SNAP Exam Analysis 2025 Test 1: Check Section-Wise Analysis, Difficulty Level, and Good Attempts

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The  Symbiosis International University (SIU), Pune, has scheduled the SNAP exam in 3 tests in 2 slots. Test 1: 6 December 2025, Test 2: 14 December 2025, and Test 3: 20 December 2025 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM each.

The SNAP 2025 Test 1 has concluded on 6th December 2025 in 2 slots. The exam in both slots followed the same pattern as previous years of 60 MCQs in 60 minutes, requiring strong accuracy and quick decision-making

As per Ronak Sir from Unacademy, SNAP 2025 Test 1 was easy; students faced direct questions in the QA section.

  • General English was easy, dominated by vocab and basic grammar; good attempts: 12–14.
  • A-LR was easy–moderate, with questions from sequences, statement–conclusion, and familiar reasoning types; good attempts: 14–16.
  • Quant + DI/DS was easy, with direct questions and quick-solvable arithmetic, and Profit & Loss, SI/CI, Time & Distance, many students finished in around 20 minutes. good attempts: 12–14.

Overall good attempts estimated at 38–42 with high accuracy and expected safe score for 99 percentile: 43–45 marks for SIBM Pune.

As per an expert on Reddit- Slot 1: Moderate diff, 60-min sprint. Toppers targeting 40-45 att. English easiest (11-13), LR scoring (16-18), Quant tricky (12-14). Vs. '24: Similar, but DI upped. My prediction: SIBM cutoff 41 raw.”

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SNAP 2025 Exam Analysis

SNAP Exam Analysis 2025: SNAP Exam Structure

The SNAP exam pattern has remained consistent over the years, providing clarity to aspirants.

  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Mode of Examination: CBT
  • Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer, -0.25 for each incorrect response.
  • Negative Marking: 25% deduction for wrong answers.
Section Number of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
General English (Verbal Ability) 15 1 15
Analytical & Logical Reasoning 25 1 25
Quantitative, DI & Data Sufficiency 20 1 20
Total 60 - 60

SNAP 2025 Test 1 Section-wise Exam Analysis

The SNAP 2025 Test 1 analysis shows an expected 40–45 good attempts, enough for 98–99 percentile.

  • General English is the quickest section, with 11–13 safe attempts due to direct grammar–vocab and short RCs.
  • A-LR, the highest-weight section, drives overall score, with 16–18 good attempts achievable by prioritizing easy logic over lengthy puzzles.
  • QA + DI/DS stays moderate and calculation-heavy, where 12–14 attempts are realistic by focusing on familiar arithmetic and skipping long calculations.

Overall, smart question selection is key across all sections.

Section No. of Qs Good Attempt Weight Strategy
General English 15 11–13 Low (15 marks) Quick completion, focus on accuracy
Analytical & Logical Reasoning 25 16–18 High (25 marks) Attempt easier puzzles first, avoid time traps
QA + DI/DS 20 12–14 Moderate (20 marks) Focus on safe topics, skip lengthy calculations initially

SNAP 2025 General English Analysis

Topic Expected No. of Qs Difficulty Remarks
Grammar (Error Spotting, Sentence Correction) 4–5 Easy Usually direct rule-based
Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill-in-the-Blanks) 4–6 Easy–Moderate Very scoring if you have good vocab
Para-jumbles / Sentence Arrangement 1–2 Moderate Often tricky due to close options
Reading Comprehension (Short RC) 1–2 Easy–Moderate Passage is usually short; factual questions
Idioms / Phrases / One-word Substitution 1–2 Easy Quick attempts possible
Miscellaneous (Analogy, Spelling Errors) 1–2 Easy Quick elimination works

SNAP 2025 Analytical & Logical Reasoning (ALR) Analysis

Topic Expected No. of Qs Difficulty Remarks
Coding-Decoding 2–3 Easy–Moderate Pattern-based; high accuracy
Series (Number/Letter) 2–3 Moderate Sometimes time-consuming
Blood Relations 1–2 Easy Usually straightforward
Directions 1–2 Moderate Diagram helps reduce errors
Syllogisms 1–2 Easy Usually 1-step logic
Puzzles / Arrangements 2–3 Moderate–Difficult Can be lengthy; attempt wisely
Analogy / Classification 2–3 Easy–Moderate Scoring area
Visual Reasoning 2–3 Moderate Requires attention to pattern
Critical Reasoning / Arguments 2–3 Moderate–Difficult Often tricky; needs careful reading
Clocks / Calendars 1 Easy Formula-based

SNAP 2025 Quantitative Aptitude + DI/DS Analysis

Topic Expected No. of Qs Difficulty Remarks
Arithmetic (Percentage, Ratio, Profit-Loss, TSD) 5–7 Easy–Moderate Highest scoring area
Algebra (Linear/Quadratic Equations, Inequalities) 3–4 Moderate May include 1 tricky question
Geometry (Triangles, Circles, Mensuration) 2–3 Moderate–Difficult Calculation-heavy
Number Systems 1–2 Moderate Usually conceptual
Modern Math (P&C, Probability) 1–2 Moderate–Difficult Often tricky
DI Set (Table/Bar Graph/Combination) 3–4 Easy–Moderate Usually very scoring
Data Sufficiency 1–2 Moderate Requires careful evaluation of statements
Averages & Mixtures 1–2 Easy–Moderate Shortcut-based questions
Simple & Compound Interest 1 Easy Direct formula
Logarithms / Indices 1 Moderate Concept-based

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SNAP Previous Year Analysis (2024-2022)

Across SNAP 2022–2024, General English has consistently been the easiest and quickest section with predictable vocab-grammar questions, a trend expected to continue in 2025.

  • Analytical & Logical Reasoning has stayed moderate and remains the key scoring section, with balanced puzzles and visual reasoning expected again this year.
  • QA-DI has been the toughest across years due to lengthy arithmetic and tricky DI, and the same moderate–difficult pattern is likely for 2025.
  • Overall, the trend shows: English = Easy, LR = Moderate, Quant = Tough.

General English (GE) – 15 Questions

Year No. of Questions Difficulty Level Key Notes
2025 (Expected) 15 Easy–Moderate Similar pattern; vocab + grammar focus
2024 15 Easy Most predictable; negligible tricky items
2023 15 Easy Fastest-scoring section; mostly direct questions
2022 15 Easy–Moderate Vocabulary-dominant, a few tricky grammar items

Analytical & Logical Reasoning (A-LR) – 25 Questions

Year No. of Questions Difficulty Level Key Notes
2025 (Expected) 25 Moderate Balanced mix; LR remains the key scoring section
2024 25 Moderate More visual reasoning; some tricky patterns
2023 25 Easy–Moderate Mix of easy singles + a few long puzzles
2022 25 Easy Very scoring; simple puzzles and visuals

Quantitative Aptitude + DI/DS (QA-DI) – 20 Questions

Year No. of Questions Difficulty Level Key Notes
2025 (Expected) 20 Moderate–Difficult Arithmetic focus + 1 DI set likely
2024 20 Moderate Cleaner arithmetic; moderate DI
2023 20 Moderate–Difficult Lengthy arithmetic; tricky DI set
2022 20 Moderate–Difficult Calculation-heavy DI; arithmetic dominant

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

SNAP 2025 : 6 Answered Questions

Ques. Can I apply to Symbiosis Institutes after the SNAP result declaration?

The SNAP 2024 result will be declared on January 8, 2025. Most of the Symbiosis Institutes do not keep their application forms open till the day of SNAP result declaration.  SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, and a few others close their application forms prior to the exam date. Most of the remaining colleges keep their application forms open till some days after the exam, but they close it before the declaration of results.  There may be some colleges that keep their application forms open till, or even after the SNAP result declaration, but this is not true for top Symbiosis Institutes.  Make sure to regularly check on the various Symbiosis Institutes’ websites, and keep a track of the closing dates of their application forms. ...Read More
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Ques. How can I improve my chances of getting into a top Symbiosis institute?

You can improve your chances of getting into a top Symbiosis institute by performing well in the SNAP 2024 exam, and in the Group Exercise and Personal Interaction (GE-PI) round. The cutoff for SNAP 2024 is not yet released.  I have listed below the expected cutoff percentile of SNAP 2024 for the top 5 Symbiosis Institutes: Name of institute Expected SNAP Cut Off 2024 (Percentile) SCMHRD, Pune 97 SIBM, Pune 98 SIBM, Bangalore 90 SIIB, Pune 93 SICSR, Pune 82 Here are some tips to study for SNAP 2024, in order to score a high percentile: Understand the Exam Pattern: SNAP has three sections, namely, Verbal Aptitude & Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation, and Analytical & Logical Reasoning. Make yourself familiar with the questions asked and the marking scheme. For this, use previous years’ papers. Strategize a good Study Plan: Give more time to the sections which you find yourself weak in. Study for short spans, but be very consistent in your study time. Don’t spend all your day in just one section, allocate time to every part so that you do not become overwhelmed by studying the same things.  Take Mock Tests Regularly: By practising mock tests you’ll become habitual to the exam pattern, and your time-management skills will also improve. Regular Revisions: Revisions are a great way to brush up on your learnings and to avoid stress once the exam date is near. Stay up-to-date on Current Affairs: Current Affairs aren’t an important part of SNAP, but staying up-to-date on recent developments may help you answer comprehension passages in the Verbal Aptitude section.  Practice Time Management: Try to solve practice papers within the stipulated exam time for SNAP. When you sit for the SNAP exam, do not waste a lot of time on a question you don’t know the answer to, instead, come back to such questions once you finish the rest of your exam.  With hardwork and consistency, you’ll surely score a high percentile in SNAP and get admission into a top Symbiosis Institute for your MBA degree. ...Read More
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Ques. Can I take the SNAP exam more than once in a year?

The SNAP exam is held in 3 different slots each year. Applicants may take the exam a maximum of three times within the three scheduled exam sessions. The final percentile calculation will take into account the attempt in which the candidate performs the best overall. The SNAP 2024 will be held in CBT mode in three different sessions on December 8, 15 and 21, 2024. ...Read More
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Ques. Are there any scholarships available for students admitted through SNAP?

Yes, merit scholarships are available for students admitted through SNAP. These freeships (0 tuition fee) are available to MBA students at all the institutions under SIU.  There are two kinds of such scholarships, and the eligibility criteria for these are- A merit scholarship is awarded to students who clear the SNAP exam and join a Symbiosis Institute. The top 0.1% of SNAP candidates are eligible for this scholarship. For students with 3 GPA in their respective semester, a merit scholarship is awarded in the next semester. The students with zero backlog till the time they are awarded this scholarship, are the only ones eligible for it. Eligible students will receive these merit scholarships, irrespective of their financial background. ...Read More
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Ques. What is the fee structure for MBA programs through SNAP?

The fee for MBA through SNAP 2024 is in the range of INR 14 Lakhs-INR 25 Lakhs.  Here are the top 5 colleges that accept SNAP scores, along with their respective MBA course fee: Name of the Institute  MBA Total Fee SCMHRD, Pune INR 23.76 Lakhs SIBM, Bangalore INR 19.10 Lakhs SICSR, Pune INR 11 Lakhs SCIT, Pune INR 15.92 Lakhs SIMC, Pune INR 14.34 Lakhs...Read More
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