SNAP Exam 2026

The SNAP UG 2026 (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) is a premier entrance examination for students seeking admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate management programs. Below are the key highlights for the 2026 session:

• Exam Name: SNAP UG 2026
• Conducting Body: Symbiosis International (Deemed University)
• Exam Level: National Level
• Mode of Exam: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Frequency: Multiple sessions (usually three)
• Total Marks: 60
• Duration: 60 Minutes

Candidates must stay updated with the official timeline for SNAP 2026. The following is the tentative schedule:

• Online Registration Starts: August 2025
• Registration Deadline: November 2025
• Admit Card Release: December 2025
• SNAP 2026 Exam Dates: Multiple slots in December 2025 and January 2026
• Result Declaration: January 2026

SNAP is a common mandatory entrance test for admission to all the Post Graduate and specific Under Graduate programs offered by the institutes of Symbiosis International (Deemed University). It is designed to test the aptitude of candidates in areas like logical reasoning, English proficiency, and quantitative skills.

The full form of SNAP is the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test. It serves as the primary gateway for students aspiring to join one of the many prestigious institutes under the Symbiosis umbrella across India.

Over the last decade, the SNAP exam has evolved from a paper-based format to a fully Computer Based Test (CBT). In recent years, the exam duration was reduced from 120 minutes to 60 minutes, focusing on speed and accuracy. The number of questions has also been streamlined to 60, making it one of the most competitive time-pressured exams in India.

Eligibility criteria for SNAP 2026 are as follows:

• Educational Qualification: Graduate from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% for SC/ST).
• Final Year Students: Candidates appearing for final year examinations can also apply, provided their admission is subject to obtaining the minimum required marks.
• Nationality: Indian citizens, NRIs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible to apply.

The application process for SNAP 2026 is entirely online:

• Visit the official website snaptest.org.
• Register as a new user and generate a SNAP ID and Password.
• Upload a recent scanned color photograph.
• Pay the SNAP Test Registration Fee of approximately INR 2250 per test.
• Select the specific institutes and programs you wish to apply for and pay the additional program fee.

The SNAP 2026 exam covers the following core subjects:

• General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability.
• Analytical & Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Arrangements.
• Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Graphs, and Charts.

The SNAP 2026 Syllabus is divided into three main sections:

• General English: Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies, Grammar, Idioms, and Sentence Correction.
• Analytical & Logical Reasoning: Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Critical Reasoning, and Number Series.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Number Systems, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Time and Work, and Probability.

The SNAP 2026 Exam Pattern is structured as follows:

• Mode: Online (CBT)
• Total Questions: 60 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• General English: 15 Questions
• Analytical & Logical Reasoning: 25 Questions
• Quantitative & DI: 20 Questions
• Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer, -0.25 for incorrect answer.

The admission process involves multiple stages:

• Stage 1: Appear for the SNAP 2026 Entrance Test.
• Stage 2: Shortlisting based on SNAP percentiles.
• Stage 3: Participation in GE-PIWAT (Group Exercise, Personal Interaction, and Writing Ability Test).
• Stage 4: Final Merit List declaration.

While SNAP is primarily for Symbiosis International University, several institutes participate including:

• SIBM (Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Nagpur)
• SCMHRD (Pune)
• SIIB (Pune)
• SIOM (Nashik)
• SICSR (Pune)

The SNAP 2026 Results will be announced on the official portal in January 2026. Candidates can download their scorecards using their login credentials. The scorecard will display the sectional scores as well as the overall percentile achieved.

Once the results are declared, each participating Symbiosis institute will release its individual cut-off marks. Shortlisted candidates must then register for the GE-PIWAT rounds of the specific institutes they applied for during the registration phase.

Unlike centralized counseling like JoSAA or MCC, SNAP counseling is institute-specific. It involves:

• Individual registration for GE-PIWAT at the respective institute's website.
• Document verification during the Personal Interaction round.
• Payment of admission fees after being selected in the merit list.

The SNAP 2026 Cut Off varies by institute. Generally, top-tier institutes like SIBM Pune and SCMHRD require a percentile of 97-98+. Mid-tier institutes usually have cut-offs ranging from 80 to 90 percentile.

For queries regarding the examination, candidates can reach out to the helpdesk:

• Address: Symbiosis Test Secretariat, Gram: Lavale, Tal: Mulshi, Dist: Pune - 412115
• Phone: +91-20-61936226/27
• Email: info@snaptest.org
• Official Website: www.snaptest.org