SNAP 2025: Exam Dates, Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation, Mock Tests

Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, popularly known as SNAP, is the mandatory MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to 17 Symbiosis Institutes including SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune and SIBM Bangalore. The top MBA colleges accepting SNAP 2025 scores have consistent 100% placement record with high salary. For example, in placement 2024, the average salary at SIBM Pune is Rs. 28.16 LPA, and SCMHRD Pune average salary is Rs. 23.71 LPA.

SNAP exam is quite different from CAT 2025 or XAT 2026 exam due to its much shorter duration (60 mins) and lesser number of questions (60 questions). Overall, SNAP exam difficulty level is comparatively lower than difficulty level of CAT and XAT. 

SNAP exam is a unique MBA entrance exam in India and quite different from other exams. Check key highlights of the exam in table below.

SNAP 2025 exam will be conducted by Symbiosis International University on three different dates in December 2025. Based on last year’s exam dates, expected SNAP 2025 exam dates are mentioned below.

SNAP Eligibility Criteria is given below.

• Education Qualification: 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) at graduation.
• Candidates in final year of their Graduation are also eligible to apply for SNAP exam
• Age Limit: There is no minimum of maximum age limit for taking SNAP exam

In addition, there are specific eligibility criteria for different MBA colleges. 

Taking SNAP exam is mandatory for apply to MBA programs offered by 17 different MBA colleges under Symbiosis University. In addition to registering for SNAP Test, candidates should additionally register for MBA programs offered by Symbiosis MBA Institutes. The registration process (including the payment of the registration fee) for SNAP and Institutes can be completed on SNAP official website: snaptest.org. SNAP 2025 Registration and SNAP college form filling can be done in following steps:

• Log on to the SNAP official website: snaptest.org
• Click on the option “Apply for Symbiosis MBA via SNAP 2025”
• Go to 'Register' option
• Enter personal details, exam sessions (1 or 2) and test cities
• Upload scanned passport size photograph
• Pay fees of Rs 2,250
• After this registration, you should fill rest of the SNAP application form with academic details and college/course selection.
• Pay Rs 1,000 per college/course.

SNAP exam pattern 2025 is divided into three sections with total 60 questions, to be solved in 60 minutes. Sections in SNAP exam pattern are: a) General English, b) Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency and c) Analytical & Logical Reasoning. Each Section has different number of questions and there is no section wise time limit. Based on previous year’s exam pattern, no questions on reading comprehension and data interpretation are asked.Check detailed break up below.

SNAP Marking Pattern 2025 
SNAP 2025 marking scheme offers +1 mark for each correct answer and 0.25 negative marking for each incorrect answer.

Note that above exam pattern is based on SNAP 2024 paper. SNAP pattern has undergone some changes in previous years. In 2017, SNAP changed its exam format as Computer Based Test from earlier Paper Based Test. The SNAP 2019 exam structure was changed again with fewer number of questions. The SNAP Test 2020 structure was changed further due to Covid-19 pandemic to 60 questions and one hour duration exam which is being followed for last five years.

You can download SNAP Exam Pattern 2025 PDF by clicking on link below. 

SNAP 2025 Syllabus is different from other management entrance tests. It is a speed-based MBA entrance exam. Based on previous year papers, check SNAP Section-wise Syllabus 2025 below.

SNAP Syllabus 2025: General English Section
SNAP General English section questions are mostly based on verbal aptitude, reading comprehension, and verbal reasoning. To prepare well, you should cover following topics:  

1. Reading Comprehension
2. Verbal Reasoning
3. Verbal Ability including Analogies
4. Grammar
5. Antonym-Synonym
6. Para jumbles
7. Fill in the Blanks
8. Similar Sounding Words

SNAP Syllabus 2025: Quantitative, Data interpretation & Data Sufficiency Section
The section covers basis of athematic, algebra and geometry. SNAP quant questions are easier than CAT and XAT. However, because of the time limit, candidates need to practice and build great speed in this area. Syllabus for this section includes following topics.

1. Trigonometry
2. Geometry
3. Algebra
4. Arithmetic
5. Column Graphs
6. Pie Chart

SNAP Syllabus 2025: Analytical & Logical Reasoning
The problem in SNAP sections related to standard logical reasoning questions. Syllabus for this section includes following topics.

1. Coding and Decoding
2. Missing Sequence
3. Blood Relations
4. Directions
5. Syllogisms
6. Puzzles

SNAP exam is a high-speed MBA entrance exam with 60 questions to be solved in just 60 minutes. It assesses speed of thinking, as well as accuracy across three main sections. To perform well, candidates must adopt following smart preparation strategy that balances speed with accuracy. Check these SNAP 2025 Preparation tips below.

• General English Preparation Tips: Focus on building strong reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Practice sentence correction, fill-in-the-blanks, and vocabulary-based questions like synonyms and antonyms. Reading newspapers and editorials regularly will help improve comprehension speed and word familiarity.
   
• Analytical & Logical Reasoning Tips: This is the most important section in SNAP and includes topics like puzzles, blood relations, series, arrangements, and coding-decoding. Daily practice is key to scoring well. 
   
• Quantitative, DI & DS Tips: Give priority to basic Arithmetic topics like percentages, profit & loss, time & work, and averages as they carry significant weight. For Data Interpretation, practice questions involving bar graphs, tables, and pie charts with time limits. Learn shortcut tricks and mental math techniques to save time in calculations.
   
• Mock Tests & Revision Strategy: Regularly take full-length SNAP mock tests to improve your exam stamina and identify weak areas. Analyze each mock to understand your mistakes and focus your revision accordingly. Take free online SNAP Mock Tests 2025 on MBAUniverse.com.

SNAP 2025 Admit Card is a mandatory document required to be carried on test day to exam centers. Candidates must print a Colour copy of the Admit card. B&W copies are not be allowed. Candidates can download their Admit Card by accessing their login on exam Website. SNAP admit card includes following information. Check sample admit card below.  

• Admission Category
• SNAP ID
• Test date and session timing
• Test City and centre address
• Entrance Test Seat Number

MBA Colleges Accepting SNAP 2205 scores are 17 MBA Colleges under Symbiosis International Deemed University. Top SNAP Colleges are SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune, SIBM Bangalore and SIOM Nasik. Check their Cut Offs below. 

SNAP 2025 Mock Tests are an excellent preparation tool. If you are looking for free high quality SNAP Mock Tests, check SNAP Mock Tests available on MBAUniverse.com. They are 100% based on Previous Years Actual SNAP Papers. Taking these SNAP online mocks will help you in many ways, like getting SNAP exam paper feel and understanding difficulty level. 

SNAP Test 2025 will be conducted in 80 cities all over India. Check detailed list below.

In conclusion, SNAP Exam 2025 is an important National Level MBA Entrance test for MBA admission in 17 Symbiosis MBA colleges. MBAUniverse.com will continue to update this page to highlight latest updates and other exam announcements. So, bookmark this page for your SNAP exam preparation.