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SNAP: Exam Pattern, Dates, Eligibility and Fees
SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) is conducted by Symbiosis Test Secretariat, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune and is used for mBA admission to the Symbiosis institutes, such as SIBM Pune and SCMHRD. It has 4 sections in 60 minutes. Every detail below links to the official notice it comes from.
By ProCounsel Editorial TeamReviewed by ProCounsel counselling teamLast updated 12 Nov 2026
Official sources only · last verified 12 Nov 2026
Official SNAP websiteWhat are the important SNAP dates?
| SNAP 2026 registration and payment closes | 25 Nov 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Admit card available - SNAP 01 | 7 Dec 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Admit card available - SNAP 02 | 11 Dec 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Admit card available - SNAP 03 | 18 Dec 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| SNAP 01 (CBT) | 13 Dec 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| SNAP 02 (CBT) | 19 Dec 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| SNAP 03 (CBT) | 26 Dec 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Announcement of result | 12 Jan 2027Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Result available on snaptest.org until | 12 Feb 2027Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
All MBA 2027 admission deadlines, with colleges’ own application dates
What is the SNAP exam pattern?
| Section | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 10 | — |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 20 | — |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency | 20 | — |
| Ethics, Morality and Values | 10 | — |
| Total time | 60 min |
Marking: 1 mark per correct answer (total 60 marks). Each wrong answer attracts 25% negative marks. No penalty for unattempted questions is stated officially.
Objective test, each question has four responses. No sectional time limits stated; the candidate may attempt any section in any order. PwD candidates get 20 minutes compensatory time per hour. SIU states schedules and the nature/structure of the test can change at its discretion. Test timings are communicated via admit cards.
Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026
What does SNAP test?
- General English
- Analytical & Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
- Ethics, Morality and Values
Who can take SNAP, and how is it run?
| Exam cycle | SNAP 2026Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Conducted by | Symbiosis Test Secretariat, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), PuneSource: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) at test centresSource: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| How often it is held | Up to three tests per cycle (December 13, 19 and 26, 2026); if more than one is taken, the higher score is considered for the final percentile and there is no normalizationSource: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Eligibility | Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). Some programmes have additional programme-specific requirements (e.g. engineering degree, work experience, 65% for SSBF dual degrees).Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Score validity | SNAP 2026 score is valid only for admission to selected programmes of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for the academic year 2027-28.Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
What is the SNAP application fee?
| SNAP registration fee (per test; government taxes additional as applicable) | ₹2,550Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Programme registration fee (per programme; government taxes additional as applicable) | ₹1,000Source: SNAP 2026 Bulletin· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
Which colleges accept SNAP?
Institutes the exam body names:
- Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Pune
- Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of Digital and Telecom Management (SIDTM), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC), Pune
- Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS), Pune
- Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance (SSBF), Pune
- Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS), Pune
- Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts and Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS), Pune
- Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management (SIOM), Nashik
- Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Bengaluru
- Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Hyderabad
- Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Nagpur
- Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, NOIDA
Frequently asked questions
What is the SNAP exam pattern?
SNAP has 4 sections: General English; Analytical & Logical Reasoning; Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency; Ethics, Morality and Values, 60 questions in all, in 60 minutes. Marking: 1 mark per correct answer (total 60 marks). Each wrong answer attracts 25% negative marks. No penalty for unattempted questions is stated officially.
Who can take SNAP?
Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). Some programmes have additional programme-specific requirements (e.g. engineering degree, work experience, 65% for SSBF dual degrees).
How long is a SNAP score valid?
SNAP 2026 score is valid only for admission to selected programmes of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for the academic year 2027-28.
How are SNAP results used for admission?
Result is declared on snaptest.org on January 12, 2027 and available until February 12, 2027; the score card printout is the candidate's official result and scores are not subject to appeal or revaluation. Candidates must have registered and paid separately for each programme. Each institute shortlists for its Group Exercise and Personal Interaction (GE-PI) based on overall SNAP percentile, with separate cut-offs per programme; GE-PI dates are on institute websites and all components must be attended. Merit list out of 100: SNAP score scaled to 50, GE 10, PI 40. Category-wise merit/wait-list cut-offs are displayed on institute websites; wait-list movement depends on vacant seats; admission is provisional until fee payment.
Sources
Official documents used on this page, last checked on 12 Nov 2026.
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