SNAP 2023 question paper was easy. The English section was easy whereas QA questions were slightly tough. Reasoning questions were easy and doable. Check here SNAP 2023 question paper and answers (memory based).
SNAP 2023 question paper PDF
SNAP 2023 Question Paper was easy in terms of difficulty level. There was no change in the exam pattern from previous year. The SNAP 2023 slot 1 question paper had three sections – English, QA & DI-DS and A-LR. The total number of question were 60. English section had 15 questions, Quantitative Aptitude had 20 questions and Logical Reasoning had 25 questions. Quants section was dominated by Arithmetic and there was no Reading Comprehension in English. Here we have shared the structure of SNAP question paper and a few memory based answers for your reference and practice.
SNAP exam 2025 will be held on December 6, 14 and 21, 2025. Those preparing for SNAP 2025 exam, must go through the questions asked in SNAP 2023 exam and practice those for gaining a hold on the topics.
- SNAP 2023 question paper – Sectional break up
- SNAP 2023 Question Paper: Topics-wise distribution
- SNAP 2023 Questions and Answers - Memory Based
- SNAP 2023 Question Paper: Difficulty Level
SNAP 2023 question paper – Sectional break up
The SNAP 2023 paper was divided into three sections. Given below is the break up of the question paper.
| SNAP Sections |
Number of MCQs |
Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 15 |
15 |
|
| 20 |
20 |
|
| 25 |
25 |
|
| Total |
60 |
60 |
Commonly asked questions
There is no negative marking for skipping questions in SNAP. If a candidate skips a question, he will marked 0 on that.
SNAP question paper has 60 questions in all the sessions, English has 15 questions, QA, DI-DS has 20 questions and A-LR has 25 question. Candidates are not supposed to attempt all the questions. But they must attempt about 2/3rd of the total questions with maximum accuracy to be able to get a good score. SNAP sectional cut offs are important for selection to SIU, so don't ignore one section for another.
SNAP has 60 questions but it is not mandatory to attempt all of them. Candidates should, however, try to attempt about 2/3rd of total questions in each section for a good score, overall.
The official SNAP question paper is not released by the exam authority anymore. It used to be released along with the answer key after the exam until 2019. Since 2020, when the exam format changed from single session to three sessions, the SNAP question paper, response sheet and answer key release was stopped. Now, after the SNAP exam, the authorities directly release the scorecards.
However, unofficial SNAP answer keys are released by coaching institutes and mentors for candidates to analyse their performance. The unofficial answer keys are released on the same day as exam session contain SNAP questions and their solved answers. These-memory based question paper and answer key help candidates in assessing their performance by seeing which of their attempts were correct and which were incorrect.
SNAP 2023 Question Paper: Topics-wise distribution
Every section of the SNAP question paper 2023 had a definite number of questions. These questions were of 1 mark each. Listed below are the topics on which SNAP 2023 questions were based.
| SNAP Sections |
Topics |
Number of questions |
Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English |
Sentence with no object, Poem, Parts of Speech, Correct Sentence, Preposition, Prefix, Modal verb, Spelling, Compound Words, Tense, Fill in the blanks, Synonyms |
15 |
15 |
| (A-LR) |
Statement Assumptions, Cause & Effect, Linear Arrangement, Truth or Lie, Blood Relations, Coding, Statement Argument, Course of Action, Clock, Syllogism, Number/Letter/Symbol/Word Series, Input/Output, Critical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
| (QA, DI-DS) |
Profit, Loss & Discount, Mixture, SI-CI, Percentage & Time, Speed and Distance, Linear Equation, log, Geometric and Arithmetic Progression, Digits, HCF, Circle, Triangle, Rectangular tank, Height and Distance, Matrix, P&C, Probability, Table based Data Interpretation |
20 |
20 |
| Total |
-- |
60 |
60 |
SNAP 2023 Questions and Answers - Memory Based
Q: To select a group of an unbiased dice is ruled out if the dice shows 1 then group x is chosen. If 2 or 3 then group y and if 4, 5 or 6 then group z is chosen. Group x has 3 girls, 2 boys, group y has 3 girls and 4 boys. Group z has 4 girls and 5 boys. The dice is rolled and the group is chosen, if a girl is chosen find the probability that is it chosen from group y.
A. 90/293
B. 63/293
C. 7/90
D. None
Q: The letters of the word MINUTE be arranged so that the vowels occupy only odd positions.
A. None of the above
B. 48
C. 36
D. 32
Q: During an event 160 participants participated. They were grouped into male and female. There were 1240 apples to be distributed among them. If each email gets apples and each female gets 12 apples. Find number of females at the end.
A. 26
B. 28
C. 30
D. 24
Q: If a male population above Educational index for UP is 1.6 lakhs then find the total population of UP in approximate value.
A. 3.69
B. 2. 28
C. 2.96
D. 3.67
Q: Roy bought articles at Rs 20 per item. He sells them for Rs 2, Rs 4 and Rs 6. He intends to make a profit of at least of 40%. What will be the minimum number of articles he should sell?
A. 28
B. 25
C. 27
D. None of the above
Q: Imran sold mobile phone of Rs 17600 after discount of 12%, he earned a profit of 10 % if no discount is given find the profit percentage.
A. 12%
B. 22%
C. 25%
D. None of the above
Q: A and B work 5 hours a day and complete a certain work in 2 days. B&C work 5 hours a day and complete the same work in 4 days. A and C work 6 hours in a day and complete the same in 2 days. In how many days if A is working alone for 5 hours a day will finish the work?
A. 5
B. 12
C. 3
D. 15
Commonly asked questions
The Quantitative Aptitude question of SNAP are easy to moderate in nature. Most of the questions are direct and not calculation intensive. The questions are usually asked from Arithmetic Geometry, Mensuration P&C/Probability Algebra and Numbers.
Candidates preparing for SNAP exam must study all the topics included in the SNAP syllabus i.e. General English and Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency and Analytical and Logical Reasoning.
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SNAP 2023 Question Paper: Difficulty Level
Check below section wise difficulty level of the SNAP question paper 2023.
| SNAP Sections |
Number of MCQs |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| General English (VARC) |
15 |
Easy |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
20 |
Tough |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
Easy |
| Total |
60 |
Easy |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
Analytical and Logical Reasoning section of SNAP has maximum weightage of 25 questions and 25 marks.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Yes, if you are not confident of self study, do take coaching. It is also necessary for complete guidance and periodical analysis of progress and that whether your preparation is going in the right direction or not.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
The question papers of all SNAP sessions are not same. In every attempt and slot, candidates get a different set of questions. Sectional break up and marking scheme are the same for all though.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Symbiosis Skills and Professional University MBA applicants must track SNAP and MAT dates because these exams happen earlier. If you miss the registration for these national tests, you might lose a chance to apply here. Each exam has its own schedule for registration, hall tickets, and results. You
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 weeks ago
About 20-30 full-length and sectional mocks will be enough for you to crack SNAP exam with high scores. However, make sure you analyse every mock performance and learn from it.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, you can crack SNAP 2026 basis CAT 2026 preparation, but make sure you practice enough number of SNAP mocks and practice tests to score high.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, six months are enough to prepare for SNAP exam. Divide six months into two parts; first three months for syllabus coverage and last three months for mock test practice and revision.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Coaching certainly helps in exam preparation better. It provides direction, guidance and discipline. So, if you can't do self study, you should opt for coaching.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, three months can be enough to prepare for SNAP, if you have appeared for it earlier or as simultaneously preparing for CAT, XAT and other exams. But if you are planning to appear for SNAP for the first time and not preparing for other MBA entrances, then you should devote atleast 6 months.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, only studying the SNAP books will not be enough for preparation. You will have to practice sample questions, mock tests and previous years' questions too.
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