What is SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Detailed Syllabus and Question Type
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2026 ( SNAP )
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21 Aug '26 - 25 Nov '26
Ethics, Morality and Values is the new addition in SNAP exam. It has weightage of 10 marks. So what is SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values? Let’s find out.
Know what is SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values
SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values is the latest topic of discussion among exam aspirants. SIU has introduced this 10-mark section in the SNAP exam 2026. The announcement has led to aspirants feeling worried and confused about what to study and how to study for this section. With SNAP 2026 scheduled on December 13, 19 and 26; candidates may be worried about the fourth section and it’s difficulty level.
SNAP aspirants need not worry about Ethics, Morality and Values section as it theory based and relatable. A lot of it is something we’ve learnt in live and our general conduct. This section has already been covered in several entrance exams, as it lays emphasis on professional conducts and business values. In this article, we have shared all the details that you need to know about SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values section. Read on.
- SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Highlights
- SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Syllabus and Topics
- SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Question Type
- Latest Pattern of SNAP Exam
- Why Ethics, Morality and Values has been added to SNAP?
SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Highlights
- The Ethics, Morality and Values section of SNAP 2026 will be of 10 marks
- There will be 10 questions in MCQ format of 1 mark each
- For incorrect attempt, there will be negative marking of 0.25
- Inclusion of Ethics, Morality and Values does not disturb the original SNAP paper pattern
- SNAP Test remains a 60-question, 60-marks test
- 5 questions each have been deducted from English and Analytical Reasoning section to accommodate Ethics, Morality and Values
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SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Syllabus and Topics
SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values is similar to Decision Making section of XAT. The topics pertain to business and work place scenarios. This subject will manly require you to study foundational concepts, ethical theories, business and corporate ethics, Personal and Professional values and case based judgement. Check the below table for SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Syllabus and Topics.
| Topics |
Sub topics |
|---|---|
| Foundational concepts
|
Ethics – study of principles Morality – personal and social beliefs of right and wrong Values – core belief Attitude – mental disposition that shapes behavior Emotional intelligence – empathy, self awareness Conscience, probity, objectivity in decision making |
| Ethical Theories
|
Theory based and scenario based questions Consequentialism/utilitarianism – for the greater good Deontology (Kantian ethics) – duty based, categorical imperative Virtue ethics – character and moral habituation Ethical egoism vs altruism Ethical relativism vs ethical absolutism Means vs end Rights and justice based decision making |
| Business and corporate ethics
|
Corporate governance principles – transparency, accountability, fairness Corporate social responsibility and section 135 Companies Act Conflict of interest. Insider trading Whistleblowing – duty, dilemma and protection Ethical leadership Business codes of conduct and compliance frameworks Sustainability Stakeholder vs shareholder |
| Personal and Professional values
|
Integrity and objectivity in professional life Empathy, compassion and tolerance Accountability and ownership of outcomes Diversity, equity and inclusion at work place Work ethics and professional discipline Managing bias is hiring and performance evaluation Balancing personal values against organizational expectations |
| Applied Ethics/Case based judgements
|
Ethical dilemmas Workplace conflict – manager vs employee, peer vs peer Resource allocation and fairness trade off Rules vs compassion – situations in which policy can be altered Short term gain vs long term gain Social dilemmas related to business vs community and environment Types of questions to expect Word and definition matching Theory identification Scenario judgement Statements and conclusion |
SNAP Ethics, Morality and Values: Question Type
Ethics, Morality and Values questions in SNAP will be MCQ based. The passages will be short having single MCQ. Candidates can expect the following type of questions in this section of SNAP exam 2026:
- Scenario based questions
- Definition based questions
- Statement based questions
- Best response based questions
- Business Theory based questions
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Latest Pattern of SNAP Exam
Check the below table for sectional break up of SNAP 2026 question paper. The sectional weightage will be same for all three sessions.
| SNAP Sections |
Number of MCQs |
SNAP Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English (VARC) |
10 |
10 |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
20 |
20 |
| Ethics, Morality and Values |
10 |
10 |
| Total |
60 |
60 |
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Why Ethics, Morality and Values has been added to SNAP?
Business is an ever-evolving universe. With the world changing outside, workplaces should change too. In the present scenario data privacy, consumer right, DEI, CSR and Sustainability drive business decisions. The future will see these aspects gaining more credence in decision making. Thus, it becomes imperative to prepare business leaders who look beyond profit.
Several management schools test candidates on these parameters during the selection round in the form of group exercise, presentation or essay writing. As premier management institute, Symbiosis International University (SIU) sees that Ethics, Morality and Values will play a key role in the success of business organizations and leaders, thus the need for preparing future leaders who with values and principles in line with the modern world.
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SNAP 2026 exam | SNAP 01: December 13, 2026 SNAP 02: December 19, 2026 SNAP 03: December 26, 2026 |
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Answered 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
SNAP has negative marking of 0.25. To avoid negative marking, candidates must not do guess work and do not attempt any question that they feel they can't solve correctly.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, the question papers of all SNAP sessions are not same. In every exam session, the SNAP question paper has a unique set of 60 questions.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
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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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
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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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
Analytical and Logical Reasoning section of SNAP has maximum weightage of 25 questions and 25 marks.
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