The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by Symbiosis International University (SIU) for admission to various postgraduate management programs offered by its affiliated institutes. It’s one of the most popular management entrance exams in India, attracting thousands of aspirants annually.
Eligibility Criteria for SNAP
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
- Final Year Candidates: Those in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree are also eligible, provided their results are declared before the admission process commences.
- Foreign Candidates: Foreign nationals must have completed their undergraduate degree from a recognized university, equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in India.
Institutes Accepting SNAP Scores
Over 15 institutes affiliated with Symbiosis International University accept SNAP scores for admission into their MBA programs. Some notable ones include:
- 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 Operations Management (SIOM), Nashik
Admission Process
- SNAP Exam: The first step is clearing the SNAP exam.
- Selection Rounds: Shortlisted candidates are invited for further screening rounds including group exercises (GE), written ability test (WAT), and personal interview (PI).
- Final Merit List: This is prepared based on SNAP scores (50% weightage), GE (10%), WAT (10%), and PI (30%).
Exam Structure
The SNAP exam is a 60-minute test, comprising three sections – General English, Analytical and Logical Reasoning, Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency. It follows a computer-based format with objective-type questions, and there is a negative marking of 25% for each incorrect answer.
Return on Investment (ROI)
The fees for MBA programs in Symbiosis-related institutes range from Rs. 7-15 lakhs. Graduates often secure lucrative placements, with institutes like SIBM Pune known for 100% placement records and high salary packages.
Preparation Tips
- General English: Focus on vocabulary and grammar through regular reading and practice.
- Quantitative Section: Learn simple tricks and formulae for arithmetic and algebra.
- Reasoning Section: Practice a variety of question types as this section generally doesn’t involve standard formulas.