or ST relaxation norms at most Symbiosis institutes.
Factors Affecting SET 2026 Cutoffs
Several variables will shape the final SET 2026 cutoffs when they are officially released:
- Number of test takers: A larger SET 2026 applicant pool raises competition, pushing cutoffs upward at high-demand programs like SCMS Pune BBA and SLS Pune.
- Exam difficulty: A harder SET 2026 paper tends to lower raw cutoff marks; an easier paper raises the threshold as more students score higher.
- Seats available: Institutes with fewer available seats in a program consistently maintain higher SET cutoffs. SCMS Pune and SLS Pune have comparatively limited intake for BBA and BA LLB respectively.
- PI-WAT round weight: SET score alone does not determine admission. Students must appear for Personal Interaction (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) after clearing the written cutoff. Final selection is based on a composite of SET, PI, and WAT scores.
- Year-on-year trends: SET cutoffs have risen incrementally each year as SET gains popularity. Students targeting Pune institutes should aim for scores in the upper range of the expected bands.
How to Use SET 2026 Cutoff for Admissions Planning
Students who have appeared in SET 2026 can use the expected cutoff data to plan institute preferences before official results are declared:
- Match your expected score with the cutoff range for your target institute and program from the tables above.
- Check your category cutoff — if you belong to OBC, SC, ST, or DA categories, your qualifying threshold is lower than the general cutoff at the same institute.
- Shortlist 3–5 institutes where your score is comfortably above the expected cutoff, keeping at least one option where the cutoff is well within your reach.
- Prepare for PI and WAT in parallel — a score above the cutoff only opens the next stage. Institutes weigh PI and WAT heavily in the final merit list.
- Track official SET 2026 cutoffs at set-test.org once results are published on or around July 15, 2026.
SET 2026 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected SET 2026 cutoff for SCMS Pune BBA?
Ans. Based on SET 2025 trends, the expected SET 2026 cutoff for SCMS Pune BBA is 47–52 out of 60 for general category students. OBC students may need 41–47, while SC and ST students may qualify with 33–40.
Ques. What is the total marks for SET 2026?
Ans. SET 2026 has a total of 60 marks. The test has 60 objective-type questions carrying 1 mark each across four sections — General English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and Analytical and Logical Reasoning. There is no negative marking.
Ques. Which Symbiosis institute has the highest SET 2026 cutoff?
Ans. Based on previous year trends, SLS Pune for BA LLB and BBA LLB has the highest expected SET 2026 cutoff at 49–55 out of 60 for the general category, followed closely by SCMS Pune BBA at 47–52. Pune campuses consistently hold higher cutoffs than Noida, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad campuses.
Ques. When will SET 2026 official cutoffs be released?
Ans. SET 2026 official cutoffs are expected to be released around July 15, 2026 along with the SET 2026 result on the official portal at set-test.org.
Ques. Does clearing the SET 2026 cutoff guarantee admission?
Ans. No. Clearing the SET 2026 cutoff only qualifies a student for the next stage — Personal Interaction (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT). Final admission is based on a composite score of SET, PI, and WAT. Students must perform well in the PI-WAT round to secure a seat.
Ques. Is the SET 2026 cutoff the same across all Symbiosis campuses?
Ans. No, the SET 2026 cutoff varies by institute, campus, program, and category. Pune-based institutes like SCMS Pune and SLS Pune post higher cutoffs than Noida, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad campuses due to greater seat demand and lower available intake. Each institute publishes its own program-wise cutoff after the result.
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