In a crucial announcement for management aspirants across India, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has confirmed that the registration window for the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2025 will officially close on November 20, 2025. The university has explicitly stated that there will be no further extensions granted for application submissions, urging candidates to complete their registration process before the deadline.
SNAP 2025: Key Examination Dates and Admit Card Schedule
The SNAP 2025 will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) across 79 cities in India, providing wide accessibility for candidates. In a significant advantage for test-takers, the examination will be held on three different dates, and candidates are permitted to attempt the test up to three times. The best score achieved will be considered for the final admission process, reducing performance pressure on a single attempt.
The detailed schedule for admit card release and test dates is as follows:
- SNAP Test 01: Admit cards available from November 28, 2025 (Friday), with the test conducted on December 6, 2025 (Saturday)
- SNAP Test 02: Admit cards downloadable from December 8, 2025 (Monday), with the test scheduled for December 14, 2025 (Sunday)
- SNAP Test 03: Admit cards available from December 15, 2025 (Monday), with the test held on December 20, 2025 (Saturday)
The final results for SNAP 2025 will be announced on January 9, 2026 (Friday), marking a critical milestone in the admission timeline.
Exam Pattern, Fees, and Eligibility Criteria
The SNAP 2025 examination will feature objective-type questions, each with four response options. A notable aspect of the marking scheme is the 25% negative marking applicable for every incorrect answer, making accuracy crucial for achieving a high score.
The financial commitment for the examination includes a registration fee of INR 2,250 per attempt, with an additional payment of INR 1,000 required per programme selected by the candidate.
Eligibility criteria mandate that candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution of national importance with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST categories). Applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) before applying.
Selection Process and Institutional Reach
The final selection process for Symbiosis MBA programmes utilizes a comprehensive merit listing system based on a composite score totaling 100 marks. This score comprises the SNAP Score (scaled to 50 marks), Group Exercise (10 marks), and Personal Interaction (40 marks).
Successful SNAP candidates gain entry to MBA programmes at premier Symbiosis institutions including SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIIB, SIBM Bengaluru, SIBM Hyderabad, SIBM Nagpur, SIBM NOIDA, SICSR, SIMC, and several other constituent institutes.
Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman, Vice Chancellor of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), emphasized the importance of timely registration, stating: "SNAP is the gateway to Symbiosis' premier MBA programmes. With registrations closing soon, we urge all aspirants to complete their applications in time and take the next step toward joining our globally reputed institutions."
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) continues to strengthen its academic reputation, recently being accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an A++ grade. The institution has secured the 24th position among Indian universities in the NIRF 2025 rankings and has entered the Top 200 in Asia in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, ranking 200th in Asia, 34th in Southern Asia, and 20th in India.
With the November 20 deadline approaching rapidly, MBA aspirants seeking admission to Symbiosis's transformative management programmes are strongly encouraged to complete their SNAP 2025 registration immediately to secure their chance at these prestigious institutions.
