MH SET 2025 Paper Analysis - Section-wise Difficulty Level, Expected Cutoff, Chapterwise Weightage

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MH SET Exam Analysis 2024 Overview

The MH SET 2024 exam has been conducted by the Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) on April 7, 2024, as an offline (OMR-based) exam in two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. The overall difficulty level of the MH SET 2024 exam was moderate. There will be general objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering Teaching and Research Aptitude in MH SET Paper 1 which will be common for all the candidates. On the other hand, there will be 32 specific subjects in Paper 2. MH SET Paper 2 is subject-specific, i.e. candidates are required to appear for the subject that they had chosen while filling out the application form. It is mandatory for the test-takers to answer all questions in both papers. Only those candidates who appear and qualify for both papers will be considered for the Assistant Professor position. Find the detailed MH SET exam analysis 2024 below.

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MH SET Exam Analysis 2024: Highlights

Given below are a few highlights of the MH SET 2024 exam.

  • The MH SET 2024 exam has been conducted as an offline (Pen & Paper Base i.e., OMR-Based) exam on April 7, 2024.
  • The exam has been administered in two shifts, from 10:00 m to 11:00 am and 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.
  • There were 2 papers in the MH SET 2024 exam: Paper I and Paper II.
  • The total marks of MH SET (Paper 1 & 2) was 300.
  • The MH SET 2024 exam pattern was identical to that of the previous year.
  • The duration of the MH SET exam was 3 hours or 180 minutes.
  • The duration for MH SET Paper I was 1 hour.
  • The duration for MH SET Paper II was 2 hours.
  • Each question carried 2 marks. Hence, 2 marks were awarded for each correct answer. 
  • The MH SET question paper 2024 did not have negative markings.

MH SET Exam Analysis 2024: Shift Details and Exam Pattern

MH SET 2024 Exam Time & Shift Details

The time details for both papers of the MH SET Exam 2024 have been provided below.

Shifts

Paper 

Marks

Duration 

First

Paper 1

100

1 Hour- 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.  

Second

Paper 2

200

2 Hours- 11:30 A.M. to 01:30 P.M.

MH SET 2024 Exam Pattern

Check the table below to gain insight into the MH SET 2024 exam pattern.

SessionPaperNumber of QuestionsMaximum Marks

Duration

II (Teaching & Research aptitude)50 Compulsory questions

50 x 2 = 100

1 hour (10.00 A.M to 11.00 A.M)

IIII (Subject-Specific)100 Compulsory questions

100 x 2 = 200

2 hours (11.30 A.M to 1.30 P.M)

Total-150 Compulsory questions300

3 hours

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Expected MH SET Exam Analysis 2024: Paper 1

Paper 1 is known as the General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude. The overall difficulty level of the MH SET 2024 was moderate. Check the table below to evaluate the difficulty level, good attempts of each section, and the major topics from which maximum questions are asked in the exam.  

MH SET Paper 1 Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Good Attempts

Mostly Asked Topics

Teaching Aptitude

Easy

6

4

  • Teaching Level
  • Classroom Teaching
  • Teaching Methods
  • Learning Processes
  • Assessment Tools
  • Concept, Objectives, Levels of teaching (Memory, Understanding and Reflective)
  • Characteristics of adolescent and adult learners (Academic, Social, Emotional and Cognitive)
  • Factors affecting teaching related to Teacher & Learner
  • Teacher centred vs. Learner centred methods; Off-line vs. On-line methods (Swayam, Swayamprabha, MOOCs etc.)

Research Aptitude

Easy to Moderate

4

3-4

  • Quality of Researcher
  • Experimental, Descriptive, Historical, Qualitative and Quantitative methods of Research
  • Format and styles of referencing
  • Application of ICT in research
  • Positivism and Post-positivistic approach to research

Comprehension (English)

Moderate

5

4-5

  • Opposite Words
  • Word Meaning
  • Correct Statement

Logical Reasoning

Moderate

5

3-4

  • Analogies
  • Ranking (Race arrangement)
  • Correct Sequencing
  • Venn Diagram
  • Anumana (inference), Vyapti (invariable relation), Hetvabhasa (fallacies of inference)
  • Upamana (Comparison), Shabda (Verbal testimony), Arthapatti (Implication) 

Data Interpretation

Moderate

5

3-4

  • Data Interpretation
  • Data and Governance
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Data
  • Bar-chart, Pie-chart, Histograms, Table-chart, and Line-chart

Maths/Reasoning

Moderate

5

3-4

  • Combinations
  • Rectangular Arrangement
  • Pipes and Cistern
  • Number series, Letter series, Codes and Relationships
  • Mathematical Aptitude (Ratio, Proportion, Fraction, Time & Distance, and Loss, Interest, Percentage, Profit and Discounting, Averages etc.)

Communication

Moderate

5

3-4

  • Meaning, types and characteristics of communication
  • Effective Communication Properties
  • Verbal and Non-verbal, Inter-Cultural and group communications, Classroom communication
  • Mass-Media and Society

People, Development and Environment

Moderate

6

3-4

  • Acid Rain
  • Rio Summit
  • Kyoto Protocol
  • Montreal Protocol
  • Waste Decomposition
  • Anthropogenic activities
  • Solar Heating Concepts
  • Natural hazards and disasters
  • Millennium development and Sustainable development goals
  • Ganga-Yamuna Conservation
  • Energy resources like Solar, Wind, Soil, Hydro, Geothermal, Biomass, etc.

Higher Education

Moderate

5

3-4

  • Policies, Governance, and Administration
  • RUSA Scheme
  • UGC Courses
  • SWAYAM Platform
  • Higher Education in Mughal Era
  • Evolution of higher learning and research in Post Independence India
  • Professional, Technical and Skill Based education

Information Technology

Easy to Moderate

4

3-4

  • ICT and Governance
  • Digital initiatives in higher education
  • Basics of Internet, Intranet, E-mail, Audio and Video-conferencing

Expected MH SET Exam Analysis 2024: Paper 2

The MH SET 2024 Paper 2 will be conducted for 32 subjects. Since the MH SET Paper 2 is subject-specific, candidates must appear for the subject chosen by them while filling out the application form. Check the MH SET 2024 Exam difficulty level and good attempts for Paper 2 in the table below.

Subject Code

Subject Name

Difficulty Level

Good Attempts

01

Marathi

Moderate

To be Announced

02

Hindi

Moderate

To be Announced

03

English

Moderate

To be Announced

04

Sanskrit

Moderate

To be Announced

05

Urdu

Moderate

To be Announced

10

History

Moderate

To be Announced

11

Economics

Moderate

To be Announced

12

Philosophy

Moderate

To be Announced

13

Psychology

Moderate

To be Announced

14

Sociology

Moderate

To be Announced

15

Political Science

Moderate

To be Announced

16

Defence & Strategic Studies

Moderate

To be Announced

17

Home Science

Moderate

To be Announced

18

Library & Information Science

Moderate

To be Announced

19

Journalism & Mass Communication

Moderate

To be Announced

20

Social Work

Moderate

To be Announced

21

Public Administration

Moderate

To be Announced

30

Mathematical Sciences

Moderate

To be Announced

31

Environmental Sciences

Moderate

To be Announced

32

Physical Science

Moderate

To be Announced

33

Chemical Sciences

Moderate

To be Announced

34

Life Sciences

Moderate

To be Announced

35

Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Science

Moderate

To be Announced

36

Geography

Moderate

To be Announced

37

Computer Science & Application

Moderate

To be Announced

38

Electronics Science

Moderate

To be Announced

39

Forensic Science

Moderate

To be Announced

50

Commerce

Moderate

To be Announced

51

Management

Moderate

To be Announced

60

Law

Moderate

To be Announced

70

Education

Moderate

To be Announced

71

Physical Education

Moderate

To be Announced

The MH SET Paper I assesses the cognitive abilities of the candidates that encompass comprehension, analysis, evaluation, understanding the structure of arguments, as well as deductive and inductive reasoning. It is also crucial for them to possess a general awareness about teaching and learning processes in the higher education system. Candidates must qualify for both Paper I and Paper II to become eligible for the post of Assistant Professor in various colleges and universities in the states of Goa and Maharashtra.

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MH SET 2023 Paper 1 Analysis

The difficulty level and good attempts for each topic in Paper 1 for the year 2023 have been provided in the table below.

TopicDifficulty LevelGood Attempts
Teaching AptitudeEasy4
Research AptitudeEasy to Moderate3-4
ComprehensionEasy4-5
Logical ReasoningModerate3
Data InterpretationModerate to Difficult3-4
Maths/ReasoningModerate3-4
CommunicationModerate3-4
EnvironmentModerate to Difficult2-3
Higher EducationModerate3-4
Information TechnologyEasy to Moderate3-4

MH SET 2021 Paper 1 Analysis

The difficulty level and good attempts for each topic in Paper 1 for the year 2021 have been provided in the table below.

TopicDifficulty LevelGood Attempts
Teaching AptitudeModerate to Difficult4
Research AptitudeModerate3
ComprehensionModerate5
Logical ReasoningModerate4
Data InterpretationModerate3
Maths/ReasoningDifficult5
CommunicationModerate4
EnvironmentModerate to Difficult5
Higher EducationModerate to Difficult4
Information TechnologyModerate4

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FAQs about MH SET Exam Analysis

How many questions will be asked from People, Development and Environment?

Around 6 questions will be asked from People, Development and Environment. The important topics from this section are Acid Rain, Rio Summit, Kyoto Protocol, Montreal Protocol, Waste Decomposition, Anthropogenic activities, Solar Heating Concepts, Natural hazards and disasters, etc. Candidates must try to answer at least 3-4 questions from this section.

What are the subjects for the MH SET Paper 2 will be conducted?

The subjects for the MH SET Paper 2 will be conducted are 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, and Physical Education.

For how many subjects will the MH SET Paper 2 be conducted?

The MH SET Paper 2 will be conducted for 32 subjects and candidates are required to appear for the subject that they had chosen while filling out the application form.

How many questions are asked from the Maths/Reasoning section?

A total of 5-7 questions are asked from the Maths/Reasoning section. The highest number of questions are asked from this section.

What is the difficulty level of MH SET Paper 1?

The overall difficulty level of the MH SET Paper 1 can be estimated to range from moderate to high. The difficulty level of most of the subjects like Research Aptitude, Comprehension (English), Logical Reasoning, Maths/Reasoning ranged from easy to moderate, while the difficulty level of sections like People, Development and Environment and Data Interpretation ranges from moderate to difficult.

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