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Q: What is a good score in SNAP?

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.

Q: Is SNAP exam conducted in online mode?

Yes, SNAP is conducted in online mode. Candidates have appear for the exam in computer based test mode at a designated test centre which is allotted to them on the basis of city preferences mentioned by them in the SNAP application form. To take the SNAP test, they have to log into the computer system using their application details or login credentials. They have to answer the questions using the computer mouse. They have to use the mouse to click on the option they think is correct. All the rough work is to be done on the paper provided in the test lab. Three SNAP attempts are allowed to every candidate. They can attempt the exam once, twice or thrice. The best score of the three attempts will be taken into consideration for admission shortlist by SIU institutes.

Q: Does SIU release the official SNAP question papers?

The official SNAP question paper is not released by the exam authority anymore. It used to be released along with the answer key after the exam until 2019. Since 2020, when the exam format changed from single session to three sessions, the SNAP question paper, response sheet and answer key release was stopped. Now, after the SNAP exam, the authorities directly release the scorecards. However, unofficial SNAP answer keys are released by coaching institutes and mentors for candidates to analyse their performance. The unofficial answer keys are released on the same day as exam session contain SNAP questions and their solved answers. These-memory based question paper and answer key help candidates in assessing their performance by seeing which of their attempts were correct and which were incorrect.

Q: I am a fresher. Which SNAP book should I refer to for Quantitative Aptitude preparation?

Freshers should start Quantitative Aptitude preparation with NCERT Mathematics books of Class 9 and 10 for getting fundamental understanding of the topics and concepts. Once they have grasped the concepts of Algebra, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Geometry and other topics of Arithmetic, then move on to books with advanced level of Quantitative Aptitude topics. Arun Sharma’s books on preparation for Quantitative Aptitude (also VARC and DILR books) are highly recommended as they are exhaustive and contain test papers of various difficulty levels. With the help of Arun Sharma books, you can understand the concepts and learn application to different type of Mathematical problems. In addition to that, you should refer to other Quant books and sample papers.

Q: What is the difficulty level of SNAP question paper?

SNAP is one of the few MBA entrance exams which is easy in terms of difficulty level. It is much easier The number of questions, as well as the exam duration are less that than other MBA entrance exams. The type of questions asked in SNAP as also pretty straightforward. Moreover, SNAP exam is held thrice for candidates to repeat attempts, which allows candidates to improve their score if they want to. The SNAP syllabus is same as other MBA entrance exam and there are no questions on Reading Comprehension or Data Sufficiency. This makes the SNAP exam much easier to crack than other exams. Since 2020, the exam is conducted for only 60 minutes and the total number of questions asked is also 60. The first section of SNAP question paper is General English, the second section is Analytical & Logical Reasoning and the third section is Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency.

Q: How many attempts are allowed in SNAP exam?

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.

Q: Is SNAP exam conducted in multiple slots?

No, SNAP exam is conducted in only one slot but on three days. In 2025, the exam will be conducted on three days and the candidates can attempt the exam in all three sessions. Separate admit card will be released for every SNAP session. Multiple sessions are conducted for SNAP to provide an opportunity to candidates to improve their scores. If the first session turns out to be difficult for a candidate, they can study more and take the second exam to improve the score. The best scores of all the sessions taken by the candidate is taken into consideration for SIU MBA admission, thus candidates need not worry about whether their second/third attempt will better than first or not.

Q: Where can I get official SNAP mock test?

The official SNAP mock test is conducted online by SIU on its portal snaptest.org. Candidates who fill the SNAP application form are eligible to take the official mock test by booking a slot at the exam website. They need to submit the SNAP application form before a certain deadline to appear in the official SNAP mock test. The official SNAP mock test is of one hour and remote proctored. Candidates can choose a slot to appear for it and take the test from home or any location of convenience. SNAP mock test is conducted twice. Once in October and once in November, so that candidates are familiar with the SNAP exam pattern and test navigation before they appear for the actual exam which is conducted in the month of December.

Q: How many SNAP mock tests and question papers should I solve for a good score?

There is no definite number of mock test that the candidate should practice. It totally depends on the candidate’s ability and strength viz a viz the SNAP syllabus. Some candidates need less number of SNAP mock tests to reach the optimum level of preparation whereas some candidates need more number of SNAP mock tests to reach the optimum level. At the same time, it is recommended that on an average, candidates should practice at least 25-30 SNAP mock tests to perform well in the exam. Candidates should also analyse each and every mock test performance to know their progress. With every consecutive mock test, they should be able to score higher than previous mock test. Every candidate must decide upon the number and quality of mock tests based on their preparation level. They neither should solve less mock tests nor over-do it.

Q: From when should I start solving SNAP mock tests?

SNAP mock test is an important part of exam preparation but they should know when to start practicing it. The candidates should start solving mock tests only after completing the SNAP syllabus. October-November is the ideal month to start solving mock tests for SNAP exam preparation as the exam is conducted in December. Those preparing for other entrance exams simultaneously, can practice SNAP mock test without completing the syllabus also as they would be already familiar with the topics, concepts, theorems, etc. Those who have attempted SNAP before, can start their preparation by attempting a SNAP mock test to see how much do they remember. Candidates should start solving the full length SNAP mock tests only when they are confident about every chapter and topic included in the SNAP syllabus.

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SNAP syllabus 2025 includes General English, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, Analytical Reasoning and Logical Reasoning. It is prescribed by the Symbiosis International (deemed to be) University (SIU), the exam conducting institution. SNAP exam syllabus is easy but needs focussed preparation.

The SNAP question paper consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) only. In SNAP 2025 exam, there will be 60 questions to be solved in 60 minutes. To perform well in SNAP exam, candidates must know the syllabus and study it thoroughly with the help of SNAP books and practice questions. Read this article to know section-wise SNAP Test syllabus 2025, preparation and other details.

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SNAP Syllabus 2025: Key Aspects

SNAP syllabus is easy to cover if one is preparing for any other MBA exam
SNAP English section has only vocabulary and grammar questions
SNAP Analytical and Logical Reasoning section has verbal reasoning, abstract reasoning and puzzles
SNAP Quantitative Aptitude section has Arithmetic, Geometry, Algebra, Number System, Mensuration and DI
Questions in SNAP exam are direct and straightforward

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SNAP Exam Syllabus: Section Wise Highlights 2025
SNAP Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation
SNAP Syllabus for Analytical and Logical Reasoning
SNAP Syllabus for General English
SNAP Exam Pattern 2025
SNAP 2025 Exam Preparation Tips
Best Books and Study Material for SNAP Preparation 2025
FAQs on SNAP Syllabus 2025

SNAP Exam Syllabus: Section Wise Highlights 2025

SNAP exam syllabus is same that of other MBA entrance exams, However, In SNAP maximum weightage is for Analytical and Logical Reasoning and not Quantitative Aptitude. Take a look at the table below to know the important topics included in SNAP exam syllabus 2025:

SNAP Exam Sections	Important SNAP Topics
General English (Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability)	Syllogisms, Analogies, Grammar, Antonym-Synonym, One Word Substitution, Similar Sounding Words, Parajumbles, Fill in the Blanks
Quantitative, Data interpretation & Data Sufficiency (QA, DI-DS)	Trigonometry, Geometry, Algebra, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Partnership, Time-Speed-Distance, Data Interpretation
Analytical and Logical Reasoning (A-LR)	Column Graphs, Pie Chart, Coding and Decoding, Puzzles

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Q: Is SNAP exam conducted in multiple slots?

SNAP Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation

This section of SNAP exam has 20 questions from Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation. This section includes Data Sufficiency too but in the last few years, no question has been asked from it. To ace this section of SNAP exam, candidates must understand the fundamentals and memorise theorems and formulae. Listed below are the topics of QA, DI-DS section of SNAP Test syllabus:

SNAP syllabus: QA, DI-DS
Algebra	Geometry	Trigonometry
Mensuration	Number System	Logarithm
Linear Equations & Quadratic Equations	Set Theory	Arithmetic
Progressions	Binomial Theorem	Surds and Indices
Inequalities	Permutation & Combination	Probability Functions
Mixtures & Alligations	Co-ordinate Geometry	Series
Graphs-Pie Chart	Bar Graphs	Tables

Also Read: How to prepare for Quantitative Aptitude

Commonly asked questions

Q: Does SIU release the official SNAP question papers?

Q: I am a fresher. Which SNAP book should I refer to for Quantitative Aptitude preparation?

SNAP Syllabus for Analytical and Logical Reasoning

The A-LR section of SNAP exam 2025 will require candidates to use their reasoning ability for solving the questions. To crack this section, candidates must practice a large number of Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning questions. Learn short cuts of solving questions in less time with 100 per cent accuracy. Study the following topics from SNAP Test syllabus to ace this section:

SNAP syllabus: A-LR
Family Tree/Blood Relations	Coding/Decoding	Analogy & Series
Seating Arrangement	Direction Sense	Mathematical Reasoning
Clocks & Calendars	Syllogisms	Meaningful Word/Matrix
Critical Reasoning	Visual Reasoning	Verbal & Miscellaneous Reasoning

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is a good score in SNAP?

Q: Is SNAP exam conducted in online mode?

SNAP Syllabus for General English

General English section of SNAP 2025 exam will be a mix of questions from Grammar and Verbal Ability. There are no Reading Comprehension (RC) passages in SNAP anymore. To improve vocabulary, candidates can refer to the book - Word Power Made Easy and read newspapers, blogs, business reports and literary works. Apart from that, prepare the following topics of SNAP Test syllabus to score well in Verbal Ability and Grammar:

SNAP syllabus: General English
Sentence Completion	Analogies	Active Voice and Passive Voice
Sentence Correction	Synonyms and Antonyms	One Word Substitution
Jumbled Paragraphs	Contextual Usage	Odd One Out
Fill in the Blanks	Idioms and Syllogisms	Vocabulary

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is one month enough to prepare for SNAP?

Q: Which SNAP books should I read for General English section?

SNAP Exam Pattern 2025

To cover SNAP 2025 syllabus in a fruitful way candidates must know the SNAP exam pattern and sectional weightage. A key point to note is that one has to address 60 questions in 60 minutes so if one is not familiar with the test pattern, they might not be able to use the time well. It is also important because then you can prepare for the exam day accordingly for optimising your performance:

Candidates can appear for 1, 2 or 3 SNAP sessions.
The best score of all the attempts will be taken into consideration for PI shortlisting.
SNAP question paper of every session will be unique.
Difficulty level of the exam sessions may vary.
Total number of questions in SNAP 2025 question paper will be 60.
Total marks of the SNAP exam 2025 will be 60.
There will be no TITA questions in SNAP 2025 exam.
All the questions in MCQ format will carry 1 mark each.
There is negative marking of 25 per cent for each wrong answer.

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SNAP Question Paper Pattern

The SNAP question paper 2025 will be same as last year. Take a look at the table below to further understand it:

SNAP Sections	Number of MCQs
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability	15
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency	20
Analytical & Logical Reasoning	25
Total	60

Commonly asked questions

Q: How many marks are deducted for skipping questions in SNAP?

Q: Which section of SNAP question paper has maximum number of questions?

SNAP 2025 Exam Preparation Tips

The most important aspect of SNAP preparation is syllabus coverage. It takes about 3-4 months to cover SNAP syllabus. Once the SNAP syllabus has been covered, candidates need to only focus on SNAP practice questions and mock test additionally. Check here a few tips for SNAP 2025 preparation:

SNAP Topics: Cover all the topics included in the SNAP syllabus 2025 thoroughly
Quant Formulae and Theorems: Memorise Mathematical theorems and formulae for Data Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude
Strengthen English basics: Study English vocabulary and grammar extensively. There is no RC in SNAP, so you don't need to worry about it.
Questions to pratice for A-LR: Practice a good number of Analytical and Logical Reasoning questions as it has the maximum weightage
Mock Series: Attempt about 20-30 SNAP mock tests and keep doing revision of important topics until the exam day
Focus on sectional weightage: Understand sectional weightage with the help of previous years’ SNAP papers for a focused preparation

To help candidates perform well in the exam, we have listed some most read SNAP preparation articles below:

How to Prepare for SNAP 2025 exam

How to ace in General English section of SNAP 2025 exam

8 key tips to crack Analytical & Logical Reasoning section of SNAP 2025 exam

How to prepare for SNAP in 3 months

How to crack QA, DI-DS section of SNAP 2025

Best Books for SNAP and other study material

How to prepare for SNAP exam in 6 months

How to prepare for SNAP exam in 1 month

Commonly asked questions

Q: Where can I get official SNAP mock test?

Q: How many SNAP mock tests and question papers should I solve for a good score?

Q: From when should I start solving SNAP mock tests?

Best Books and Study Material for SNAP Preparation 2025

To study the topics included in SNAP syllabus, candidates must select the right books for preparation. Since, SNAP syllabus is similar to CAT syllabus, candidates can prepare with the help of CAT books. Listed below are section-wise names of best books for SNAP preparation:

Best Books for SNAP: Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

To prepare for the SNAP Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, you must refer to the books mentioned below. These books can be very helpful in SNAP preparation as they have topic wise explanation and practice questions sets.

SNAP Books	Author
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations	Varun Gupta
Quantitative Aptitude for All Competitive Examinations	Abhijit Guha
Quantitative Aptitude	Shambhu Nath Jha & RPH Editorial Board
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations	R S Aggarwal

Best Books for SNAP: Analytical & Logical Reasoning

To prepare for the SNAP Analytical & Logical Reasoning, you must refer to the books mentioned below. These books can be very helpful in SNAP preparation as they have topic wise explanation and practice questions sets.

SNAP Books	Author
SNAP Symbiosis MBA Admission Test	Priyanka Prakashan
Logical Reasoning	Macaw Books
Analytical & Logical Reasoning & Other Management Entrance Tests	Peeyush Bhardwaj
A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning	R S Aggarwal

Best Books for SNAP: General English

To prepare for the SNAP General English, you must refer to the books mentioned below. These books can be very helpful in SNAP preparation as they have topic wise explanation and practice questions sets.

SNAP Books	Author
Objective General English	R.S. Aggarwal, Vikas Aggarwal
General English for Competitive Exams	Disha Experts
Competitive General English	Kiran Prakashan
Objective General English	S.P. Bakshi
Objective English for Competitive Examination	Hari Mohan Prasad

Commonly asked questions

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SIU does not accept any exam score other than SNAP for MBA admission. All domestic students, must appear for the SNAP exam if they wish to pursue MBA from SIBM or any of the 16 Symbiosis institutes. The SNAP exam is conducted in December. There are three sessions and questions are asked from- Englis

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What is the expected SNAP cut offs 2025 for SIU institutes?

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There is usually not much change in the SNAP cut offs year on year. The average range of cut offs for MBA admission in SIU is 80-96 percentile. Check the table below for expected SNAP 2025 cut offs:

MBA College	SNAP 2025 Cutoff (Expected)
SIBM, Pune	96-98
SIIB, Pune	92-94
SCMHRD, Pune	95-97
SIBM, Hyderabad	90-92
SIBM, Bangalore	88-90
SIOM, Nashik	85-87
SIDTM, Pune	81-83
SICSR, Pune	80-82
SIMS, Pune	75-77
SCIT, Pune	74-76
SSMC, Bangalore	72-74
SIMC, Pune	70-72
SSBF, Pune	58-60
SIHS, Pune	55-57
SSSS, Pune	50-54

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Is SNAP compulsory for Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies?

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Yes, SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude) is compulsory for admission at SIMS Pune. Students must qualify SNAP exam before admission. SNAP is the entrance exam specifically designed for admissions to various MBA programs offered by SIU institutes, including SIMS. After the SNAP exam, it includes Grou

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Can I join Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences without SNAP entrance exam?

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No, it's not possible to join Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences without SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) for the MBA programme. Symbiosis requires a valid SNAP score for admission to all its MBA programs, including those at SIHS. For other programmes SNAP score is not mandatory; students

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Is SNAP compulsory for admission at Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences?

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Yes, candidates seeking admission in the MBA programme of Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences need to pass SNAP. Symbiosis National Aptitude Test is conducted in computer-based mode at test centres. The test includes 60 questions each of one mark. Aspirants who pass SNAP have to further qualify GEPI

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Can I appear for SNAP exam at any test centre?

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Candidates have to appear for SNAP at the exam centre mentioned in their admit card. They will not be allowed to enter any other test centre under any circumstances. So, candidates must download their SNAP admit card as soon as it is released, check the test centre address and visit it once before t

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Do I need to preserve SNAP admit card even after the exam?

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Being a document of identification, SNAP admit card is an important document. It is advised to preserve the SNAP admit card even after the exam, as it may be required at the time of admission. So, keep a copy of your signed and stamped SNAP admit card until the admission process is completed or even

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Is SNAP admit card also sent by post to candidates?

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The SNAP admit card is not sent by post to any candidate. SNAP is an online exam and every activity is online. The SNAP admit card is uploaded on the exam website and candidates have to log into their SNAP accounts to download it. Candidates must download their SNAP admit card as soon as it is relea

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What is the SNAP application fees for SCMHRD MBA admissions?

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For admission to SCMHRD MBA courses, students must appear for the SNAP test. SCMHRD The application fee for the SNAP exam is INR 2,500. Moreover, apart from the exam, students are also required to apply for their preferred MBA course. The application fee to apply for each programme is INR 1,000.

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What is the SNAP exam date for admission to MBA at SCMHRD?

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SNAP is the only accepted exam for admission to MBA courses offered by SCMHRD. As per official sources, the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2025 is scheduled to be held in December 2025 on the following dates: