SNAP is short for Symbiosis National Aptitude test. Scores of SNAP is essential for admission into the postgraduate institutes of the Symbiosis International University. Short listed candidates will then have to clear the individual selection process of the Symbiosis Institute from where they desire to undertake their higher education. This test is held under the guidance of SIEC Deemed University.

Test Format

SNAP Test consists of 150 objective type questions. Every question lists 4 responses out of which you have to select the right answer. For every wrong answer, 25% marks will be deducted. The duration of SNAP Test is 120 minutes.

SNAP Test consists of 4 sections which are explained in the table given below-

SNAP Test Eligibility Criteria

You should be a graduate from a recognised university with a minimum score of 50%. For candidates belonging to SC/ST category a score of 45% in graduation is essential to apply for the SNAP test.
SNAP Test Registration Procedure

• You can register online at www.snaptest.org. You can generate your ID card through this by selecting the payment option and submitting the application fees of Rs. 800

• The registration process generally takes place in the month of April

SNAP Test Mode Of Payment

• Cash

• Demand Draft

• Online Payment through Credit Card

Please note - Application fees is non-refundable. Currently, the application fees is Rs. 800 (subject to change).

Tips and Strategies

Symbiosis National Aptitude test or SNAP test follows the pattern of the CAT entrance test. SNAP test is quiet competitive in nature considering the number of students undertaking it. Read the points mentioned below to make the journey to the Symbiosis Institute easier and successful.

• To begin with, list down all the topics to be covered. Systematic preparation is essential for SNAP as it deals with varied topics

• Review previous years SNAP test. This gives you an accurate idea about the kind of questions and the difficulty level of the exam

• Remember hard work really is the key to success. There is no substitute for regular and consistent practice

• Start revising with the topics you have a good understanding of. Skip the complex subjects or topics for later

• A thorough understanding of the basics is important especially for clearing the mathematics section. You should focus on the process that leads to the correct answer

• Read a lot of newspapers, magazines and even short stories or books. Devoting at least half an hour to reading will help in increasing your reading speed

• For ensuring that you perform well in the English comprehension section, it is advised that you read the editorial section of a renowned newspaper. After the first reading make a summary of it in not more than 4-5 lines. Re-read the editorial again to cross-check that you have not missed any main points

• From the same editorial you can mark unfamiliar words and check the dictionary for their meaning

• Data interpretation questions involve extensive graphs and data. The best and only way to understand and easily comprehend these questions is to regularly practice for this section

• Take as many mock SNAP tests as you can. This will help build speed and give you the true picture of how prepared you are for the final hurdle. However, start with mock SNAP test only when you have got a good understanding of the basics

SNAP - Important Dates

Date for receipt of forms : November

Date of entrance exam : December

Date of result : January