SNAP 2024 Exam Analysis and Expected Cutoff Test 3, December 21
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2026 ( SNAP )
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SNAP exam analysis 2024 for Test 3, December 21 has been shared below. The SNAP 2024 analysis for Test 3 has in-depth discussion of sectional difficulty level, weightage, number of good attempts and expected cut offs.
SNAP 2024 analysis Test 3
SNAP 2024 exam analysis for Test 3 - The third and last session SNAP 2024 exam was conducted in two slots today. First session of SNAP 2024 Test 3 was held from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm and the second session was held from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. SNAP 2024 Test 3 was moderate in terms of difficulty level and easier than Test 2. There were a few lengthy questions in Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude but they were skippable. Shiksha has shared here depth SNAP exam analysis for both sessions jointly, which will contain section wise difficulty level (English, Reasoning and Quant), topic wise weightage, number of good attempts.
- SNAP Exam Analysis 2024: Highlights
- SNAP 2024 Question Paper Break Up, Test 3
- SNAP 2024 Analysis: Sectional Difficulty Levels Test 3
- SNAP 2024 Analysis Test 3: Section Wise
SNAP Exam Analysis 2024: Highlights
- SNAP exam Test 3 was easier than SNAP 2024 Test 2
- The SNAP question paper had 60 questions
- Quantitative was moderate
- Logical Reasoning was moderate to high
- English section was easy as always.
- About 41 correct attempts should be considered good for this session
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, MAH MBA CET counselling is cut off-based which is held after the result announcement. MAH CET counselling is conducted round-wise. In this process, candidates have to register online, participate in online counselling and confirm admission by submission of documents and final admission by making fee payment. After that, the admission cell, prepares cut offs and seat allotment lists category wise for MBA/MS admission. Candidates from outside Maharashtra state are also eligible for MAH CET CAP under the All India Seats category. The registration, exam and counselling processes for All India Seats category students are same as that of Maharashtra State category candidates.
SCIT Pune cutoff for the two MBA courses is based on SNAP scores. SNAP scores are accepted by the 15 Symbiosis colleges. It is mandatory for candidates to meet the cutoff in order to be eligible for the further round of admissions. SCIT is one of the 15 Symbiosis colleges that accept SNAP scores for MBA admission.
The expected SNAP cutoff percentile for the SIBM Pune MBA admission is around 97-98.5 percentile, while for other colleges, it may be lower than 98 percentile.
The date of SNAP cut off announcement is never communicated by the Symbiosis International (Deemed) University, as the selection process is conducted by the constituent institutes individually. However, it has been seen over the years that the SNAP cut off are released about a week after exam result declaration. The SNAP cut offs are available through login at the websites of SIU institutes as candidates who pass the SNAP exam, have to fill the personal interview form based on their score and college cut off. The SNAP cut off usually ranges between 55-98 percentile. The cut offs for SIMB Pune is the highest every year and the cut offs for SIHS Pune is the lowest.
SNAP percentile means a candidate's rank against all test takers. It is calculated on the basis of marks scored. For example, total marks in SNAP is 60, so any candidate getting the highest score out of 60 will get 99.99 percentile. Many a times, more than one candidates get highest score so their percentiles are same.
SNAP 2024 Question Paper Break Up, Test 3
The SNAP 2024 Test 3 was easier than Test 2. Check below SNAP Test 3 sectional break up and number of good attempts:
| SNAP Sections |
Number of MCQs |
Total Marks |
Good Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English (VARC) |
15 |
15 |
8-10 |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
12-15 |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
15-18 |
| Total |
60 |
60 |
41-45 |
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SNAP 2024 Analysis: Sectional Difficulty Levels Test 3
Check the below table for difficulty levels of the three sections of SNAP 2024, Test 3:
| SNAP Sections |
Highlights |
Level of Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| General English (VARC) |
Only one question on figures of speech |
Easy |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
Most questions from Arithmetic |
Moderate |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
3-4 lengthy questions; to be skipped |
Moderate to Tough |
| Overall |
Similar to Test 1 and easier than Test 2 |
Moderate to Tough |
Commonly asked questions
Minimum eligibility criterion for SNAP is 50 percent score in graduation for General category candidates. However, if you belong to any of the Reserved categories and have a minimum of 45 percent of in graduation you can apply for SNAP.
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SNAP 2024 Analysis Test 3: Section Wise
Check below section wise analysis and topic wise break up of SNAP 2024 Test 3 to evaluate your performance.
SNAP Exam Analysis 2024 Test 3: Genreral English
General English section of SNAP 2024 Test 3 was easy as usual. There were typical questions like idioms and phrases, fill in the blanks, parts of speech, etc. Check the break up of this section below:
| Topic |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Fill in the blanks |
3-4 |
| Parts of speech |
3-4 |
| Idioms and phrases |
2 |
| Figures of speech |
1 |
| Compound word |
1 |
| Passive voice |
2 |
| Vocabulary |
2-3 |
| Total |
15 |
SNAP exam analysis 2024, Test 3: Analytical and Logical Reasoning
Alphanumeric series, calendar and syllogism questions were easy. Binary Logic questions were to be avoided as they were lengthy. One blood relation question was lengthy.
| Topic |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Alphanumeric Series |
4 |
| Syllogism |
1 |
| Critical Reasoning |
7-8 |
| Calendar |
3 |
| Binary Logic |
3 |
| Blood Relation |
2 |
| Logical Order |
1 |
| Miscellaneous |
3-4 |
| Total |
25 |
SNAP exam analysis 2024, Test 3: Quantitative Aptitude
This section was dominated by Arithmetic as usual. There was on question on circle in Geometry. Modern Math had very basic questions.
| Topic |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Data Interpretation |
1 |
| Arithmetic |
8-9 |
| Geometry, Mensuration |
3 |
| Modern Math |
3-4 |
| Algebra |
2 |
| Numbers |
2-3 |
| Total |
20 |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 22 hours ago
The SNAP question papers are not released officially for either test takers or general public. So, it is difficult actually get SNAP PYQ 2025.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
A candidate can appear for upto three tests for both SNAP at SIU Pune. If a candidate appears for more than one test for either SNAP, the higher score will be considered for the final percentile calculation and there will be no normalization.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Students interested in MBA at any of the Symbiosis Institutes need to take the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Computer Based Test which will be conducted at designated test centres.
However, the institute does offer special pathways to Indian students allowing them to register for classes even i
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Once you're created a login for SNAP 2026, use it to visit your dashboard and fill up the form. In the initial pages of SNAP form, you will find the option to select SIU colleges. You can select minimum to maximum 17 colleges. Choose as per your preference, college cut offs and suitability. Every se
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
SNAP is conducted three times in every annual session. SNAP 2026 is also being conducted thrice on - December 13, 19 and 26. Candidates can take the SNAP 2026 exam once, twice or thrice. Those who will appear for the exam more than once, can use best score of all attempts for SIU admission.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
SNAP 2026 exam | SNAP 01: December 13, 2026 SNAP 02: December 19, 2026 SNAP 03: December 26, 2026 |
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
It is possible but not advisable, as you may not score as desired. It is important to cover the SNAP syllabus too. You can solve questions in mock test correctly only if you understand the topics well.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
- For every correct option 1 mark is awarded
- Forr every incorrect option 0.25 marks are deducted
- No deduction for unanswered questions
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
SNAP exam is a computer based test mode. Candidates have to visit the allotted test centre and take the test on a computer system.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Yes, six months are enough to prepare for SNAP exam. Candidates should start preparation by June to be well prepared by December, the exam month.
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