SBEST Exam Pattern 2025: Check Section-wise Paper Pattern & Format

Shri Balaji Entrance Screening Test 2025 ( SBEST )

Saumya Jain
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 14:22 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

SBEST exam pattern 2025 mentions subjects, type of questions, marking scheme, weightage and other important details about the SBEST question paper. Sri Balaji University will conduct the SBEST exam 2025 on January 25, 2025, in online test mode. Candidates taking the exam can check the exam pattern of SBEST 2025.

Also Read: Complete SBEST exam schedule

Q:   What is the duration of SBEST exam?

A: 

The SBEST exam 2025 will be conducted in the computer-based test mode. Candidates have to visit the exam centre to take the test. The SBEST exam will be conducted for one hour or 60 minutes. All the 60 multiple-choice questions will be required to be solved within the given time limit. Students will not be given any extra time to solve the question paper.

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Q:   How many sections are there in SBEST question paper?

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SBEST question paper 2025 has three sections in total. These sections have multiple-choice questions which are to be solved within one hour or 60 minutes. These sections are:

  1. Analytical and Logical Reasoning
  2. Quantitative, Data Interpretations & Data Sufficiency
  3. General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability
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Q:   What is the marking scheme in SBEST exam?

A: 

The marking scheme for SBEST exam is as follows:

  • One mark will be awarded for every correct answer
  • No negative marking
  • No marks are awarded or deducted for unanswered questions

There are only multiple-choice questions in the SBEST exam with four options each. Candidates have to choose the right option among the four. 

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  • SBEST Exam Pattern Highlights
  • SBEST 2025 Marking Scheme
  • SBEST 2025 Section-Wise Weightage
  • Some Important Points for SBEST 2025 Exam Pattern
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SBEST Exam Pattern Highlights

Check out the table below to know the SBEST exam pattern highlights:

Exam Structure

Details

Mode of the exam

Online

Number of Sections

3

Subjects

  1. Analytical and Logical Reasoning
  2. Quantitative, Data Interpretations & Data Sufficiency
  3. General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability

Duration

1 hour or 60 minutes

Number of Questions

60

Language of Paper

English

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Q:   What is the sectional weightage in SBEST exam?

A: 

The SBEST exam question paper will have 60 questions spread across three sections. The section-wise weightage is as follows:

Subject

Number of Questions

Marks

Analytical and Logical Reasoning

25

25

Quantitative, Data Interpretations & Data Sufficiency

20

20

General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability

15

15

Total

60

60

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Q:   What is the reporting time at SBEST exam centre?

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The SBEST exam is conducted in the computer-based test mode. Candidates who wish to appear for the exam have to visit the exam centre to take the exam. The exam time will be mentioned on the SBEST admit card and the candidates must report to the exam centre at least an hour before the exam and be seated at least 30 minutes prior.

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SBEST 2025 Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for SBEST exam 2025 is as follows:

  • One mark will be awarded for every correct answer
  • No negative marking
  • No marks are awarded or deducted for unanswered questions
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SBEST 2025 Section-Wise Weightage

Check out the table below to know the sectional weightage in the SBEST 2025 question paper:

Subject

Number of Questions

Marks

Analytical and Logical Reasoning

25

25

Quantitative, Data Interpretations & Data Sufficiency

20

20

General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability

15

15

Total

60

60

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Some Important Points for SBEST 2025 Exam Pattern

Here are some important points to remember for the SBEST exam: 

  • Candidates must not use any electronic devices such as watches, cellphones, etc. during the SBEST exam.
  • Aspirants can use a rough paper during the exam only.
  • The candidate is not allowed to start solving the question paper before time.
  • It is advisable to be seated for the SBEST exam at least 30 minutes before the exam.
  • The login window for the exam will start at 10 AM and the candidates will not be able to login beyond 10:20 AM.
  • Candidates are not allowed to keep anything except the SBEST admit card and photo ID during the exam.

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