SNAP Preparation 2024: Section-Wise Tips, Strategy, Sample Papers & Guide

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2024 ( SNAP )

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SNAP preparation 2024 - Even though SNAP is an easy exam, you will need to put in a good amount of time and effort in revision and practice for SNAP 2024 in these last few days. SNAP 2024 Test 1 has been conducted. Now those who have registered for SNAP 2024 Test 2 (December 15) and Test 3 (Decemberr 21) must check the SNAP exam analysis of the first session to get an idea of what type of questions can be expected.

All that you will need to do now is practice such SNAP specific questions and exercises, practice SNAP mock tests and do revision. Get hold of tricks and tips for short cuts of solving questions quickly and accurately. Check below a comprehensive guide to SNAP 2024 preparation.

Q:   Which is the toughest section of SNAP exam?

A:

None of the sections of SNAP exam is tough However, if one compares between the three, the Analytical & Logical Reasoning section of SNAP exam is usually tougher than General English and Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency sections. Unlike other MBA entrance exams, where Quantitative Aptitude and English are tough, in SNAP only reasoning questions are tough.

The SNAP Analytical & Logical Reasoning has more questions than General English and Quantitative Ability sections, and most of the questions are not so easy to understand. It has 25 questions and about 18-19 questions are usually doable. Last year in the SNAP exam, the Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency section was tougher than the Analytical & Logical Reasoning. So, candidates must prepare for SNAP exam in such a way that they can handle questions from any section irrespective of their difficulty level.

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Q:   How many attempts are allowed in SNAP exam?

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Every candidate can make three attempts in SNAP exam. The SNAP exam is conducted in three sessions in a gap of one or two weeks. Candidates can mention their number of attempts in the SNAP application form. However, they will have to pay application fee per session. Thus, candidates who are sure of making multiple attempts only then they should apply for multiple sessions as the fee amount is non-refundable.  The scores of best attempt will be taken into consideration for shortlisting of candidates for Group Exercise, Personal Interview and Writing Ability Test.

Ideally candidates must take all three attempts as the difficulty level of the sessions could be different and it may so happen that one session is easy and candidates can score high in that.

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Q:   Can I prepare for SNAP in 3 months?

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Yes, SNAP preparation is possible in three months as the difficulty level of this exam is easy to moderate. So, if one starts preparing for it with only three months in hand, even then they can score well if they put in six to eight hours daily into preparation. Complete the syllabus in 45 days and the give one month to mock test practice. In the last few days, do revision for complete preparation. To be in a better position, focus more on the topics from which maximum questions are asked. For example, in General English, most of the questions are Grammar based, so focus on it more. In Quantitative Aptitude section, more questions are asked from Arithmetic and Algebra than Geometry so focus on the former two. SNAP always has at least data interpretation question so don’t ignore it. On the other hand, the Logical Reasoning section of SNAP has maximum number of questions (25) and topics are diverse so pay more attention on this section if you have less time to prepare.

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Q:   Can I prepare for SNAP in 6 months?

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Yes, SNAP preparation is possible in six months as it is an easy exam. Candidates who plan to prepare for SNAP form June-July, need to make focused and doable plan which can be executed in the given time limit. Start, with analyzing the SNAP syllabus. Note down the tough and easy topics. Get hold of SNAP books and make a plan for covering the syllabus in 3 months. Pick up two tough and one easy topic per day across the sections. Once, you’ve completed the SNAP syllabus in 3 months, move to solving sample papers and mock tests. Do it for 2 months. In the last one month, do revision and work on topics that you could not touch upon earlier. Check the latest question papers for topic wise weightage and focus on those topics from which maximum questions are asked.

For more, check this article: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/articles/how-to-prepare-for-snap-in-6-months-blogId-21719

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SNAP Preparation 2024: Exam Day Tips

  • There is no sectional time-limit in SNAP exam, so one can start the question paper with the section of their choice. Start with the section you are most comfortable with.
  • However, one needs to keep in mind the time limit,so that they get enough time to solve a good number of questions in all three sections. 
  • There is negative marking in SNAP so choose questions wisely. Don’t take the risk losing marks due to silly mistakes or lengthy calculation.
  • Meeting sectional cut off is essential for a good overall SNAP score, so first focus on meeting the sectional cut off of each section and then aim to score higher.
  • The duration of SNAP exam is 60 minutes and the number of questions is also 60, which means candidates will have only a minute to read and solve each question. You are not expected to solve all the questions. Do not spend more than one minute on any question, leave it and move on to the next question.
  • It is not mandatory to solve all the questions, so stick to sectional cut offs, i.e. 8-10 questions in English, 14-15 questions in Quants and 18-20 questions in LR but ensure accuracy.

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SNAP Preparation 2024: Why Practice Mock Tests?

Practicing mock test is an essential part of SNAP 2024 preparation. The SNAP sample papers and mock tests prepare candidates for every eventuality. Ideally, the candidate should practice 25-30 SNAP mock tests but candidates can increase or decrease the number depending upon their capability and preparation level. Listed below are some benefits of practicing SNAP mock test series, sample papers and previous year question papers.

  • Previous year SNAP question papers will give you an idea of the type of questions asked and the trend of difficulty level of the question.
  • SNAP mock tests will prepare you for the actual exam as these mock tests are online and a replica of the exam.
  • The official SNAP mock test conducted by the exam authorities is a must for candidates because to know the latest exam pattern.
  • Official SNAP mock test is conducted twice and only registered candidates are eligible for it.
  • The variety of questions solved during SNAP mock tests and sample papers, will prepare the candidate for surprise questions – tough, easy, lengthy, tricky, etc.
  • The only way one can develop speed and accuracy for a time bound test is by solving mock tests. After each SNAP mock test practice, candidates must analyze their performance. Assess their weak and strong areas and work on them accordingly.
  • They should practice enough SNAP sample papers and mock test series in the last two months of preparation.
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SNAP Exam Preparation 2024: Highlights

Check som key highlights of SNAP 2024 exam preparation. These will help you in making a study plan. SNAP question paper comprises five sections. The candidate must have a different plan for each section, keeping in mind their own strengths and weaknesses. 

SNAP exam pattern 2024

Key highlights of SNAP exam

SNAP Exam Pattern 2024

The SNAP exam pattern 2024 is the simplest among all MBA entrance exams. It is a 60-minute test with neither differential marking nor sectional time limit. Check below the SNAP 2024 exam pattern:

SNAP Exam Sections

Number of Questions

Total Marks

General English (Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability)

15

15

Analytical & Logical Reasoning (A-LR)

25

25

Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (QA, DI-DS)

20

20

Total

60

60

SNAP Marking Scheme 2024

  • For each correct answer 1 mark will be awarded
  • For each incorrect answer 0.25 marks will be deducted
  • There is no negative marking for unanswered questions

How to Prepare for SNAP exam?

The ideal duration for SNAP preparation 2024 should be six to nine months. If you are a fresh graduate from Science and Technology background, you may need less time for SNAP exam preparation but if you are from non-technical background or have been working for a couple of years, you may need more time for SNAP as you will have to brush up your knowledge of Mathematics. SNAP preparation is easier than other MBA entrance exams as it is a low difficulty level exam. However, they topics need to be covered from end-to-end so that there is no chance of missd opportunity. We have shared below key tips and strategies. Your SNAP 2024 preparation plan should include the following:

  1. Choosing SNAP preparation books and study material

  2. Setting time-line for completing the SNAP syllabus 2024

  3. Practicing SNAP mock tests and sample papers

  4. Preparing a SNAP 2024 exam day strategy 

Section-Wise SNAP Preparation Tips

In SNAP, it is not mandatory to solve all the questions, but one needs to attempt about 2/3rd of the total number of questions to score a good percentile. Given below are section wise key insights so that you know how to prepare for SNAP 2024.

SNAP General English: This section of SNAP exam is divided into two parts- Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability. During the exam preparation phase, lay stress reading to develop word power and improve grammer. 

For Verbal Ability and Verbal Reasoning, start with grammar in the early stages of SNAP 2024 preparation. You can tackle English grammar part well if your are thorough with the concepts and have a strong base in it. Parajumbles and sentence correction require a good amount of practice, which you will achieve by practicing SNAP sample papers and mock test series. There is no RC passage in SNAP anymore, so you needn't worry about that. Vocabulary based questions can be tackled with 'Word Power Made Easy' Given below is the composition of the SNAP General English section of previous year. 

SNAP General English Topics

Number of Questions

Fill in the Blanks

3

Grammar (Parts of Speech, Preposition, Prefix, Model verb)

6

Active-Passive Voice

1

Synonyms

1

Tense

1

Poem

1

Sentence with no objection

1

Correct spelling

1

Compound words

2

Total

15

Also Read: How to ace in General English section of SNAP 2024

SNAP Analytical and Logical Reasoning: This section of the exam will have questions (all MCQs) based on graphs, bars, pie-charts, visual reasoning, cause & affect, coding & decoding, puzzles, etc. You need to be able to understand patterns and logic of the sequence or series. the questions will be logic-based, you need to develop ‘eye for detail’. Practice a good number of reasoning questions of different varieties for SNAP as well as other MBA entrance exams. You need to focus on this section more as this section carries the maximum number of questions, i.e. 25. Check below the composition of SNAP A-LR section of last year's exam:

SNAP Analytical and Logical Reasoning Topics

Number of questions

Statement Assumptions

2

Cause & Effect

2

Linear Arrangement

1

Truth or Liar based

1

Blood Relations

2 

Coding

1

Statement Argument

2

Statement Course of Action

2

Clock

2

Syllogism

2

Number/symbol Series

4

Input/Output

1

Analytical Reasoning/ Critical Reasoning

3

Total

25

Also Read: 8 key tips to crack A-LR section of SNAP 2024

SNAP Quantitative, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency: This section will be an amalgamation of calculation and logic-based questions. The topics from which questions will be asked in SNAP 2024 include Arithmetic, Algebra, Data Interpretation (DI), Numbers, Geometry/ Mensuration, Height and Distance, Matrix, Permutation and Combinations. So, the best approach for preparation of this section of SNAP 2024 is thorough study of theorems, formulae and concepts and revising them regularly. Check below the topics of Quantitative Aptitude questions were asked in SNAP last year.

SNAP QA & DI Topics

Number of questions

Arithmetic

6

Algebra

4

Data Interpretation (DI)

2

Numbers

2

Geometry/ Mensuration

2

Height and Distance

1

Matrix

1

P&C

2

Total

20

Also Read: How to crack QA, DI-DS section of SNAP 2024

Key tip to crack SNAP 2024 exam: Since SNAP is a speed test, practice mental maths for saving time on calculations. Also, do not aim to solve all the questions. Choose only those questions you know you can solve with 100 per cent accuracy. Avoid negative marking at all cost.

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