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SNAP Exam
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test Exam
What is SNAP Exam?
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a common written test conducted by the Symbiosis International University (Deemed University) for the admissions to MBA/M.Sc (CA)/M.Sc (SS) programmes offered by Symbiosis International.
SNAP is conducted once in a year and it is a computer-based test format.
SNAP 2020:
The Symbiosis International University has started the registration process on September 2020 (Tentative), and it will end on November 28, 2020. For all the B-schools accepting SNAP scores, there is a common application process.
The aspirants who wish to appear for the SNAP 2020 entrance exam must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria and have to register online at https://www.snaptest.org
To register for SNAP 2020 entrance exam, click here to follow the instructions.
Test - Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP)
Test Type - National Entrance Exam Test conducted for admission to Post Graduate courses
Conducting Body - Symbiosis International University (Deemed University)
Application Fee:
Online Mode : INR 1750 + applicable payment gateway charges, GST, and any other taxes.
Demand Draft (DD) : INR 2065/-.
Eligibility Criteria:
Graduate from any recognised/statutory University with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). If a candidate who has completed a qualifying degree from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Check out here to know more about the eligibility with details.
Highlights of SNAP:
- This test can be taken up by any candidates who have a graduation in any discipline
- To register for the examination, the application form of SNAP will be available online
- The fee for application varies according to the number of programmes applied for
- The test is an objective type computer based test
- The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the personal interview and written ability test rounds
- 13 B-schools of the Symbiosis International University, Pune are participating in SNAP
Institutes & Programmes for which SNAP 2020 Test is mandatory:
| Name of the Institute | Programme |
|
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM, Pune) |
MBA |
| MBA (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) | |
| Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research (SICSR, Pune) | MBA (Information Technology) |
| M.Sc. (Computer Applications) | |
| M.Sc. (System Security) | |
| Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD, Pune) | MBA |
| MBA (Infrastructure Management) | |
| MBA (Business Analytics) | |
| Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB, Pune) | MBA (International Business) |
| MBA (Agri Business) | |
| MBA (Energy & Environment) | |
| Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management (SITM, Pune) | MBA (Telecom Management) |
| Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS, Pune) | MBA |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication, Pune (SIMC, Pune) | MBA (Communication Management) |
| Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management, Nashik (SIOM, Nashik) | MBA (Operations Management) |
| Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT, Pune) | MBA (Information Technology Business Management) |
| MBA (Data Science and Data Analytics) | |
| Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS, Pune) | MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management) |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Bengaluru (SIBM, Bengaluru) | MBA |
| Symbiosis School of Media & Communication, Bengaluru (SSMC, Bengaluru) | MBA (Communication Management) |
| Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance (SSBF, Pune) | MBA (Banking and Finance) |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Hyderabad (SIBM, Hyderabad) | MBA |
| Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS, Pune) | MBA (Sports Management) |
Institutes & Programmes for which SNAP 2020 Test is not mandatory:
| Name of the Institute | Programme |
| Symbiosis Law School (SLS-Pune) | LL.M |
| Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS) | M.Sc (Medical Technology) |
| Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON) | M.Sc (Nursing) |
| Symbiosis School of Biomedical Sciences (SSBS) | M.Sc (Biotechnology) |
| M.Sc (Nutrition & Dietetics) | |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication, Pune (SIMC, Pune) | M.A (Mass Communication) |
| Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE) | M.Sc (Economics) |
| Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT) | M.Tech (CAD & AM) |
| M.Tech (E&TCE) | |
| M.Tech (CSE) | |
| M.Tech(G&ST) | |
| Symbiosis School of International Studies (SSIS) | M.A (IS) |
| Symbiosis Institute of Geoinformatics (SIG) | M.Sc (Geoinformatics) |
| Symbiosis Statistical Institute (SSI) | M.Sc (Applied Statistics) |
Reservation Policy:
Scheduled Caste (SC) - 15%
Scheduled Tribes (ST) - 7.5%
Differently Abled - 3%
Children/Wards of Defence Personnel - 5% applicable only for the following programmes:
1. MBA (International Business) - SIIB, Pune
2. MBA (Telecom Management) - SITM, Pune
3. MBA (Information Technology Business Management) - SCIT, Pune
4. MBA (Information Technology) - SICSR Pune
SNAP Exam Analysis 2020
The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) held on December 15, 2020(Tentative), from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm across 92 cities in India. This computer-based test comprises four sections – general English, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation & data sufficiency and analytical & logical reasoning.
Around two lakh candidates appeared for SNAP 2020 for admission to various master's programmes. This year, SNAP, inspired by CAT changed the test format. SNAP 2020 rated between moderate and difficult. Here are some points related to SNAP 2020 exam analysis.
- The total number of questions had been reduced to 110.
- The question paper was divided into MCQs and special questions.
- The question paper consisted of three sections.
- The scoring pattern – 1 mark for each correct answer for MCQs and +2 for correct answer Non-MCQs.
- 25 per cent of the marks will be deducted for negative marking.
- The reading comprehension passages were moderate and a few logical reasonings were difficult.
- The general knowledge questions were asked from the recently held assembly elections.
- The expected cut-off score for SNAP 2019 will be between 85 and 90 marks.
General English
The two reading comprehension passages in the English paper contained 5 questions each. Most of the questions were based on the facts. The vocabulary-based questions were easy. Candidates also found questions related to grammar. Aspirants who attempted 30 to 32 questions accurately may get a positive result.
Quantitative Ability
Candidates found this section easier compared to previous years. Most of the questions were based on Geometry and Modern Math. The test takers didn’t find questions on data interpretation, instead, the questions were on data sufficiency. Candidates who have attempted around 25 questions with more than 90 per cent accuracy will get a good score.
Analytical And Logical Reasoning
This was divided into MCQs and Non-MCQs type. Candidates' physics knowledge was also tested in this section along with reasoning skills. Many test-takers felt that the questions in LR were moderate. Candidates who attempted over 20 questions with 80 to 90 per cent accuracy can clear the test.
SNAP Expected Cut-off 2019
| Subject | Good Attempt |
| General English | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 28 |
| Analytical and Logical Reasoning | 22 |
| Overall | 85-90 |
SNAP 2019 Exam Cut-off
We expect that the SNAP 2019 exam cut-off score will be between 85 and 90. The shortlisting will be based on sectional and overall cut-offs. Candidates have to note that who will not meet the sectional cut-off will not be considered for shortlisting.
Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune is all set to close the application window of SNAP 2020 today, i.e., Nivember 30. Candidates who have not yet registered for the exam can apply online on the official website at snaptest.org. Candidates who have completed their graduation with 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST) can apply for the entrance exam.
The sources suggest that SNPA 2020 admit card will be released on December 5. The written exam will be held on December 20, 2020, and January 6 and 9, 2021.
30 November 2020
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has announced the SNAP mock test 2020 result. The mock test was conducted on October 31 and November 1 in online mode. Candidates should use their login details to download the SNAP 2020 mock test result.
The exam authority has also released the list of toppers for SNAP 2020 mock test. The mock test is required to get familiar with the SNAP exam pattern and scoring.
5 November 2020
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) is all set to conduct the first official SNAP mock test in online mode. Candidates are advised to visit the official website to check the SNAP mock test in the slot which they have booked.
Students are advised to take advantage of SNAP mock test to get familiar with the new changes in the exam pattern of SNAP. The entrance exam will be held in the last week of December 2020 and the first week of January 2021.
31 October 2020
Symbiosis International (Deemed) University has started the registration process for the SNAP mock test. Interested candidates who had registered for the exam can do the slot booking for the mock test. The mock test window will be open from October 30 to November 1.
Candidates should use their login credentials such as SNAP id and password. The mock test consists of general English, analytical & logical reasoning and quantitative, data interpretation & data sufficiency.
The SNAP exam will be conducted on December 20, 2020, and January 6 and 9, 2021.
21 October 2020
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2021 exam dates announced. The SNAP exam will be conducted three times in computer-based mode. The SNAP 2020 will be held on December 20, 2020, January 6 and 9, 2021. The official sources suggest that there has been a change in the SNAP exam pattern.
The SNAP exam was conducted for the admission to various MBA programmes offered at the participating institutes of SNAP. Candidates who clear the SNAP written exam will be eligible for the next round of selection.
17 September 2020