The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a computer-based test held for candidates who are seeking admission to the MBA program in any institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University).
Overall, the SNAP 2024 paper was termed as easy to moderate on its level of difficulty. SNAP 2024 paper, although expected, was termed easier than its predecessors. However, candidates should go through the detailed SNAP 2024 exam analysis to get a brief overview of the test, calculate their expected score, and plan their options accordingly.
With each easy paper, the cut-offs are expected to be on the higher side. The top colleges accepting SNAP scores, such as SIBM Pune and SCMHRD, had cut-offs of 97 %ile and above. Mid-level colleges affiliated with SIBM are expected to have cut-offs of around 85 to 97 %ile.
The exam pattern for SNAP 2024 Test 01 is exactly the same as that of SNAP 2023. Just like last year, this year's paper consists of a total of 60 questions, divided among three sections.
Some key points that an aspirant must remember about the SNAP 2024 exam pattern are as follows:
|
Sections |
Questions |
Maximum Marks |
|
General English |
15 |
15 |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
|
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
|
Total |
60 |
60 |
Similar to the previous year's exam pattern, the marking scheme is expected to be on similar lines this year. The overall paper is comprised of MCQs with four alternatives to choose from.
Here is an overview of the marking scheme for SNAP 2024-
|
SNAP 2024 Question Type |
For Correct Answers |
For Incorrect Answers |
|
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
+1 |
-0.25 |
All the test takers are advised to go through the detailed SNAP exam analysis 2024 to estimate their performance and evaluate possible options for them.
Given below is a detailed section-wise SNAP 2024 exam analysis for your reference:
The overall breakup of SNAP 2024 Test 1 paper with section-wise marking scheme and difficulty level of the exam has been tabulated below.
|
Sections |
Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Difficulty Level |
Number of Doable Attempts |
|
General English |
15 |
15 |
Moderate-Difficult |
8 |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
Easy-Moderate |
19-20 |
|
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
Easy-Moderate |
15-18 |
|
Total |
60 |
60 |
Easy-Moderate |
43-45 |
Overall, SNAP 2024 is a paper that looked easier at the first impression, but it is not. The cutoffs are likely to drop this year by a few notches.
The General English section of the SNAP exam was of moderate difficulty. Scoring around ten marks would be considered a good achievement, especially if you pay attention to the topic-wise weightage.
Below is a breakdown of the topics covered in the SNAP 2024 Test 01 General English section:
|
S. No |
Topic |
No. of Questions |
Difficulty Level |
Number of Doable Questions |
|
1 |
Grammar |
5 |
Moderate |
3 |
|
2 |
Para Jumble & Sentence Jumble |
3 |
Moderate |
2 |
|
3 |
Vocabulary |
7 |
Moderate-Difficult |
3 |
|
Total |
|
15 |
Moderate |
8 |
Based on the SNAP 2024 Exam Analysis, this section was somewhat easy to moderate. If you covered at least 75% of the SNAP exam syllabus, scoring between 18 to 20 marks would be considered a good performance in this section.
Below is a breakdown of the topics covered in the SNAP 2024 Test 01 Analytical & Logical Reasoning part:
|
S. No |
Topic |
No. of Questions |
Difficulty Level |
Number of Doable Questions |
|
1 |
Critical Reasoning (passage-based) |
4 |
Moderate |
2 |
|
2 |
Decision Making |
1 |
Moderate |
1 |
|
3 |
Statement Assumption |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
4 |
Cause & Effect |
2 |
Easy |
2 |
|
5 |
Analogy |
2 |
Moderate |
1 |
|
6 |
Syllogism |
2 |
Easy |
2 |
|
7 |
Blood Relation |
4 |
Easy-Moderate |
3 |
|
8 |
Calendar |
2 |
Easy |
2 |
|
9 |
Series ( Number series, Alpha Numeric series, Letter/Symbol/Number Series) |
3 |
Easy-Moderate |
3 |
|
10 |
Binary (3 People, 3 Statements) |
1 |
Moderate |
0-1 |
|
11 |
Row Arrangement |
1 |
Moderate |
1 |
|
12 |
Clocks |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
13 |
Number Series |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
14 |
Identify Correct Statement (3 Statements) |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
15 |
Direction Sense |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
Total |
|
25 |
Easy-Moderate |
18-20 |
In this year's exam, there were fewer questions on Percentages and Simple Interest, and there were no questions on Time and Work. The difficulty level of this section was easy to moderate, and a good score would be around 15 to 17 marks.
Below is a breakdown of the topics covered in the SNAP 2024 Test 01 Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency section:
|
S. No |
Topic |
No. of Questions |
Difficulty Level |
Number of Doable Questions |
|
1 |
Numbers (Factors) |
1 |
Moderate |
0-1 |
|
2 |
Numbers - HCF (Word Problem) |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
3 |
Numbers - LCM (Word Problem) |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
4 |
Algebra (Linear Equation) |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
5 |
Algebra - Log |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
6 |
Algebra - Exponents/ Square root |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
7 |
SI - CI |
2 |
Moderate |
1 |
|
8 |
PLD |
2 |
Easy |
2 |
|
9 |
Ratio |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
10 |
Average |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
11 |
Time & work |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
12 |
Geometry/ Trapezium |
1 |
Moderate |
0-1 |
|
13 |
Matrix Based - Missing Number |
1 |
Moderate |
0-1 |
|
14 |
Probability |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
15 |
Data Interpretation - Bar Graph |
1 |
Easy-Moderate |
0-1 |
|
16 |
Number Series |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
17 |
Trigonometric Ratios |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
18 |
Heights & Distance |
1 |
Easy |
1 |
|
Total |
|
20 |
Easy-Moderate |
15-17 |
SNAP is known to be the most student-friendly exam among all the management entrance exams as it allows candidates to solve 60 questions in 60 minutes with usually easy to moderate level of difficulty.
Refer to the below table to understand the difficulty level of SNAP 2024 Test 1 as follows:
|
Section |
Difficulty Level |
|
General English |
Moderate |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
Easy-Moderate |
|
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
Easy-Moderate |
As an overall takeaway, the difficulty level of SNAP 2024 is expected to be somewhere between easy to moderate. Students found the exam doable; therefore, the cut-off is expected to be on the higher side.
In SNAP exam, a rough figure of About 43-45 correct attempts will be considered a good score based on SNAP 2023 analysis. Refer to the table below to gain insights into the ideal scores and doable attempts in SNAP 2024 Test 01 as follows:
|
Section |
Good Attempts |
Good Score |
|
General English |
8-10 |
8-10 |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
18-20 |
18-20 |
|
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
15-17 |
15-17 |
Based on students' reactions and other parameters, including difficulty level, SNAP 2024 cut-offs are expected to be around 96-98 %ile.
|
Colleges Accepting SNAP scores |
SNAP 2024 Cutoff |
|
SIBM, Pune |
98+ %ile |
|
SCMHRD, Pune |
97.5+ %ile |
|
SIIB, Pune |
94-96 %ile |
|
SIBM, Bangalore |
91-93 %ile |
|
SIOM, Nashik |
86-90 %ile |
|
SIDTM, Pune |
83 %ile |
|
SICSR, Pune |
82 – 85 %ile |
The duration of the SNAP 2024 exam is one hour, during which candidates must answer 60 questions within 60 minutes. Therefore, effective time management and test-taking strategies are crucial before appearing for the actual exam. It is advisable for all serious SNAP candidates to buckle up with their preparation, practice previous years' SNAP papers, and start attempting mock tests at regular intervals if they want to ace SNAP 2024 and improve their chances of getting admission to top B-schools accepting SNAP scores.
The paper had 60 questions to be attempted in 60 minutes and was divided into three sections General English, Analytical & Logical Reasoning and Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency. SNAP 2023 observed a slightly higher level of difficulty in both Analytical & Logical Reasoning and Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency sections. On the other hand, General English was easier compared to SNAP 2023 Test 2. Overall, the level of difficulty remained easy to moderate.
|
Section |
Total Questions |
Total Marks |
Level of Difficulty |
|
General English |
15 |
15 |
Easy |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
Moderate |
|
Quantitative, DI, and Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
Moderate-Difficult |
|
Total |
60 |
60 |
|
The paper had 60 questions to be attempted in 60 minutes and was divided into three sections General English, Analytical & Logical Reasoning and Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency. Unlike the first 2 slots that had one time only, SNAP 2022 Slot 3 was held in two timings, from 2 to 3 pm and 4:30 to 5: 30 pm. Continuing to follow the pattern of SNAP 2021, all slots of SNAP 2022 did not have any reading comprehension questions in the General English section.
|
Section |
Total Questions |
Total Marks |
Level of Difficulty |
|
General English |
15 |
15 |
Easy-Moderate |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
Easy |
|
Quantitative, DI, and Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
Moderate-Difficult |
|
Total |
60 |
60 |
|
SNAP 2021 followed a similar structure to that of SNAP 2020 and the test had no surprises or changes in the paper. The first slot of SNAP was held on 19th December 2021, the second slot was conducted on 8th January 2022 and the last slot was on 16th January 2022.
In all three slots of SNAP 2021, the candidates were required to attempt 60 questions in 60 minutes. The General English section did not have any Reading Comprehension questions. On the other hand, the Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency was a little tricky compared to last year. The overall difficulty level of SNAP 2021 Slot 3 was in line with Slot 1 and Slot 2 with a moderate level of difficulty.
|
Section |
Total Questions |
Total Marks |
Level of Difficulty |
|
General English |
15 |
15 |
Easy- moderate |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
Moderate |
|
Quantitative, DI and Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
Moderate- difficult |
|
Total |
60 |
60 |
Moderate |
The SNAP 2020 Notification had sprung the biggest surprise: reduced time. From 2 hours, the test duration had been reduced to 1 hour, with no sectional timing. Another surprise revealed in the Notification was about SNAP being conducted on three different days - with students being allowed to appear for any 2 of the three exam dates (though one had to pay twice!); with the better score being counted towards selection.
The first SNAP was conducted on December 20, 2020, the second SNAP was conducted on January 6th, 2021 and the third SNAP was conducted on 9th January 2021. The test was held smoothly. The paper had the same interface as that of CAT. SNAP of Day 3 was similar to that of Day 1 and Day 2 SNAP in terms of the paper pattern.
|
Section |
Total Questions |
Total Marks |
Level Of Difficulty |
|
General English |
15 |
15 |
Easy-Moderate |
|
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
Easy |
|
Quantitative, DI and Data Sufficiency |
20 |
20 |
Easy |
|
Total |
60 |
60 |
Easy |