Maharashtra SET 2022 – Maharashtra State Eligibility Test or Maharashtra SET 2022 is an annual statewide exam. Savitribai Phule Pune University conducts Maharashtra SET every year. Interested candidates can check out the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, mark distribution and download the notification as well as the admit card from the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University at : setexam.unipune.ac.in. Maharashtra SET 2022 is an eligibility test conducted to recruit and promote lecturers, research fellows and assistant professors to colleges within the states of Maharashtra and Goa. Check out complete details of the Maharashtra SET 2022 from this article.
Maharashtra SET 2022
The date of examination of Maharashtra SET is to be declared soon along with the release of the official notification commencing the exam. Candidates can find information regarding how to apply, detailed exam pattern, syllabus, mark distribution, details on downloading admit cards, preparation tips and necessary books in this article. So make sure to read the entire article.
Events | Date |
Maharashtra SET 2022 notification date | Not yet announced |
Start of Maharashtra SET registration | Not yet announced |
Last date to apply | Not yet announced |
Last date to remit application fee | Not yet announced |
Final verification of fee payment | Not yet announced |
Form correction | Not yet announced |
Admit card release date | Not yet announced |
Maharashtra SET 2022 exam date | Not yet announced |
Answer key | Not yet announced |
Result declaration | Not yet announced |
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Overview of Maharashtra SET
Maharashtra SET Exam is a statewide exam conducted every year by Savitribai Phule Pune University. Eligible candidates can get the exam pattern at the official website : setexam.unipune.ac.in. This test is conducted to recruit and promote lecturers, research fellows and assistant professors to colleges within the states of Maharashtra and Goa.
Exam name | Maharashtra SET 2022 |
Conducting body | Savitribai Phule Pune University |
Level of exam | State level examination |
Year | 2022 |
Educational qualification | Master’s Degree |
Application fee | General – Rs.800 Reserved Categories – Rs.650 |
Application mode | Online |
Exam Pattern | Paper 1 Paper 2 |
Exam mode | Offline |
Official website | setexam.unipune.ac.in |
Maharashtra SET Notification
The official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University has not yet released the exam notification for the year 2022. The previous year exam notification is given below.

Maharashtra SET Eligibility
The eligibility criteria of a candidate to appear in Maharashtra SET are as given below:
- Candidates must have a Master’s Degree/Post Graduate Diploma
- Those who are appearing for the master’s degree will be eligible provisionally
- Candidates can appear for SET in the subject of their PG only
- If Subject taken in Master’s is not available among the SET subjects can appear in a related subject
Complete Eligibility criteria for Maharashtra SET exam can be seen from the images attached below


Maharashtra SET Application Form
The mode of application for the Maharashtra SET Exam is online. Candidates are not required to send any certificates or documents in support of their eligibility. They are also not required to print out of their application form to any coordinating Center in the States of Maharashtra and Goa or to SET Department, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
Examination fee to be remitted :
Category of candidates | Application Fee |
OPEN | ₹800 |
SC/ST/**PwD/Transgender | ₹650 |
OBC/DT(A)(VJ)/NT(B)/NT(C)/NT(D)/SBC ( Non-Creamy Layer only)/EWS (Open) including Orphan | ₹650 |
Note: The candidates of other states except Goa, belonging to reserved categories shall be treated as Open/general category, as per the reservation policy of Maharashtra & Goa states.
Maharashtra SET Subjects
Given below is the subjects for Maharashtra SET Examination

Maharashtra SET Syllabus
Given below is the syllabus for Maharashtra SET Examination
- General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (Paper-I)
- Marathi
- Hindi
- English
- Sanskrit
- Urdu
- History
- Economics
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Political Science
- Defence & Strategic Studies
- Home Science
- Library & Information Science
- Journalism & Mass Communication
- Social Work
- Public Administration
- Mathematical Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Physical Science
- Chemical Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Earth , Atmospheric , Ocean & Planetary Science
- Geography
- Computer Science & Application
- Electronics Science
- Forensic Science
- Commerce
- Management
- Law
- Education
- Physical Education
Maharashtra SET Exam Pattern
The Maharashtra SET exam pattern should be gone through in detail by every candidate. The exam pattern is the blueprint of the exam and they will understand the mark distribution and weightage for each subject in this section.
- Exam Mode: Offline
- Duration: 3 hours
- Type of Questions: Objective
- Number of Questions: 150
- Number of Papers: 2
- Marking Scheme: 2 marks for correct answer and there will be no negative marking.
Session | Paper | No of Qs | Marks | Duration |
First | I | 50 | 50 x 2 = 100 | 1 hour (10.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m.) |
Second | II | 100 | 100 x 2 = 200 | 2 hours (11.30 a.m. to 01.30 p.m.) |
Preparation Tips for Maharashtra SET
A good preparation strategy plays a significant role in cracking State Eligibility Tests. Here are some important preparation tips for Maharashtra SET 2022 exam.
- Have a proper study plan/time table before preparations begin. Set a timeline for topics to be covered and also have the timetable so it gives time for revisions.
- Go through the complete syllabus properly. Therefore, candidates can analyze their strengths and allocate the time needed for each section accordingly.
- Refer to the previous year’s papers to improve the chances of getting common questions. In addition, this can also help candidates to understand the test pattern.
- Prepare short notes this helps candidates for revising the topics. Just a day before the exam, going through them will make sure to remember everything that prepared and it also boosts the one’s confidence in attempting the exam.
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Maharashtra SET Exam Centers
The list of exam centres can be found below:
Sl No. | Center Name |
---|---|
1. | Mumbai |
2. | Pune |
3. | Kolhapur |
4. | Nashik |
5. | Jalgoan |
6. | Aurangabad |
7. | Nanded |
8. | Amravati |
9. | Nagpur |
10. | Goa |
11. | Solapur |
12. | Chandrapur |
13. | Gadchiroli |
14. | Ahmednagar |
15. | Dhule |
Maharashtra SET Admit card
The candidates can download their admit card from the official website : setexam.unipune.ac.in after logging in using their username and password. The admit card is necessary to write the exam. Candidates should also carry a photo identity proof (original) along with the downloaded admit card.
Maharashtra SET Answer key
Answer key for Maharashtra SET is published on the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University – setexam.unipune.ac.in. But if the candidates find the answer to be incorrect they can raise an objection and challenge the provisional answer key by paying Rs. 1000/- per objection. Once this window is closed, the concerned authority will publish a revised answer key or the official answer key on the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University.
Maharashtra SET Result
After the revised/official answer key is published, the concerned authority will declare the results online. Candidates can check their results at :setexam.unipune.ac.in. Candidates have to select with marks or without marks option. Then, one must enter the Seat Number, Name, Birth Date and Mobile Number (as mentioned in the Online Application Form.). Along with the result, SPPU also publishes seat numbers of qualified candidates and cut off percentages. The result will not be re-evaluated / re-checked.
Maharashtra SET Qualifying marks
Category | Paper 1 & Paper 2 |
OPEN/EWS/Orphan | 40% aggregate marks in both the paperstaken together |
SC/ST/PH/VH(Disability 40% ormore)/Trans-gender | 35% aggregate marks in both the paperstaken together |
OBC/DT(A)(VJ)/NT(B)/NT(C)/NT(D)/SBC/SEBC (Non CreamyLayer only) | 35% aggregate marks in both the paperstaken together |
Maharashtra SET Cut Off Marks
The conducting body (SPPU) releases the exact cut-offs on the official website. With the release of the cut-offs of 2021, candidates can find the information here. Cut offs are determined on the basis of a variety of factors. Check here the previous year cut offs of the Maharashtra SET exam.
Maharashtra SET Cut Off Marks 2020
Subject | Gen | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) |
Marathi | 48.67 | 43.33 | 41.33 | 44 |
Hindi | 53.33 | 46.67 | 42 | 49.33 |
English | 54 | 47.33 | 44.67 | 48 |
Sanskrit | 58.67 | 46 | 0.00 | 50.67 |
Urdu | 66 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 62.67 |
History | 49.33 | 44.67 | 42 | 46 |
Economics | 54 | 44.67 | 43.33 | 49.33 |
Philosophy | 53.33 | 48 | 38 | 48 |
Psychology | 54 | 44.67 | 51.33 | 48.67 |
Sociology | 52 | 43.33 | 42.67 | 46.67 |
Political Science | 55.33 | 50 | 45.33 | 52 |
Defence & Strategic Studies | 62 | 48.67 | 44.67 | 58.67 |
Home Science | 53.33 | 47.33 | 42 | 49.33 |
Library & Information Science | 54.67 | 49.33 | 49.33 | 51.33 |
Journalism & Mass Communication | 54.67 | 46 | 41.33 | 49.33 |
Social Work | 52.67 | 50 | 47.33 | 50 |
Public Administration | 52.67 | 43.33 | 43.33 | 48.67 |
Mathematics Sciences | 52 | 44 | 42 | 46 |
Environmental Science | 56.67 | 51.33 | 49.33 | 52.67 |
Physical Science | 52.67 | 42.67 | 41.33 | 45.33 |
Chemical Sciences | 52.67 | 46 | 42.67 | 47.33 |
Life Sciences | 52.67 | 44.67 | 42.67 | 48 |
Earth , Atmospheric , Ocean & Planetary Science | 54.67 | 49.33 | 45.33 | 50.67 |
Geography | 52 | 47.33 | 44.67 | 48 |
Computer Science & Application | 49.33 | 44.67 | 38.67 | 44 |
Electronics Science | 52 | 46.67 | 42.67 | 46.67 |
Forensic Sciende | 55.33 | 52 | 37.33 | 54 |
Commerce | 52.67 | 44 | 42.67 | 46.67 |
Management | 54.67 | 49.33 | 44.67 | 50 |
Law | 57.33 | 54 | 52.67 | 54 |
Education | 53.33 | 49.33 | 44.67 | 48.67 |
Physical Education | 51.33 | 44 | 44.67 | 48 |
Maharashtra SET Cut Off Marks 2019
Subject | Gen | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) |
Marathi | 47.33 | 43.33 | 40 | 43.33 |
Hindi | 53.33 | 46 | 45.33 | 46.67 |
English | 57.33 | 49.33 | 46.67 | 51.33 |
Sanskrit | 63.33 | 50 | 42.67 | 56.67 |
Urdu | 68 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 66 |
History | 52 | 46 | 42.67 | 47.33 |
Economics | 55.33 | 49.33 | 46 | 51.33 |
Philosophy | 53.33 | 45.33 | 40.67 | 52.67 |
Psychology | 54.67 | 45.33 | 44.67 | 47.33 |
Sociology | 51.33 | 44.67 | 44 | 46.67 |
Political Science | 59.33 | 53.33 | 49.33 | 54 |
Defence & Strategic Studies | 64 | 45.33 | 46.67 | 56 |
Home Science | 57.33 | 51.33 | 45.33 | 50.67 |
Library & Information Science | 56 | 50.67 | 48.67 | 51.33 |
Journalism & Mass Communication | 56.67 | 48.67 | 45.33 | 52 |
Social Work | 56 | 51.33 | 48 | 52.67 |
Public Administration | 54 | 48.67 | 46.67 | 53.33 |
Mathematics Sciences | 52 | 44 | 42 | 46.67 |
Environmental Science | 55.33 | 49.33 | 45.33 | 51.33 |
Physical Science | 51.33 | 44.67 | 41.33 | 45.33 |
Chemical Sciences | 54.67 | 45.33 | 42.67 | 47.33 |
Life Sciences | 54 | 47.33 | 42.67 | 48.67 |
Earth , Atmospheric , Ocean & Planetary Science | 54 | 44.67 | 44.67 | 52 |
Geography | 53.33 | 48 | 44.67 | 49.33 |
Computer Science & Application | 48 | 43.33 | 40.67 | 44 |
Electronics Science | 54 | 52 | 40 | 49.33 |
Forensic Sciende | 58 | 51.33 | 35.33 | 52 |
Commerce | 53.33 | 45.33 | 43.33 | 47.33 |
Management | 60 | 55.33 | 46.67 | 54 |
Law | 54 | 49.33 | 44.67 | 49.33 |
Education | 52.67 | 48 | 44.67 | 50 |
Physical Education | 53.33 | 46.67 | 43.33 | 50 |
About SPPU
Savitribai Phule Pune University is named after the renowned poet Savitribai Phule. It was earlier known as Pune University. The University was established in the year 1949, on February 10, under provisions of the Poona University Act. Also referred to as the Oxford of the East, the University has 46 departments operating 307 research institutes and more than 600 affiliated colleges. The campus of the University is located in the North-Western part of Pune city in Maharashtra in 411 acre landsite.
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FAQs
Ans: Yes, Maharashtra State Eligibility Test examination is conducted annually
Ans: The application is online for Maharashtra SET. You can visit setexam.unipune.ac.in to apply.
Ans: No, the exam is in offline mode and MCQ/OMR format.
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Sir, after qualify for set exam I have to correct my surname as there is small mistake. So for that on which name I send demand draft and of which bank. Please tell me.
Will SET June 2020 be conducted now or postponed???pls reply
Hi. As of now, there is no official notification related to the postponement of the exam. So you must continue with the preparations for the June 28, 2020 exam.
In my set 2020 result SEBC reservation is applicable?
when set 2021 adv will b released
As of now, conducting body has not updated the advertisement for the 2021 session. Bookmark this article to get the latest updates on Maharashtra SET.