SNAP EXAM 2023

 The  full form of SNAP is Symbiosis National Aptitude Test   (SNAP) conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU].

SNAP is a common  National Level Entrance Test. SNAP is mandatory for the candidates willing to join a Symbiosis MBA programme offered by any Institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU].

 Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP 2023) is a Computer Based Test (CBT)   

With a single test SNAP, MBA aspirant has choice to choose from 26 different MBA Programmes across 15 different Institutes under Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU].

Eligibility criteria for SNAP

Applicant should be Graduate in any stream from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance and must secure a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade in Graduation. The graduation marks cutoff has further been relaxed till 45% marks or equivalent grade for applicants belonging from Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes category. Applicants appearing for final year graduation examinations can also apply, but their admission will be subject to obtaining a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade in final mark sheet of graduation. (45% or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes).Applicant completing graduation from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

List of The Institutes Accepting SNAP 2023 TEST Score

 SNAP TEST REGISTRATION FEE PAYMENT PROCESS

SNAP Test  registration fee is of Rs. 2250/- per test . SNAP Test registration fee and programme registration fee of the Institute is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Payment via Online Mode-

Candidate may pay the same on the website for Payment of SNAP Test registration fee.

Payment Through Demand Draft-

Applicant can Submit a Demand Draft (DD) of INR 2250/- per test from any Nationalized Bank in favour of “Symbiosis Test Secretariat” payable at Pune.

Applicant has to Choose the mode of Payment as ‘DD Payment’ in ‘Make Payment’ Tab. Applicant needs to take a print of the payment advice form, fill in the DD Details, sign and send it along with the DD to the Symbiosis Test Secretariat only at,

Symbiosis Test Secretariat

Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

Gram : Lavale, Tal : Mulshi, Dist : Pune – 412115

Phone : +91-20-61936226/27

The Symbiosis Test Secretariat (STS) will authenticate the details of Demand Draft and will send an email confirming the payment to the applicant. Only after the realisation of payment, applicant will be able to view your Admit Card.

SNAP 2023 Registration

Website – https://www.snaptest.org

SNAP Application Process

How to Apply for SNAP

To apply for SNAP candidate has to go through the following steps

Step-I

Applicant must Register for SNAP 2023 Test,

Step-II

Applicant should pay the registration fee for SNAP,

Step-III

Applicant must Register for her/his choice of programme(s) offered by any Institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU].

Step-IV

Applicant must pay the registration fee, separately for each programme under any Institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU].

The registration process (including the payment of the registration fee) for SNAP and Institutes under Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU] is integrated. A candidate can complete the SNAP as well as programme registration under any Institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) [SIU](as well as pay the registration fee) on the same portal (snaptest.org).

Dates of SNAP TEST 2023

SNAP TEST 2023 will be conducted on three different dates across different cities. Applicants should  note the test dates and the respective test timings .

CITIES WHERE SNAP TEST 2023 WILL BE CONDUCTED

SNAP TEST 2023 will be conducted in 94 cities all over India.

SNAP TEST 2023 STRUCTURE 

IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT SNAP TEST 2023

• SNAP TEST 2023 will be a computer-based test.
• SNAP TEST 2023 will have Multiple Choice Questions. For Each question there will be four responses. Applicant should choose the correct answer. Each wrong answer attracts 25% negative marks.
• SNAP TEST 2023 will be of One Hour duration( 60 minutes).
• A candidate can appear for a maximum of two tests in SNAP 2023. If a candidate appears for two tests, the   higher score    will be considered for final percentile calculation.
• If shortlisted for a programme applied to, the candidate would then need to participate in the further Symbiosis admission process (GE-PIWAT) of that particular programme.

SNAP 2023  TIME TABLE

 REGISTRATION FOR SNAP 2023 

• Applicants must Register for the SNAP online entrance test online on the website snaptest.org  from23^rd August 2023 to 23rd November 2023 . 
• Applicant must Upload your latest scanned colour passport size photo at the time of online registration for SNAP Test. The photograph should not be more than three months old.
• Applicant must ensure that the information given to SNAP Authority is accurate.
• SNAP authority will not entertain any request for a change of test date or test city once the applicant has paid the SNAP TEST 2023 registration fee. Test City and Test Date are allocated on a first come first serve basis. The earlier an applicant pays registration fees, the higher is the chance to obtain a test date and test city as preference of applicant. The Test Centre and its address will be printed on the Admit Card. (The Admit Card will be live on SNAP website  snaptest.org from 4^th December 2023 till 9^th December 2023).

SHORTLISTING AND SELECTION PROCESS – AFTER SNAP 2023

ENTRANCE TEST

A candidate will be shortlisted for further Symbiosis admission process (GE-PIWAT) based on her/his overall SNAP Percentile. Applicant should check the respective Institute website for information and dates of GE-PIWAT.

The further admission process is conducted separately for each programme by each Institute. The cut-off for shortlisting is also calculated separately for each programme. Based on her/his overall SNAP percentile, a particular applicant may get shortlisted for more than one programme. In such a scenario the candidate is expected to participate in the GE-PIWAT for each programme separately.

 MERIT LIST DECLARATION AND ADMISSION

Merit list will be based on the following parameters:

• SNAP Score
• Group Exercise (GE)
• Personal Interaction(PI)
• Writing Ability Test (WAT

Category-wise cut off for Merit List and Wait List will be displayed on the website of the respective Institutes. Wait list movement depends upon the vacant seats available.

The admission or seat booking done based on merit list is provisional and will be confirmed on payment of fees on or before the due date and subject to fulfilment of eligibility conditions of the respective programme(s) and in accordance with the rules of the SIU.

When will the SNAP Exam be conducted?

The SNAP exam schedule has been announced, and the registration process began on August 23, 2023. This year, the SNAP exam will be conducted on three dates: December 10th, December 17th, and December 22nd, 2023.

Important FAQs Regarding SNAP

What is the fee for SNAP 2023?

The fee for appearing in the SNAP Exam is Rs. 2250. If you wish to appear for the SNAP Exam twice, the fee will be Rs. 4500, and for three attempts, it will be Rs. 6750. Additionally, to apply to each individual Symbiosis college, there is a fee of Rs. 1000 per program.

How many times is the SNAP exam conducted in a year?

The SNAP exam is conducted once a year, and you have three attempts to appear for the exam.

Which is the conducting body for the SNAP exam?

The SNAP exam is conducted by Symbiosis International University.

What is the last date to fill the SNAP exam form?

The last date to submit the SNAP exam application form is November 23, 2023.

Does the SNAP exam have negative marking?

Yes, the SNAP exam has negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.

What is the full name of SNAP?

The full name of SNAP is Symbiosis National Aptitude Test.

What is the syllabus of the SNAP exam?

The SNAP exam consists of three sections: a. General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability b. Analytical & Logical Reasoning c. Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

Is SNAP a computer-based exam?

Yes, the SNAP exam is conducted online.

What is the duration of the SNAP exam?

The duration of the SNAP exam is 60 minutes.