SOFT CET Pattern 2025: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

School of Fashion Technology Common Entrance Test 2025 ( SOFT CET )

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SOFT CET 2025 Exam Pattern will be decided by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune.

The SOFT CET 2025 exam will be conducted in online mode. The exam will have THREE parts:

  • General Ability  Test 
  • Studio Test
  • Personal Interview + Portfolio +Statement of Purpose

All the tests will be conducted on the same day. The candidate needs to appear in all tests.

The FINAL result of SOFT CET 2025 will be prepared by giving weightage to each test component.

The GAT question paper for the exam will include questions from Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal/Non-verbal reasoning, Analytical Ability, and Creative Ability sections. 

Candidates appearing in the SOFT CET 2025 exam must carefully go through the exam pattern to ensure that their exam preparation is aligned with the requirements of the exam. 

Also, along with the exam pattern, the candidate must consult the updated SOFT CET 2025 syllabus.

Go through the rest of the article to learn the full details of the SOFT 2025 exam pattern

Q:   I have registered for SOFT CET, but due to some reason, I will can't appear in the exam. Will the application fee refunded?

A:

The candidate will have to pay a application fee at the time of registration. However, the registration fee for all the programmes is non-refundable and non-negotiable.

So, when appplying for admission, you need to bear this thing in mind.

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Q:   What will be the mode of the SOFT CET exam?

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The mode of SOFT CET 2025 exam will be released by the exam conducting body on its admission portal. The SOFT CET 2025 exam will be conducted in online mode only. The detailed exam pattern will include details like exam timings, types of questions asked, marking scheme, etc.

The candidate must follow the exam pattern thoroughly when preparing for the exam. Also, make sure that you consult the updated syllabus.

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Q:   Is the SOFT CET exam schedule for BDes and MDes programmes similar?

A:

Yes. The exam dates for both the examinations is the same. As per the official website, all the examinations will be conducted on the same date. The candidate can check the detailed schedule in the admission portal.

 

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SOFT CET 2025 Exam Components

The SOFT CET 2025 exam will have the following components:

  • General Ability  Test 
  • Studio Test
  • Personal Interview + Portfolio +Statement of Purpose

Note that all tests will be conducted on the same day. Also, the tests will be conducted in online mode.

Weightage of Test Components:

Online Test 60 Marks
Studio Test / Group Discussions 140 Marks
Personal Interview   (Portfolio + Statement of Purpose) 50 Marks

Q:   Other than UG and PG courses, what all courses is offered through SOFT CET?

A:

Apart from Bachelors and Masters programme, the institute offers Industry Integrated Programmes with International Exposure at the Diploma level. The duration of these courses varies from 1 year to 3 years.

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Q:   What is the registration fee for SOFT CET?

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The registration fee for all the programmes and categories is the same i.e. INR 4000. The application fee has to be paid online at the time of filling out the application form.

The registration fee once paid is not refundable.

So, be careful before you proceed to fill out the application form.

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Q:   On what basis will admission to Undergraduate degree programme will be offered through SOFT CET?

A:

A student needs to appear for a General Ability Test, Studio Test, followed by a Personal Interview + Portfolio + Statement of Purpose in order to get a seat in colleges.

Note that all the stages are mandatory. This means if the candidate doesn't appear in any stage of the admission process, he or she will be disqualified.

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SOFT CET Exam Pattern 2025

Tabulated below is the exam pattern highlights of SOFT Online Test:

Section

No. of Questions | Marks

Quantitative Aptitude

15 | 15

Verbal/Non-verbal reasoning

15 | 15

Analytical Ability

15 | 15

Creative Ability

15 | 15

Total

60 Questions | 60 Marks

  • Duration of Exam: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Medium of Exam: English
  • Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-based Test)

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Q:   When will the application form for SOFT CET 2025 be released?

A:

The MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, will release the SOFT CET 2025 application form tentatively in the 3rd week of May 2025. The application form will be released online.

Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria for their chosen programme may apply before the last date.

The SOFT CET application is for admission to B.Des and Diploma design courses offered by the institute.

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Q:   How much time is needed to complete SOFT CET 2025 syllabus?

A:

SOFT CET is a popular design entrance exam. So, the competition is going to be there, though not at the level of a NIFT or NID DAT.

That being said, you will ideally need around 4-5 months to complete the SOFT CET syllabus. Start you preparation, if you haven'r already.

As part of the preparation, make it a point to solve sample and previous years' question papers.

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Q:   When will the SOFT CET 2025 exam be conducted?

A:

The SOFT CET exam is conducted by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune.

SOFT CET 2025 will be conducted tentatively in May 2025. The detailed scheduled will be released at the official admission portal.

The SOFT CET exam has the following components:

  • General Ability  Test 
  • Studio Test
  • Personal Interview + Portfolio +Statement of Purpose

The final merit list of SOFT CET 2025 will be prepared by giving weightage to each of these test components.

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SOFT CET Marking Scheme 2025

The marking scheme for this session is:

  • There is no provision of negative marking in SOFT CET
  • For every correct answer, candidates are awarded +1 mark.

The distribution of marks for different admission tests conducted by SOFT are as mentioned below:

SOFT CET Exam Stages

Marks

Online Exam

60

Studio Test/Group Discussion

140

Personal Interview

50

Total Marks

250

Q:   When will 2025 academic session begin at SOFT CET?

A:

MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, will start the academic session around the last week of June 2025. The academic session will commence once counseling and seat allotment process is over.

The SOFT CET 2025 result will be announced sometime around the last week of May 2025. The result will be released in the form of a merit list.

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Q:   What is the process of SOFT CET interview?

A:

The SOFT SET exam is conducted in three parts:

  • General Ability  Test 
  • Studio Test
  • Personal Interview + Portfolio +Statement of Purpose

The personal interview will be conducted online via Google meet. The interview link will be shared with the candidate prior to the interview.

The interview will be conducted between 1 and 4 pm. At the time of the interview, the candidate needs to keep their portfolio ready.

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Q:   How much time is needed to complete SOFT CET 2025 syllabus?

A:

SOFT CET is a popular design entrance exam. So, the competition is going to be there, though not at the level of a NIFT or NID DAT.

That being said, you will ideally need around 4-5 months to complete the SOFT CET syllabus. Start you preparation, if you haven'r already.

As part of the preparation, make it a point to solve sample and previous years' question papers.

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SOFT CET Exam Pattern 2025 - FAQs

Here are a few FAQs related to the SOFT CET 2025 exam pattern.

Q:   How do I know that I have been registered successfully for SOFT CET?

A:

Candidates must take note that the registration is only confirmed after the form and payment has been received by the MKSSS's SOFT Pune.

Note that only such candidates who successfully complete the application process will be issued admit cards. The admit card will contain details like roll number, exam dates, and exam centre name and address.

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Q:   Where can I check SOFT CET results?

A:

The authorities has released the SOFT CET 2024 Merit List on the official website. The candidate will have to download the merit list by logging into the candidate portal. Note that only such candidates who are included in the merit list will be considered for admission.

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Q:   Are there any sample question papers for SOFT CET available on the official website?

A:

Yes. Once the candidate registers successfully for the entrance exam, the authorities will email the sample question papers to them. The candidate can use the sample papers to prepare for the exam. 

The more sample papers one solves, the better one will get at solving various problems.

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Q:   Can I make the SOFT CET payment via offline mode?

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Yes. The admission fee to confirm the admissions can be made via online or offline mode. For offline mode, candidates are required to send a DD with their Name and Contact Details behind the DD. DD Name: School of Fashion Technology Payable: at Pune Please courier the DD at SCHOOL OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY, PUNE Address: Sr.13/1/2, Narhe Ambegaon, Opp. To Vision English Medium School, Pune, Maharashtra 411041

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Q:   By what date can I make the payment of fees to confirm my SOFT CET admissions?

A:

The candidates are usually given 4 days in order to confirm their admissions. If the payment is not made within the given deadline, the seat will be cancelled and allocated to the candidate next in the order of merit.

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