SNAP Exam 2024

SNAP Exam Dates, SNAP Eligibility, SNAP Registration, SNAP Exam Pattern, SNAP Syllabus

Updated on 6th August 2024 | 4:00 pm | #SNAPExam2024

The Symbiosis MBA entrance exam, popularly known as SNAP Exam, is a computer-based test held for candidates who are seeking admission to the MBA program in any institute of Symbiosis International University.

  • The official SNAP notification 2024 was released on August 5th, 2024.
  • SNAP 2024 will be conducted in December 2024 in three different sessions on various dates.
  • The SNAP exam dates 2024 are scheduled for the 8th, 15th, and 21st of December 2024.
  • SNAP registration 2024 has already been started on August 5th, and the last date to apply for the same is November 22nd, 2024.

SNAP is among the most popular management entrance exams in India. More than 50,000 aspirants take this exam every year. Candidates who are aspiring to take the SNAP 2024 exam need to gear up their preparation plan accordingly to increase their chances of success.

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SNAP 2024 Exam Dates

The SNAP notification 2024 is out on the official website (snaptest.org/); if you are aspiring to take SNAP 2024 exam, then it’s time for you to gear up your preparation if you are aiming to get into the top B-schools.

The SNAP 2024 Exam dates are given in the below table for your reference:

SNAP Exam Events

SNAP 2024 Exam Dates

SNAP 2024 Notification Release

5th August 2024

SNAP Registration Start Date

5th August 2024

SNAP Registration Last Date 

22nd November 2024 

SNAP Admit Card Release Date

SNAP 2024 Slot 1 - 2nd December 2024 

SNAP 2024 Slot 2 - 9th December 2024 

SNAP 2024 Slot 3 - 15th December 2024 

SNAP 2024 Exam Dates 

SNAP 2024 Test 1 - 8th December 2024 (Sunday)

SNAP 2024 Test 2 - 15th December 2024 (Sunday)

SNAP 2024 Test 3 - 21st December 2024 (Saturday)

SNAP 2024 Result Date

8th January 2025

Shortlisting for GE, PI and WAT

Third week of February 2025

GD, PI and WAT

Third/Fourth week of February 2025

Final Admission List of Candidates

Last week of March 2025


What is SNAP Exam 2024?

The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, also known as SNAP exam, is the entrance exam for MBA programs at 15 Symbiosis International Universities in India. Every year, about 50,000-60,000 students from different backgrounds including commerce, engineering, humanities, and others, take this test to get admission into some of the top B-schools accepting the SNAP score.

Earlier, this exam used to be in a pen-and-paper format, which was time-consuming and used to be a hefty task for candidates. However, since 2017, it has been conducted online, making it easy for candidates to take.

Given below are some of the important highlights every SNAP aspirant should be aware of before planning on taking the exam:

  • It's a standard entrance test for multiple Symbiosis universities.
  • SNAP is conducted in 3 phases, and candidates are allowed to appear for all the phases.
  • Candidates' best score among all the attempts is considered for preparing the merit list.
  • Candidates qualifying SNAP exam with the required cutoff/ percentile receive calls from the respective B-schools and are shortlisted for further selection rounds.

SNAP 2024: Highlights

SNAP 2024 will allow students to apply for admission to Symbiosis International Deemed University (SIU) and other top institutes for the batch of 2025-27. Here are the required details to know about the exam:

Highlight Details

Exam Name

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test

Official Website

www.snaptest.org/

Conducting Body

Symbiosis International Deemed University (SIU)

Frequency

Thrice in a year

Registration Mode

Online

Exam Mode

Computer-based

Medium of Exam

English

Total time

60 minutes

Total Questions

60

Sections

General English

Analytical and Logical Reasoning

Quantitative, DI and Data Sufficiency

Marking Scheme

+1 mark for correct answer

- 0.25 marks for incorrect answer

To stay updated with all the latest notifications on SNAP 2024, click here.


SNAP Eligibility Criteria 2024

The SNAP notification 2024 has been released, and the SNAP 2024 exam dates are out now. Thus, it is very important for a SNAP aspirant to be aware of the SNAP exam eligibility 2024 as given below:

  • Undergraduate degree in any discipline from recognized universities with a minimum percentage of:
    • 50% - General Category
    • 45% - Reserved Category
  • Students in their graduation year can also apply but their admission will be provisional on the candidate obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
  • A candidate having completed his qualifying degree from a foreign university is required to approach the Association of Indian Universities for an equivalence certificate to be eligible.

SNAP Registration Process 2024

The SNAP 2024 registration has already started on 5th August 2024, online on the official SNAP website. Some salient points to remember while registering for SNAP 2024 exam are:

  • The candidate must register on the official website and fill in their personal and professional details.
  • Any changes in the Name, Date of Birth, Category & Test Cities and Centres will not be entertained once the form is submitted.
  • Remaining edits can be made in the form till the last date of SNAP registrations After the candidate has filled the form, the SNAP Exam 2024 fees have to be paid through online payment or demand draft.

SNAP 2024 Registration Last Date To Apply

According to the official SNAP 2024 notification, the SNAP registration last date is set to be 22nd November 2024, which may increase in future. However, it is advisable for all aspiring SNAP takers to adhere to the deadlines to avoid any last-minute hassles.

Documents Required For Filling SNAP Application Form 2024

Candidates must keep ready the following list of documents and information before filling the SNAP registration form 2024 as given below:

  • Valid ID proof such as a Driving license/PAN card/ Voter ID card/ Adhaar card
  • A recent passport-sized photo with a white backdrop (format:.jpg/.jpeg; size: less than 1 MB)
  • Scanned signature with black pen on white paper (.jpg or.jpeg format, maximum size 1 MB)
  • Class 10/ Class 12 mark sheet
  • Certificate and mark sheet of graduation
  • Transfer/ Passing Certificate
  • Documents related to your Work experience (If Applicable)
  • Certificate of relevant category (for students in the SC, ST, OBC, and J&K categories)

SNAP 2024: Exam Fees

The registration fee for SNAP 2024 is given below.

Fee Amount

SNAP Registration Fee

2250/- per test (+ applicable taxes)

Program Registration Fee

1000/- per program (+ applicable taxes)

The modes of payment available to the candidate are:

  • Billdesk Payment Gateway
  • Easebuzz Payment Gateway
  • Indian Bank Payment Gateway
  • Demand Draft

Candidates wishing to make the payment through a demand draft are required to send a Demand Draft made in favor of the "Symbiosis Test Secretariat" from any Nationalized Bank to the Symbiosis official campus. The form for the payment through the DD will be available on the website.


SNAP Admit Card 2024

Candidates who successfully registered for SNAP can download the admit card which will be live in the first week of December for all the slots.The download will be available on the official website till the SNAP Exam day.

Candidates must stick their photograph used in their registration form on the SNAP Exam 2024 Admit Card. The exam center staff will check the SNAP Admit Card on the exam day. After the exam, the SNAP Admit Card should be kept safe as it is needed for the GE-PI process.

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SNAP Exam Pattern 2024

Before starting to prepare for SNAP, it's important to understand the exam pattern and structure so that you can study effectively. Here's a breakdown of the SNAP exam pattern:

Sections Questions Maximum Marks

General English

15

15

Analytical & Logical Reasoning

25

25

Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

20

20

Total

60

60

SNAP 2024 Marking Scheme:

  • The paper comprises multiple-choice questions with four options.
  • Every correct answer will be awarded a 1 mark.
  • Every incorrect answer will lead to a 0.25 negative mark.
  • A candidate can appear for all three tests in SNAP 2024.

SNAP 2024: Exam Syllabus

The SNAP, similar to other MBA entrance exams, does not adhere to a specific syllabus. However, our experts have compiled a comprehensive list of topics based on previous SNAP exams for your reference.

According to the analysis of the last 2 years, the most dominant topics in SNAP have been:

SNAP Syllabus: General English

In this part of SNAP 2024, the emphasis is on your verbal skills, reading comprehension, and verbal reasoning. The questions revolve around essential grammar principles and logical assumptions. To enhance reading speed, candidates can develop a habit of reading newspapers, books, and magazines, which can also expand their vocabulary and language fluency.

Here is the syllabus for the General English section-

General English Syllabus

Sentence Completion

Idioms & Syllogisms

Jumbled Paragraphs

Analogy

Antonyms & Synonyms

Fill in the Blanks

One-word Substitution

Odd One Out

Active & Passive Voice

Vocabulary

Sentence Correction

 

SNAP Syllabus: Analytical & Logical Reasoning

Similar to the DILR section in the CAT syllabus, the section in SNAP relies on practice and getting familiar with the questions. The analytical and logical reasoning section of SNAP covers the following topics, based on the previous year's paper pattern:

Analytical & Logical Reasoning Syllabus

Linear & Matrix Arrangements

Cause & Effect

Coding & Decoding

Visual Reasoning

Blood Relations & Family Tree

Assertion and Reasoning

Syllogisms

Statement & Conclusion

Analogy & Series

Clocks & Calendars

Direction Sense

Critical Reasoning

SNAP Syllabus: Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency

This section includes all the concepts from Mathematics classes VIII to X. It's important to practice, memorize the formulas, and reinforce them. Additionally, there are questions on Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency.

Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency Syllabus

Number Systems

Geometry

Progressions (AP, GP, HP)

Algebra

Logarithm

Series

Binomial Theorem

Graphs- Pie Chart

Bar Graphs

Probability

Mixtures & Allegations

Arithmetic

Inequalities

Permutation & Combination

Sets Theory

Coordinate Geometry

Trigonometry

Mensuration

Surds and Indices

Linear & Quadratic Equations

Tables


SNAP 2024 Preparation Tips

  • Point of Focus: It's important to start your preparation by learning the basics of important concepts with simple examples. Taking it slow and focusing on one subject at a time will help you build a strong foundation for tackling more complex problems later on.
  • Review the syllabus and exam pattern: Just like any other entrance exam, SNAP demands that you have a good understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern to identify the level of preparation and strategy needed.
  • Proper understanding of the questions:Getting a high score in SNAP requires understanding that each answer is hidden within the question itself. Take the time to understand how each question is designed. One approach is to carefully read and identify the key elements in the questions.
  • Take regular mocks: Mock tests are important for managing your time effectively and assessing your understanding of different topics. Analyzing these tests can help you pinpoint areas that need improvement. Start with 1-2 practice tests each week, then increase to 3-4 tests per week as you progress.
  • Practice last 5 years’ SNAP papers: SNAP often surprises test-takers, so it's a good idea to try previous years' test papers in the months leading up to the exam to see how much you've improved.

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SNAP FAQS

The official SNAP notification 2024 was released on 5th August 2024, indicating that the exam will be conducted in December 2024 in three different sessions on 8th, 15th, and 21st December.

During SNAP preparation 2024, candidates' focus should primarily be on practicing exam-based questions and exercises. Candidates who have already covered significant topics from the SNAP syllabus should assess their readiness by solving the SNAP test series and mock exams.

SNAP is easier compared to CAT, even though they cover the same topics. CAT is seen as a tougher exam. SNAP is considered friendlier to students. In SNAP, you can try the exam three times in one session, and they pick the best score for admissions.

  • Undergraduate degree in any discipline from recognized universities with a minimum percentage of:
    • 50% - Gen
    • 45% - SC/ST
  • Students in their graduation year can also apply but their admission will be provisional on the candidate obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
  • A candidate having completed his qualifying degree from a foreign university is required to approach the Association of Indian Universities for an equivalence certificate to be eligible.

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