Updated By Bipasha Ray on 22 Dec, 2023 20:17
Predict your Percentile based on your SNAP performance
Predict NowSymbiosis International University (SIU), Pune, has formally communicated the eligibility criteria for SNAP 2023, as well as the specific criteria for applying to each of the 16 Symbiosis Institutes. The SIU Pune has successfully concluded the SNAP 2023 Paper 1, Paper 2, and Paper 3 on December 10, 17, and 22, 2023. The application process was closed on November 23, 2023. Of utmost importance is the fact that the eligibility criteria for all three of these SNAP exams remain consistent throughout. Failure to meet these requirements will result in the candidate being ineligible to participate in the SNAP exam. Therefore, it is imperative that candidates thoroughly understand these criteria before filling out the SNAP Application Form for the examination.
The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2023 serves as the MBA entrance test for admission to the MBA programs offered by 16 Symbiosis institutes located across India. Additionally, besides the SNAP exam criteria, you should also check the eligibility requirements set by the SNAP participating institutes to which you want to apply. These institutes confer MBA degrees awarded by Symbiosis International University (SIU), Pune. For detailed information regarding the SNAP exam, candidates are encouraged to explore further resources.
SIU Pune establishes the SNAP Exam Eligibility on an annual basis, and it is imperative for candidates appearing in the SNAP exam to not only ensure their eligibility for the SNAP 2023 exam but also to verify the College Level Eligibility Criteria for admission in 2024. There are specific criteria for each institute that may be different from the general SNAP eligibility rules, but they are very important if you want to get into the Symbiosis Institute you want.
Meeting the eligibility criteria for SNAP is the fundamental requirement that candidates must meet in order to appear for the exam and apply for MBA admission to SNAP accepting colleges. Candidates will find the detailed eligibility criteria for SNAP mentioned below:
Nationality:
Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), Person of Indian Origin (PIO), Non-Resident Indian (NRI), and Foreign Nationals can also apply.
Age Limit:
Minimum Qualification:
Candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university/institute which requires a specific discipline/ subject specialization need to be checked for eligibility as mentioned below by the respective Institute. The degree should be of at least three years duration or equivalent, as recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Candidates in their final year of graduation are generally eligible to apply for the SNAP exam, provided they met the minimum percentage requirement at the time of application.
Different MBA programs offered by Symbiosis International University and its affiliated institutes might have specific eligibility criteria based on the specialization and level of the program. Candidates are advised to carefully review the specific eligibility requirements of the programs they are interested in.
Qualification Marks:
Candidates from the general category must have secured minimum 50% marks in their graduation level.
A 5% relaxation is provided to reserved category candidates (SC/ST).
Foreign Qualification:
Candidates who have completed their graduation from foreign universities must be verified by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) to ensure they are eligible for admission to various management courses.
The equivalence certificate would be issued by the Equivalence Division of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Note:
In any case, if the candidate fails to meet the eligibility criteria, the SIU reserves all the rights to cancel his/her application.
Students having backlogs / fail in their final results are not eligible for admission.
Specific eligibility conditions apply for admission to different courses, so candidates must verify the eligibility for programmes of their choice.
Apart from the basic eligibility criteria for SNAP, candidates must also make sure the eligibility criteria for the MBA course they are applying for through SNAP set by the particular SIU-affiliated institutes. Candidates will find the SNAP eligibility criteria for different institutes & courses mentioned in the table below:
Name of the Institute | Name of the Course | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
SIBM, Pune | MBA |
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SIBM, Pune | MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship | |
| SICSR Pune | MBA in Information Technology | |
MBA in Computer Applications | ||
MBA in System Security | ||
| SIIB Pune | MBA in International Business | |
| SITM Pune | MBA in Telecom Management | |
MBA in Communication Management | ||
| SCIT Pune | MBA in Information Technology Business Management | |
| SIHS Pune | MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management | |
| SSBF Pune | MBA in Banking and Finance | |
SSSS | MBA in Sports Management | |
| SCMHRD Pune | MBA in Infrastructure Management |
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MBA in Business Analytics |
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SIIB, Pune | MBA in Agri-Business |
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MBA in Energy and Environment |
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| SIMS Pune | MBA |
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MBA in Operations Management |
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SCIT, Pune | MBA in Data Sciences & Data Analytics |
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According to UGC guidelines, below is the reservation policy which is followed at Symbiosis International University and other affiliated Institutes.
Reservation Category | Seat Reservation |
|---|---|
For Scheduled Castes | 15% |
For Scheduled Tribe | 7.5% |
For Person with Disabilities | 3% |
For Kashmiri Migrants | 2 seats (per program) |
For International Candidates | 15% |
The official schedule for SNAP 2023 has already been released by the SIU (Symbiosis International University) on the SNAP Test website. Below is a table displaying SNAP 2023 dates and events:
Events | Important Dates |
SNAP 2023 registration (Starting Date) | August 23, 2023 |
SNAP 2023 registration (Closing Date) | November 23, 2023 (Closed) |
SNAP Admit Card (Download) | December 4, 2023 (Session 1) |
December 9, 2023 (Session 2 and 3) | |
SNAP 2023 Exam | December 10, 2023 |
December 17, 2023 | |
December 22, 2023 | |
SNAP 2023 result announcement | January 10, 2023 |
Shortlisting for GE, PI, and WAT | Third week of February 2024 |
GE, PI, and WAT | First week of March 2024 |
Final Merit List for Admission | Last week of March 2024 |
Candidates should mark these dates on their calendars if they are planning to take the SNAP 2023 exam.
Want to know more about SNAP
Graduation from a recognised University or Institute with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). A candidate who has completed a qualifying degree from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). All foreign degrees/ qualifications need to be verified from AIU by the candidate before seeking admission to any programme of SIU.
No, you cannot use the SNAP online test scores to apply for the MA (MC) program. The MA (MC) program requires candidates to take the SIMC MA (MC) online entrance test specifically, as it is the designated entrance exam for admission to that program.
The minimum educational qualification required for SNAP is a bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution. There is no specific stream or discipline mentioned, and candidates from any academic background are eligible to apply for the SNAP exam.
For General category candidates, a minimum of 50% marks in graduation is required to be eligible to apply for SNAP. This criterion ensures that candidates have a certain level of academic qualification to participate in the exam and pursue management studies.
There is no maximum age limit to apply for the SNAP exam. Candidates of any age can apply for SNAP, provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria, which primarily include holding a bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution. Age is not a restrictive factor for appearing in the exam.
It depends on the college you are applying for. In some course, any graduate degree is considered eligible. In others, only a BE / BTech / BArch degree holder can apply. You must verify the exact eligibility criteria of your course before applying.
No. Foreign Nationals, NRI (Non-Resident Indian), OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) and PIO (Person of Indian Origin) are also eligible for the SNAP exam. Candidates from any nationality can apply for the SNAP exam and seek admission to Symbiosis International (Deemed University) and its affiliated institutes, provided they meet the eligibility criteria specified by the university.
Yes, you can apply for SNAP in your final year of graduation. The eligibility criteria for SNAP state that candidates should be graduates or in the final year of their graduation at the time of applying. However, you must meet the minimum percentage requirement specified by the participating institutes for admission.
Yes. SNAP has a reservation policy defined according to the guidelines provided by the UGC. The SNAP exam follows a merit-based admission process where candidates are selected based on their performance in the exam and other selection criteria defined by individual participating institutes.
In SNAP, 15% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, while 7.5% of the seats are reserved for candidates from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. This reservation policy ensures representation and opportunities for candidates from these marginalized communities.
Yes, as per the guidelines provided by Symbiosis International (Deemed University), two seats are reserved for Kashmiri Migrants in each course offered through SNAP. This reservation is meant to provide opportunities for Kashmiri Migrant students to pursue higher education and is applicable across the various institutes affiliated with Symbiosis International (Deemed University).
Yes, reserved category candidates are provided with a relaxation of 5% in the minimum marks requirement for SNAP. This means that they can secure admission with a slightly lower score compared to general category candidates. The relaxation is applicable to categories such as SC/ST/PWD (Persons with Disabilities) as per the SNAP exam guidelines.
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