SNAP 2025: Notification, Admission, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern

SNAP 2025 will be held on different dates in December 2025 by Symbiosis International University (SIU). SNAP 2025 notification will probably be available in July 2025. With the release of the SNAP notification, authorities will begin the SNAP registration process. The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP exam) is a computer-based MBA entrance exam conducted once a year for admission into 16 SNAP participating institutes and other top B-schools in India. The SNAP 2025 exam duration will be 1 hour (60 minutes) and 60 questions will be asked from three sections: General English, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency.

SNAP 2025 Overview

A complete overview of SNAP 2025 is stated in the table below. It provides you with all the information you need to know about the SNAP 2025 exam in one quick go.

SNAP 2025 Exam Date

The SNAP 2025 exam is most likely to be conducted in December. The authorities will release SNAP 2025 notification through the official website. For all the important dates regarding the SNAP 2025 entrance exam refer to the table below.

SNAP 2025 Important Topics, Best Books, and Tips (Video Guide)

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SNAP 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates from India and abroad who meet the eligibility criteria can appear for the SNAP 2025 exam. Candidates can check the eligibility criteria for SNAP 2025 below.

• Candidates should be a Graduates from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance and must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes) at graduation.
• Candidates appearing for final year examinations can also apply. Their admission will be subject to obtaining a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes).
• A candidate who has completed qualifying qualification from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

SNAP 2025 Registration

Candidates after checking the eligibility criteria for SNAP 2025 and meeting them can then proceed toward the registration process for SNAP 2025. The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment through demand draft is also available.

How to register for SNAP 2025

Follow these steps to register for the upcoming SNAP 2025 exam successfully.

Step 1 - Visit the official website of SNAP 2025.
Step 2 - Click on Register for SNAP 2025 and click “I agree” (To create a SNAP login ID and Password)
Step 3- Fill in all the required details.
Step 4- Now click on the "Save and Continue" button. An OTP will be sent to the mobile number and given email ID.
Step 5- Enter the 'OTP' and submit.
Step 6- After successful SNAP 2025 registration, candidates will get an e-mail & SMS containing their SNAP 2025 ID and Password.

SNAP 2025 Application Form

After receiving the login credentials (SNAP 2025 ID and Password) candidates are required to fill out the application form for SNAP 2025. After filling out the application form, make the payment for the application. The details entered in the application form must match the official authorized documents.

Steps to fill SNAP 2025 application form

Step 1: Visit the official website
Step 2: Log in to the application portal using the credentials provided.
Step 3: Upload the documents required in the prescribed format and file size.
Step 4: Pay the application fees.
Step 5: Upon successful fee payment, download the application form and payment invoice.

SNAP 2025 Syllabus

The syllabus for the SNAP 2025 exam is divided across three verticals English, Reasoning ability, and Quantitative aptitude. The syllabus for the three subjects remains the same as of other MBA entrance exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT, etc. A detailed SNAP 2025 syllabus analysis is presented below.

SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern for SNAP 2025 consists of three sections. It will be a computer-based test conducted in an online mode. The duration of SNAP 2025 will be 60 minutes. Each wrong answer attracts 25% negative marks. The table below can be referred to for the complete SNAP 2025 exam pattern

SNAP 2025 Preparation Tips

SNAP 2025 is a short exam with only 60 questions for a mere 60-minute exam duration. The previous SNAP exam trends suggest that the difficulty level can be expected between easy to moderate. Still, it is advised to keep your preparation up to the mark. The syllabus is limited and is similar to other MBA entrance exams.

SNAP 2025 exam quick preparation tips

• Complete the entire syllabus well in advance.
• Set a daily target for the number of questions to be solved for each section.
• Practice through mock tests and SNAP PYQs.
• Analyze your mock test performance.
• Learn calculation tricks to save time while attempting the Quantitative aptitude section.

SNAP 2025 Sectional Weightage

All three sections in the SNAP 2025 exam have different weightages in the overall exam. The SNAP 2025 score itself holds a weightage of only 50% in the overall selection process. A detailed analysis of the sectional weightage is available in the table below.

SNAP 2025 Books

Candidates need not get different books to specially prepare for the SNAP 2025 exam. The books that are considered best for all the MBA entrance exams are sufficient to score well in the SNAP 2025 exam. However, if you can get your hands on specific books containing the previous 5 or 10 years PYQs of the SNAP exam you can use them for going the extra mile in your SNAP 2025 preparation journey.

Still, if you want, you can make sure the books for the different sections listed below are on your desk while preparing for SNAP 2025.

SNAP 2025 Mock Tests

Candidates who have successfully paid the registration fee will be eligible for an official SNAP 2025 mock test held before the exam. Candidates will have to book a slot during the slot booking session using their SNAP 2025 ID and password. The same login credentials will be required to take the mock test.

Important details regarding SNAP Mock Test 2025

• SNAP Mock Test is an MCQ test. Each question has four responses. The candidate should choose an appropriate response.
• This test consists of 3 Sections
• Test duration: 60 minutes, i.e. 1 hour.
• Each question carries 1 mark.
• There is a negative marking for the wrong answer 0.25 will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• The marks achieved on the Mock Test are for the Candidate's reference only and will have no impact on their final SNAP 2025 score or their further selection process.
• The look and feel of the mock test could be different from the actual SNAP 2025.
• The exam scores will be shown to you once you complete the test by clicking the “END TEST” button and then the ‘VIEW RESULT’ button.
• Percentile will not be calculated for the Mock Test.

In case the test shuts down abruptly, the candidates are advised to check their computer and internet connection. In case they are unable to continue, they are requested to call on number (Toll-Free No. - 18001231454)

The candidates who have closed their window abruptly without completing the test fully (without clicking the ‘END TEST’ button, will get their scores via email within 48 hours of the exam. If anyone does not receive it can call on number (Toll-Free No. - 18001231454)

SNAP 2025 PYQS

Previous Year Question papers are very important for success in competitive exams. They not only introduce you to the current exam pattern but also give you an idea regarding your strong and weak sections. Solving SNAP PYQs is a must for candidates looking to obtain an excellent score in the SNAP 2025 exam.

SNAP Previous year Question papers with links to download in PDF format are provided in the table below.

SNAP 2025 Admit Card

Candidates who have paid their SNAP 2025 registration fee will be able to download their Admit Card by accessing their login on the exam website. Your respective details will be available on the Admit Card.

An Admit Card is one of the most important documents required to be carried on test day. It is advised that you print a colour copy of the Admit card well in advance of your assigned test date. Black and White copies of the SNAP Test 2025 Admit Card will not be allowed.

How to download the SNAP 2025 Admit Card

• Visit the official website https://www.snaptest.org/
• Click on the Download Admit Card tab.
• Login to the portal using the credentials displayed on the screen to enter.
• View and verify the details on the Admit Card.
• Download the admit card and take a printout for future reference.

Note the following details mentioned in the SNAP 2025 admit card

• Name
• Admission Category
• SNAP ID
• Test Date and Session Timing
• Test City and Centre Address
• Entrance Test Seat Number

SNAP 2025 Answer Key and Response Sheet

The SNAP 2025 answer key will be released about a week later after the last of the SNAP exam has been conducted. The SNAP 2025 answer key will be released on the official website of SNAP 2025. Candidates will be able to download the answer key by entering the login credentials (SNAP ID and password).

The answer key will contain the right answer to every question of the SNAP 2025 exam along with the response sheet containing the answers marked by the particular candidate. The answer key will provide a rough estimate of the marks scored. Remember, SNAP 2025 does not have any normalization process.

How to download SNAP 2025 Answer Key

• Visit the SNAP 2025 official website.
• A login window will appear on the screen.
• Enter the SNAP 2025 registration ID and password.
• Click on the ‘Sign in’ tab as visible on the screen.
• The SNAP 2025 answer key will appear in PDF format.
• Check, download, and take the print of the PDF file.

SNAP 2025 score vs percentile (expected)

The SNAP 2025 score is the total marks obtained by the candidates in the exam, while the SNAP 2025 percentile is the number of test takers who scored less than or equal to them in the SNAP exam. The SNAP score and percentile are important factors that determine their rank and SNAP 2025 cutoff marks for different SIU-affiliated institutes, which have their own SNAP selection procedure with Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI), and Writing Ability Test (WAT) rounds.

The table below shows the expected SNAP percentile vs mark for different ranges of marks and percentiles.

SNAP 2025 Result

The result for SNAP 2025 will be announced in January 2026 (tentative) on the official SNAP website. Candidates can view and download their result details by entering the portal using their SNAP ID and password created during the SNAP 2025 registration. The results are non-objectionable in any way possible. There will also be no scope for any normalization process. The SNAP result 2025 will be valid only for seeking admission for the academic year 2026-2027. The validity of the SNAP result 2025 will only be for 1 year from declaration.

SNAP 2025 Selection Process

After the declaration of the SNAP 2025 result, candidates will go through a series of steps in the selection process based on their SNAP 2025 score percentile. The further rounds in the SNAO 2025 selection process will include Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interaction. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in these rounds through a final merit list. The further admission process is conducted separately for each program by each Institute.

Weightage of different rounds in the final merit list

SNAP 2025 Cutoff

The cutoff for SNAP 2025 will be released soon after the SNAP 2025 result is declared. Candidates clearing the cutoff score will be eligible for further rounds of the selection process. These rounds will include Group exercises and Personal Interviews.

The expected cutoff percentile for different colleges based on previous year trends is presented in the table below.

Colleges accepting SNAP 2025 score

All the colleges affiliated with Symbiosis International University (Deemed) (SIU) will accept the SNAP 2025 score for undertaking candidates to their MBA courses with different specializations.

You can find different colleges accepting SNAP 2025 scores below along with the courses offered by them.