SIBM Hyderabad Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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17 Dec, 2025 SNAP 2025 Test 3 Admit Card is live. Candidates can download their hall tickets through the official portal @snaptest.org. Further, SNAP 2025 Test 3 is scheduled for Dec 20, 2025. Check Details.

SIBM Hyderabad offers a two-year MBA course in various disciplines at the postgraduate level.

  • The application form can be filled out online by visiting the official website of SIBM Hyderabad, which offers separate registration options for SNAP and SIBM.
  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline as a minimum educational requirement for admission to the MBA program.
  • Admission is based on the candidate’s score in the SNAP, followed by a Group Exercise and a Personal Interview.
  • Reservations are offered as per the rules of Symbiosis International University (SIU)

\SIBM Hyderabad Admission Dates 2026

Some important admission dates for SIBM Hyderabad for the academic year 2026 are-

Particular Date
SNAP 2025 Registration Commences on August 01, 2025
SNAP 2025 Registration and payment closes on November 20, 2025
Admit Card Live SNAP Test 01: November 28, 2025
SNAP Test 02: December 08, 2025
SNAP Test 03: December 15, 2025
SNAP Computer Based Test (CBT) 2025 SNAP Test 01: December 06, 2025
SNAP Test 02: December 14, 2025
SNAP Test 03: December 20, 2025
Announcement of Result January 09, 2026
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Hyderabad Registration / Payment closes on January 12, 2026
Declaration of shortlisting for GE-PI January 19, 2026
Dates of GE-PI process February 6–8, 2026
February 11–15, 2026
Declaration of First Merit List February 27, 2026
Last date for payment of fees for candidates in the first merit list March 28, 2026
Program Commencement June 08, 2026

SIBM Hyderabad MBA Admissions 2026

SIBM Hyderabad offers a 2-year-long full-time MBA program in four different specialisations, such as:

  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Human Resources
  • Operations
Particulars Details
Course MBA
Duration 2 years
Fee INR 16.54 lakhs
Mode of Application Offline/Online
Highest CTC INR 31 LPA
Average CTC INR 9.1 LPA

See what Mantena S Sahiti from MBA (Finance), a verified reviewer, has to say about the admission of SIBM Hyderabad:

Mantena says, “The eligibility criteria to apply to this institution were passing our graduation with decent marks and writing the SNAP - Symbiosis National Aptitude Test. If the cut-off set by the college is met, a written ability test followed by group exercise and personal interview are conducted. Once all rounds are cleared, a selection letter is sent. The admission was smooth and went well.”

SIBM Hyderabad Eligibility

To be eligible for admission at SIBM Hyderabad-

  • Candidate should graduate from any recognised University with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).
  • Final-year appearing students can also apply, but their admission will be subject to obtaining 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).
  • Foreign candidates who have completed qualification from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of India Universities (AIU).
  • Eligible candidates must appear for the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Online Test followed by a GD & PI.
  • The institute will release a merit list of all the qualified candidates.

SIBM Hyderabad MBA Selection Criteria

Eligible candidates must appear for Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Online Test, according to which the candidates will be shortlisted for the Selection Process which will comprise of:

  • Group Exercise
  • Personal Interview

The institute will release a merit list of all the qualified candidates. The candidate must score the minimum required percentile in SNAP. The CutOff (percentile) for SNAP 2025 is expected to be 60+. Qualified candidates will be called for GE-PI Round. It is mandatory to attend all components/tests of GE-PI to be eligible for admission to the MBA program.

Only those candidates who attend all components of the selection process (GE-PI) shall be considered as eligible for the final merit list.

Merit list will be based on the following parameters:

Weight Assigned to Different SNAP Components
SNAP Score (out of 60, scaled down to 50 marks) GE PI Institute Specific Total
50 10 30 10 100

SNAP Exam Pattern

  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • It will be a computer-based test.
  • Each incorrect answer will attract 25% negative marks.
  • The test will comprise 5 Special Questions under the section of Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency.
Section Total Questions Total Marks
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability 15 15
Analytical & Logical Reasoning 25 25
Quantitative Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency 20 20
Total 60 60
  • Qualified candidates will be called for the GE & PI Round.
  • It is mandatory to attend all components/tests of GE-PI to be eligible for admission to the MBA program.
  • Only those candidates who attend all components of the selection process (GE-PI) shall be considered eligible for the final merit list.

SIBM Hyderabad SNAP Cutoff 2025

SIBM Hyderabad, SNAP Cutoff 2024 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff percentile for SNAP is 58.

Courses Round 1(Cutoff percentile)
MBA Finance 58
MBA Human Resource Management 58
MBA Marketing 58
MBA Operations Management 58

SIBM Hyderabad Admission Process 2026

The application form can be filled online by visiting the official website of SIBM Hyderabad which includes separate registrations for SNAP and SIBM. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline as a minimum educational requirement for admission to MBA program. Admission is based on the candidate’s score in SNAP followed by Group Exercise and Personal Interview. Reservations are offered as per the rules of Symbiosis International University (SIU). For deserving candidates, the institute also offers various scholarships.

SIBM Hyderabad How to Apply?

To apply for admission, the candidates must visit the official website of the SNAP and register for the exam.

Follow the given steps to fill up the application form.

  • Click on 'Register'.
  • Read all the terms and conditions and then click on the 'I Agree' button.
  • Enter the details in the registration form.
  • An OTP will be sent on the registered mobile number.
  • Enter the 'OTP' and submit.
  • Enter the SNAP id and password.
  • Pay the fee for the SNAP test.
  • Register for the program.
  • Fill in the application form carefully.
  • Make payment for the institution’s program.
Particulars Details
SNAP Registration fee INR 2,250
Institute Registration fee INR 1,000

The fee can be paid either online or offline.

Documents required:

Candidates must submit the following documents at the time of admission:

  • Class 12th mark sheet
  • Bachelor’s mark sheet
  • Two letters of recommendation (original)
  • English Proficiency Proof (only for Indian candidates)
  • Photocopy of passport (for NRI Applicants)
  • Payment proof (in case done by SWIFT/NEFT/RTGS)
  • Migration/ Transfer Certificate
  • Passing certificate/ provisional degree anti Ragging certificate

SIBM Hyderabad Admission 2026 FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to SIBM Hyderabad?

Ans. The minimum requirement for admission to SIBM Hyderabad is a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with at least 50% of the possible points, or an equivalent grade. Additionally, candidates must take the SNAP exam and take part in the personal interview and group exercise.

Ques. How do I apply for admission to SIBM Hyderabad?

Ans. Candidates must register for the SNAP exam and submit a separate application to SIBM Hyderabad via the official website in order to be considered for admission. Usually, the application process begins in August and ends in November.

Ques. What is the selection process for SIBM Hyderabad?

Ans. SNAP scores, group exercises, and personal interviews are all used in the SIBM Hyderabad selection process. Personal interaction (30%), group exercise (10%), SNAP scores (50%), and institute-specific parameters (10%) are used to create the final merit list.

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Ques. What is the weightage given to SNAP scores in the selection process?

Ans. In the selection process, SNAP scores are given a 50% weight. Candidates are shortlisted for the Group Exercise and Personal Interview rounds based on their scores.

Ques. What is the fee structure for the MBA program at SIBM Hyderabad?

Ans. SIBM Hyderabad's MBA program costs INR 16.26 lakhs in total, including an annual academic fee of INR 8,47,000 per year.

Ques. What are the documents that will be required for the GE-PI process?

Ans. The list of required documents is given below:

  • SNAP Hall Ticket
  • SNAP Scorecard
  • Photo identification (Passport, PAN/Aadhar card, Driving license, or Voter/Ration card)
  • GE-PI Admit Card
  • 10th Standard mark sheets and passing certificate
  • 12th Standard mark sheets and passing certificate
  • Graduation mark sheets (all semesters)
  • Graduation passing certificate
  • AIU equivalence certificate for foreign degree holders.
  • Work Experience Certificate (if any)
  • Co-curricular or Extra-curricular certificates (if any)
  • Caste Certificate (If any)
  • Passport size Photographs (3)
  • Bio-Data /Resume

Ques. Can I get direct admission to SIBM Hyderabad?

Ans. No, you can't get direct admission to the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Hyderabad's MBA program.

Ques. What is the application fee for admission to the MBA course at SIBM Hyderabad?

Ans. Candidates for the MBA course are required to pay an application fee of INR 2250 for registering for SNAP.

SIBM Hyderabad Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
SNAP Exam Date
Ongoing
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025
SNAP Result Date
Jan 09, 2026
Online Submission of Registration and Payment Date for Admission [MBA]
Jan 12, 2026
Announcement of Shortlist for GE / PI for Admission [MBA]
Jan 19, 2026
Online Group Exercise & Personal Interaction for Admission [MBA]
Feb 06, 2026 - Feb 08, 2026
Online Group Exercise & Personal Interaction for Admission [MBA]
Feb 11, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
Online Group Exercise & Personal Interaction for Admission [MBA]
Feb 27, 2026
Announcement of First Merit List for Admission [MBA]
Mar 28, 2026
Programme Commencement for Session [MBA]
Jun 08, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
SNAP Admit Card Release Date
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025
SNAP Registration Date
Aug 01, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
SNAP Exam Date
Ongoing
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025
SNAP Result Date
Jan 09, 2026
Online Submission of Registration and Payment Date for Admission [MBA]
Jan 12, 2026
Announcement of Shortlist for GE / PI for Admission [MBA]
Jan 19, 2026
Online Group Exercise & Personal Interaction for Admission [MBA]
Feb 06, 2026 - Feb 08, 2026
Online Group Exercise & Personal Interaction for Admission [MBA]
Feb 11, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
Online Group Exercise & Personal Interaction for Admission [MBA]
Feb 27, 2026
Announcement of First Merit List for Admission [MBA]
Mar 28, 2026
Programme Commencement for Session [MBA]
Jun 08, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
SNAP Admit Card Release Date
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025
SNAP Registration Date
Aug 01, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025

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Uthara
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Reviewed on Dec 7, 2021(Enrolled 2020)

Admission:

Admission to MBA programme is based on their entrance test scores, i.e, SNAP scores. Once you clear the test, there is a GEPIWAT round which includes group excercise, personal interview and a written assessment. Based on the performance in all these, you will be shortlisted for admission.
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ANJALI J
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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021(Enrolled 2021)

Admission:

Eligibility for Masters in Business Administration is graduation with more than 60%. Apply for SNAP online. SNAP is followed by GD/PI if one is shortlisted. The admission process is completely handled by the students. The process was smooth.
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ARJUN P V
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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021(Enrolled 2021)

Admission:

SNAP was the entrance exam. Eligibility is based on shortlisting of candidates on the snap score and then GD/PI/WAT basis. Application details will be available on the website of respective symbiosis colleges. No improvement in the admission process as of now.
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Anonymous
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Admission:

It is mandatory to take the Snap test in order to take admission at Sibm-H. One needs to register for Snap Test and also register for the institutes offering his/her choice of programmes by paying separate programmes registration fees. If shortlisted, they would then need to attend the GE-PIWAT process conducted by the institute. I had given Snap, Cat, Cmat, Nmat, while preparing for the entrance exams. The admission process was very smooth and all the processes were finished on time.
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Mantena S Sahiti
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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021(Enrolled 2021)

Admission:

The eligibility criteria to apply to this institution were passing our graduation with decent marks and writing the SNAP - Symbiosis National Aptitude Test. If the cut-off set by the college is received a written ability test followed by group exercise and personal interview are conducted. Once all rounds are cleared selection letter is sent. The admission was smooth and happened well.
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Admission:

The candidates must possess a graduation degree from any recognized Univesity with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for reserved category candidate). application form can be found on the college website. Snap test is compulsory and after which the shortlisted candidate will go through the Personal Interview, Group Exercise, and Written Ability Test. The cut-offs depend upon factors like the difficulty of the paper, number of applicants
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Admission:

Eligibility was to pass with a decent performance in our 10th, 12th, and Graduation. You can go to Symbiosis International Website and find the application link for the test, and apply for this institute, passing whose cutoff you are allowed for the Interview Rounds, and you are selected if you pass these rounds as well. No improvements are needed in the admission process.
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Admission:

To get into any symbiosis Institute one needs to write and qualify for the snap exam. The snap pattern has changed over the past 2 years. Anyone who has done their undergraduate in any specialization is eligible to write the snap exam. The snap exam pattern for this year(2021) is like last year. The exam consists of 60 questions to be answered in 60 mins. Post the exam the SIU(Symbiosis International University) releases the cut-off and based on that various Symbiosis colleges call students for their GEPI WAT process. The exam will be held on 3 dates this time( 19 Dec 2021, Jan 8 2022, Jan 16 2022). The application is found on the SNAP official website and the fee per exam is 1950/-. Based on your preference you can apply to various symbiosis colleges by paying a fee of Rs. 1000/-.
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The admission is based on snap score and gd-pi +personal interview. The minimum percentile is 60 and mostly freshers are found in this college. Eligible candidates appear for snap online test according to which the candidate will be shortlisted for the selection process that comprises of gd and group exercise.
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What is the Selection Process of SIBM Hyderabad?
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Admission is based on the candidate’s score in SNAP followed by Group Exercise and Personal Interview. The application form can be filled out online by visiting the official website of SIBM Hyderabad which includes separate registrations for SNAP and SIBM. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline as a minimum educational requirement for admission to the MBA program. Reservations are offered as per the rules of Symbiosis International University (SIU). For deserving candidates, the institute also offers various scholarships. Eligible candidates must appear for the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Online Test, according to which the candidates will be shortlisted for the Selection Process which will comprise of:

  • Group Exercise
  • Personal Interview

The institute will release a merit list of all the qualified candidates


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