SNAP 2024: Exam Dates (Dec 8, 15 & 21), Admit Card (Released), Mock Test, Syllabus, Pattern, Old Question Papers

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2024 ( SNAP )

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SNAP 2024 exam dates are December 8, 15 and 21, 2024. SNAP will be conducted in 80 cities across India at designated test centres. SNAP 2024 admit card for Test 1 was released on December 2, 2024. Candidates who have registered for the first session of SNAP exam 2024 can download it through login. 

SNAP 2024 will be conducted in 2 shifts on all three days. Duration of the exam will be 60 minutes. The timings are 2:00 pm to 3 pm and 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Examination timings and test centre location alloted to candidates are mentioned in candidate's SNAP admit card 2024. The exam will have 60 questions from Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and English. Read here all about SNAP 2024. 

Q:   How is SNAP different from other management entrance exams?

A:

SNAP features three major sections, namely General English Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, and Analytical & Logical Reasoning. The test lasts for 60 minutes and comprises 60 questions, with each correct answer earning one mark and a 0.25 mark deduction for each incorrect response. Additionally, the exam is conducted in online mode, making it a more convenient option for test-takers.

The SNAP 2023 syllabus encompasses a broad range of topics, including Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude Data Interpretation, and Analytical & Logical Reasoning. To make it to the next round of the selection process, candidates must meet the required cut-off score and impress the selection panel during Group Exercise, Personal Interaction, and Writing Ability Test (GE-PIWAT).

Compared to other management entrance exams like CAT XAT and MAT SNAP 2023 is a refreshing change of pace. With its shorter duration, fewer questions, and different selection process, it provides candidates with a unique opportunity to demonstrate their skills and stand out from the crowd.

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Q:   How many attempts are allowed in SNAP exam?

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Every candidate can make three attempts in SNAP exam. The SNAP exam is conducted in three sessions in a gap of one or two weeks. Candidates can mention their number of attempts in the SNAP application form. However, they will have to pay application fee per session. Thus, candidates who are sure of making multiple attempts only then they should apply for multiple sessions as the fee amount is non-refundable.  The scores of best attempt will be taken into consideration for shortlisting of candidates for Group Exercise, Personal Interview and Writing Ability Test.

Ideally candidates must take all three attempts as the difficulty level of the sessions could be different and it may so happen that one session is easy and candidates can score high in that.

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Q:   My SNAP percentile is 94, and I had given the interview at SIBM Hyderabad. The interview was average. Are there any chances of admission?

A:
Based on your SNAP percentile of 94, you have a good chance of getting shortlisted for SIBM Hyderabad. However, admission to SIBM Hyderabad is not solely based on your SNAP score and interview performance. The final admission decision is based on various factors, including academic performance, work experience (if any), extracurricular activities, diversity, and the overall profile of the candidate. So, while your interview performance was average, it is still possible that you may be offered admission based on other factors that the institute considers important. However, it ultimately depends on the cut-off scores and the number of seats available for the course you have applied for. It is best to wait for the final admission decision from SIBM Hyderabad and consider backup options in case you are not offered admission.
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Q:   What are the chances with 60 percentile in SNAP of admission in MBA hospital and healthcare management?

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With a 60 percentile in the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Test, the chances of admission to an MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management programme may be limited. However, scoring well in the SNAP exam is crucial for admission to SIBM Pune, which offers a programme in this field. Additionally, some colleges may require a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in a bachelor's degree for admission to an MBA in Healthcare Management. It's important to note that admission criteria may vary between institutions, so it's advisable to research the specific requirements of the colleges you are interested in.
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What is SNAP Exam?

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test or SNAP Test is a common admission test conducted by the Symbiosis International (Deemed) University for admission to the MBA/PGDM programmes offered by its 16 constituent institutes. The SIU offers MBA/PGDM courses in various popular as well as niche specialisations. Apart from SIU constituent institutes, JK Business School-Gurgaon also accepts SNAP score for admission to its MBA programmes.

SNAP exam is a speed-based test and the question paper comprises 60 MCQs from General English, Quantitative-Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency and Analytical & Logical Reasoning. Duration of the exam is 60 minutes without sectional time-limit. The SNAP is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT). Candidates can take three attempts in SNAP 2024. Best of the three scores will be considered for SIU MBA admission.

Latest Updates:

Dec 2, 2024: SNAP 2024 admit card for Test 1 released, download now

Oct 10, 2024: Second SNAP mock rest 2024 on Oct 23, apply by Oct 18, 2024

Sep 20, 2024: SNAP 2024 mock test on Oct 4, apply by Sep 30, 2024

Aug 1, 2024: SNAP 2024 registration to commence from August 5, 2024

Aug 5, 2024: SNAP 2024 registration process started; apply now

SNAP 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SNAP 2024 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

08 Dec '24

SNAP 2024 session 1

09 Dec '24

SNAP 2024 admit card download for session 2

15 Dec '24

SNAP 2024 session 2

15 Dec '24

SNAP 2024 admit card download for session 3

21 Dec '24

SNAP 2024 session 3

08 Jan '25

SNAP 2024 result announcement

DatesPast Exam Dates

02 Dec '24

SNAP 2024 admit card download for session 1

23 Oct '24

SNAP 2024 mock test- 1

18 Oct '24

Last date to register for SNAP mock test 2024- 2

SNAP 2024: Exam Highlights

SNAP is an easy test but accepted by SIU institutes only. Candidates can choose from over 30 MBA/PGDM courses offered by 16 SIU institutes. Before reading about SNAP exam in detail, take a look at the key highlights of the same in the table below:

SNAP Features 

Details 

Exam Name

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP)

Conducting Body

Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU)

SNAP 2024 Exam Dates

December 8, 2024 (Test 1)

December 15, 2024 (Test 2)

December 21, 2024 (Test 3)

Exam Level

National

Exam Frequency

Once a year (three attempts)

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Duration

60 minutes

Exam Syllabus

  • General English
  • Quantitative-Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
  • Analytical & Logical Reasoning

Exam Pattern

60 questions in MCQ format

Language

English

Exam Fees

INR 2,250

Number of Candidates

1.25 lakh ( in 2023)

Exam Purpose

Admission to SIU affiliated colleges

Course Offered

MBA/PGDM

No. of Test Cities

80

Exam Helpdesk No.

 020-39116226

Exam Website

https://www.snaptest.org/

SNAP Admit Card 2024

SNAP 2024 admit card will be session specific. Candidates must make sure that they carry on the exam day,, SNAP 2024 admit card for the relevant session only, otherwise they will not be allowed entry to the test centre. Check below the steps to download SNAP admit card 2024:

  • Log on to SNAP 2024 website
  • Click on 'admit card for Test 1' tab
  • Enter SNAP ID and password in the given field
  • SNAP admit card tab will appear on the screen
  • Click on the tab to download the SNAP admit card

SNAP 2024 Exam Day Guidelines 

SNAP 2024 exam will be held at designated test centres under CCTV surveillance. Listed below are some key dos and don’ts of SNAP exam.

SNAP Dos:

  • Report to your SNAP exam centre two hours before commencement of the exam
  • Check the exam instructions thoroughly before you start solving the questions
  • Candidates with disability and their scribe must carry relevant documents of identification
  • Carry two colour printouts of your SNAP 2024 admit card and one of the following documents as ID proof:
  1. Driving license
  2. Passport
  3. PAN card
  4. Voter ID
  5. Aadhaar card

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SNAP Don'ts:

  • Do not carry cell phones, calculators, watch calculators, digital watches or any electronics gadgets to the exam hall. .

  • Do not carry bags and valuables to the test centre
  • Do not reach the SNAP test centre late. Entry in the exam hall will not be allowed after gates are closed.

  • If you complete the test before time,  remain seated and follow the exit process as instructed by the invigilator.

SNAP Exam Timings and Reporting Time

Given below is the table indicating exam timings for all the three sessions of SNAP 2024. Also note the reporting time for candidates for every session.

SNAP 2024 Session

SNAP 2024 Timing

Reporting Time

Session 1, 2 and 3

02:00 PM to 03:00 PM

12:30 PM

Session 1, 2 and 3

04:30 PM to 5:30 PM

03:00 PM

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SNAP 2024 Exam Pattern

SNAP is one of the the easiest MBA entrance exams amongst all. The SNAP test structure is straightforward and so is the marking scheme. Check below the highlights of SNAP exam pattern 2024:

  • The SNAP exam duration is 60 minutes
  • There is no sectional time limit in SNAP
  • The total number of questions is 60
  • SNAP General English section has 15 questions,
  • Analytical and Logical Reasoning has 25 questions
  • Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation-Data Sufficiency has 20 questions.
  • Total marks of the exam is 60.
  • Every question carries 1 mark
  • There is negative marking of - 0.25 marks for every wrong attempt
  • The difficulty level of SNAP exam is easy to moderate.
SNAP pattern

An overview of SNAP exam pattern

SNAP Syllabus 2024

The SNAP syllabus includes all the topics of Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. The questions are easy, though. One can cover all the topics in 4-5 months and crack the exam with high scores. Check the table below for section wise distribution of topics: 

SNAP Exam Sections

Important Topics

General English (Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability)

Parajumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Passages, Verbal Ability, Grammar, Antonym-Synonym, Syllogisms, Analogies, One Word Substitution, Similar Sounding Words, etc. 

Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

Mensuration, Geometry, Algebra, Trigonometry, Probability, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Partnership, Time-Speed-Distance, Data Interpretation, etc.

Analytical and Logical Reasoning

Column Graphs, Pie Chart, Coding and Decoding, Puzzles, etc.

SNAP Exam Preparation

Even though SNAP is an easy exam, one must make sure thay are well prepared for it. To prepare for SNAP 2024, candidates start preparation at least six months in advance. 

  • Candidates must study the topics included in SNAP syllabus and practice previous years' SNAP question papers.
  • The SNAP preparation plan should included weekly and monthly targets so that the syllabus is covered holistically and candidates get ample time to practice questions/mock test.
  • Practicing official SNAP mock test and revision in the last month is crucial. A major part of success depends on the number and quality of SNAP mock tests you have attempted successfully.
  • They must be thorough with the concepts and formulae of Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Reasoning and Verbal Ability. 
  • Studying in time bound manner will help in covering the syllabus timely which will allow more time for practice sessions.

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8 key tips to crack Analytical & Logical Reasoning section of SNAP

How to Prepare for SNAP 2024 in 6 months

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SNAP Result 2024

SNAP 2024 result cum scorecard will contain every candidate’s personal information, SNAP scores and SNAP percentiles (sectional and overall). It will be released in online mode on January 8, 2025. To know how to download SNAP 2024 result, check the steps below:

  • Log on to the SNAP 2024 website: https://www.snaptest.org/
  • Click on the tab 'Download Scorecard' 
  • Enter your SNAP ID and password
  • SNAP 2024 result cum scorecard will appear on the screen
  • Download it and take a print out

SNAP 2024 result of all sessions will be released together on the same day. Based on the result, candidates will be shortlisted for admission round by the SIU institute that they shall have selected in the application form.

Also Read: What After SNAP result?

SNAP Cut Offs

SNAP cut offs vary for SIU courses and colleges. Given below is the table indicating estimated previous years' SNAP cut offs for admission. This table is only for reference which candidates can use for exam preparation to target their preferred institute as the SNAP cut offs are not released publically. 

SIU Institute

SNAP cut off 2024 (percentile)

SIBM, Pune

98.5

SCMHRD, Pune

96

SIIB, Pune

93

SIBM, Bangalore

90

SIOM, Nashik

87

SICSR, Pune

82

SITM, Pune

83

SIMS, Pune

77

SCIT, Pune

76

SSMC, Bangalore

75

SIMC, Pune

73

SSBF, Pune

60

SIHS, Pune

58

SIBM, Hyderabad

58

SSSS, Pune

55

SNAP College Predictor

Predict your SNAP score and admission chances with Shiksha college predictor. Enter your category and SNAP score to get the list of SIU colleges in which you are likely to be selected.

Check SNAP cut offs and predict calls from colleges accepting SNAP score for admission. Check Fees, Placement Reviews, Admission, Shortlist Criteria and Eligibility of all SNAP participating colleges by clicking the link below:

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SNAP Selection Process

Admission process through SNAP 2024 for SIU affiliated institutes will include Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interaction (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT). Selection of candidates for GE-PI-WAT will be done on the basis of SNAP percentile scored by candidates.  

The SNAP participating institutes will shortlist candidates for GE/PI and WAT on the basis of minimum SNAP cut off 2024. Shortlisted candidates will have to participate in GE/PI and WAT rounds to pass the second phase of the admission process. The final selection for MBA batch 2025 will be based on each candidate’s academic record and performance in SNAP and GE/PI and WAT.

Points allotted to SNAP and GE/PI/WAT for final selection:

SNAP Selection Criteria

Points

SNAP exam score

50

GE

10

PI

30

WAT

10

Total

100

Top Colleges Accepting SNAP Scores

Colleges affiliated to SIU and 20 other private MBA institutes accept SNAP scores for admission to various MBA/PGDM programmes. Find below the list of SIU colleges that accept SNAP scores. For other MBA colleges accepting SNAP score, refer to the exam highlight section above on this page.

SIU Institutes Accepting SNAP for MBA Admission

Courses offered at SIU through SNAP score

Following are the MBA courses that are offered at SIU institutes for which SNAP is conducted. Candidates have to select course and institute in the SNAP application process 2024 to be eligible for the second round of admission process. 

MBA Courses Offered at SIU

1. MBA

10. MBA (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)

2. MBA Marketing

11. MBA Human Resources

3. MBA (Information Technology)

12. MBA (Infrastructure Development and Management)

4. MBA (Business Analytics)

13. MBA (International Business)

5. MBA (Agri Business)

14. MBA (Energy & Environment)

6. MBA (Telecom Management)

15. MBA (Communication Management)

7. MBA (Operations Management)

16. MBA (Information Technology Business Management)

8. MBA (Data Science and Data Analytics)

17. MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management)

9. MBA (Banking and Finance)

18. MBA (Sports Sciences)

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SNAP Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates have to fulfil the below-given eligibility criteria for appearing in SNAP exam 2024:

  • Graduation in any stream with minimum 50 per cent aggregate (45 per cent for SC/ST/PWD candidates) or equivalent from a recognised university or institute can apply for SNAP 2024.

  • For certain MBA specialisation, one may need to have studied a relevant course in graduation.
  • Final year graduation candidates can also appear in SNAP. However, they will have to present passing certificate of final year by a certain deadline. Till then their selection will be provisional.
  • There is no age limit for SNAP. Any individual or working professional can appear for the exam.
  • International students have to obtain a certificate of equivalence from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) to be able to apply for SNAP 2024.

Also read: SNAP eligibility criteria for General and SC/ST candidates

SNAP Application Process 2024

SNAP registration cum application process 2024 is online and candidates have to fill the form at the SNAP website. Candidates can select the number of attempts in application form and make fee payment accordingly. Fee is to be paid per session. For choosing SIU institutes, candidates have to pay INR 1000 per college. Check how to fill the SNAP 2024 application form below:

  • Visit the SNAP 2024 website (snaptest.org)
  • Click on 'apply for Symbiosis MBA via SNAP 2024'
  • Go to register option and
  • Enter personal and academic details, choose exam dates, test city
  • Upload passport size photo (not more than six months old)
  • Make payment of SNAP application fee of INR 2,250 via credit/debit card or net banking
  • Enter academic details, work experience and address
  • Select SIU colleges and courses of your choice
  • Pay INR 1,000 per course/college to complete the process

SNAP Test Cities and Centres

SNAP 2024 exam will be conducted in 80 cities across India. Every city will have at least one SNAP test centre where candidates will have to take the test on a computer system. A candidate can choose up to three cities for allotment of test location in the SNAP application form in accordance with the SNAP exam session (not all SNAP sessions are conducted in all SNAP cities). The test centre will be alloted as per the choice made. Once selected, SNAP test cities can't be changed, so candidates must make the selection carefully.

Check the list of SNAP 2024 test cities

SNAP 2024 Contact Information

SYMBIOSIS TEST SECRETARIAT

SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY,

Gram: Lavale, Tal: Mulshi, District: Pune – 412115
Tele Fax: 020-39116228
Whatsapp: 7709328908
Email: info@snaptest.org

For Technical Queries:
Call: 044-42272727

Mob: 8605625553/ 8605625554

Important FAQs Regarding SNAP 2024

Check here Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about SNAP 2024 exam:

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42 Institutes accepting SNAP

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • 4.4

    Placements

    4.5

    Infrastructure

    4.6

    Faculty & Course Curriculum

    4.0

    Crowd & Campus Life

    4.7

    Value for Money

    4.2

    Learning Experience

    0.0

    Course Support

    0.0
    (89)
  • |
  • Total Fees: ₹ 24.20 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
MBA in Business Analytics
  • Total Fees: ₹ 17.68 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
PGDM in Analytics and Digital Business Major
  • Total Fees: ₹ 14.00 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
MBA in Agri Business Management
  • 3.9

    Placements

    3.8

    Infrastructure

    3.9

    Faculty & Course Curriculum

    4.0

    Crowd & Campus Life

    4.2

    Value for Money

    3.5

    Learning Experience

    0.0

    Course Support

    0.0
    (64)
  • |
  • Total Fees: ₹ 12.70 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time

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