SNAP Exam Pattern 2024: Latest Paper Pattern & Difficulty Level

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SNAP Exam Pattern

SNAP Exam Pattern: The SNAP 2024 exam pattern has been established by Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU). Like other MBA entrance exams, it features a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format with a time limit, but it is particularly user-friendly. The SNAP exam 2024 comprises three sections: General English (GE), Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency (QA, DI-DS), and Analytical & Logical Reasoning (A-LR). Below is an overview of the SNAP 2024 exam pattern, including details on section-wise weightage, the marking scheme, and the sectional time limits.

Features Details 
Exam NameSymbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP)
Conducting BodySymbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU)
SyllabusGeneral EnglishQuantitative-Data Interpretation & Data SufficiencyAnalytical & Logical Reasoning
SNAP Exam DatesDecember 2024 
Exam LevelNational
No. of Test Cities94
Exam FrequencyOnce a year (three attempts)
Exam ModeOnline
Exam FeesINR 2,250
Exam Duration60 minutes
Exam Pattern60 questions in MCQ format
LanguageEnglish
Number of Candidates1.25 Lakhs ( in 2023)
PurposeAdmission to SIU-affiliated colleges and 20 other institutes
Course OfferedMBA/PGDM
Official Websitehttps://www.snaptest.org/
Helpdesk No.020-39116226

The official link for the SNAP exam pattern details is given right below:

SNAP Exam Pattern 2024 (Direct Link)

SNAP Exam Pattern 2024

The SNAP exam was held annually, but starting in 2020, it expanded to three sessions. This change allows candidates to undertake the SNAP test thrice a year to enhance their scores. To excel in the SNAP 2024 exam, candidates must know about the updated SNAP exam pattern and marking scheme outlined below:

SNAP Exam StructureDetails
Number of sectionsGeneral English, Quantitative-Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, Analytical & Logical Reasoning
Negative Marking-0.25
Duration of exam60 minutes
Number of questions60
Number of attempts Two
Total marks60
Language of paperEnglish
Marks per questions1
Mode of examinationComputer-based

Also Read: 19+ Top MBA Colleges Accepting SNAP Scores

SNAP Exam Pattern 2024: Marking Scheme

The SNAP question paper contains three sections. It is important to answer questions from all three sections to achieve a respectable overall score. Therefore, opting to skip difficult questions rather than attempting them unsuccessfully is a safer strategy.

SectionQuestionsMarks Per
Correct Answer
Total Marks
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability15115
Analytical & Logical Reasoning25125
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency20120
Total6060

SNAP Exam Pattern 2024: Difficulty Level

The SNAP exam is effortless and can be finished within 60 minutes. Since there are no sectional time restrictions, candidates have the flexibility to allocate their time according to their strengths and weaknesses. It is not necessary to answer every question; candidates can focus on solving only the questions they are confident about. Below is a table outlining the latest structure and section-wise difficulty level of the SNAP exam for 2024, provided for reference.

SNAP SectionsNo. of QuestionsDifficulty Level
General English15Easy to Moderate
Analytical & Logical Reasoning25Easy
Quantitative, DI & DS20Tough
Total60Easy

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FAQs

Is SNAP a tough exam?

In comparing SNAP and NMAT, both exams generally fall within the moderate to difficult range in terms of overall difficulty. However, the difficulty of individual sections varies between them. SNAP tends to have more demanding Quantitative and General Awareness sections, whereas NMAT’s Logical Reasoning section is generally seen as easier.

Do you think SNAP ask GK questions?

The current SNAP exam structure contains three sections: General English, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative-Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency. The exam consists of 60 questions, which must be completed within a 60-minute timeframe. Notably, the General Awareness section was removed from the exam in 2020.

What is the cut-off for the SNAP exam?

In the SNAP exams for 2022, 2021, and 2020, SIBM Pune consistently had the highest cut-off scores. SIBM Bangalore’s cut-off remained steady at the 90th percentile for both 2021 and 2022. SCMHRD had a cut-off score of 96 in 2021, while in 2022, it fluctuated between 94 and 96.

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