SMAT application process for MBA batch 2026-28 at Shiv Nadar University website has started. Early applications are being invited for MBA programme. Candidates can fill the MBA admission form at the university website. Candidates with GMAT/GRE-2021-25 or CAT (2021-25) or XAT/NMAT/GATE (2021-25) score can apply directly. Those who have not appeared for any of these exams, will have to take the SMAT. The SMAT 2026 date, timings and centre will be shared by the university after the candidate's form is accepted. Read all about SMAT 2026 exam below.
- What is SMAT?
- SMAT 2026 Highlights
- SMAT 2026: Admission Process
- SMAT Contact Information
What is SMAT?
SMAT or Shiv Nadar University Management Admission Test is an entrance exam conducted by Shiv Nadar University for admissions to its MBA, MBA Business Analytics and I-Global MBA programme. The comprehensive entrance test SMAT is conducted in online mode to shortlist candidates for admission. The varsity also offers admission based on candidate's score in CAT/XAT/NMAT/GATE/ GRE/GMAT exams. Such candidates are not required to appear for SMAT. The Shiv Nadar University's MBA application process is online.
Commonly asked questions
The syllabus for SMAT exam is similar to the syllabus of other MBA entrance exams. That is, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and Verbal & Reading Comprehension. Aspirants who plan to appear for SMAT, must study all the important topics included in these subjects.
SMAT is an MCQ based test. It is conducted for 1.5 hours. The pattern is described below:
SMAT Exam Pattern | Details |
Exam Mode | Online |
Sections | Quantitative Aptitude Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning Verbal & Reading Comprehension |
Number of questions | 60 |
Number of answer choices | 4 |
Exam duration | 90 minutes |
Sectional time limit | No |
Negative Marking | No |
Marks per question | 2 |
Total marks | 120 |
SMAT application form is available at the university website. Candidates can create an ID by using name, email id and phone number. Then they have login to fill the application form and pay fees.
SMAT 2026 Highlights
Check the table below for key highlights of SMAT 2026:
| Features |
SMAT 2026 Details |
|---|---|
| Full Exam |
Shiv Nadar University Management Aptitude Test |
| Conducting Body |
Shiv Nadar University |
| Frequency of Conduct |
Once a year |
| Exam Level |
University Level Exam |
| Language |
English |
| Mode of Application |
Offline / Online |
| Application Fee |
INR 2,149 |
| Mode of Counselling |
Offline |
| Exam Duration |
1 Hour 30 Minutes |
SMAT Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must be a Graduate in any discipline with minimum 50 per cent aggregate or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Candidates awaiting their final year (bachelor's degree) result can also apply.
- ICAI, ICSI, ICWA qualifiers are also eligible to apply for SMAT.
Commonly asked questions
SMAT exam preparation will not require a lot of time if you already know the basics of Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and Verbal & Reading Comprehension. You can refer to MBA preparation books to cover the topics of these subjects and practice a few SMAT sample papers and mock tests. If you prepare for 3 months diligently, you will be able to crack SMAT.
SMAT is an easy exam. There is no pressure to score a high percentile as well. The SMAT cut off is usually around 60-70 percentile. Questions from VARC, DILR and Quantitative Aptitude are easy in nature and not complicated. SMAT exam does not have negative marking or sectional time limit so there is no added pressure. One can easily solve 60 questions in 90 minutes.
SMAT 2026: Admission Process
STEP 1: Application process
Aspirants can apply for SMAT 2026 exam by filling an online application form available on the official website. They will be required to pay a non-refundable application fees of INR 2,149. The application form is to be submitted before the deadline only then the candidate will be eligible to appear for SMAT.
Link to apply: https://sme-snu.nopaperforms.com/mba-residential-form/
STEP 2: SMAT 2026 Admit card
SMAT 2026 admit card will be made available for download at least a week before the exam date allotted to the candidate. Registered candidates will be informed about the exam schedule through official communication. Every candidate must download their admit cards before the exam.
STEP 3: SMAT 2026
SMAT exam will have questions on English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning topics. Those who will pass SMAT 2026 will be shortlisted for the Personal Interview round.
STEP 4: SMAT 2026 results
SMAT 2026 results will be shared with the test takers via mail. Test takers can check their results on the official website. Post the announcement of results, a merit list and PI schedule will be announced. Selected candidates will have to be present in person for PI to complete the screening process for admission.
STEP 5: Personal Interview
This session is conducted to evaluate candidate’s ability to handle various business situations.
Shiv Nadar University’s MBA Fees
| Description |
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admission fees |
INR 25,000 |
--- |
INR 25,000 |
| Hostel Room charges |
INR 1,40, 000 |
INR 1,40, 000 |
INR 2,80,000 |
| Tuition fees |
INR 5,00,000 |
INR 5,00,000 |
INR 10,00,000 |
| Total fees |
INR 7,90,000 |
INR 6,40, 000 |
INR 14,30,000 |
| Refundable deposit |
INR 125,000 |
--- |
INR 125,000 |
Commonly asked questions
SMAT result is announced online. Candidates can check their scores and download result by logging into their account, created for registration.
· Open Shiv Nadar University website
· Click on SNU MBA Admissions 2025
· Go to results section
· Enter login credentials
· Click on result option
· Check score and download scorecard
For admission to SNU MBA programme, an entrance exam score is mandatory. If a candidate wishes to not appear for SMAT, the university’s own entrance test, then they can apply through CAT/XAT/NMAT/GATE/ GRE/GMAT exam score. Only then their application will be accepted for admission.
SMAT Contact Information
Admissions Office
Block E, Lower Ground Floor
Shiv Nadar University
NH91, Tehsil Dadri
Gautam Buddha Nagar
SMAT Exam
Student Forum
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