SNAP 2018 Syllabus: Prepare yourself for the D-Day
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2026 ( SNAP )
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SNAP 2018 Syllabus
The exam date for SNAP 2018 has not been announced yet by the officials. However, the exam is likely to be conducted in the month of December, 2018. Candidates willing to appear in SNAP 2018 must start with their exam preparations. Before creating a preparation strategy, it is important to know SNAP exam syllabus.
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As of now, no changes in the SNAP 2018 syllabus or pattern have been notified by the authorities. Changes in the syllabus & pattern (if any) will be known once the notification is released by the officials. SNAP 2018 exam paper will consist of questions from 4 sections. The sections are as follows:
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- General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability
- Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
- General Awareness: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Business Scenario
- Analytical & Logical Reasoning
Let us have a look at the detailed syllabus for SNAP 2018.
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Quantitative Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency Geometry
This section of the exam tests a candidate’s numerical aptitude. In order to excel in the exam candidates must keep a check on both speed and accuracy. Candidates having clear mathematical concepts can solve the questions of this section with ease. The topics covered under the sections are:
| Trigonometry |
Ratios and Proportion |
| Number system |
Percentage |
| Work and time |
In-equations Quadratic and linear equations Algebra |
| Partnership |
Work, Pipes and Cisterns |
| Simple Interest & Compound Interest |
Time-Speed-Distance |
| HCF &LCM |
Geometric Progression |
| Arithmetic progression |
Profit & Loss |
| Averages |
Arithmetic mean |
| Geometric mean |
Number Base System |
| Mensuration |
Venn diagram |
| Permutations & Combinations |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning
This section evaluates a candidate’s capability to think accurately and make decisions within limited timeframe. The section is dominated by questions on analogies, diagrams and figures. Candidates can expect questions from the following topics:
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| Data Interpretation based on text, graphs and tables |
Bar Graphs |
| Critical reasoning |
Column graphs |
| Syllogisms |
Assumption-Premise-Conclusion |
| Assertion and reasons |
Statements and conclusions |
| Line charts |
Statements and assumption |
| Identifying next number in series |
Visual reasoning |
| Identifying valid inferences |
Cause and Effect |
| Matrix arrangements |
Identifying Strong arguments and Weak arguments |
| Graphs representing Area |
Family tree - identifying relationship among group of people |
| Pie Chart |
Identifying Probably true |
| Coding and decoding Puzzles |
Symbol Based problems |
| Functions |
|
General English
This section in SNAP accesses a candidate’s command over English language. Test-takers are given passages which need to be read and questions based on the passage need to be answered. Also, grammar, verbal ability and vocabulary of the candidate’s is tested in this section. Some of the topics covered under this section are:
| One word substitution |
Syllogisms |
| Antonyms |
Sentence correction |
| Analogies |
Jumbled paragraphs |
| Sentence completion |
Odd man out |
| Verbal Reasoning |
Idioms |
| Comprehension of passage / Poem |
Sentence Correction |
| Contextual usage |
Fill In the Blanks |
General Awareness
Candidates need to be aware of the latest happening in and around the world. Also, candidates need to brush up their static GK. Reading the newspaper is one the best ways to stay abreast of the current affairs. Test-takers must keep themselves well-informed on the following topics:
| Famous award and prizes |
Current Affairs |
| Punch line of companies |
World Records |
| Science |
Sports |
| Business |
Automobiles |
| Books and authors |
Quotations |
| Finance |
Major corporate events |
| Entertainment |
Top officials of big companies |
| Geography |
History |
| International organizations |
Social issues |
| Politics |
|
SNAP is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by Symbiosis International University (SIU). The exam is a gateway for admission to postgraduate programs offered by 14 institutes that come under SIU.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
No, you cannot get into Symbiosis International, Pune, with a SNAP cutoff of 70 if you belong to the General AI category.
According to the 2024 cutoff, the required percentile was 97 for this category. Hence, students need to secure a percentile of 97 or above to qualify for the next round of admiss
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
SNAP is of 60 marks. Every question carries 1 mark for correct attempt and -0.25 for incorrect attempt. There is no deduction of marks for unanswered question.
A
Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
The official SNAP mock test does not require admit card. It is accessible to registered candidates. They can simply log in to their SNAP account, book a slot and appear for the official mock test.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Since, test city allotted once cannot be changed, you will have to appear for the SNAP exam in whichever city you have been allotted a test centre. However, it usually does not happen that candidate's do not get the city of their choice in SNAP.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
There is no option to select SNAP exam centre. It is allotted to candidate in the test city selected in SNAP application form. The basis of centre allotment is first come, first serve, wrt application submission.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
There is no limit to register for SNAP exam, but in a given academic session you can register for the exam only once. You have to mention the number of attempts in the same registration form
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
SNAP 2026 exam centre details will be mentioned in the admit card. Candidates should download it as soon as it is released and check their test city and centre.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
SNAP admit card 2026 will be released in online mode and uploaded in registered candidate's dashboard. They will have to log into their SNAP 2026 account and download it.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
SNAP 2026 admit card for first session will be released in the last week of November. For second and third sessions, it will be released in the first week of December. The dates for SNAP 2026 admit card release will be out in August along with the exam schedule.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
SNAP 2026 registration dates will be announced in the first week of August and end by the third week of November. The examination body will announce exact schedule in the first week of August 2026.
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Contributor-Level 7