Overview: Over 100000+ candidates appear for the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP). Therefore, developing a good understanding of the SNAP Exam pattern is pivotal. This blog equips you with the SNAP marking scheme, time limit, SNAP exam pattern and cut-off.

What is the SNAP Exam?

• SNAP is a postgraduate entrance examination conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU] for admissions into the 26 MBA programmes offered at its 16 institutes.
• The SNAP Exam is relatively less challenging than other management exams. It tests candidates' decision-making and time-management abilities.
• The exam pattern of SNAP will likely have three sections. Candidates must read about the exam pattern to understand exam mode, marking scheme, question types, negative marking and prepare strategies.

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Table Of Content SNAP Exam Pattern Details SNAP Exam Pattern - Merit Declaration SNAP Exam Pattern Difficulty level SNAP Exam Pattern Marking Scheme SNAP Exam Pattern And Cut-Off SNAP Exam Pattern And Syllabus Conclusion

SNAP Exam Pattern Details

• The SNAP Test 2024 will be conducted on a computer-based platform for 60 minutes.
• The test will be held on three different dates in December 2024.
• The exact timings for SNAP Test 2024 will be mentioned on the SNAP admit card.
• The SNAP exam format includes objective-type questions with four options each and 25% negative marking for each wrong answer.
• Although the utmost care is taken to prepare an error-free question paper, errors may be detected. In this case, the Scrutiny Committee will take appropriate action after the examination.
• A candidate can take up to three tests for the SNAP exam, and the final score will be calculated based on the highest score of all the tests attempted.
• The questions will be framed under specific topics to ensure fairness and uniformity across all three tests, and the spread of questions across sections will be normalized for the difficulty level.
• Any use of unfair means or malpractice will lead to immediate disqualification from the admission process of SIU.
• Any use of unfair means or malpractice at any stage of the SNAP selection process will result in the candidate's direct disqualification from future SNAP attempts.

SNAP Exam Pattern - Merit List Declaration

• The Merit List and Wait List's category-wise cut-off will be available on the institutes' websites.
• Waitlist movement will depend on the availability of vacant seats.
• The candidate will be subjected to provisional admission until the fees are paid and eligibility criteria are fulfilled.
• Admission will be approved according to the SIU's rules.
• Candidates should note that admission to any program offered by any SIU institute does not require a donation or capitation fee.
• Candidates should be cautious about individuals or outside agencies that offer such assurances or deals.

Snap exam Score (out of 60 scaled down to 50)	Group-Exercise	Personal Interview	Total
50	10	40	100

Learn more: Documents to be carried to the SNAP Test Centre

SNAP Exam Pattern Difficulty Level 

The SNAP exam format is moderately complex and can be completed within 60 minutes with proper preparation. Each section of the SNAP exam format has no specific time limits; candidates can answer the questions in any preferred order.

The difficulty level of each section of the SNAP MBA exam pattern is listed below:

Section (as per SNAP exam paper pattern)	Number of questions	Level of questions
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Verbal Reasoning	15	Moderate to difficult
Quantitative, Data sufficiency, and Data Interpretation	20	Moderate
Analytical & Logical Reasoning	25	Easy to Moderate

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SNAP Exam Pattern Marking Scheme

As per the SNAP exam new pattern, the candidate will be rewarded one mark for each question answered correctly and -0.25 for each question answered incorrectly.

The bifurcation of marks per question for each section of SNAP test exam pattern is given below:

Section (as per SNAP exam paper pattern)	Marks per correct answer	Marks per incorrect answer
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Verbal Reasoning	1	-0.25
Quantitative, Data sufficiency, and Data Interpretation	1	-0.25
Analytical & Logical Reasoning	1	-0.25

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SNAP Exam Pattern and Cut-off

The expected cut-off for admission to SIBM Pune, the highest-ranked MBA college under SIU, is likely to be 98%ile. However, some students have also received calls in the 96%ile. The expected cut-off percentile for SCMHRD, the second-best college that accepts SNAP scores, is 97%ile.

After the declaration of the results, the 16 Symbiosis colleges will begin releasing their SNAP cut-off percentiles. Candidates who meet the SNAP exam pattern and cut-off will be invited for further selection rounds of MBA admissions, including a written Ability Test (WAT), Group Exercise (GE), and Personal Interview (PI). You can find all the relevant details about the top 5 colleges accepting SNAP scores below, which will help you make a more informed decision about potential calls and GEPI preparation.

College	Average CTC	Cut-Off
SIBM, Pune	28.16	96-98
SCMHRD, Pune	23.71	97
SIIB, Pune	13.12	90-94
SIBM, Bangalore	11.27	90
SIOM, Nashik	12.38	85-87
SICSR, Pune	6.86	80-83
SIDTM, Pune	13.08	80-83
SIMS, Pune	16	76-80
SIMC, Pune	4.57	70-75
SCIT, Pune	14.17	74-76
SIHS, Pune	6.5	56-60
SIBM, Hyderabad	10	60
SSBF	11	58-60
SSSS, Pune	5	50-53

Read more: Instruction Regarding SNAP Admit Card

SNAP Exam Pattern And Syllabus 

The SNAP Exam pattern and syllabus are the same for all three tests. Each test contains 60 questions divided into three sections. There is no specified time limit for any section. The candidate must complete the test within 60 minutes. 

 The exam is divided into three sections: 

• General English 
• Quantitative, DI & Data Sufficiency
• Analytical and Logical Reasoning 

The upcoming SNAP 2024 exam will be conducted in December across three dates and three slots. It is a gateway to take admissions to various institutes, including prestigious ones like Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB), and others.

General English	Quantitative, Data Interpretation, & Data sufficiency	Analytical & logical reasoning
Reading Comprehension	Number system	Arrangements
General grammar	HCF and LCM	Analogies
Sentence Completion	Number base system	Critical Reasoning
Sentence Correction	Work and time	Coding and Decoding
Synonyms and Antonyms	Work, pipes, and Cisterns	Clock and Calendar
One word substitution	Averages	Sequence and series
Jumbled paragraphs	GM	Blood relations
Contextual usage	Percentages	Directions
Odd one out	Compound Interest	Syllogisms
Fill In the blanks	Arithmetic Progression	Puzzles
Idioms	Quadratic and Linear equations
Syllogisms	Trigonometry
Vocabulary	Arithmetic Mean
Analogies	Geometric Progression
	Permutations and Combinations
	Menstruation
	Partnership
	Ratio and proportion
	Simple interest
	Time, speed and distance
	Profit and loss
	Venn diagram

Conclusion

To prepare well for the SNAP exam, it is essential to clearly understand the exam pattern of SNAP, including the different sections, types of questions, and the total time duration. You can create a personalized study plan by utilizing reliable sources, taking mock tests, and focusing on areas where you need improvement. With the right approach and hard work, you can successfully clear the SNAP exam and reach your goal of getting into a top management program.

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