SNAP is a computer-based test conducted to seek admission in various MBA programs launched by SNAP top colleges under the aegis of Symbiosis International University. The difficulty level of this exam is moderate to high and can be easily cleared if the candidate is sincere and meticulous in their studies. This article gives all the details about the SNAP test.
SNAP Entrance Exam: Important Dates
For the admissions in SNAP top colleges for the session starting in 2022, the dates to remember for the smooth admission process are mentioned in the following table:
| Particulars | Date |
| Commencement for registration to SNAP 2021 | 31st August 2021 |
| Registration closing date for SNAP 2021 | 27the November 2021 |
| Admit Card launch on the website | 4th December 2021 |
| SNAP 2021 (Test 1) | 19th December 2021 1400 hrs to 1500 hrs |
| SNAP 2021 (Test 2) | 8th January 20221000 hrs to 1100 hrs |
| SNAP 2021 (Test 3) | 16th January 20221000 hrs to 1100 hrs |
| SNAP 2021 Result | 1st February 2022 |
Download a consolidated 30-Day SNAP Cracker PDF here.
Dates for SIBM are mentioned in the following table:
| Particulars | Date |
| Applying for MBA programs at SIBM Pune | 18th December 2021 |
| Shortlisting and declaration of MBA programs at SIBM Pune | 10th February 2021 |
| GEPIWAT process dates for MBA at SIBM Pune | Between 17th February 2022 to 28th February 2022 |
| Declaration of the lists namely first final list and a waiting list | 10th March 2022 |
| Payment of fees for first merit list candidates | 23rd March 2022 |
Due to the pandemic and other circumstances prevailing the decision on online or offline mode of the GEPIWAT process will be decided in January 2022.
SNAP Exam Pattern And Test Details
SNAP test is conducted online and is therefore called a computer-based test. It is for one hour on the dates of the test. There are 60 questions in the test and each question carries one mark. The topics covered for the test include:
- Analytical logical reasoning
- Data Sufficiency, Data Interpretation, and Quantitative Ability
- Verbal Ability, Verbal Reasoning, Reading Comprehension in General English section
- Current Affairs & General Knowledge in General Awareness
SNAP Top Colleges
Once the result is declared, then every SNAP top college which offers admission through SNAP issues cut off for their institute. Only those candidates who come in the purview of cut-off marks become eligible for the further process of SNAP 2021. The candidates are selected as per their performance in group Exercise, Written Skill Test, and Personal Interview (GEPIWAT).
The list of top colleges from SNAP to take admissions are mentioned below along with the number of seats they offer:
| College/ Institutes | Programs offered | Seat Intake |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management | MBA (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) | 220 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research | MBA (Information Technology) | 90 |
| Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development | MBA (Infrastructure Development and Management) MBA (Business Analytics) | 250 120 |
| Symbiosis Institute of International Business | MBA (International Business) MBA ( Agri-Business) MBA (Energy & Environment) | 60 30 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management | MBA (Telecom Management) | 150 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies | MBA | 120 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication, Pune | MBA (Communication Management) | 120 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management, Nashik | MBA (Operations Management) | 150 |
| Symbiosis Centre for Information | MBA (Information Technology Business Management) MBA (Data Science and Data Analytics) | 210 NA |
| Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences | MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management) | 90 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Bengaluru | MBA | 150 |
| Symbiosis School of Media and Communication, Bengaluru | MBA (Communication Management) | 80 |
| Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance | MBA (Banking and finance) | 50 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Hyderabad | MBA | 150 |
| Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences | MBA ( Sports Sciences) | NA |
There are many other colleges other than Symbiosis International University, that accept SNAP test scores for admissions in their colleges. These include:
- Lakshmi Narain College of Technology, Bhopal (LNCT –B)
- Suryadatta Institute of Management and Mass Communication, Pune
- Indian Institute of Management Training (IIMT), Pune
- Lotus Business School, Pune
- MIT COM, Pune
- Management Institute for Leadership and Excellence –MILE Pune
- Balaji Institute of Telecom and Management (BITM), Pune
- Badruka Institute of Foreign Trade (BIFT), Hyderabad
- NIA Business school, Noida
SNAP Cut Off 2021
Every institute and college will issue their cut-off depending upon the score of the candidates. There are some other factors also that determine the cut-off score of the SNAP. The factors are mentioned below:
- Policy for reservation of SIU campuses
- The level of difficulty for examinations
- The number of seats offered and the total number of applicants
- Cut off trends in previous years
Top MBA Colleges Accepting SNAP Score
| Name of Symbiosis College & Location | MBA Course Fee (Rs.in Lakhs) | Expected SNAP 2021 Cut off Percentile |
| SIBM (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management), Pune | 20.72 | 98 |
| SCMHRD (Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development) Pune | 20.06 | 97 |
| SIIB (Symbiosis Institute of International Business), Pune | 16.66 | 93 |
| SIBM (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management) Bangalore | 16.20 | 90 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management (SIOM) Nashik | 13.40 | 87 |
| SICSR (Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research) Pune | 8.50 | 82 |
| SIDTM (Symbiosis Institute of Digital And Telecom Management), Pune | 12.50 | 83 |
| SIMS (Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies), Pune | 8.50 | 76 |
| SIMC (Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication) Pune | 10.70 | 72 |
| SCIT (Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology), Pune | 12.00 | 75 |
| SIHS (Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences) Pune | 9.40 | 60 |
| SSMC (Symbiosis School for Media & Communication) Bangalore | 9.70 | 74 |
| SSBF (Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance), Pune | 13.60 | 65 |
| SSSS (Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences), Pune | 8.00 | 55 |
| SIBM (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management), Hyderabad | 13.20 | 60 |
| SIBM (Symbiosis Institute Of Business Management) Nagpur | 13.70 | 55 |
SNAP Selection Procedure And Scores
If the candidates qualify for the cut-off scores set by the college, then they have to undergo the selection process by every institute. The selection procedure normally consists of two rounds as mentioned below:
- Group Exercise (GE)/ Personal Interview (PI)
- Written Ability Test (WAT)
Depending upon the performance in every round by the candidates, a final merit list is prepared and launched for the selected candidates. The score for the final merit list is distributed as follows:
| Particulars | Score |
| Written Ability Test | 10 |
| Group Exercise | 10 |
| Personal Interview | 30 |
| SNAP score (scaled down to 50 marks out of 150) | 50 |
| Total | 100 |
Conclusion
Though SNAP is designed for seeking admissions in SNAP top colleges, but many other colleges accept scores from SNAP tests for providing admissions in their institute. This is an added advantage to study for the SNAP test.
Frequently Asked Questions
SNAP is a national-level exam to seek admission in MBA programs offered by Symbiosis International University and some other select colleges.
There is no age limit to apply for SNAP examinations
There is no reservation for giving the SNAP test. However, to get admission in SNAP top colleges under Symbiosis International University, a Government approved reservation policy is sanctioned as per government norms.
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