SNAP 2025 admit card yet to release with exam eminent. Check key highlights

The SNAP 2025 (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) official schedule is live, confirming exam dates and admit card release. The highly competitive exam will be held on December 6, 14, and 20, 2025, offering candidates three attempts. Admit cards will be released in three phases starting November 28 for Test 1. Aspirants must strictly adhere to the mandatory requirements: a color printout, affixed recent photograph, and an original photo ID. Preparation strategies must now focus on the revised 60-minute, 60-question pattern to secure admission to top Symbiosis MBA colleges.

The Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) has officially confirmed the schedule for the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Test 2025, the mandatory entrance examination for admission into all Symbiosis MBA programmes. With the registration window recently closed (on November 20, 2025), the focus has now shifted entirely to the exam dates and the phased release of the crucial SNAP 2025 Admit Card.

​The SNAP Test, renowned for its speed-focused format, is strategically conducted on three separate dates—December 6, December 14, and December 20, 2025—allowing candidates to appear for up to all three attempts. The best score among all attempts will be considered for shortlisting for the Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI), and Writing Ability Test (WAT) rounds. Aspirants vying for flagship programs at institutions like SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, and SIIB must be prepared to download their admit cards according to the announced schedule and finalize their preparation strategies for this high-stakes, 60-minute test.

​Key Dates and Mandatory Admit Card Requirements

​The admit card release has been phased to align with the three separate test dates. Aspirants need to download the document corresponding to the specific test date(s) they selected during registration.

• ​Phased Admit Card Release Schedule:
  • ​Test 1 Admit Card: Scheduled for release on November 28, 2025 (Friday).
  • ​Test 2 Admit Card: Scheduled for release on December 8, 2025 (Monday).
  • ​Test 3 Admit Card: Scheduled for release on December 15, 2025 (Monday).
• ​SNAP 2025 Examination Dates (Computer-Based Test - CBT): 
  • ​SNAP Test 1: December 6, 2025 (Saturday)
  • ​SNAP Test 2: December 14, 2025 (Sunday)
  • ​SNAP Test 3: December 20, 2025 (Saturday)
• ​Mandatory Entry Requirements: Strict compliance with the following instructions is mandatory for entry to the test center: 
  • ​Color Printout: Candidates must carry a clear, color printout of the SNAP Admit Card. Black and white printouts are often rejected.
  • ​Affixed Photograph: A recent, passport-size color photograph (the same one uploaded during registration, not older than six months) must be affixed in the space provided on the admit card.
  • ​Original Photo ID Proof: An original and valid photo identity proof is essential. Acceptable IDs include: Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar Card (with photograph), PAN Card, or Driving License. Photocopies or scanned images of the ID are not accepted.

​Understanding the SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern and Strategy

​The SNAP exam pattern remains focused on speed and accuracy, maintaining a total duration of 60 minutes for 60 questions. Aspirants must structure their remaining preparation time to master the sectional weightage and the stringent marking scheme.

• ​Revised Exam Structure (60 Minutes, 60 Questions): 
  • ​General English (Verbal Ability/Reasoning): 15 Questions | 15 Marks
  • ​Analytical & Logical Reasoning (A-LR): 25 Questions | 25 Marks (Highest Weightage)
  • ​Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (QA, DI-DS): 20 Questions | 20 Marks
  • ​Total: 60 Questions | 60 Marks
• ​Marking Scheme: The exam applies a strict negative marking policy: 
  • ​Correct Answer: +1 Mark
  • ​Incorrect Answer: -0.25 Marks (25% deduction)
• ​Strategic Focus on Logical Reasoning: The SNAP 2025 pattern confirms that the Analytical & Logical Reasoning section holds the highest weightage (25 marks). Aspirants must dedicate a substantial portion of their preparation to topics like Linear/Matrix Arrangements, Syllogisms, and Coding-Decoding, as this section is a major determinant of the final percentile.
• ​Speed Practice and Mocks: Given the 60-minute time limit for 60 questions, the average time available per question is just one minute. Regular practice with full-length SNAP mock tests is non-negotiable to optimize time management and build the necessary speed-accuracy trade-off.

​The Journey Beyond SNAP: Symbiosis MBA Selection

​A high score in the SNAP Test is the prerequisite, but admission to top Symbiosis Institutes requires excelling in the subsequent rounds of the selection process.

• ​Institution-Specific Application: Candidates must remember that after appearing for SNAP, they need to apply separately to their preferred Symbiosis MBA programmes (e.g., SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIOM Nashik). This application is mandatory and often carries a fee of ₹1,000 per program.
• ​GE-PI-WAT Shortlisting: The SNAP score is scaled down (typically to 50 marks) and used to shortlist candidates for the Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI), and Writing Ability Test (WAT). 
  • ​Final Merit List: The final merit list is determined by a composite score, with the SNAP score contributing the most, followed by significant weightage given to the PI (up to 40 marks).
• ​Key Symbiosis Colleges (SNAP Acceptors):
  • ​SIBM Pune & SCMHRD: Consistently ranked among the top MBA colleges in India, known for high placements and diverse specializations.
  • ​SIIB Pune: Known for specialized programs like MBA in International Business and Agri-Business.
  • ​SIOM Nashik: Highly regarded for its MBA in Operations Management.

​Conclusion

​The release of the SNAP 2025 admit card dates marks the transition to the final, high-pressure phase of the MBA entrance cycle for Symbiosis Institutes. With the first exam scheduled for December 6, aspirants must immediately download their admit cards on November 28, prepare the mandatory physical documents, and dedicate their remaining time to mastering the speed-based SNAP exam pattern, particularly the highly weighted Analytical & Logical Reasoning section. Excelling in the three attempts of the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test is the essential first step toward securing a seat in these premier MBA programmes.

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