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SNAP 2024-25 Exam: Registration (Started), Dates (OUT), Eligibility Syllabus, Pattern, Question Papers
Latest Updates- Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP)
03 October, 2024: Admit cards will be available for download from December 2 to December 21, 2024. 03 October, 2024: The exam is scheduled to take place on three dates: December 8, December 15, and December 21, 2024. 03 October, 2024: The results of the SNAP exam will be announced on January 8, 2025. |
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a national-level management entrance test conducted by Symbiosis International University (SIU) for admission into MBA/PGDM programs in various constituent colleges. It is conducted in computer-based mode across various cities throughout the country. The test comprises five sections- General English (VARC), Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency. A candidate can sit in the SNAP test a maximum of 3 times during an academic session.
To be eligible for the SNAP 2024-25 exam, interested candidates should have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% in any stream from a recognized university/college or should be in the final year of their undergraduate degree. Admissions to different colleges will depend on candidates’ performance in the exam followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds. As a candidate can appear for SNAP thrice a year, so for selection purposes, the best of these available scores will be taken into consideration.
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Some of the prominent colleges accepting SNAP scores are Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB), Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research, etc.
Registration for SNAP 2024-25 will begin in August 2024-25 and end in November 2024-25. SNAP 2024-25 will be conducted in three shifts in December 2024-25. The results will be announced in the first week of January 2024-25.
What is the SNAP 2024-25?
The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test is the standardised admissions test used for admission to the MBA/PGDM programs at Symbiosis International University. The school offers a total of 16 constituent institutes and a plethora of disciplines, both popular and nuanced. The SNAP assessment is swift; including the test of general English, Quantitative –Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, and analytical & Logical reasoning; it includes 60 multiple-choice questions. The test is computer-based and lasts 60 minutes; there is no charity here. Applicants must complete the examination within 60 minutes, excluding Sectional Time. Students are allowed three shots at the SNAP 2024-25, and the best overall score will be used for admission.
SNAP 2024-25 Exam Highlights
The table given below shows some of the key highlights of the SNAP exam.
SNAP Features | Details |
Exam Name | Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) |
Conducting Body | Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU) |
SNAP 2024-25 Exam Dates | To be announced |
Exam Level | National |
Exam Frequency | Once a year (three attempts) |
Exam Mode | Online |
Exam Duration | 60 minutes |
Exam Syllabus | General English Quantitative-Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
Exam Pattern | 60 questions in MCQ format |
Language | English |
Exam Fees | INR 2,250 |
Number of Candidates | 1.25 lakh ( in 2023) |
Exam Purpose | Admission to SIU-affiliated colleges and 20 other institutes |
Course Offered | MBA/PGDM |
No. of Test Cities | 94 |
Exam Helpdesk No. | 020-39116226 |
Exam Website |
SNAP 2024-25 Exam Dates & Schedule
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
Aug '24 - Nov '24 | SNAP 2024 Registrations |
Dec '24 | SNAP 2024 admit card download for session 1 |
Dec '24 | SNAP 2024 Session 1 |
Dec '24 | SNAP 2024 Session 2 |
Dec '24 | SNAP 2024 Session 3 |
Jan '25 | SNAP 2024 result announcement |
Dec '25 | SNAP 2024 admit card download for Sessions 2 and 3 |
SNAP Eligibility Criteria 2024-25
For the SNAP 2024-25 exam, which is to be conducted in 2024-25, the following are the eligibility requirements that need to be met. The candidate must:
Be a holder of a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute. The minimum aggregate should be 50%( 45% for SC/ST/PWD candidates ) or its equivalent.
Candidates who are in the final year of graduation may also apply to SNAP 2024-25.
The eligibility requirements set no age bar for giving the SNAP. However since the minimum qualification required is graduation, the candidate must be at least at the age of 18 and above.
International students should possess a certificate of equivalence from AIU, especially while applying for the SNAP 2024-25.
SNAP 2024-25 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for SNAP 2024-25 follows a similar format to other MBA entrance exams, featuring a multiple-choice question (MCQ) structure. It is considered one of the more accessible MBA entrance exams. Below are the key highlights of the SNAP 2024-25 exam pattern:
- The exam duration is 60 minutes, with no breaks or sectional time limits.
- There are a total of 60 questions.
- The General English section includes 15 questions, Analytical & Logical Reasoning (A-LR) has 25 questions, and Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (QA, DI-DS) consists of 20 questions.
- The exam carries a total of 60 marks.
- Each question is worth 1 mark, with a penalty of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
- Candidates are allowed up to three attempts (a fee is required for each attempt).
- The exam's difficulty level ranges from easy to moderate.
SNAP Syllabus 2024-25
The SNAP syllabus covers a wide range of topics across Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation, Quantitative Aptitude, and Logical Reasoning. The table below provides a section-wise breakdown of the SNAP 2024-25 syllabus:
SNAP Exam Sections | Important Topics |
General English (Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability) | Parajumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Passages, Verbal Ability, Grammar, Antonym-Synonym, Syllogisms, Analogies, One Word Substitution, Similar Sounding Words, etc. |
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency | Mensuration, Geometry, Algebra, Trigonometry, Probability, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Partnership, Time-Speed-Distance, Data Interpretation, etc. |
Analytical and Logical Reasoning | Column Graphs, Pie Chart, Coding and Decoding, Puzzles, etc. |
SNAP Admit Card 2024-25
A unique admit card will be released for each SNAP session. Candidates must bring the correct SNAP 2024-25 admit card to the test center, as entry will not be granted without it. Follow these steps to download the SNAP 2024-25 admit card:
- Visit the official SNAP 2024-25 website.
- Click on the 'admit card' tab.
- Enter your SNAP ID and password in the designated fields.
- The SNAP admit card will appear on the screen.
- Click the tab to download your admit card.
SNAP 2024-25 Exam Day Guidelines
SNAP 2024-25 will be conducted at various test centers across India. Candidates must adhere to the exam guidelines outlined on the admit card. Below are some essential dos and don’ts for the SNAP exam.
SNAP Dos:
- Arrive at the exam center two hours before the exam starts.
- Thoroughly read the exam instructions before beginning.
- Candidates with disabilities and their scribes must carry the necessary identification documents.
- Bring two copies of your SNAP 2024-25 admit card and one of the following ID proofs:
- Driving License
- Passport
- PAN Card
- Voter ID
- Aadhaar Card
SNAP Don'ts:
- Do not bring cell phones, calculators, digital watches, or any electronic devices into the exam hall.
- Do not arrive late at the test center, as entry will be denied after the gates close.
SNAP Exam Timings and Reporting Time
The table below details the exam timings for all three SNAP 2024-25 sessions, along with the reporting time for candidates.
SNAP 2024-25 Session | Exam Timing | Reporting Time |
Session 1 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
Session 2 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
Session 3 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | 12:00 PM |