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The Symbiosis International (Deemed) University will organize the SNAP 2025 examination in December 2025 in 3 sessions for admission to 15+ Symbiosis institutions such as SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune, and SIIB. The SNAP 2025 registration will start from August to November 2025.
- The SNAP test is for 60 minutes in CBT mode, containing 60 multiple-choice questions in 3 sections: General English, Logical Reasoning, and Quant & DI sections.
- According to the scheme of marking, +1 for right answers and a 0.25 deduction for wrong answers, no sectional time limit.
- The candidates should have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) to be qualified for the SNAP 2025 and can apply online by remitting ₹2,250 per attempt along with an additional ₹1,000 per institute.
A good mark differs: a score of 45–50 can put a candidate in the 98–99 percentile, required for the top pick options like SIBM Pune, whereas marks of 35–40 can ensure mid-range options like SIIB or SIBM Bengaluru.
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- SNAP 2025 Exam Dates
- SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern (Revised)
- SNAP 2025 Syllabus Weightage
- SNAP 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- SNAP 2025 Reservation Policy
- Special Reservation: Defence Category at SIMS Pune
- SNAP 2025 Registration
- SNAP 2025 Application Fees
- SNAP 2025 Admit Card
- SNAP Good Score 2025
- Institute-wise Expected Cutoffs for SNAP 2025
- SNAP 2025 Good Attempts
- Top MBA Colleges Accepting SNAP 2025 Scores
- SNAP 2025 Preparation Tips
- SNAP 2025 Syllabus (Updated)
- SNAP 2025 Exam FAQs
SNAP 2025 Exam Dates
The SNAP 2025 exam will be conducted in 3 phases in CBT mode, and will take place on 7/8 December, 14/15 December, and 20/21 December 2025. Results are available by January 8, 2026, leaving candidates some time to arrange for further selection rounds. The phased schedule provides three attempts, with the best score being counted, offering aspirants several opportunities to boost their percentile.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification & Registration Start | 1 August 2025 |
| Registration & Fee Payment Closes | 20 November 2025 |
| Admit Cards Release (Test 1) | 28 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Test 2) | 8 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Test 3) | 15 December 2025 |
| SNAP CBT Exam Sessions | Test 1: 6 Dec 2025 Test 2: 14 Dec 2025 Test 3: 20 Dec 2025 |
| Result Declaration | 9 January 2026 |
SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern (Revised)
The SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern has not changed between 2024 and 2025, the exam structure, duration, number of questions, sections, and marking scheme.
The SNAP 2025 test is of 60-minute test in the CBT mode of 60 MCQs with no sectional time limits. +1 mark will be given for every correct answer, -0.25 for wrong answers, and the candidate can attempt it a maximum of three times.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Duration | 60 minutes |
| Total Questions | 60 |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, −0.25 for incorrect answers |
| Sectional Time Limit | No sectional time limit |
| Number of Attempts Allowed | Up to 3 attempts (best score considered) |
| Test Language | English only |
| Exam Level | National |
| Conducting Body | Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU) |
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SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern and Question PatternSNAP 2025 Syllabus Weightage
The SNAP exam has 60 questions for 60 marks, divided into 3 sections. General English has 15 easy-to-moderate questions, making up 25% of the paper. Quantitative, DI & Data Sufficiency has 20 questions (33.3% weightage) with moderate to difficult problems. The largest section, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, holds 25 questions (41.7%).
| Section Name | No. of Questions | Marks Allotted | Difficulty Level | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English (VA, RC, Grammar) | 15 | 15 | Easy to Moderate | Grammar, vocabulary, para-jumbles, synonyms |
| Quantitative, DI & Data Sufficiency | 20 | 20 | Moderate to Difficult | Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, DI, number systems |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning (A‑LR) | 25 | 25 | Easy to Moderate | Coding, arrangements, puzzles, assumptions, syllogisms |
| Total | 60 | 60 |
SNAP 2025 Eligibility Criteria
The SNAP has some eligibility criteria that the candidates require a bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST), as there is no age limit, and the exam accepts Indian Nationals, NRIs, FNs, PIOs, and OCIs. Foreign degree holders need an AIU equivalence certificate, and international applicants must prove English proficiency with IELTS Band 6 or IELA Band 4.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (General) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university |
| Educational Qualification (SC/ST) | Minimum 45% aggregate marks |
| Final Year Students | Eligible to apply; admission is provisional until minimum marks are obtained |
| Age Limit | No age limit |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals, NRIs, Foreign Nationals (FN), PIOs, OCIs |
| Equivalence Certificate (International) | Mandatory for foreign degrees; must be obtained from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) |
| English Proficiency (International) | IELTS: Minimum Band 6 OR IELA: Minimum Band 4 |
SNAP 2025 Reservation Policy
The SNAP 2025 reservation policy has set 15% seats for SC, 7.5% for ST, and 3% for differently abled candidates across all SIU institutes. 5% seats are reserved for children for defence personnel at select institutes.
Within Sanctioned Intake
| Category | Reservation Percentage | Applicable Institutes |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% | All SIU institutes |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% | All SIU institutes |
| Differently Abled Candidates (DAC) | 3% | All SIU institutes |
| Children/Wards of Defence Personnel | 5% | Select SIU institutes |
| Nagpur Domicile (Only for Nagpur Campus) | 25% | SIBM Nagpur |
Note: Candidates applying under any reserved category must submit valid documents issued by authorized bodies.
Supernumerary Quota (Over and Above Sanctioned Intake)
| Category | Reservation Details | Applicable Institutes |
|---|---|---|
| Kashmiri Migrants and Kashmiri Pandits/Hindu Families | 2 additional seats per program | All SIU institutes |
| International Candidates (FN/PIO/OCI/NRI) | Up to 20% of seats | All SIU institutes |
Special Reservation: Defence Category at SIMS Pune
The Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS), Pune, offers a unique reservation policy for defence personnel:
- Total Reservation: 90% of seats reserved for children/wards of Defence Personnel.
- General Defence Category: 80%
- Special Defence Category: 10%
- Open/Industry Category: 10% seats for civilian candidates under open or sponsored/recommended by the industry.
Note: Officers of the Armed Forces on Study Leave as authorized by respective Services Headquarters are granted automatic admission, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
SNAP 2025 Registration
The SNAP 2025 Registration will start from 1 August 2025 on the official website. The candidates have to generate their SNAP ID and password. Log in to complete the application form with personal, academic, and contact details, and by uploading the required documents.
SNAP 2025 Documents Required
- Recent passport-sized photograph (as per specifications)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, etc.)
- Academic transcripts (10th, 12th, and graduation certificates)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Work experience certificate (if applicable)
SNAP 2025 Application Fees
To register for the SNAP 2025 exam, the candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹2,250 per attempt and an additional Program registration fee of ₹1,000.
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| SNAP Test Fee (per attempt) | ₹2,250 |
| Program Registration Fee (per program) | ₹1,000 |
SNAP 2025 Admit Card
The SNAP 2025 Admit Cards will be released for each session about one week before the exam date and will be available on the official website - snaptest.org till the respective exam date.
| Event | Admit card Date | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| SNAP Test 1 Exam | Dec 1, 2025 (Monday) | Dec 7, 2025 (Sun) |
| SNAP Test 2 Exam | Dec 8, 2025 (Monday) | Dec 14, 2025 (Sun) |
| SNAP Test 3 Exam | Dec 15, 2025 (Tue) | Dec 20, 2025 (Sat) |
SNAP Good Score 2025
A score between 40-45 out of 60 is considered a good score, which can be the percentile range of 94% - 90% can making you eligible for institutes like SIIB Pune and SIBM Bengaluru.
- Top-tier Institutes: Aim for a score of 45+ to be competitive for institutes like SIBM Pune and SCMHRD Pune.
- Mid-tier Institutes: Scores in the range of 40–44 can make you eligible for institutes like SIIB Pune and SIBM Bengaluru.
- Other Institutes: Scores between 30–39 can still secure admission in institutes like SIOM Nashik, SCIT Pune, and SIMC Pune.
| SNAP Score (out of 60) | Approximate Percentile |
|---|---|
| 55–60 | 99.9%+ |
| 50–54 | 97–99% |
| 45–49 | 94–97% |
| 40–44 | 90–94% |
| 35–39 | 85–90% |
| 30–34 | 80–85% |
| 25–29 | 70–80% |
| 20–24 | 60–70% |
Institute-wise Expected Cutoffs for SNAP 2025
The SNAP 2025 anticipated cutoff percentiles reflect a definite order of Symbiosis institutes based on competitiveness.
- SIBM Pune and SCMHRD Pune are the most difficult to secure admission in, with very high cutoffs of 98–99% and 97–98%, requiring scores of over 45–50 out of 60.
- Mid-range colleges such as SIIB Pune and SIBM Bengaluru have a lower cutoff of 91–96%,
- Colleges such as SIOM Nashik, SIDTM, and SICSR have a cutoff of 82–90%, making them a viable option for moderate scores.
- SIMS Pune, which is mostly open to defense dependents, is easier to crack with a cutoff of 75–77%.
- Generally, in order to get top Symbiosis colleges, there has to be a good score and high accuracy, but scores of 35–40 can also get good backup options.
| Institute | Expected Cutoff Percentile |
|---|---|
| SIBM Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management) | 98–99% |
| SCMHRD Pune (Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development) | 97–98% |
| SIIB Pune (Symbiosis Institute of International Business) | 94–96% |
| SIBM Bengaluru | 91–93% |
| SIOM Nashik (Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management) | 86–90% |
| SIDTM Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Digital and Telecom Management) | 83–85% |
| SICSR Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research) | 82–85% |
| SIMS Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies) | 75–77% |
Note: These are expected cutoffs and can vary based on the exam's difficulty level and the number of applicants.
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SNAP 2025 Participating CollegesSNAP 2025 Good Attempts
| Section | Good Attempts (Accurate) | Time to Spend | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 11–12 | 10 min | Fast and scoring |
| Quant + DI/DS | 13–14 | 24 min | Needs practice and speed |
| Analytical & LR | 18–20 | 26 min | Maximize accuracy with logic puzzles |
Top MBA Colleges Accepting SNAP 2025 Scores
The SIBM Pune and SCMHRD Pune are the most competitive colleges which requires high SNAP cut-offs of 97–98% and with great ROI. The Mid-tier colleges like SIBM Bengaluru, SIIB, and SIOM need a cutoff percentile of 85–92% and offer decent placements. Specialized colleges like SCIT, SIDTM, and SIMS can accept lower percentiles (74–83%) but focus on IT, Telecom, and niche fields. The candidate needs to aim higher scores for top campuses; choose specializations wisely for better placements and ROI.
| College | SNAP Cut-off (%) | Fees (INR Lakhs) | Average CTC (LPA) | Highest CTC (LPA) | Specializations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIBM Pune | 98 | 24.59 | 26.77 | 49 | Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, Innovation & Entrepreneurship |
| SCMHRD Pune | 97 | 23.76 | 23.71 | 38 | HR, Business Analytics, Infrastructure Management |
| SIBM Bengaluru | 92 | 19.10 | 13.48 | 24 | Business Analytics, Quantitative Finance |
| SIIB Pune | 85 | 19.86 | 13.12 | 24.65 | International Business, Agri-Business, Sustainability Management |
| SIOM Nashik | 87 | 17.62 | 14.35 | 30 | Operations Management, Agri Operations Management |
| SCIT Pune | 74–76 | 14.76 | — | — | IT Business Management, Data Science & Analytics |
| SIDTM Pune | 81–83 | 13.96 | — | — | Digital & Telecom Management |
| SIMS Pune | 75–77 | 10.50–18.04 | — | — | General Management (Primarily for Defense personnel & dependents) |
SNAP 2025 Preparation Tips
To study well for SNAP 2025, know its pattern first: 60 MCQs in 60 minutes with +1 for each correct answer and −0.25 for each wrong answer. Make a SMART study schedule with daily topic practice and a minimum of 4 mock tests a month. Take 1–2 mocks every week in exam-like mode and then review your performance to determine accuracy, speed, and section-wise strengths and weaknesses.
SNAP 2025 Preparation Timetable (3 Months Plan)
| Phase | Duration | Weekly Hours | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Month 1 (Basics) | 15–18 hrs/week | Build concepts, revise school-level QA, basic grammar, and vocabulary |
| Phase 2 | Month 2 (Practice) | 18–22 hrs/week | Mixed Qs, topic tests, speed drills, 2 mocks/week |
| Phase 3 | Month 3 (Mock Phase) | 25+ hrs/week | Full-length mocks, revision, analysis, and weak spot fixing |
Daily Time Table (Ideal for Working/College Students)
| Time Slot | Activity | Section | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30–7:30 AM | Reading (Editorial + Vocab practice) | General English | 1 |
| 7:30–8:00 AM | Revision of QA formulae (quick flashcards) | Quant | 0.5 |
| 8:00–9:00 AM | Practice topic of the day (e.g., TSD/DI) | Quant/DI | 1 |
| Break/College/Work | — | — | — |
| 6:00–7:00 PM | LR puzzles & arrangement Qs | Analytical & LR | 1 |
| 7:00–8:00 PM | Mock Test (or 30-minute section test) + review | Mixed | 1 |
| 9:00–9:30 PM | Flashcards (idioms, vocab) + error spotting | General English | 0.5 |
Total Daily Study Time: 4–5 hours
Mock Tests: 2 per week in Phase 2, 3+ in Phase 3
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Effective Preparation Strategies for SNAP 2025
To break SNAP 2025, get a minimum of 42–45 correct to hit SIBM Pune and SCMHRD Pune, which are top colleges.
- Practice English, Reasoning, and Quant daily to develop speed and accuracy. Take sectional timed mocks regularly and review them to work on weak spots.
- Do easy questions first since there is no sectional time constraint.
- Practice editorials for RCs, update shortcuts for Quant, and practice Reasoning as it has high weightage.
- Complete your syllabus by October and in the last few months for practice mocks and do rapid revision.
- Regular practice and optimal time management are the secrets to achieving more than 97 percentile.
Month 1: Foundation Building
| Week | Quant Topics | LR Topics | English Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Percentages, Averages | Number/letter series, coding | Vocabulary (roots, synonyms) |
| 2 | Ratio, TSD | Blood relations, directions | RC strategies + grammar rules |
| 3 | Profit/Loss, SI/CI | Clocks, puzzles | Cloze test, idioms |
| 4 | Algebra basics, DI | Statement-assumption | Spot the error, para jumbles |
Month 2: Practice + Speed
| Week | Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| 5 | Timed QA sets + LR mixed practice |
| 6 | 2 Full-length mocks + review |
| 7 | DI sets daily + LR practice |
| 8 | Sectional tests (English, QA, LR) |
Month 3: Mock Drill + Final Touch
| Week | Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| 9 | Full mock every alternate day + revision |
| 10 | Identify weak areas + rework |
| 11 | Vocabulary + formula sheet + RC re-practice |
| 12 | Light revision + 2 mocks in real-time format |
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SNAP 2025 Mock TestsSNAP 2025 Best Books
| Section | Books / Tools |
|---|---|
| QA & DI | Arun Sharma QA, RS Aggarwal, Cracku DI sets |
| LR | Logical Reasoning by Nishit Sinha |
| English | Norman Lewis, Wren & Martin, RC99 |
| Mocks | SNAP official mocks, Cracku, Hitbullseye, IMS, Career Launcher |
SNAP 2025 Syllabus (Updated)
The SNAP 2025 syllabus consists of three sections: General English (15 questions) with RC, grammar, and vocab; Quant, DI & DS (20 questions) on Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and charts; and Analytical & Logical Reasoning (25 questions) with puzzles, coding-decoding, series, and visual reasoning. Arithmetic and puzzles are of high weightage, and a good RC and DI will further increase the scores in this speed-based exam.
| Section | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| General English (15 Questions) |
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| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (20 Questions) |
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| Analytical & Logical Reasoning (25 Questions) |
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SNAP 2025 Exam FAQs
Ques. What is the SNAP exam?
Ans. The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a national-level MBA entrance exam administered by Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU) for admission to its 17 affiliated institutes, which offer 27 MBA programs across India.
Ques. Is SNAP tougher than CAT?
Ans. While both exams assess a candidate's aptitude for management studies, CAT is generally considered more challenging than SNAP due to its complex question patterns, sectional time limits, and higher competition level.
Candidates aiming for top-tier institutes like the IIMs should prepare for the rigors of CAT, whereas those targeting SIU institutes can focus on mastering the SNAP exam pattern.
Ques. Is 27 a good score in the SNAP exam?
Ans. A score of 27 in the SNAP 2025 exam is considered moderate and may limit your options for admission into top-tier Symbiosis institutes.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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The SNAP exam syllabus includes three main sections: Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, and General English.
The SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) is a compulsory entrance exam for admission into 27 MBA programs across 17 institutes affiliated with Symbiosis International (Deemed) University.
Work experience is not mandatory to register for SNAP. However, during the admission selection process for MBA programs, preference will be given to those students with relevant work experience.
SIBM offers admission to its MBA programs based on the merit of SNAP followed by GE-PIWAT process that includes Group Exercise, Personal Interview and Written Ability Test. Students seeking admission must also have completed a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks from a recognized university.
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There are no limits in attempting SNAP exam. However, you are allowed to take SNAP only two times in a year.
The registration date for SNAP 2022 has not been released yet. However, the registration process is expected to commence in the last week of August 2022.