SNAP Test 2024: Key Dates You Shouldn't Miss

If you're aiming for an MBA from a leading business school in India, the SNAP Test is essential. Conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU], it offers admission to 17 institutes with 29 MBA programs. Here's a quick guide on what to keep in mind for SNAP Test 2024, brought to you by Career Launcher, Kharadi.

Important Dates for SNAP 2024

Registration for the SNAP Test 2024 is open. Mark these critical deadlines:

• Registration Deadline: November 22, 2024 (Friday)
• Payment Deadline: November 22, 2024 (Friday)
• Admit Cards Available:
• Test 1: December 2, 2024 (Monday)
• Test 2: December 9, 2024 (Monday)
• Test 3: December 15, 2024 (Sunday)
• Test Dates:
• Test 1: December 8, 2024 (Sunday)
• Test 2: December 15, 2024 (Sunday)
• Test 3: December 21, 2024 (Saturday)
• Result Announcement: January 8, 2025 (Wednesday)

Check your admit card for test timings. Schedules may change based on unavoidable circumstances.

Eligibility Criteria for SNAP 2024

Before applying, ensure you meet the following criteria:

• Academic Qualification: A bachelor's degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
• Final-Year Students: Candidates appearing for final-year exams can apply but must meet the minimum marks requirement before admission.
• Foreign Degrees: An equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is required for foreign degree holders.

Verify your eligibility to avoid disqualification, as admission remains provisional until final verification.

SNAP 2024: Participating Institutes & Programs

SNAP Test scores are accepted by the following institutes:

1. SIBM, Pune – MBA, MBA (Innovation & Entrepreneurship)
2. SICSR, Pune – MBA (Information Technology), MBA (Digital Transformation)
3. SCMHRD, Pune – MBA, MBA (Infrastructure Development & Management), MBA (Business Analytics)
4. SIIB, Pune – MBA (International Business), MBA (Agri Business), MBA (Energy & Environment)
5. SIDTM, Pune – MBA (Digital & Telecom Management)
6. SIMS, Pune – MBA
7. SIMC, Pune – MBA (Communication Management)
8. SIOM, Nashik – MBA (Operations Management), MBA (Agri Operations Management)
9. SCIT, Pune – MBA (Information Technology Business Management), MBA (Data Science & Data Analytics)
10. SIHS, Pune – MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management)
11. SIBM, Bengaluru – MBA, MBA (Business Analytics)
12. SSBF, Pune – MBA (Banking & Finance)
13. SIBM, Hyderabad – MBA
14. SSSS, Pune – MBA (Sports Management)
15. SIBM, Nagpur – MBA, MBA (Food & Agri-Business Management)
16. SIBM, Noida – MBA
17. SSCANS, Pune – MBA (Food Technology and Food Enterprise Management)

Reservation Policy

SNAP 2024 reserves seats as per SIU's guidelines:

• SC: 15%
• ST: 7.5%
• Differently Abled: 3%
• Kashmiri Migrants: 2 seats per program
• International Candidates: 20%
• Defence Category (General): 80%
• Defence Category (Special): 10%
• Open Category: 10% for civilian candidates sponsored by the industry

SNAP 2024 Exam Structure

• Format: Computer-based, 60 minutes.
• Sections:
• General English: 15 questions
• Analytical & Logical Reasoning
• Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency: 20 questions
• Marking: 25% negative marking for incorrect answers.
• Multiple Attempts: Up to three attempts allowed, with the best score considered for the final percentile.
• Application Fee: 2,250 per attempt; 1,000 per program/college (paid once).

After your SNAP score, you'll be shortlisted for Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interaction (PI), and Written Ability Test (WAT) rounds for final selection.

Stay ahead by registering early and preparing thoroughly. Career Launcher, Kharadi, is here to guide you through every step of the SNAP 2024 journey!