What is the marking scheme of SNAP exam?

SNAP exam has 60 MCQs and every question carries 2 mark. Earlier, there was differential marking in SNAP exam, but in 2020 the marking scheme was revised and every question across sections was allotted 1 mark. You can read the SNAP marking scheme given below: SNAP has 60 questions Total marks of SNAP exam is 60 Each question carries 1 mark for correct attempt For every wrong attempt, 1/4th marks are deducted The General English section is of 15 marks The Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency section is of 20 marks The Analytical & Logical Reasoning section is of 25 marks There is no deduction of marks for skipping the question Candidates scoring 45-50 out of 60 can hope for getting a good percentile.

Is it mandatory to fill SNAP application form for admission to MBA programmes of SIU institutes?

Yes, it is mandatory to fill the SNAP application form for admission to the MBA programmes of the SIU institute. There is a field in the SNAP application form where candidates have to mention their choice of SIU colleges and MBA courses they wish to pursue. They need to pay INR 1000 per college selection. There will be no institute specific application form released later. Candidates will have to use the SNAP application ID to fill the admission shortlist forms of the constituent institutes. If a candidate fails to mention a college in their SNAP application form, they will not be shortlisted for WAT-GE-PI of that SIU institute.

Do I need to fill multiple SNAP application forms if I want to apply to multiple Symbiosis institutes?

No, candidates need not fill multiple SNAP application forms if they want to apply to multiple Symbiosis institutes. The SNAP application form will have a field in which the candidates can select their preferred institutes and pay INR 1,000 per institute. Candidates must make sure that they make college selection wisely as the SNAP application form in not editable after submission and the fee amount is non-refundable. Also, if you haven’t selected the preferred colleges in the SNAP form, you will not be shortlisted for admission even if you meet the cut off. Thus, it is very important for you to select SIU colleges option in the SNAP application form wisely. The college selection should be final before SNAP form submission.

What is the schedule of SNAP What-GE-PI?

The Group Exercise-Personal Interaction-Writing Aptitude Test round of admission through the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test is held in February-March. For MBA admission, the schedule is announced by the participating institutes after the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test result declaration in February. Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune and other colleges start the shortlisting process a week after SNAP result announcement. It will announce the Group Exercise-Personal Interaction-Writing Aptitude Test dates at the official website. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Symbiosis National Aptitude Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/snap-exam). I hope this will help you.

Is any other exam score apart from SNAP accepted for MBA admissions at SIU?

No other exam score apart from SNAP is accepted by the SIU institutes for MBA admissions. Candidates who wish to pursue MBA from the Symbiosis International (Deemed) University have to appear for the SNAP exam and clear it. The SNAP exam is conducted in the month of December every month. Registration process of SNAP is conducted from August to November. The SNAP 2023 registration is currently underway and the last date to apply is November 23, 2023. The SNAP 2023 exam will be held on December 10, 17 and 22, 2023. SNAP score is in fact valid for admission to only the 15 SIU institutes. No other private or government MBA institute accepts SNAP for admissions.

What is the schedule for SNAP MBA/PGDM Counselling 2023 for Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Symbiosis International, Bangalore?

Exam dates for the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2023 are December 10, 17, and 22, 2023. The Symbiosis International (Deemed) University has announced the SNAP test dates and registration schedule for 2023 as of today, August 23, 2023. On the same day, the SNAP 2023 registration procedure began. Candidates have a choice of three tries in the SNAP Test. For consideration for admission to MBA/PGDM programs provided by SIU component institutes, the best scores from the three tries would be taken into account.

My SNAP percentile is 94, and I had given the interview at SIBM Hyderabad. The interview was average. Are there any chances of admission?

Based on your SNAP percentile of 94, you have a good chance of getting shortlisted for SIBM Hyderabad. However, admission to SIBM Hyderabad is not solely based on your SNAP score and interview performance. The final admission decision is based on various factors, including academic performance, work experience (if any), extracurricular activities, diversity, and the overall profile of the candidate. So, while your interview performance was average, it is still possible that you may be offered admission based on other factors that the institute considers important. However, it ultimately depends on the cut-off scores and the number of seats available for the course you have applied for. It is best to wait for the final admission decision from SIBM Hyderabad and consider backup options in case you are not offered admission.

What are the chances of getting into SIBM Pune with low academics but a high SNAP percentile?

The students have good chances of getting into SIBM Pune if they score well in the SNAP exam. A high SNAP percentile will indicate your dedication to academics. It will also help to get shortlisted for the interview round at SIBM. To get admission confirmation at SIBM Pune, you also need to score well in the interview round. The SNAP score has a weight of 50 percent in the final merit list, and the Personal Interview has a weight of 30 percent. Therefore, if you scored well in these two rounds, you can be assured of admission to SIBM. You may be asked to justify low academics in the interview, but if you manage to handle this question in the interview, you can score well in this round.

What could be the score vs percentile for this year SNAP?

The score vs percentile for SNAP exam would depend on various factors such as the number of test-takers, the difficulty level of the exam, and the distribution of scores. It is difficult to predict the exact score vs percentile relationship for the upcoming SNAP exam. However, based on the previous year trends, a score of around 60-70 out of 150 may fetch you a percentile of around 80-85. Again, this is just an estimate, and the actual score vs percentile relationship may differ. It is important to note that the SNAP exam is just one of the factors that determine your admission to MBA programs, and the selection criteria of each college may vary. Please upvote if it was helpful.

Which are the good colleges that accept the SNAP score?

There are more than 30 colleges that accept the SNAP score for admission to MBA or PGDM courses. Apart from the 16 SIU institutes the SNAP score is accepted by a few other colleges in India. According to multiple rankings, the top five colleges that accept the SNAP score for admission are as follows: 1. Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune (NIRF Rank 17). 2. LM Thapar School of Management in Mohali (NIRF Rank 53). 3. Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, Pune ( Ranked 18 in The Week) 4. Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management, Nashik (Ranked 34 in The Week) 5. Faculty of Management Studies, Faridabad (ranked 16 in the Times).. .

What is the marking scheme of SNAP exam?

SNAP exam has 60 MCQs and every question carries 2 mark. Earlier, there was differential marking in SNAP exam, but in 2020 the marking scheme was revised and every question across sections was allotted 1 mark. You can read the SNAP marking scheme given below: SNAP has 60 questions Total marks of SNAP exam is 60 Each question carries 1 mark for correct attempt For every wrong attempt, 1/4th marks are deducted The General English section is of 15 marks The Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency section is of 20 marks The Analytical & Logical Reasoning section is of 25 marks There is no deduction of marks for skipping the question Candidates scoring 45-50 out of 60 can hope for getting a good percentile.

What are the SNAP cut off determining factors?

SNAP cut offs are determined by each SIU constituent institute independently on the basis of certain factors. The cut offs vary for every SNAP accepting institute. The SNAP cut offs also vary from one year to another. They may be higher or lower in the next year as compared to past year cut offs. The main criteria on the basis of which the SNAP cut offs are determined include the following: Number of candidates who appeared in the SNAP exam Difficulty level of the SNAP exam Number of candidates who qualified the SNAP exam Pass percentage in the exam High percentile range in the exam Number of seats available in the programmes

What is the SNAP cut off for candidate belonging to Reserved category?

The SNAP cut-off for Reserved category students varies from institute to institute, but it is lower than that of General category candidates in all B-schools. For Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Pune, the SNAP cut-off for reserved category candidates last year was: SC : 73.0880 ST: 38.8921 DA: 46.5174 KM: 87.9513. Candidates belonging to Reserved categories, having this much score are eligible for the Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT) round which is conducted for MBA admission. Candidates have to clear this round to get admission. As far as scholarship is concerned, top 20 overall scorers get a rebate of Rs 5 lakh in the course fee ( as per last year). Also, there is scholarship for girl students and students from IITs and NITs who join SIBM Pune.

SNAP Selection Process 2025: Check Detailed SNAP Admission Procedure Here

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Updated on Jan 21, 2025 15:33 IST

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SNAP Selection Process 2025 - The exam score is the main criterion for admission to MBA courses of Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU). The selection process for the batch of 2025-2027, will include SNAP 2024 score, Group Exercise (GE and Personal Interaction (PI). This year, Writing Ability Test (WAT) will not be conducted.

SNAP result 2024 was announced on January 8, 2025. SNAP shortlisting for SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune and other SIU colleges started in the second/third week of January 2025. The GE-PI round will be conducted in February 2025. Candidates will have to check the PI status and book their slots at the institute websites.

Q: What is a good score in SNAP?

A good attempt of around 80 per cent of questions with 85-90 per cent accuracy is considered good score in SNAP. The SNAP exam has 60 questions only, so the number of attempts considered good are 40-45. Candidates must aim to solve a good number of questions in every section of SNAP, so that their overall score is good and they have a better chance of getting selected for admission. If you do not clear the SNAP cut off may not be eligible for admission to MBA programmers offered by SIU institutes. Meeting the minimum cut off is a mandatory requirement to be eligible for the Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT). Thus, when preparing for SNAP, keep in mind a target score. The SNAP cut offs are lower for Reserved category candidates.

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Q: Is SNAP exam score the only criterion for SIU MBA admission?

No, clearing the SNAP exam is not the only criterion for admission. The candidates will also have to clear a personality assessment test which includes Group Exercise (GE), Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) round to be selected for SIU admission. This personality assessment round is conducted after SNAP result announcement and only those candidates are eligible who meet the SNAP cut off fixed by the institutes.

Apart from that, the institutes evaluate every shortlisted candidate’s academic record, i.e. score of class 10, 12 and graduation. Those who have been scoring consistently well in academics too, stand a better chance of getting selected for admission. Marks relaxation for academic and gender diversity, and work experience are also important factors for selection.

For 2025 admission, on GE and PI will be conducted. WAT has been scrapped.

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Q: Is SNAP required for Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Symbiosis International, Bangalore?

Over the years, Symbiosis International (Deemed) University's management college affiliate SIBM Bangalore has continuously reported excellent gender diversity and successful placements. The obligatory exam, SNAP, has a significant weight in SIBM Bengaluru's MBA admissions procedure. Passing the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a requirement for enrollment in Bangalore's Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM). For the purpose of determining eligibility for admission to the MBA programs offered by the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management Bangalore, prospective applicants are evaluated based on their SNAP Entrance Exam results.

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Q: What is the exam schedule of SNAP exam and what is the SNAP last date to apply 2023?

The SNAP 2023 application started on August 23 and ended on November 23, 2023.. The SNAP 2023 exam dates were December 10, 17 and 22, 2023. The SNAP 2023 admit card for the first attempt released on December 4 and for the second and third test it released on December 9. The SNAP 2023 result was announced on January 10, 2024.

To apply for SNAP 2023, candidate has to follow these simple steps:
Visit the official website of SNAP and click on the "Register" button
Enter the necessary information and upload scanned copies of your photo and signature
Pay the application fee online, which is Rs. 2250/-

After submitting the application form, make sure to take a printout of the confirmation page.

Applicants must note that there is no form correction process in SNAP, so they will not be able to edit their form after submission. Thus, they must fill the application form correctly, before the SNAP last date to apply 2023.

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SNAP Selection Process 2025: Highlights

Candidates will have to select their preferred MBA courses and SIU institutes in the SNAP 2024 application form only
SNAP 2024 candidates have to pay INR 1,000 per SIU institute in the SNAP registration cum application form
Candidates cannot apply to SIU institutes after the SNAP registration 2024 is over
Each Institute conducts SNAP admission process separately for each programme
The call for participation in GE-PI will be based on SNAP cut offs fixed for that particular academic year
SIU institutes will fix admission cut offs individually based on their own admission requirements and parameters
Candidate's academic history will also be taken into consideration for PI shortlisting
Based on their overall SNAP 2024 cut off percentile, a candidate may get shortlisted for more than one programme. In such a scenario, they will have to participate in the selection process for each course separately.

SNAP Admission Process 2025

SNAP 2025 shortlisting process for MBA batch of 2025 will include GE and PIT which will be conducted for candidates who have qualified SNAP exam 2024. Candidates who meet the minimum SNAP 2024 cut off percentile fixed by the institutes will be eligible for the GE and PI round To participate, candidates will have to fill an online application form on the website of institutes they shall have selected in the SNAP 2024 registration form. If shortlisted, they will be intimated about GE/PI schedule and venue via email. Any candidate who fails to attend the selection round, will be considered as ineligible for SNAP admission process of any of the MBA programmes of SIU.

What is Group Exercise?

Group Exercise or GE is like group discussion in which candidates will be grouped in 8-10 and each batch will be given a case to discuss and come up with solutions. The case will be based on Marketing, Human Resource, Finance, and Operations. Each batch will be given 20 minutes to discuss and present the solution.

What is Personal Interaction?

Personal Interaction or PI round, is a face to face interaction with a panel comprising academics, teachers and industry experts. The questions range from ‘why MBA’ to hobbies to future plans.

What is Writing Ability Test?

The Writing Ability Test or WAT is an essay writing test, where candidates will be given a topic to write a short passage on. They will be required to write on the topic in 5-10 minutes and the word count will be 100-200 words. For 2025 batch admission, WAT will not be conducted.

SNAP Selection Process: Final Merit List and Parameters

SNAP final merit list of selected candidates is prepared on the basis of their performance in each selection round. Candidates are marked in each round and a composite score is derived for each one of them. The offer of admission is sent according to the final score. Check the table below for parameters and weightage of each SNAP selection round:

SNAP final merit list: parameters and weightage
SNAP Score*	50
GE	10
PI	40
Total	100

*Out of 60, scaled down to 50 marks.

Institute-Wise SNAP Cut Offs

Category-wise SNAP cut off for merit list and wait list will be displayed on the website of the respective SIU institutes. Check the expected SNAP cut offs 2024 in the table below:

SIU Institute	SNAP 2024 cut off (expected)
SIBM, Pune	98.5
SCMHRD, Pune	96
SIIB, Pune	93
SIBM, Bangalore	90
SIOM, Nashik	87
SICSR, Pune	82
SITM, Pune	83
SIMS, Pune	77
SCIT, Pune	76
SSMC, Bangalore	75
SIMC, Pune	73
SSBF, Pune	60
SIHS, Pune	58
SIBM, Hyderabad	58
SSSS, Pune	55

MBA Courses Offered by SIU Institutes

Candidates need to select the institute and course in the SNAP 2024 application form to be eligible for admission. SIU institutes and their MBA programmes are listed below:

SIU Institute Name	Programmes Offered
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM, Pune)	MBA MBA (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research (SICSR, Pune)	MBA (Information Technology) MSc (Computer Applications) MSc (System Security)
Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD, Pune)	MBA MBA (Infrastructure Development and 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 (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 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 Sciences)
Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS, Pune)	MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management)