SNAP 2025 Exam Day Guideline (Test 1): Dos, Don’ts, Items to Carry

Table of Contents
1. SNAP 2025 Exam Date and Time 
2. Official SNAP 2025 Exam Day Instructions by Symbiosis International University (SIU)
3. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Dos 
4. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Don’ts
5. SNAP Exam Day What to Carry and Not Carry 
6. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Check List 
7. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Mistakes to Avoid 
8. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Tips
9. SNAP Exam Dress Code

1. SNAP 2025 Exam Date and Time  
SNAP 2025 exam is being conducted by Symbiosis International University on three different dates on December 6, 14 and 20, 2025. SNAP 2025 Test 1 date is December 6. SNAP 2025 Exam Timings have been communicated to the candidates via their Admit Cards. Check test wise exam dates and admit card dates in the table below.

SNAP 2025 Important Dates

Check complete details on SNAP 2025 exam date and timing.

2. Official SNAP 2025 Exam Day Instructions by Symbiosis International University (SIU)
Symbiosis International University (SIU) has released SNAP Exam Day Guidelines 2025 to all the candidates registered for the exam. The instructions outline mandatory exam-day rules including carrying a printed admit card with photo, a valid government ID, and following reporting timelines. Candidates must avoid prohibited items, follow biometric and frisking procedures, and comply with dress code and conduct guidelines to avoid disqualification. Check complete SNAP Exam Day Instructions 2025 below.

• A candidate can appear for up to three tests for SNAP Test 2025. If a candidate appears for more than one test, the higher score will be considered for the final percentile calculation and there will be no normalisation.
• A unique set of questions that are framed under a specific topic across the question papers, have been statistically tested to ensure that unique types of questions are framed under a specific topic across the question papers. The normal spread will ensure that there is no unfair advantage to candidates who opt for any specific test/test combinations. However, there is no normalisation of the spread of questions across sections. Furthermore, the question papers will be normalised for the level of difficulty across the three tests. No correspondence regarding this will be entertained.
• Utmost care is taken to prepare an error-free question paper; however, if an error is detected in the question paper, the Scrutiny Committee shall take an appropriate decision after the examination, which shall be final.
• Take a colour printout of the SNAP Test 2025 Admit Card. Black and white printout will not be accepted.
• Please ensure that you arrive at your assigned Test Centre in time and occupy your assigned seat. Candidates will not be allowed to enter the test centre after cut off time. You will not be allowed to appear for SNAP Test 2025 at any other centre.
• Request for change of Test centre will NOT be entertained.
• Paste your latest passport-size colour photograph on this SNAP Test 2025 Admit Card at the place provided.
• You are required to bring an original and valid identity proof along with your SNAP Test 2025 Admit Card to the Test Centre. Any one of the following will be accepted:
  1. Voter ID Card
  2. Passport
  3. Driving License
  4. Aadhaar Card/Full Page Printout of E-Aadhaar Card
  5. PAN Card
• Soft copy of the photo ID will NOT be accepted.
• Candidates must bring their own Masks, personal hand sanitizer (50ml), a transparent water bottle, a simple ballpen, and test-related documents (Admit Card, ID Proof, etc.). No other items will be permitted inside the test centre.
• Please ensure that this SNAP Test 2025 Admit Card is stamped by the invigilator at the Test Centre when you appear for the SNAP Test 2025. Please preserve this stamped SNAP Test 2025 Admit Card for any future selection/admission processes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University). If the Admit card is lost, no duplicate Admit card will be issued.
• As part of the identification process your biometric and/or photograph will be captured at the test centre. Candidates may be asked to undergo frisking at the entry point by SECURITY PERSONNEL with Hand Held Metal Detectors (HHMD) to ensure that any Prohibited items are not carried inside the Test Centre.
• Laptops, Cell phones, Cameras, Calculators, Beepers, any electronic communication gadgets, Digital Diaries, or any pieces of paper are not allowed inside the test centre.
• Once the SNAP Test 2025 starts, you will not be allowed to leave the Computer Lab/Test Hall for any reason. Once you leave the Computer Lab/Test Hall, you will not be allowed to re-enter the Computer Lab/Test Hall.
• Candidates found violating the instructions of the test will be disqualified.
• The medium of the test is English.
• There is no facility for the safe keeping of candidates' personal belongings at the test centre and Symbiosis International (Deemed University) is not responsible for its damage or loss if any.
• It is advisable that candidates familiarize themselves with the location of the SNAP 2025 test centre in advance so that they do not experience any difficulty in reaching the same on the day of SNAP 2025.
• Any attempt to impersonate or indulge in any malpractices, intended or unintended, during the admission process would disqualify the candidate from the admission process of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) by taking appropriate legal action as deemed fit.
• In all matters concerning SNAP Test 2025, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)'s decision will be final and binding on the candidates. All disputes will be subject to the legal jurisdiction of Pune city only.

Follow these SNAP 2025 exam instructions to avoid last-minute issues at exam centre. Next, based on these Exam Day Instructions, check SNAP Exam Dos and Don’ts 2025 below.

3. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Dos 
Read and follow the important SNAP Exam Day Dos and Don’ts 2025 starting with what you must remember to do.

• Recheck Admit Card details: You should recheck your Name, SNAP Application Number, Test Centre address, exam slot and reporting time at centre and other details in your SNAP Admit Card 2025. Ensure that all your details are correct. If there is any error, contact help desk by email or phone (details given at the end of the article).
• Print and Carry your SNAP Admit Card Hard Copy: To enter SNAP exam center, you will require hard copy of your admit card with passport size photo affixed on it. If not done till now, download your SNAP Admit Card from SNAP Official Website (snaptest.org), take print on A4 size paper, fix your identical photograph in the given space on it.
• Keep your Photo ID Ready: One of the important SNAP exam day dos is that you need original copy of your Photo ID to show at the exam gate. Following photo IDs are acceptable for SNAP Exam:
  • Aadhar card
  • Voter Id card
  • Passport
  • PAN Card
  • Driving License
• Visit your SNAP Exam Centre Before Exam Day: This is an important part of SNAP exam day preparation. Use the Google map link embedded on the electronic version of the Admit card to locate the test centre and visit it before exam day. Also check for 2-3 days the approximate time it takes to reach exam centre. This will help you plan for the exam day. Identify mode of transport and commuting time at least a day before the SNAP Exam Day in order to reach the test centre on time.
• Choose Correct Dress for SNAP Day: Choose what you wish to wear on exam day well in advance. The dress should keep you comfortable throughout the exam day and should allow to sit for two hours while taking the exam. However, make sure that your dress does not violate the SNAP exam dress code given below.
• Arrive at SNAP Centre in Time: You must reach the SNAP test center as per the reporting time for your allotted exam slot. SNAP exam day instructions ask candidates to reach exam centre 90 minutes before the start time of the exam.
• Items You Can Carry Inside SNAP Test Centre: Check complete list of items you can carry and not carry to exam centre below.  Don’t carry prohibited items to avoid unnecessary last-minute stress!
• Ensure to Mark Attendance: Mark your attendance in the Form with signature when asked for, in the SNAP testing room after completion of biometrics. 

Next in the SNAP Exam Day Dos and Don’ts list is list of things that you must not do!

4. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Don’ts
After going through the exam day dos, it is also very much necessary to know what are the SNAP Exam Day Don’ts 2025. Check this list of exam day don’ts.

• Don’t carry Prohibited Articles in SNAP Exam Centre: While going to take SNAPexam, you should not carry and wear the following dresses and items:
  • Do not wear oversized Jackets or heavy Jewellery or Shoes with thick soles
  • Do not wear Garments with large Buttons
  • Do Not carry Electronic Watch, Mobile Phone, Bag, Wallets etc to the SNAPtest centre.
  • No Stationery items like Pen, Pencil, Eraser etc. are allowed in the testing hall
• Don’t Apply Mehndi or Henna: Do not apply Henna (Mehndi) on your hands (palm side). It is a very important SNAP exam day don’t for the girl candidates who apply Mehndi regularly on their palms. On the day of the test, your digital finger print scan will be captured and applying Henna (Mehndi) on palm side may be a hindrance in getting your biometrics captured. If your finger prints cannot be digitally scanned, you will not be permitted to take the test.
• Don’t Resort to Unfair Means: Do not attempt to speak or ask any thing with other candidates in the exam hall. If you do, you will run the risk of getting debarred. Each question is placed at different serial number for each test taker.

Follow these SNAP Exam Day Dos and Don’ts 2025 to have a hassle-free exam day experience. Next, check out list of things to carry and not carry to SNAP Test Centre.

5. SNAP Exam Day What to Carry and Not Carry 
An essential part of SNAP Exam Day Dos and Don’ts 2025 is that you should remember to carry required items, and must not carry prohibited items. Read SNAP Exam Day What to Carry and Not Carry 2025 in the following section.

SNAP Exam What to Carry?

• SNAP2025 Admit Card
• Photo Identity Proof
• Stationary
• Water Bottle 

SNAPExam What Not to Carry? 

• Watch and Calculators
• Mobile phones or any other electronic gadgets
• Wallet, Purse or other items

Any candidate found with any of these items inside the exam hall will be disqualified and debarred from the exam. 

6. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Check List 
If you want a handy SNAP exam day check list 2025 to help you prepared for the D-day, here is the SNAP Exam Check List 2025 for you. 

1. Recheck all details on the admit card
2. Print and carry a hard copy of the admit card
3. Carry a valid government photo ID
4. Wear simple and comfortable clothes (avoid metallic items, thick-soled shoes, heavy jackets or jewellery)
5. Reach the exam centre well before reporting time
6. Locate your exam hall and assigned seat
7. Carry only the allowed items: Admit Card, Photo ID, Water bottle (if permitted)
8. Do not carry mobile phones, electronic gadgets, watches, calculators, stationery, wallets, purses, books or bags
9. Do not apply mehndi/henna on hands as it may interfere with biometrics
10. Follow all SNAP exam day instructions and guidelines at the centre

7. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Mistakes to Avoid 
Many students score less than their potential not because of lack of preparation, but due to avoidable errors under pressure. Keeping these SNAP 2025 Exam Day Mistakes to Avoid will help you stay calm and perform better:

• Avoid arriving late at the exam centre.
• Avoid forgetting your printed admit card or valid photo ID.
• Avoid wearing restricted items like metal accessories, smartwatches or thick-soled shoes.
• Avoid spending too much time on a single difficult question.
• Avoid panicking and randomly marking answers without proper reasoning.

8. SNAP 2025 Exam Day Tips
Finally, follow these exam day tips to make sure you are totally ready for the exam. 

• Recheck Admit Card Details: Thoroughly verify your Name, Application Number, Test Centre address, Slot, and Reporting Time on your Admit Card 2025.
• Print and Affix Photo: You must carry a hard copy printout of your Admit Card on A4 paper with a passport-sized photograph affixed to the designated spot. The photo must be identical to the one uploaded during registration.
• Carry Original Photo ID: Bring the original copy of a valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving License) for verification at the gate.
• Visit the Centre in Advance: Locate your test centre days before the exam using the Google Map link provided on the admit card. Plan your mode of transport and commuting time to ensure you arrive punctually.
• Arrive Early: Reach the test centre strictly as per the reporting time mentioned on your admit card, which is 90 minutes before the exam start time, to complete necessary security and biometric checks.
• Dress Code Compliance: Wear simple, comfortable clothing that adheres to the dress code given above. Avoid garments with large buttons, heavy jewellery, or thick-soled footwear.
• Mark Attendance and Biometrics: Once inside the testing room, ensure your digital fingerprint scan is successfully captured and you mark your attendance on the form with your signature. Failure to do so may result in being marked absent.
• Do Not Carry Prohibited Items: Leave all electronic gadgets (mobile phones, watches), bags, wallets, and any stationery items (pen, pencil, paper) outside the centre. Only permitted items (Admit Card, ID) are allowed.

9. SNAP Exam Dress Code
Candidates taking the SNAPexam should note that there is no official SNAPdress code. However, Symbiosis International University (SIU) has issued some important instructions for candidates taking SNAP2025 exam that relate to dress. 

They must NOT wear any jewellery or other items containing metal. Shoes / footwear with thick soles and garments with large buttons are NOT permitted. Keep these instructions in mind, candidates should wear a dress that will keep them comfortable throughout the exam day and is appropriate for the city’s weather. 

In summary, SNAP Exam Guidelines 2025 are important Dos and Don’ts are instructions issued by Symbiosis International University (SIU) to guide candidates SNAP Exam 2025 on December 6, 14, and 20. Read complete SNAP 2025 Exam Day Dos and Don’ts, and Guidelines in the article below. Also check what to carry and not carry to SNAP exam center. Download SNAP 2025 exam day Dos & Don’ts PDF and SNAP 2025 Exam Day Guidelines PDF from the links above.