How to Prepare for Symbiosis Entrance Test?

Among many entrance exams all over India, Symbiosis SET is very popular to get a chance to pursue different courses in different Symbiosis Institutes. Now the question is, how to do your preparation for the Symbiosis Entrance Test 2022? The tentative date for Symbiosis SET 2022 is the last week of June 2022. Therefore, only a mere 6 months are remaining for this SET exam. So, the best time is now to start your Symbiosis SET 2022 preparation. Through this article, we will look at a few general tips about how to take your preparation for the Symbiosis Entrance Test.

How to Prepare for Symbiosis Entrance Test?

The points that we will discuss are generalized ones to help all the Symbiosis SET 2022 aspirants out there. You may need to modify it to your best convenience while applying the tips for your preparation. 

1. Know Symbiosis SET 2022 Exam Pattern

Before starting your preparation, the primary thing is to know how the exam will be held and what is its exam pattern.

SET 2022 Exam Pattern

Particulars	Information
Exam Will be Conducted?	Online (Computer-Based-Test)
Tentative Exam Date?	Last week of June 2022
How Many Questions?	150
How Much Time is Allotted?	2 Hours
How Many Sessions?	Only One Session
What is the Timing?	Tentatively 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM
What Type of Questions?	MCQ
What are the Total Marks?	150
Is There Negative Marking?	No Negative Marking
Marks for Each Question?	+1

Moreover, now we will take a look at the no of questions per section and no of sections with the help of this table below.

SET Marking Scheme

Section	Marks	Total no of Questions
Reasoning	30	30
English Language	40	40
General Awareness	40	40
Quantitative Aptitude	40	40

Read More: SET 2022 Exam Pattern

2. Prepare According to the Syllabus

Go to the official SET 2022 syllabus and read carefully. Every question paper will have four sections. Do not leave any topics unprepared. If you have the syllabus with you, you can be aware of if any topics are being left behind or not.

Some important topics in each section are given in the below table.

SET Syllabus

Subject	Important Topics
Reasoning	Ven Diagram Syllogism Blood Relation Arrangements Cause and Effect
English Language	Error Detection Synonyms and Antonyms Vocabulary Preposition Reading Comprehension Idioms and Phrases
General Awareness	Static Gk  Current Affairs
Quantitative Aptitude	Time and Work Profit and Loss Simple and Compound Interest Probability Permutation and Combination Number System

Read More: SET Syllabus

3. Study Materials

You need to collect good study materials. Study materials are available both online and offline. By offline means, good-quality books for SET 2022 are available. In online mode, you can also buy e-books. Sometimes, you will come across free resources on the internet, but they are not trustworthy, so I am advising you to not put your effort into that. Many premier SET 2022 coaching institutes provide study materials in pdf format in exchange for money. Those can be purchased as well. However, before buying anything, be it a study material or book, check whether they are covering every important section from the syllabus or not. Also, read some user reviews to get information about how effective they are. 

4. Prepare Your Study Plan

Try to create a  timetable for the topics you need to study each day, which chapters to study first, and how to arrange the topics as you have now adequate resources and information about the curriculum and test structure. The timetable should also include the amount of time each topic should receive each day. Build it as per your preferences, but be cautious to not make it so that it appears that there is more leisure time than actual study time.

5. Regular Mock Tests

There is no replacement for regularly practicing for SET 2022 and taking mock exams. Good quality mock exams may be purchased, and some websites even offer a free mock test once a month. Attempt section-by-section mocks first, after that go on to full-time mocks. It will assist you in managing time in the exam and you will have a sense of what to expect.

6. Previous Year Paper

While mock tests will help you prepare for the upcoming exam, solving previous question papers will help you understand, in reality, which type of questions were asked. What their level of toughness was. Though questions were never repeated, some patterns remain unchanged. Therefore, it will be very helpful for your upcoming exam. 

7. Remain Consistent

Consistency is the way towards success. Following a  rigid study plan too long may feel boring. However, remember, the efforts you are putting in today will affect the exam result. Give mock tests regularly, practice at least 5 questions from each section daily. It is hard to follow, but those who will overcome this hurdle will be successful. Always remember, “ Slow but steady wins the race”. 

8. Avoid Distractions

At the time of the study, only focus on the study. Never study with a mobile phone beside you. While studying, avoid any social media interactions. Instead, finish a topic, take a short break, relax, and use your phone. Nevertheless, while studying, avoid all those distractions.

9. Revise Your Lesson

Another important point is revision. Make a note about the topic that you are reading today. So, tomorrow, when you will start a new topic, go through that note once. Similarly, do it again for the upcoming day. It will serve as the last-minute guide before the exam. 

10. Keeping Your Focus 

It is extremely easy to lose your way. It is easier to get distracted. If you follow the points mentioned earlier, you will ace the exam with a guarantee. However, the thing is, a handful of students can follow this roadmap till the end. Then, it is up to you whether you want to be among that success story you hear after every exam or, like many other students, who derailed and ended up as a failure.