SET 2026 is a 60-question, 60-mark online test with no negative marking - making section time management the single biggest differentiator between students who score 50+ and those who do not. Download the last 10 years SET question papers with solutions and full-length sample papers below, then use the section wise weightage table to find where your marks are coming from.
Official website: set-test.org
- Full paper: 60 questions, 60 marks, 60 minutes | Marking: +1 for correct, no negative marking
- 4 sections: General English (16Q), Quantitative Aptitude (16Q), General Awareness (16Q), Analytical and Logical Reasoning (12Q)
- SET 2026 scores accepted by 50+ Symbiosis institutes for BBA, B.Com, BA LLB, and other programs
- No sectional time limit - you manage your own 60 minutes across all 4 sections
- Over 1.5 lakh students registered for SET in 2025
- 40+ out of 60 is the working benchmark for SIBM Pune BBA; cut-offs vary by program
SET Sample Papers 2026 - Download Full-length PDFs
Solve the 5 full-length papers below before moving to previous year papers. Each mirrors the current 60-question pattern across all 4 sections.
| Sample Paper | PDF Download |
|---|---|
| SET Sample Paper 1 | Download PDF |
| SET Sample Paper 2 | Download PDF |
| SET Sample Paper 3 | Download PDF |
| SET Sample Paper 4 | Download PDF |
| SET Sample Paper 5 | Download PDF |
PDFs will be updated as new papers are added. Bookmark this page.
Previous year SET question papers from 2019 onwards are below. Start with 2024 and 2023 - these reflect the current CBT pattern most accurately.
| Year | Sets Available | Solutions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Test 1 | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2025 | Full Paper | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2024 | Full Paper | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2023 | Full Paper | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2022 | Full Paper | Available | Official Site |
SET Exam Pattern and Marks Distribution 2026
SET 2026 follows the same format since the shift to CBT in 2019. No changes in section structure or marking for 2026.
- Total: 60 questions | 60 marks | 60 minutes | +1 per correct, no negative marking
- General English (16Q) | Quantitative Aptitude (16Q) | General Awareness (16Q) | Analytical Reasoning (12Q)
- Online CBT, conducted in a single window in May | Rough work: use the on-screen scratch pad
SET Sample Papers with CBT Pattern - Why 2023 Onwards Papers Matter Most
SET moved from pen-and-paper to CBT in 2019. Papers from 2023 and 2024 match the current question style most closely. Avoid pre-2019 papers for timed practice.
- Start with 2024: closest to 2026 difficulty and question types
- GA in 2025 had 10+ current affairs questions from October 2024 to March 2025 - plan prep around that window
- Reasoning difficulty increased in 2024 - seating arrangements and blood relations appeared more often
SET Section Wise Weightage - High Scoring Topics to Focus in Sample Papers
Use this table to plan revision time. GA carries as many marks as English and Quant but needs current affairs reading, not concepts.
| Section / Topic | Questions | Difficulty | What to Watch For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension (English) | 4-5 | Moderate | Inference and tone questions |
| Grammar and Vocabulary (English) | 7-8 | Easy-Moderate | Tense errors, synonyms, fill in the blanks |
| Para Jumbles and Para Completion (English) | 2-3 | Moderate | Transition words, sentence connectors |
| Arithmetic - Percentages, Ratio, Profit and Loss (Quant) | 6-7 | Easy-Moderate | Multi-step chains, simple vs compound interest |
| Data Interpretation and Algebra (Quant) | 5-6 | Moderate | Pie charts, bar graphs, linear equations |
| Current Affairs - Last 6 Months (GA) | 9-10 | Easy-Moderate | Business, sports, national awards |
| Static GK - History, Geography, Polity (GA) | 5-6 | Easy | Class 10-12 level, India-specific facts |
| Logical Deduction and Arrangements (AR) | 6-7 | Moderate-Hard | Seating arrangements, syllogisms |
| Coding-Decoding and Blood Relations (AR) | 4-5 | Easy-Moderate | Pattern-based, solvable in 60 seconds |
Do not skip Static GK - predictable, repeatable, and 5 to 6 questions you can prepare in a single week.
SET Sample Paper Video Solutions 2026 - Watch Before You Start Solving
Watching a walkthrough before solving shows the right approach - section order, pacing, and what the exam looks like on screen.
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How to Use SET Sample Papers to Clear with 45+ Score in First Attempt
Students who cross 45 sort wrong answers by section, find the root cause, and set one specific target for the next paper.
- Attempt every question - no negative marking means skipping is always the wrong call
- After each paper, sort wrong answers: concept gap, time-pressure guess, or careless error
- For concept gaps: read the topic, do 10 focused questions, then return to full papers
- Track per-section time across 5 papers - most students find they spend 22+ minutes on GA and rush Quant
SET Section Time Management - Which Order to Attempt 4 Sections in 60 Minutes
No sectional time limit means the order is yours. Start with your strongest section to bank easy marks fast, then move to GA, and leave Analytical Reasoning last if puzzles slow you down.
- Recommended order: GA (14 mins) - English (16 mins) - Quant (16 mins) - Reasoning (14 mins)
- If Quant is your strength, do it first - bank marks when focus is sharpest
- Spend no more than 90 seconds per question; mark doubtful ones and return at the end
- Guess on every unanswered question before time is up - no penalty for wrong answers
SET 4 Week Preparation Plan Using Sample Papers
- Week 1 - Solve the 2024 SET paper untimed. Note which section was slowest and list every question you skipped. This gap analysis shapes the rest of your prep.
- Week 2 - Work on the 2 weakest topics from Week 1. Then solve the 2023 paper timed at 60 minutes and aim for 38+.
- Week 3 - Solve 2 full papers in a single session. Track per-section accuracy and time. Target 44+. Update GA prep with current affairs from the last 6 months.
- Week 4 - One full paper daily at strict 60-minute timing. Review your error log after each. Stop new papers 2 days before the exam and revise error patterns only.
FAQs on SET Sample Papers 2026
Ques. How many SET sample papers are enough to score 50+ out of 60?
Ans. 8 to 10 full-length papers is the working number, but only if you review mistakes after each one. Students who solve 20 papers without an error log plateau around 38 to 42 marks.
Ques. Are SET PYQ questions repeated in new papers?
Ans. Exact repeats are rare, but concept areas repeat every year. Percentage problems, inference questions, and syllogism-based reasoning appear in almost every SET paper.
Ques. Which section should I start with in the SET exam?
Ans. Start with your strongest section. Most students find GA or English the fastest; keep Reasoning and Quant for the middle portion of the paper.
Ques. Can I clear SET in 30 days using only sample papers?
Ans. Yes, if your Class 12 basics are in place. Week 1 to find gaps, 2 weeks on weak topics, final week for daily timed full-length sets.
Ques. Where can I download SET previous year papers with answer key PDF for free?
Ans. SET previous year papers with solutions are on Collegedunia and the official website at set-test.org. The official site also runs a mock test window before the exam.
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