SNAP exam pattern has changed over the last few years. This article will teach you all the facts of SNAP exam pattern 2025 and marking scheme.
SNAP 2025
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a gateway to MBA programs at 16 Symbiosis institutes, which are components of Symbiosis International University (SIU). Each year, more than 60,000 applicants apply to SNAP and compete against one another over the few available spots. The exam is not as tough as other competitive entrances such as CAT and XAT, but there is fierce competition considering the fact that there are only a few affiliated institutes.
SNAP Important Dates 2025
Registrations for SNAP 2025 are ongoing and close on November 20, 2025 (Thursday). The following table provides the details of SNAP exam dates 2025.
Event |
Dates |
SNAP 2025 Registrations End |
November 20, 2025 (Thursday) |
Admit Card Release |
To be released on www.snaptest.org |
SNAP Exam Dates |
Test 1: November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Test 2: December 08, 2025 (Monday)
Test 3: December 15, 2025 (Monday) |
SNAP Computer-Based Test (CBT) Dates |
Test 1: December 06, 2025 (Saturday)
Test 2: December 14, 2025 (Sunday)
Test 3: December 20, 2025 (Saturday) |
Result Announcement |
January 09, 2026 (Friday) |
SNAP Exam Pattern 2025: Overview
SNAP is a computer-based objective test of 60 minutes. The
Exam pattern consists of three sections and the candidate has a complete choice to move between sections.
The following table displays the features of SNAP test pattern 2025:
Number of Sections |
3 |
Mode |
Computer-Based |
Marks Per Question |
+1 for every correct answer |
Number of questions |
60 questions |
Total Marks |
60 marks |
Negative Marking |
25% deducted for each wrong answer |
Duration |
1 hour |
SNAP Exam Pattern 2025: Sectional Break-up
The given table shows the section-wise details of the latest SNAP paper pattern:
Section
|
No. of Questions
|
Total Marks
|
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability
|
15
|
15
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning
|
25
|
25
|
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
|
20
|
20
|
Total
|
60
|
60 |
NOTE: Symbiosis Institutes do not consider any sectional cut-offs. So, you have the advantage of working on your strong areas and maximising your score in the overall exam.
Important Information about SNAP 2025
- SNAP is conducted in three sessions (three exam dates: November 28, 2025 (Friday); December 08, 2025 (Monday); December 15, 2025 (Monday); with CBT dates on December 06, 2025 (Saturday); December 14, 2025 (Sunday); December 20, 2025 (Saturday)).
- There are no individual sectional time limits in SNAP.
- Candidates can appear for SNAP in all three sessions and the best of the attempts will be considered for the selection process. Registration for all three times has to be done together by November 20, 2025 (Thursday). For each attempt at SNAP 2025, the candidate has to deposit the application fee (Rs. 2250/-).
- SNAP result is available in online mode only. So, once the results are announced on January 09, 2026 (Friday), candidates are required to check the official website (www.snaptest.org).
FAQs about SNAP Exam Pattern 2025
1. Is SNAP a difficult exam?
No, SNAP is not really difficult. Compared to exams like CAT and XAT, SNAP is much easier to crack.
2. How many questions are in the SNAP exam?
There are a total of 60 questions in SNAP.
3. What is a good SNAP exam score?
The topmost institutes associated with SIU have a cut-off of 90 percentile and above. So, it is best to target a percentile of 95-97, in order to get into a reputed B-school.
4. Is there GK in SNAP?
No, the GK section didn't appear in SNAP since 2019.
5. Is it easy to get 90 percentile in SNAP?
Yes, you can conveniently get a percentile of 90 or above in SNAP, if you prepare with complete focus and right resources and follow a disciplined study schedule.