SNAP 2022 Exam Live Updates; Session 1 Answer Key, Question Paper Analysis, Expected Cut Offs, Student Reactions

SNAP 2022 Exam Live Updates; Session 1 Answer Key, Question Paper Analysis, Expected Cut Offs, Student Reactions

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SNAP 2022 Session 1 was conducted today from 2 PM to 3 PM and it was easy in terms of difficulty level. Check here SNAP 2022 Session 1 live updates, exam analysis, answer key, question paper, cut offs, etc.

SNAP 2022 Live Updates

SNAP 2022 Live Updates

SNAP 2022 Session 1 was scheduled held from 2 PM to 3 PM. The SNAP question paper 2022 had 60 questions in MCQ format. The paper was divided into three sections – English, Quantitative Ability-Data Interpretation and Analytical & Logical Reasoning. The SNAP 2022 question paper was easy and on the same lines as the question papers of previous years. There was on RC passage yet again so the English section was the easiest of all.

The SNAP 2022 Session 2 will be held on December 18 and Session 3 will be held on December 23. Those who appear for more than one session should try to improve their performance in their next attempt. However, they should not take too much pressure about it as best of the two scores will be considered by the SIU institutes for selection of candidates for Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT), conducted for MBA admission.

Also Read: Things to Remember for SNAP 2022 Exam Day

SNAP 2022 Exam Highlights

SNAP is a speed based test and mainly focuses on reasoning and maths. Check below key highlights of SNAP 2022 exam:

SNAP Exam Structure

Details

Number of sections

  • General English
  • Quantitative-Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
  • Analytical & Logical Reasoning

Duration of exam

60 minutes

Number of questions

60

Total marks

60

Language of paper

English

Number of attempts 

Two

Mode of examination

Computer-based

Marks per questions

1

Negative Marking

-0.25

SNAP 2022 Session 1: Section wise Number of Good Attempts

Check the table of number of good attempts in SNAP 2022 Session 1 on the basis of section wise difficulty levels. 

SNAP Sections

Number of Questions

Total Marks

Good Attempt/Score

General English (VARC)

15

15

10

Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

20

20

12-14

Analytical & Logical Reasoning

25

25

18-19

Total

60

60

40-42

Expected SNAP 2022 Cut Offs

Here’s a projection of SNAP 2022 cut offs based on previous year’s cut offs.

Institute Name

Minimum SNAP Cut Offs (raw score)

SIBM Pune

37

SCMHRD

35

SIBM Bangalore

31

SIIB 

33

SIOM Nashik

28

 

LIVE UPDATE

Update 2 years ago

  • 6:30 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 2 Admit Card Out

    SNAP 2022 admit card for Session 2 to be held on December 18 has been released. Candidates can download their SNAP admit cards from the snaptest.org website by using their login credentials. 

    Also Read: SNAP 2022 admit card for session 2 out, check where and how to download

  • 6:00 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022: Next Session on December 18

    The Session 2 of SNAP 2022 will be conducted on December 18 at the same time: 2 pm to 3 pm. Those who have registered for Session 2, can download their admit card from the SNAP website.

  • 5:35 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Answer Key Session 1

    The official answer key of SNAP is not released. However, memory based SNAP 2022 Session 1 answer keys are expected to be shared soon by coaching institutes.

  • 5:00 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Expected SNAP Cut Offs

    Based on the difficulty level of SNAP 2022 question paper of Session 1, here are estimated SNAP cut offs for 2023 admissions.

    SIU Institute

    Minimum SNAP Cut Offs (raw score)

    SIBM Pune

    37

    SCMHRD

    35

    SIBM Bangalore

    31

    SIIB 

    33

    SIOM Nashik

    28

  • 4:29 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Sectional Difficulty

    As per SNAP 2022 e, the sectional difficulty level of SNAP 2022 Session 1 is as follows:

    • English Comprehension: Easy
    • Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation-Data Sufficiency: Tough
    • Analytical and Logical Reasoning: Easy
  • 4:00 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Number of Questions

    The SNAP 2022 Session 1 had 60 questions in total. Given below is the sectional break up:

    • English Comprehension: 15
    • Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation-Data Sufficiency: 20
    • Analytical and Logical Reasoning: 25
  • 3:28 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 Over: Students Reaction - Paper Easy to Moderate

    SNAP 2022 session 1 was easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level as shared by some students. Quant was tough but other sections were easy to moderate. On average candidates were able to attempt nearly 45 to 50 questions.

  • 3:01 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 Over

    SNAP 2022 session 1 is over now. The exam was conducted smoothly at the designated test centres without any major technical glitch. Test takers have started to come out of the exam venue to go home. The next SNAP session is on December 18.

  • 2:30 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Half Time

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 is underway and half time is over. The question paper of SNAP 2022 is expected to be the same as last year. No change in the test structure or difficulty level is expected.

  • 2:01 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Test Starts

    The SNAP 2022 Session 1 has started. Once the exam is over, Shiksha will share student reactions and reviews of the question paper. Shiksha is at a test centre to record students’ reactions.

  • 1:30 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Candidates have entered the Test Lab

    Candidates have entered their test labs and have been seated at their designated seats. Inside the SNAP test lab, candidates have to follow instructions given by the invigilator.

    The test screen will open a few minutes before the commencement of the exam for candidates to read instructions. The test will be of 60 minutes and the screen will be locked as soon as the onscreen timer will show 0 minutes left. Thus, candidates must save their answers before moving to next question. 

  • 1:00 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 to Start in an Hour

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 will begin in an hour. Entry and identification process of candidates is ongoing at the examination centres. The entry gates will close by 1: 15 PM. 

  • 12:23 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Is there a sectional time limit?

    There is no sectional time limit in SNAP 2022. Candidates can divide 60 minutes of the total test duration among the three sections as per their convenience. Since, English Comprehension has 15 questions, those who are strong in English can get done with it in 10 minutes. Similarly, candidates can divide their time according to their strength.

  • 12:01 PM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Expected Number of Good Attempts

    English: 10 correct attempt can be considered good in this section. 

    A-LR: 18-19 correct attempt can be considered good in this section.

    QA-DI-DS: 11-12 correct attempts will be considered good in this section.

  • 11:37 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Analytical and Logical Reasoning

    There will be 25 questions on Reasoning in SNAP 2022 exam. The important topics include:

    • Coding-Decoding
    • Blood Relations
    • Number Series
    • Letter Series
    • Syllogism
    • Input-Output
    • Linear Arrangement 
    • Clocks & Calendars
    • Odd One Out
    • Statement Conclusion
    • Statement & Assumptions
    • Course of Action
    • Cause and Effect
    • General Reasoning
    • Paragraph Conclusion
  • 11:10 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Quantitative, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency

    Important topics of Quantitative, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency section of the SNAP exam include:

    • Percentages, Profit & Loss
    • Numbers
    • Time and Work
    • Time, Speed, Distance
    • Quadratic Equations
    • Geometry
    • P&C
    • Mensuration
    • Probability
    • Data Interpretation
    • Set Theory
    • Progressions and Series

    Binomial Theorem

  • 10:47 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: English Comprehension Section

    The English Comprehension section of SNAP 2022 exam will not have any RC passages. The 15 questions will be based on:

    • Fill in the Blanks
    • Grammar
    • Parts of Speech
    • Synonyms & Antonyms
    • Idiom & Phrases
    • Proverbs
    • Spelling
  • 10:22 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Admit Card

    Candidates must download their SNAP 2022 admit card and take two colour print outs of the same before heading to the test centre. Digital copy of the admit card will not be accepted as a valid document by the SNAP test staff.

  • 10:00 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 Today: Analysis and Cut Offs to be Shared Here

    SNAP 2022 Session 1 will be conducted today. The time to reach examination centre is 12 PM. After the exam, Shiksha will provide question paper analysis and expected cut offs for this session. Stay tuned. 

  • 9:30 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Test lab guidelines

    • Candidates must sit only at the seat allocated to them.
    • They must not touch the computer system until asked too.
    • They must listen to the invigilator’s instructions carefully.
    • During the test, they must not cheat or indulge in any sort of mal practice otherwise they will be disqualified.
    • After completing the test, they must keep sitting at their seat until the exit process begin.
    • They must leave the rough sheet in the test hall before leaving.

     

  • 9:00 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Identification process

    • The test centre staff will check candidate’s identity from the admit card and photo ID proof and then allow them to enter.
    • They will scan the barcode on candidate’s SNAP 2022 admit card to allot the computer lab.
    • Candidates will have to go to the allocated computer lab and sit at the allocated seat for the test to start.
  • 8:30 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Entry at Test Centre

    The entry of students at the SNAP 2022 test centres will start from 12 PM. Candidates have been given the reporting time of 12 PM, so they should reach their test centres on time.

  • 8:00 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Exam Today

    The first session of SNAP 2022 will be conducted today from 2 pm to 3 pm. The exam is expected to be of low difficulty level and no suprises or change in the exam pattern is expected. 

  • 7:34 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Mistakes to Avoid

    Candidates must avoid making the following mistakes during the SNAP 2022 exam:

    1. 1.Not spending time in reading the SNAP question paper
    2. 2.Not managing time effectively
    3. 3.Not choosing the right questions
    4. Not focussing the basic concepts
    5. Stressing out and panicking
  • 4:31 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: CBT Mode Exam

    The SNAP 2022 exam is being conducted in CBT mode. Candidates have to take the test on a computer screen and use the computer mouse to punch in their answers. They are not supposed to touch the keyboard or the screen under any circumstances.

  • 2:00 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Previous Year Paper

    Check the table below to know the difficulty levels of the three sections of SNAP 2021 for reference

    SNAP Sections

    Highlights

    Level of Difficulty

    General English (VARC)

    No RC passages

    Easy

    Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

    Quants section more difficult than mocks

    Tough

    Analytical & Logical Reasoning

    A few questions based on 2-3 line RC passages

    Moderate

    Overall

    Doable paper in 60 minutes

    Easy to moderate

  • 12:02 AM IST10 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Revise Important Points in the morning

    SNAP 2022 exam will be held in the afternoon, from 2 pm to 3 pm, so sleep well in the night and do your revision in the morning. Prepare yourself well in the morning and appear for the test with a free mind.

  • 11:59 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Is SNAP easier the CAT?

    Yes, SNAP test is much easier that CAT and those who have appeared for the CAT 2022 will be able to perform better in SNAP 2022. Both CAT and SNAP have same sections - English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation. However, the difficulty level of SNAP is lower than CAT.

  • 10:00 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Key Highlights of SNAP

    • SNAP is the easiest test among all the MBA entrance exams.
    • It is of a very short duration and the question paper is never lengthy.
    • For the past two years, no RC passages are included in the English section, which helps candidates in solving the paper faster.
    • Candidate gets two attempts to improve the score
  • 9:00 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Section Wise Marking Scheme

    Each question carries one mark for correct attempt and -0.25 for incorrect attempt. There is no negative marking for unanswered questions.

    SNAP Sections

    Total Marks

    General English (VARC)

    15

    Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

    20

    Analytical & Logical Reasoning

    25

    Total

    60

     

     

  • 8:32 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Overall and Sectional Time Limit

    • The total time allotted to candidates is 60 minutes
    • There is no sectional limit in SNAP exam. So candidates do not have the pressure of completing a section in limited time. However, they should time themselves so at to not waste too much time on one section and miss out on solving the rest.
  • 8:00 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Exam Strategy

    • Go with the exam strategy you’ve made for yourself. Even if you find a few questions tough, you can skip them and solve the easy ones first.
    • Do not try to solve all the questions as there is negative marking of -0.25 for each incorrect attempt.
    • Keep a calm mind and write the test. The benefit of SNAP is that you get the chance to improve score in the second attempt.
  • 7:42 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Sectional Break Up of the Question Paper

    The SNAP 2022 question paper will have three sections.

    SNAP Sections

    Number of MCQs

    General English (VARC)

    15

    Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

    20

    Analytical & Logical Reasoning

    25

    Total

    60

  • 7:20 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Gate closing time

    The entry gates of the SNAP test centre will be closed 15 minutes prior to the commencement of exam. After that, no candidate will be allowed to enter the premises under any circumstances.

  • 7:00 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Items not to carry

    Candidates must not carry electronic gadgets, bags, purses, eatables, note books and rough sheets. Any candidate found carry any of these items will be barred from appearing in the SNAP exam.

  • 6:44 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Items to Carry

    Candidates need to carry a blue/black ball point pen to the examination centre for signing the attendance sheet for SNAP 2022. Apart from that, candidates must carry a face mask and hand sanitizer in a transparent bottle.

  • 6:19 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Documents to carry

    Candidates must carry the following documents to the exam centre:

    • 2 colour print outs of the SNAP 2022 admit card
    • One original copy of the photo ID card such as:
      • Aadhaar card
      • PAN card
      • Voter ID card
      • Passport
      • Driving licence
  • 6:06 PM IST9 Dec 2022

    SNAP 2022 Session 1: Exam Timings

    SNAP 2022 session 1 will he held tomorrow at various test centres tomorrow. The exam timing is 2 PM to 3 PM. Candidates have to report to their test centres by 12:00 PM for identification process. 

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