SAAT Exam 2022 Eligibility, Syllabus, Application Process, Fees, Result & Counselling

Updated November 17, 2022

SAAT Exam conducted at the national level offers various UG & PG courses. This entrance exam can be a better chance for candidates who desire to study engineering, pharmacy, Management, law, & nursing discipline in cutting-edge learning ambient.

Upon qualifying for this entrance test, students will be offered to study different curricula in constituent institutes/schools of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan. However, to apply for the SAAT test, you shall first require to meet the standard qualifications demanded by the institutes. Below are the crucial details which can help you apply for the test, so keep reading.    

What is SAAT Exam Full Form?

Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Admission Test is the full form of the SAAT Examination. It is a national-level common entrance test that offers admission into various undergraduate & postgraduate courses in different streams. Those students who have a dream of studying engineering, medicine, pharmacy, etc., from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University can avail this opportunity. 

Key Highlights of SAAT Examination

What is SAAT Exam?

SAAT or Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Admission Test is a national-level entrance test conducted by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University every year. This common entrance test allows students to join different undergraduate and postgraduate courses as per their interests.

You can avail of your course in nursing, pharmacy, engineering, law, management, and hotel management stream. The aspirants will only require to meet all the standard requirements specified by the Institute.

Talking about the same, it is a multiple choice type entrance examination held online at different centers across various cities of India. With that saying, aspirants must practice several sets of models paper so that they can learn all the maneuvers & gain experience.

More so, this reputed entrance exam offering various undergraduate and postgraduate courses will be held for 2 hours or 120 minutes. Only after qualifying for this entrance test, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan allows applicants to pursue programs like B.Sc. in Agriculture, B.Sc. in Nursing, Bachelor of Business Administration, and amongst others.

What is the Eligibility for SAAT 2022 Exam?

The qualifications for the SAAT 2022 examination depend upon the course you choose. It is so because Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University offers various undergraduate and postgraduate curricula to aspiring students.

Therefore, candidates interested in pursuing any UG & PG programs at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University must once check the requirements from the official intimation provided by the Institute.

However, to give you a short insight into the eligibility criteria required for getting admission into Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, I have compiled below the qualifications of different courses.

Undergraduate Programmes Via SAT EXam

UG [Pharmacy] Courses

(a) Applicants must have obtained their intermediate examination from a recognized board of education.

(b) You, as an aspirant, are also required to have studied 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology along with English and have secured passing marks in these compulsory subjects.

(c) Must have secured at least 50-60% of aggregate marks in the 10+2 board exam.

UG [Engineering] Courses

(a) Candidates must have obtained their intermediate examination from a recognized board of education.

(b) You, as an aspirant, are also required to have studied 12th with Physics, English, and Mathematics as the compulsory subjects. Along the core subjects, you should also have studied either Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics, Statistics, or any other subject approved by AICTE.

(c) Must have secured a minimum of 50-60% of aggregate marks in the 10+2 board exam.

UG [Law] Courses

(a) Students must have done intermediate schooling or equivalent in any stream from a recognized institute. 

(b) In their 10+2 or equivalent examination, securing a minimum of 45% of aggregate marks is a must. However, reserved candidates can get a 5% relaxation in their marks requirements (up to 40% for SC/ST categories).

(c) For the discipline, the applicant’s age should be less than 20 years as on August 1, 2022 (22 years for SC/ST categories).

UG [Management] Courses

(a) Candidate must have cleared (or appearing) 10+2 or equivalent examination in any discipline

UG [Nursing] Courses

(a) For the BSc Nursing course, students must have cleared (or appear in the final year) of the intermediate board. You must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects and have secured at least 50% of aggregate marks. Applicant must be at least 17 years old as on December 31, 2022.

(b) For P.B. B.Sc Nursing, the applicant should have studied GNM and registered with the concerned State Nursing Council.

Post-Graduate Curricula Via SAT Exam

Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University also offers various post-graduate courses with quality and industry-oriented education. This deemed University also ensures excellent learning ambient for the participants. Here are courses for aspiring students: 

PG [Pharmacy] Courses

(a) The applicants must have studied Candidate B.Pharm degree from any recognized University. More so, appearing students of final B.Pharma can even apply for the entrance examination.

(b) Candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% of aggregate marks in the qualifying academic degree.

(c) However, GPAT-qualified candidates are not required to give SAAT 2022 exam but will have to submit the application form.

PG [Nursing] Courses

(b) The candidate must have earned a B.Sc. in Nursing (Basic/Post Basic) degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 55% from a school recognized by the Indian Nursing Council.

(b) a minimum of one year of experience in clinical or teaching settings following registration with the appropriate State Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife.

PG [Engineering] Courses

Candidate must have cleared (or appearing) B.E./B.Tech/AMIE/MCA/M.Sc. or equivalent course in the stream/discipline for which SAAT 2022 is being given

(a) Candidates must have obtained their B.E./B.Tech/AMIE/MCA/M.Sc. or equivalent degree from a recognized board of education. Appearing students do also have a chance to apply for the course.

(b) Must have secured a minimum of 50-60% of aggregate marks in their qualifying academic degree.

PG [Law] Course: LLM Degree

(a) You, as an aspirant, require to have an LLB degree to participate in SAAT 2022 entrance exam. Moreover, candidates appearing in the final year of LLB can also apply for the same.

(b) Applicants must have obtained their degree from a recognized University, with a minimum of 50% of aggregate marks.

PG [Management] Courses

(a) Candidate must have cleared (or appearing) a three-year bachelor’s degree in Science, Commerce, Arts, B.E, B.Tech, MBBS, B.Pharm, B.Sc. Agri, BVSC, BHMS, BAMS, BDS, BPT, BHMCT, BBA, BCA, or equivalent examination

(b) You must have obtained the degree from any recognized University, securing a minimum of 50% (45% for SC/ ST/OBC categories)

SAAT 2022 Exam Pattern

Exam pattern plays a crucial role in qualifying for any exam. It helps the candidates to make a proper strategy for the examination. Upon knowing all essential elements of the exam pattern, they can score decent or minimum required marks without any stress. The pointed below are some of the vital aspects of the SAAT 2022 Exam Pattern:

Elements of SAAT Exam Pattern

(I) Total Number of Questions: The SAAT entrance test comprises 120 questions, and participants will have to attempt all given questions.

(II) Type of Question: The Siksha O’ Anusandhan University Admission Test is based on a Multiple-Choice Question or Objective Pattern.

(III) Number of Sections: The questions paper provided to the participants can consist of a different number of sections, depending upon the program you have chosen.

(IV) Mode of Examination: The SAAT 2022 Exam is held online. It is a computer-based test examination. 

(V) Duration: The test is carried out by the regulatory body for 120 minutes. Before taking the final exam, it is advisable that students practice on some mock papers so they can gain experience.

(VI) Total Marks: The question paper given to the applicants contain a total of 120 questions with one mark for each question. So the examination will be held for 120 marks.

(VII) Negative Marking: As per the prescribed intimation, there will be no negative marking for any wrong answer.

(VIII) Marking Scheme for Correct Answer: One mark (+1) will be awarded for each correct answer.

(IX) Un-attempted Questions: According to info provided by the University, no marks will be deducted for not attempting questions.

(X) Syllabus: Upon qualifying SAAT Exam, you are eligible to pursue different courses. Since it offers various programs, therefore syllabus for the SAAT exam will be different for different curricula.

(XI) Medium: The Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Admission Test will be conducted in English language only. 

Calendar: Dates for SAAT Exam 2022

The tabulated below are the vital dates for SAAT 2022 Exam:

Application Process for SAAT 2022 Exam

The application process for SAAT Exam is simple and easy. It follows similar steps to other reputed entrance examinations. However, those going to apply for SAAT 2022 application form must possess the essential requirements beforehand.

For the entrance exam, you will require to first register yourself in order to apply for any program at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University. Following are filling in personal details, uploading academic certificates, uploading scanned images & signatures, and then paying the application charge. Detailed below are the steps for applying SAAT exam application form:

Step 1: Registration

Students must check their eligibility for the programme they are going to select. If you are fulfilling all the prescribed requirements, you will have to first register yourself by providing details like your name, contact number, email ID, date of birth, etc.

Step 2: Filling Personal Details

Students must properly and correctly fill out the application form because if the regulating body finds any discrepancy will not be entertained. Students, after being registered will come to fill in personal details like Name, Guardian’s Name, Guardian’s or Parent’s Income, Occupation, and other related details.

Step 3: Filling Academic Details

Upon providing your details, you will complete half of the application process. However, the next phase of the application is filling out academic details as per the space given. In the step, you will provide the Qualifying exam, Board, University, Year of Passing details, etc.

Step 4: Upload Photos & Signatures

Once you have entered all the necessary academic and other information, you can begin the process of uploading scanned photographs. You might need to upload your passport-size color photo in the correct format and size along with your signature during the process (File-Type: jpg, jpeg, png).

Step 5: Select the Exam Centre

Candidates should choose and mark the exam location that is most convenient for them. Nearly 40 cities host the SAAT exam, and candidates can select from 62 exam centers spread across India.

After completing all these steps, applicants must submit and download the filled application form. No payments are required to be paid for the entrance test.

How to download SAAT Admit Card?

The hall ticket will be issued online. It can be downloaded by only those candidates who have successfully completed the application process on or before the last date as specified.

The admit card will include the following details such as name, course, subject, candidate’s address, address of the Test Centre allotted, and examination schedule. Applicants must check all the details provided under the admit card. If you find any discrepancy, you must bring it to the attention of the Director of Admissions. 

The following are the steps to download the Admit card for SAAT 2022 Exam:

(a) Visit the official website of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University.
(b) Tap the “Admit Card” link.

(c) The link will direct you to your login page. You can download your admit card from there. Moreover, you can also get your hall ticket directly by opening your dashboard.
(d) Print out the SAAT 2022 Entrance Card.

How to Download SAAT 2022 Test Result?

The regulating authority announces the result when the entrance examination gets over. Usually, it takes at least two weeks to release the result. In the case of the SAAT 2022 exam, you can download the result by going through the following steps:

(a) Visit the SAAT official website
(b) Access the link you have given on the official dashboard of SAAT.

(c) While clicking the link, you need to insert the details like email ID/mobile number and date of birth to log in to the page.
(d) When you are done submitting the tab after filling requisite details, a screen will pop up containing your scores.
(e) From there, you can download the result.

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