SNAP Cutoff: Find Out the Expected SNAP Cutoff for Top Colleges
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is the mandatory entrance exam for the various MBA programs offered by the 16 constituent institutions. The test itself is conducted by Symbiosis International University every year for over 1 lakh aspirants. In fact, 2023 saw record participation from students – numbering a total of 1.44 lakh registrations. This, in addition to the changes in the exam pattern, had pushed the SNAP cutoff 2023 higher.
The cutoff for SIBM Pune, the top-ranked MBA college under SIU, will have an expected cutoff of 98%ile, i.e. 43+ marks, although students have been known to get calls at 96%ile too. For SCMHRD, the second-best college that accepts SNAP scores, the cutoff percentile will hover at 97%ile, which means a score of 42+ marks.
The 16 Symbiosis colleges will start releasing their SNAP cutoff percentiles after declaring the SNAP 2025 results in January 2026. The candidates who clear the SNAP cutoff 2025 will be called for further selection rounds of MBA admissions, including a written Ability Test (WAT), Group Exercise (GE), and Personal Interview (PI).
SNAP score vs percentile 2025 (Expected) – What does it look like?
| SNAP Exam 2024 Test 1 Raw Score | Expected SNAP Percentile |
| 41-42 | 98 percentile ( for SIBM -Pune) |
| 39-40 | 97 percentile ( for SCMHRD) |
| 36-37 | 90 percentile ( for SIIB & SIBM Bengaluru) |
SNAP 2025 cutoff (Expected) – Top 5 programs
Find all the relevant details about the top 5 colleges accepting SNAP scores below. This data will help you make a more informed decision regarding possible calls and GEPI prep.
| Symbiosis College | Expected SNAP cutoff percentile for MBA 2025 | MBA Fee (Rs.in Lakhs) | Average Package in Placements 2023 (Rs.in Lakhs) |
| SIBM, Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management) | 98 | Rs.24.59 lakhs | Rs.26.77 LPA |
| SCMHRD, Pune (Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development) | 97 | Rs.23.76 lakhs | Rs.23.71 LPA |
| SIIB, Pune (Symbiosis Institute of International Business) | 90 | Rs.19.86 lakhs | Rs.13.12 LPA |
| SIBM Bengaluru (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management) | 92 | Rs.19.10 lakhs | Rs.13.48 LPA |
| SIOM Nashik (Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management) | 87 | Rs.17.62 lakhs | Rs.14.35 LPA |
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SNAP cutoff 2025 – Remaining programs
Apart from the most well-known colleges, such as SIBM, SCMHRD, and SIOM, there are several other colleges that offer competent salaries at great RoI.
| MBA College/University | Expected SNAP cutoff percentile for 2025 Admission | MBA Fees (Rs.in lakhs) | Average Package in Placements 2023 |
| SICSR, Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research) | 82 | Rs 11.20 lakhs | Rs 6.84 LPA |
| SIDTM, Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Digital and Telecom Management) | 84-85 | Rs 15.10 lakhs | Rs 12.79 LPA |
| SIBM Hyderabad (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management) | 60 | Rs.15.50 lakhs | Rs. 8.9 LPA |
| SIMS (Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies) | 80 | Rs.13.31 lakhs | Rs. 9 -10 LPA |
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SNAP Score vs Percentile 2025 (Expected)
While the relation between the SNAP score and percentile can vary based on many factors, our experienced mentors have given an estimate of the score the top percentile should land on this year. Refer to the table below to learn more about your expected SNAP score vs percentile:
| SNAP percentile | Estimated SNAP score |
| 99.9% | 52.5+ |
| 99.7% | 48+ |
| 99% | 45+ |
| 98.5% | 43+ |
| 95% | 40+ |
| 93% | 38.75+ |
| 90% | 36+ |
| 85% | 34.5+ |
| 76% | 31+ |
| 68% | 29+ |
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Key highlights of SNAP 2025 cutoff
- The SNAP score holds 50% weight in the final merit preparation.
- SNAP Exam duration has been reduced to 1 hour from 2 hours.
- SNAP 2025 will be held on three dates in December 2025.
- The candidate can take all the 3 SNAP 2025 exams.
- The total number of questions is reduced to 60 from 110 earlier.
- The final percentile calculation is based on the candidate’s best performance out of all attempts.
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SNAP 2025 Exam Pattern: Overall and Sectional Changes
Below is the SNAP 2025 Pattern revision in the number of questions, time, duration, and scoring pattern.
| Particulars | SNAP 2025 | SNAP 2022, 2021 & 2020 | SNAP 2019 |
| Duration | 60 minutes | 60 minutes | 120 minutes |
| SNAP Test Timing | 2 PM to 3 PM | 11 AM to 12 Noon & 2 PM to 3 PM | 2 PM to 4 PM |
| Total no of questions | 60 | 60 | 110 |
| General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability | 15 | 15 | 34 |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency | 20 | 20 | 35 |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 36 |
| Special Questions | Nil | Nil | 5 |
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Conclusion
Based on the expected SNAP 2025 exam score cutoff, all Symbiosis Institutes will offer MBA Admissions 2025. The SNAP cutoff in these MBA colleges accepting SNAP scores varies from one institute to another depending on the institution’s ranking, perception by peers and employers, and number of students who apply.
FAQs related to SNAP cutoff 2025
How many institutes take SNAP scores?
A total of 16 institutes accept SNAP scores for admission to SIU-affiliated colleges.
What is the anticipated SNAP 2025 cutoff for SCMHRD Pune?
The SNAP 2025 cutoff for SCMHRD Pune is likely to be around 95-97%ile.
Is there any sectional cutoff in the SNAP exam?
SNAP does not have a sectional cutoff, which is one of its biggest advantages.
How much weightage is given to the SNAP score while preparing for the final merit list?
The SNAP scores hold a weightage of 50 percent.
When will the SNAP cutoff be released?
The SNAP cutoff will likely be released in the first week of February 2025.
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