SNAP 2025 Exam Analysis (Test 1, Slot 1 & 2 Available); Check Expected Cutoff for SIU

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2026 ( SNAP )

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Updated on Dec 6, 2025 21:07 IST
SNAP exam analysis 2025 for Test 1 held today has been shared below. The initial review suggests that the SNAP exam was easy. SNAP exam was conducted at multiple exam centres in 79+ cities across India. Check here in-depth SNAP 2025 analysis here along with expected SNAP cut off 2025 for SIU admission.

SNAP exam analysis 2025 for Test 1 held today has been shared below. The review suggests that the SNAP exam was easy. Check here in-depth SNAP 2025 analysis here along with expected SNAP cut off 2025 for SIU admission. 

SNAP 2025 Analysis (Question Paper)

SNAP Question Paper Analysis

SNAP 2025 exam analysis is out and it says the exam was easy. SNAP 2025 Test 1 was conducted today in two slots. The first session of SNAP 2025 Test 1 was conducted today from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM and the second session was held from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. The SNAP 2025 question paper was easy and the difficulty level was as expected. English had no RC. Grammar and Vocabulary questions were very easy. Analytical and Logical Reasoning had easy questions from syllogism, coding-decoding, blood relation, and usual topics. In Quants to most of the questions were easy. The SNAP 2025 exam analysis includes sections wise difficulty level, topic-wise weightage, types of questions and expected SNAP 2025 cut offs.

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Table of contents
  • SNAP 2025 Exam Analysis: Highlights
  • SNAP 2025 Question Paper Break Up, Session 1
  • SNAP 2025 Analysis: Sectional Difficulty Levels of Session 1
  • SNAP 2025 Exam Analysis: General English
  • SNAP Exam Analysis 2025: Analytical & Logical Reasoning
  • SNAP Exam Analysis 2025: Quantitative, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency
  • SNAP 2025 Cut Offs for top institutes (Expected)
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SNAP 2025 Exam Analysis: Highlights

  • SNAP exam was conducted at multiple exam centres in 79 cities across India.
  • The SNAP 2025 question paper had 60 questions
  • The test had three sections - General English, A-LR, QA, DI-DS
  • SNAP 2025 General English had 15 easy MCQs.
  • A-LR section had 25 MCQs which were moderate.
  • Quantitative Aptitude section was tougher than English and Reasoning
  • Overall SNAP 2025 Test 1 was easy
  • About 43-45 correct attempts will be considered good
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the SNAP cut off determining factors?
A: 

SNAP cut offs are determined by:

  • Number of candidates in exam
  • Difficulty level 
  • Number of candidates who passed
  • Pass percentage
  • High percentile range
  • Number of seats available
Q:   Is any other exam score apart from SNAP accepted for MBA admissions at SIU?
A: 

No other exam score apart from SNAP is accepted by the SIU institutes for MBA admissions. Candidates who wish to pursue MBA from the Symbiosis International (Deemed) University have to appear for the SNAP exam and clear it. The SNAP exam is conducted in the month of December every month. 

SNAP score is in fact valid for admission to only the 16 SIU institutes. No other private or government MBA institute accepts SNAP for admissions.

Q:   What is the minimum academic requirement for SIU admission through SNAP?
A: 

Minimum academic requirement for SIU admission through SNAP is graduation with at least 50% marks (45 % for reserved categories). Higher your academic score, higher the chances of getting selected.

Q:   What if I do not make it to the first list of SIU admission through SNAP?
A: 

If your name does not reflect in the first list of candidates selected for admission through SNAP, then you must wait for second list. Colleges release wait list of candidates who are eligible for admission, if the seats remain vacant after first round of admission.

SNAP 2025 Question Paper Break Up, Session 1

The SNAP 2025 Test 1 was easy. Check below sectional break up and number of good attempts:

Section

Number of questions

Good Attempts

General English

15

11-12

Analytical & Logical Reasoning

25

19-20

Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

20

15-16

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SNAP 2025 Analysis: Sectional Difficulty Levels of Session 1

Given below is the table indicating difficulty levels of the three sections of SNAP 2025, Test 1:

SNAP Sections

Highlights

Level of Difficulty

General English (VARC)

Grammar and Vocabulary

Easy

Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

Calculation intensive

Moderate

Analytical & Logical Reasoning

Dominated by Critical Reasoning

Easy to Moderate

Overall

Time management was key

Easy

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the minimum cutoff marks for SIU admission through SNAP?
A: 

The minimum marks of every SIU institute varies. While for SIBM Pune and SCHMRD the minimum cut off is usually 95-98 percentile, the cut offs for SSBF Pune is nearly 60.

Q:   How many test centres are there in one SNAP city?
A: 

There is a minimum of one test centre in each SNAP city. However, in big cities like Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, etc. there can be two test centres.

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SNAP 2025 Exam Analysis: General English

The English section of SNAP 2025 Test 1 was the easiest. There were no RC passages as usual. Check below topic wise break up.

Question types

Number of questions

Level of difficulty

Analogies (Vocab-based)

2

Easy

FIB – 1 and 2 blanks – Grammar/Vocab

9

Easy

Grammar (Parts of speech, Passive voice)

2

Easy

Synonyms

1

Easy

Vocabulary (root)

1

Easy

SNAP Exam Analysis 2025: Analytical & Logical Reasoning

Given below is the table indication topic wise weightage of A-LR section of SNAP 2025 question paper. This section was overall moderate.

SNAP A-LR Topics

Number of questions

Level of difficulty

Verbal Reasoning

Syllogisms

1

Easy

Course of Action, Ethical Course of Action

3

Easy

Critical Reasoning – Weaken

1

Easy

Implicit Statements

2

Easy

Cause Effect

1

Easy

Statement Arguments

1

Easy

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Complete the series (2 numbers, 2 combined)

4

1 Easy, 1 Medium, 2 Difficult

Linear Arrangement

2

1 Easy, 1 Medium

Matrix Arrangement

2

1 Easy, 1 Medium

Family Tree

2

1 Easy, 1 Medium

Calendar

2

1 Easy, 1 Medium

Clocks

1

1 Easy

Binary Logic

1

1 Difficult

Coding

2

2 Easy

SNAP Exam Analysis 2025: Quantitative, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency

SNAP 2025 question paper of Test 1 had slightly tough Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency questions. Check below topic wise break up of the section.

SNAP 2025 Quant Topics

Easy

Medium

Difficult

Total

Arithmetic

3

4

0

7

Modern Mathematics

3

1

1

5

Geometry

3

0

0

3

Numbers

1

1

0

2

Algebra

2

1

0

3

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SNAP 2025 Cut Offs for top institutes (Expected)

Based on the difficulty level of SNAP 2025 Test 1, here’s an estimation of cut offs for MBA admission to SIBM Pune, SCMHRD and other top colleges:

SNAP 2025 cutoff

SIBM Pune SNAP cutoff

98+ %ile

SCMHRD SNAP cutoff

97.5+ %ile

SIIB SNAP cutoff

94-96 %ile

SIBM Bangalore SNAP cutoff

91-93 %ile

SIOM Nashik SNAP cutoff

86-90 %ile

SIDTM Pune SNAP cutoff

83 %ile

SICSR Pune SNAP cutoff

82 - 85 %ile

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Answered Yesterday

Clearing SNAP exam is not the only requirement for admission to SIU MBA admission. Candidates have to also clear the Group Exercise (GE), Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) for selection.

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Esha Singh

Contributor-Level 7

Answered Yesterday

You can apply for multiple Symbiosis institutes, by selecting preferred colleges in the SNAP application form. Fee per college selection is INR 1000, to be paid along with exam registration fee.

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Manisha Singh

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

Analytical and Logical Reasoning section of SNAP has maximum weightage of 25 questions and 25 marks. 

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Anya B

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks 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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Pallavi Gupta

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks 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. 

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Vipra Shrivastava

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 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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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 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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Pallavi Gupta

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 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.

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Vipra Shrivastava

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 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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Nitesh Vimal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 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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Sreetama Tyagi

Contributor-Level 7