SNUSAT 2025: Application Form, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test and Academic Proficiency Test 2025 ( SNUSAT )

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Registration: 15 Nov '24 - 31 Dec '24

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Updated on Nov 18, 2024 15:35 IST

SNUSAT 2025: Shiv Nadar University has started the SNUSAT registrations for early round admission to UG courses. The varsity will conclude the SNUSAT registration process on March 31, 2025, under the early round of admissions. Shiv Nadar University conducts the admission process in multiple rounds. Candidates who qualify the SNUSAT 2025 exam are eligible for the online interview. The varsity will notify the shortlisted candidates for the interview date and process via an email sent to the registered email address. All the selected candidates need to pay the admission fee until the last date notified on the admission order.

Read further for more information on the SNUSAT 2025 exam, including eligibility criteria, registration process, test pattern, selection process, and more.

LATEST: Shiv Nadar University Admission 2025 Begins at snuadmissions.com; Phase 1 SNUSAT by Jan 5, 2025

Q:   What is SNUSAT exam?

A:
Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test SNUSAT is a university-level entrance exam conducted by Shiv Nadar University for admission to various Undergraduate-level courses offered on its campus. Shiv Nadar University selects candidates based on Scholastic Aptitude Test, ACT Scores or SNUSAT and APT followed by an interview process and a review of a student's application form. Students applying for any Undergraduate courses offered by the following SNU schools will have to appear for Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test and Academics Proficiency Test. The varsity is conducting the exam as a CBT from Pearson VUE-administered centers. Students can get admission to the courses under the following departments through the Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test exam: 1- School of Engineering 2- School of Natural Sciences 3- School of Humanities and Social Sciences 4- School of Management and Entrepreneurship For more information, you may visit the Shiksha SNUSAT exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/university/shiv-nadar-university-snu/snusat-exam). I hope this will help you.
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Q:   Can I get admission in SNU on the basis of SNUSAT because I think my board percentage will be nearly 75%?

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Applying for SNUSAT means getting admission to SNU Noida UG programmes. For UG courses, candidates must pass at least Class 12. The minimum aggregate required is 65%. Hence, any percentage above it will open the chances of getting admission to SNU Noida. 

Such aspirants with 65% aggregate and above in Class 12, can apply for SNUSAT. They must make sure they check the SNUSAT exam pattern and syllabus to prepare well for the exam. As meeting the eligibility requirement does not solely confirm the admission. 

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Q:   What is the mode of SNUSAT exam?

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The SNUSAT exam is usually conducted in physical mode at Pearson VUE centres. This means that candidates are required to appear for the exam in designated test centres that are identified by Pearson Vue. However, in certain exceptional cases, online examinations are available for candidates who have medical reasons or significant logistical issues, or for students who are enrolled in boarding schools. This ensures that all students have an equal opportunity to take the SNUSAT exam, regardless of their circumstances or location.

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Q:   Do I need to appear for SNUSAT if I appear for CUET exam?

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Shiv Nadar University accepts admission to courses based on four different routes for BMS and BSc Economics & Finance. These four routes include:

  • Route 1: SNUSAT Please click here for details.

  • Route 2: College Board SAT – Candidates can apply with a valid SAT score.

  • Route 3: ACT Candidates can apply with a valid ACT Score

  • Route 4: CUET + Screening Form + Class 12th Marks.

Candidates can get admissin to Shiv Nadar University based on any of the four routes. Those who are appearing for CUET will have to fill the screening form to apply for SNU admissions. Along with CUET scores, the varsity will take into account, Class 12 scores.

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What is SNUSAT?

SNUSAT is a university-level entrance exam conducted by Shiv Nadar University for admission to various UG level courses offered on its campus. Shiv Nadar University selects candidates based on SAT, ACT Scores or SNUSAT and APT (Academics Proficiency Test) followed by an interview process and a review of a candidate’s application form. Candidates applying for any UG courses offered by the following SNU schools will have to appear for SNUSAT and APT. The varsity is conducting the exam as a computer-based test from Pearson VUE-administered centres. Candidates can get admission to the courses under the following departments through the SNUSAT exam:

  • School of Engineering

  • School of Humanities and Social Sciences

  • School of Natural Sciences

  • School of Management and Entrepreneurship

SNUSAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SNUSAT 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

15 Nov '24 -

31 Dec '24

SNUSAT Slot Booking (Early Round - Phase 1)

ONGOING

15 Nov '24 -

31 Dec '24

SNUSAT Application Process (Early Round - Phase 1)

ONGOING

15 Nov '24 -

05 Jan '25

SNUSAT Exam Date (Early Round - Phase 1)

ONGOING

15 Nov '24 -

06 Apr '25

SNUSAT Admit Card Issuance (Early Round)

ONGOING

01 Jan '25 -

31 Jan '25

SNUSAT Slot Booking (Early Round - Phase 2)

01 Jan '25 -

31 Jan '25

SNUSAT Application Process (Early Round - Phase 2)

07 Jan '25 -

08 Feb '25

SNUSAT Exam Date (Early Round - Phase 2)

SNUSAT 2025 Exam Highlights

Refer to the table below to get an overview of the SNUSAT 2025 exam:

Features Details
Exam name SNUSAT
SNUSAT full form Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test
Conducting body Shiv Nadar University
Level University Level
Category Undergraduate
Courses offered through entrance exam

- Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)

- Bachelor of Technology (BTech)

- Bachelor of Arts (BA)

- Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Total seats (indicative)

- BTech: 380

- BA: 105

- BSc: 195

- BMS: 120

Mode of exam Computer Based Test
Exam frequency Yearly
Medium English
Duration 2 hours
Sections

- Verbal reasoning

- Quantitative ability

- Abstract reasoning

- Essay

Exam fees

INR 1,900

Official Website www.snuadmissions.com
Helpline Number +91-120-3819100, +91-120-4183660

Also Read: SNUSAT 2025 Dates

SNUSAT 2025 Application Process

Shiv Nadar University hosts the SNUSAT application form in an online mode. Candidates can complete the SNUSAT 2025 registration by visiting the official website. Space below mentions the application process in brief:

1st Step: One-time registration

2nd Step: Email verification

3rd Step: Selecting programme preference

4th Step: Filling in personal details

5th Step: Uploading photograph and signature

6th Step: Providing address details

7th Step: Payment of SNUSAT application fee

Also Read: SNUSAT Application Form 2025

SNUSAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The table below mentions the SNUSAT eligibility criteria prescribed by the university:

Board

Eligibility

Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, NIOS, Odisha, TN, Telangana

75 per cent aggregate in Class 12 board exam (excluding non-academic subjects)

CBSE and ISC

70 per cent aggregate in Class 12 board exam (excluding non-academic subjects)

Assam, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, HP, Kerala, MP, Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Punjab

65 per cent aggregate in Class 12 board exam (excluding non-academic subjects)

Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Rajasthan, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal

60 per cent aggregate in Class 12 board exam (excluding non-academic subjects)

IB Curriculum

An aggregate score of 21 with a minimum of 4 in every course.

Cambridge International Examination

Percentage Uniform Marks same as CBSE

Note: Candidates appearing for Class 12 exams can also apply provisionally.

SNUSAT 2025 Admission Process

SNUSAT and APT 2025 admission process include multiple steps, that is registration, slot booking, appearing for the exam, and personal interview, followed by the result declaration. Space below mentions the SNUSAT admission process:

  1. SNUSAT application form submission
  2. SNUSAT slot booking
  3. Appearing for SNUSAT and APT exam
  4. Release of SNUSAT result
  5. Personal Interview
  6. Release of admission offer
  7. Payment of admission fee

SNUSAT and APT 2025 Exam Pattern

Shiv Nadar University conducts the SNUSAT and APT exam at Pearson VUE identified centres. Candidates can choose the test centres while the registration process.

SNUSAT Exam Pattern 2024

The table below mentions the SNUSAT 2024 exam pattern:

SNUSAT Exam Pattern Elements SNUSAT Exam Pattern Features
Exam mode Computer-based test from centres
Exam duration 120 minutes
Sections and sectional time-limit

Four, namely

- Verbal reasoning (30 min)

- Quantitative ability (36 min)

- Abstract reasoning (40 min)

- Essay (15 min)

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) except in Essay and Critical Writing

APT Exam Pattern 2024

Sections and time-limit in SNUSAT are common for all the courses offered for admission. For subject-specific knowledge, the varsity conducts the Academic Proficiency Test (APT) for admissions to School of Engineering (SoE). The table below mentions the subjects that one needs to prepare based on the desired course for admission:

School

Program

SUBJECTS (30 Minutes each)

School of Engineering (SoE)

BTech in Chemical Engineering

Physics and Maths

BTech in Civil Engineering

BTech in Computer Science & Engineering

BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering

BTech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

BTech in Mechanical Engineering

NOTE: Candidates need to type the essay and critical writing sections on the computer, within the stipulated time.

SNUSAT 2025 Slot Booking

SNUSAT exam is conducted over multiple days. Candidates have the liberty to choose the slot to appear for SNUSAT. After filling SNUSAT 2025 application form, candidates need to choose a slot to appear for SNUSAT and APT. It will be conducted in a CBT mode from centres administered by Pearson VUE. The slot, however, will be granted only on the basis of availability.

SNUSAT and APT exams are conducted at Pearson VUE centres. The test is to be delivered on a computer; each candidate gets a randomly generated exam from a pool of questions. The SNUSAT has the difficult standard of the Class 10 level syllabus.

SNUSAT Admit Card 2025

SNUSAT 2025 will be conducted across multiple days. Candidates can choose an exam day based on the availability during the slot booking process; therefore, Shiv Nadar University will issue the SNUSAT admit card once the candidate books the exam slot. Candidates have to download the SNUSAT admit card using the login credentials, including the application number and password.

Also Read: SNUSAT 2025 Slot Booking

SNUSAT 2025 Result

SNU-SAT and APT results will be announced in two phases. The candidates will be able to check their results on the official website. They will be required to log on to the official website with their respective user IDs to be able to access their results.

SNUSAT Seat Matrix

The table below mentions the course wise seats available for admission based on SNUSAT 2025:

Schools Programs Number of seats
School of Engineering (SoE) BTech in Chemical Engineering 30
BTech in Civil Engineering 30
BTech in Computer Science & Engineering 100
BTech in Electrical and Computer Engineering 130
BTech in Mechanical Engineering 90
School of Humanities & Social Sciences (SoHSS) BA (Research) in English 30
BA (Research) in History 25
BA (Research) in International Relations 25
BA (Research) in Sociology 25
BSc (Research) in Economics 30
School of Natural Sciences (SoNS) BSc (Research) in Biotechnology 30
BSc (Research) in Chemistry 30
BSc (Research) in Mathematics 30
BSc (Research) in Physics 30
School of Management & Entrepreneurship (SoME) Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) 120
BSc (Research) in Economics & Finance* 45
Total - 800

Selection to Shiv Nadar University Undergraduate program will be based on a composite score of your Class XII examinations, SNUSAT 2025 and relevant APT.

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SNUSAT 2025 Contact Information

Admissions Office
Block E, Lower Ground Floor
Shiv Nadar University
NH91, Tehsil Dadri
Gautam Buddha Nagar
Uttar Pradesh - 201314

Phone: 0120-3819100
For admission process related queries: 1800-102-1768

Email:
For Undergraduate admissions:
Admissions@SNU.edu.in

FAQs on SNUSAT 2025

Q: Is the SNUSAT exam conducted online or offline?

A: SNUSAT exam is conducted in online mode from test centres administered by Pearson VUE.

Q: What is the purpose of the SNUSAT exam?

A: Shiv Nadar University offers one of the prestigious undergraduate programmes through the SNUSAT exam.

Q. How many times can one attempt SNUSAT?

A: There is no restriction on the number of times one can appear for the SNUSAT exam.

Q: Does Shiva Nadar University provide accommodation to its candidates?

A: Yes, SNU will provide hostel accommodation to eligible candidates.

Q: Is there a provision for negative marking in the SNUSAT exam?

A: No, there is no provision for negative marking in the SNUSAT exam. Candidates must answer all the questions in SNUSAT even if they have a doubt in the question.

Q: Who prescribes the syllabus for the SNUSAT exam?

A: The SNUSAT syllabus is prescribed by Shiv Nadar University.

Q: What is the duration of the SNUSAT exam?

A: The SNUSAT exam will be conducted for two hours.

Q: What is the application fees for the SNUSAT exam?

A: The application fee for the SNUSAT exam is INR 1,900 across all categories.

Q: Will there be further selection rounds after the SNUSAT exam?

A: Yes, candidates who qualify in the written test, will be required to participate in a Personal Interview

Q: Is Shiv Nadar University approved by University Grant Commission?

A: Shiv Nadar University is a private university that has the approval of UGC.

Q: In how many cities, SNUSAT will be conducted?

A: SNUSAT is conducted at test centres administered by Pearson VUE across India. Candidates will get the list of centres to choose after completing the online application process.

Q: Does Shiv Nadar University provide rural scholarships to students?

A: Yes, the varsity extends its support to students from weaker economic background to study in the undergraduate programme with a full scholarship for academic and living expenses.

Q: When will Shiv Nadar University release SNUSAT 2023 exam details?

A: SNUSAT & APT exam details have been released. Candidates were allowed to apply under the first admission round until March 31.
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