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.
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.
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 |
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:
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 |
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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 |
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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:
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:
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.
Candidates must keep ready the following list of documents and information before filling the SNAP registration form 2024 as given below:
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:
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.
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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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 |
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:
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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 |
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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 |
Read in detail: SNAP 2024 Preparation
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.