SNAP Selection Process 2026 includes SNAP 2025 score, Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interaction (PI). The SIU institutes have started to release the shortlist of candidates for the first round of admission. Today, SIBM Pune, SCMHRD and SIIB released their PI shortlist 2026 for MBA programmes in January 2026 and the GE-PI round was conducted in February 2026. SIBM released the first merit list on February 27, 2026.
Selection for the PI round was based on candidate's SNAP exam score. SNAP 2025 result was announced on January 9, 2026. Read below, all about Symbiosis MBA selection process 2026.
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- SNAP Selection Process 2026: Highlights
- SNAP Admission Process 2026
- Institute-Wise SNAP Cut Offs 2025
- MBA Courses Offered by SIU Institutes
- FAQs on SNAP Selection Process
SNAP Selection Process 2026: Highlights
- Candidates had to select their preferred MBA courses and SIU institutes in the SNAP 2025 application form only
- SNAP had to pay candidates have to pay INR 1,000 per SIU institute in the SNAP registration cum application form
- Each Institute will conduct SNAP admission process 2026 separately for each programme
- The call for participation in GE-PI will be based on SNAP cut offs fixed for that particular academic year
- SIU institutes will fix admission cut offs individually based on their own admission requirements and parameters
- Candidate's academic history will also be taken into consideration for PI shortlisting 2026
- Based on their overall SNAP cut off percentile, a candidate may get shortlisted for more than one programme. In such a scenario, they will have to participate in the selection process for each course separately.
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Commonly asked questions
A good attempt of around 80 per cent of questions with 85-90 per cent accuracy is considered good score in SNAP. The SNAP exam has 60 questions only, so the number of attempts considered good are 40-45. Candidates must aim to solve a good number of questions in every section of SNAP, so that their overall score is good and they have a better chance of getting selected for admission. If you do not clear the SNAP cut off may not be eligible for admission to MBA programmers offered by SIU institutes. Meeting the minimum cut off is a mandatory requirement to be eligible for the Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT). Thus, when preparing for SNAP, keep in mind a target score. The SNAP cut offs are lower for Reserved category candidates.
SNAP Admission Process 2026
SNAP shortlisting process for MBA batch of 2026 will include GE and PI. Candidates shortlisted for the GE-PI will be informed via email.
What is Group Exercise?
Group Exercise or GE is like group discussion in which candidates will be grouped in 8-10 and each batch will be given a case to discuss and come up with solutions. The case will be based on Marketing, Human Resource, Finance, and Operations. Each batch will be given 20 minutes to discuss and present the solution.
What is Personal Interaction?
Personal Interaction or PI round, is a face to face interaction with a panel comprising academics, teachers and industry experts. The questions range from ‘why MBA’ to hobbies to future plans.This round is conducted to check the candidate's communication ability and managerial qualities.
SNAP Selection Process2026: Final Merit List and Parameters
SNAP final merit list of selected candidates will be prepared on the basis of their performance in each selection round. Candidates will be marked in each round and a composite score will be calculated for each of them. Check the table below for parameters and weightage of each SNAP selection round 2026:
| SNAP final merit list: parameters and weightage |
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| SNAP Score* |
50 |
| GE |
10 |
| PI |
40 |
| Total |
100 |
*Out of 60, scaled down to 50 marks.
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, it is mandatory to fill the SNAP application form for admission to the MBA programmes of the SIU institute. There is a field in the SNAP application form where candidates have to mention their choice of SIU colleges and MBA courses they wish to pursue. They need to pay INR 1000 per college selection. There will be no institute specific application form released later. Candidates will have to use the SNAP application ID to fill the admission shortlist forms of the constituent institutes. If a candidate fails to mention a college in their SNAP application form, they will not be shortlisted for WAT-GE-PI of that SIU institute.
Institute-Wise SNAP Cut Offs 2025
Category-wise SNAP cut off for merit list and wait list will be displayed on the website of the respective SIU institutes after the GE-PI round has been conducted. Check the expected SNAP cut offs 2025 in the table below:
| SIU Institute |
SNAP 2025 cut off (expected) |
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| 98.5 |
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| 96 |
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| 93 |
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| 90 |
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| 87 |
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| 82 |
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| 83 |
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| 77 |
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| 76 |
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| 75 |
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| 73 |
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| 60 |
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| 58 |
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| 58 |
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| 55 |
Commonly asked questions
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
Candidates are selected on the basis of SNAP cut offs for the MBA admission round which consists of Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT). This round is held in February and March after the announcement of SNAP result.
Candidates who clear the GE-PI-WAT round are selected for MBA admission. The parameters for selection also include class 10, 12 and graduation scores, academic profile and work experience. All SIU institutes conduct Group Exercise, Writing Ability Test but individually.
Sectional SNAP cut offs may be evaluated for selection of candidate for Group Exercise, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview. Scores of every section will be taken into consideration for shortlisting of candidates along with their academic record. Thus, candidates must ensure that they perform well enough in each section of the SNAP exam.
MBA Courses Offered by SIU Institutes
SIU institutes and their MBA programmes are listed below:
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| Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research (SICSR, Pune) |
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| Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD, Pune) |
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| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication, Pune (SIMC, Pune) |
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| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Bengaluru (SIBM, Bengaluru) |
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| Symbiosis School of Media & Communication, Bengaluru (SSMC, Bengaluru) |
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| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Hyderabad (SIBM, Hyderabad) |
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FAQs on SNAP Selection Process
Check below Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to SNAP selection process:
Commonly asked questions
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.
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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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Contributor-Level 7
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