SET Exam

SAT Exam Pattern

SET exam will be conducted in internet-based test mode. The SET question paper has four sections which will have questions based on Analytical and Logical Reasoning, General Awareness, General English and Quantitative Aptitude. There will be multiple-choice questions.

The below table provides an idea about the SET exam pattern.

Components Details
No. of Sections
4
Exam Duration
90 minutes
Exam Mode
Computer Based
Total Marks
60

Section-wise Breakup of Questions

The question weightage is as under for the SET exam.

Section Name Sub-Section Number of Questions Time Limit (in mins.)
Evidence-based Reading and Writing

Reading Test

Writing and Language Test

52

44

65

35

Mathematics

Math without a Calculator

Math with a Calculator

20

38

25

55

Essay (Optional)
-
1
50
Total
-
154 (155 with Essay)
180 (230 with Essay)

SAT Exam Syllabus

SAT Reading— Comprising of reading comprehension, every passage under this section has 10-11 questions. Having a total of 5 passages of varying lengths, this section aims to evaluate your ability to comprehend written text, understand the meaning of words in different contexts as well as their associated terms with implied meanings.

SAT Writing– Having 4 passages with 10-11 questions each, you are expected to find errors, rephrase, and rewrite highlighted sentences with alternative text, amongst others. It focuses on assessing the candidate’s understanding of vocabulary as well as grammar.

SAT Mathematics– Constituted of two sub-sections divided into the 25-minute section provided with no calculator and a 55-minute section with a calculator allowed. It has 58 questions spread across varied basics of mathematics such as algebra, statistics, geometry, arithmetic, probability, data interpretation, and problem-solving questions.

SAT Essay (Optional)– Aiming to analyse one’s quality of writing as well as English comprehension, this section has an essay question (650-700 words) focusing on an issue and asking the candidate to take a stance on one side of the topic. Make sure you keep your analysis limited to the given data with precise explanation and don’t elaborate upon personal opinions.