SNAP 2026 Registration Ongoing! Symbiosis Institutes Kick Off Admissions for the New Batch
Published 29 Sept 20253 min read1,453 Views
The gateway to a prestigious MBA from one of the top Symbiosis International (Deemed University) institutes is officially open! The registration process for the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2026 has commenced, marking the start of the admission cycle for the MBA batch of 2026-28. Aspiring management students are urged to mark the key dates and start their application process promptly.
Key Dates for Aspirants
The registration window for the SNAP 2026 exam opened on August 1, 2025, and will close on November 20, 2025. Candidates must complete both the SNAP exam registration and the application for their desired Symbiosis Institute (e.g., SIBM Pune, SCMHRD) within the stipulated timeframes.
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| SNAP 2026 Registration Starts | August 1, 2025 |
| SNAP 2026 Registration Closes | November 20, 2025 |
| SNAP 2026 Exam Dates (Three Attempts) | December 6, 14, and 20, 2025 |
| SNAP 2026 Result Date | January 9, 2026 |
| SIBM Pune Last Date to Apply (Separate Application) | December 5, 2025 |
(Note: Dates are based on the latest notification for the 2025 exam cycle for the 2026-28 batch and are subject to change by Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Aspirants should check the official SNAP website for the final schedule.)
Exam Pattern & Eligibility: What You Need to Know
The SNAP is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) that allows candidates to appear for a maximum of three attempts, with the best score considered for the final percentile calculation. This gives students a crucial advantage in aiming for top B-Schools.
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Total Questions: 60 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: +1 for every correct answer and a penalty of −0.25 for every incorrect answer.
| Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 15 | 15 |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency | 20 | 20 |
Eligibility: Candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST category). Final year students are also eligible to apply.
Roadmap to Symbiosis MBA
Admission to Symbiosis institutes like SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, and others is a two-step process:
- SNAP Score: Candidates are first shortlisted based on their SNAP score/percentile. A percentile in the range of 97-99 is generally required for the top institutes like SIBM Pune.
- GE-PI: Shortlisted candidates are called for the second stage, which comprises Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI). Performance in these rounds, along with the SNAP score and academic record, determines the final merit list.
Management aspirants are advised to register on the official SNAP website and simultaneously complete the individual application forms for their preferred Symbiosis institutes, as the deadlines for the institute applications may differ from the SNAP exam registration deadline. For regular updates follow Only Education News.