Updated By Tiyasa Khanra on 21 Nov, 2024 01:54
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The SNAP exam pattern for 2024 will include three sections: General English, Quantitative, Logical Reasoning, and Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency. The exam will consist of 60 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed within 60 minutes. Each correct answer will be awarded 1 mark, and each incorrect answer will result in a deduction of 0.25 marks.
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Predict NowThe SNAP 2024 exam pattern, similar to other MBA entrance exams, evaluates candidates' language skills, quantitative aptitude, and reasoning abilities through MCQs within a specified time frame. Scheduled to be conducted in three papers in December 2024, candidates have the option to participate in all three sessions of the SNAP 2024. A significant change includes reducing the exam duration from two hours to one hour. The SNAP 2024 question paper comprises sections on General English (GE), Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency (QA, DI-DS), and Analytical and Logical Reasoning (A-LR). This computer-based test challenges candidates to tackle as many MCQs as possible within the allocated time. Candidates are advised to thoroughly understand the updated SNAP 2024 exam pattern, including question types, marking scheme, exam duration, and total number of questions, detailed on this page for comprehensive information.
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Candidates can check the highlights of the revised SNAP exam pattern 2024 given in the table below.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test (Online) |
Question Paper Language | English |
Exam Duration | 60 minutes (1 hour) |
Number of Sections |
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Total Questions |
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Total Marks | 60 |
Type of Questions | MCQs |
Marking Scheme | Correct Answer: +1 mark |
Here are the key points about the exam pattern of SNAP 2024.
A candidate will be awarded one mark for every correct question.
SNAP 2024 section-wise exam pattern is on the same lines as most of the other MBA entrance exams conducted in India. It tests the verbal ability, quantitative ability, and reasoning ability of the candidate. There are three total sections in SNAP 2024 and each section comprises various sub-parts.
The following table provides all of the details about the section-wise SNAP exam pattern 2024:
Sections | Total No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability | 15 | 15 |
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency | 20 | 20 |
Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
Total | 60 | 60 |
Candidates can check the section-wise exam pattern for the SNAP 2024 exam in the table below.
Name of the Section | Exam Pattern | Important Topics | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability |
| Reading Comprehension (RC) Passages: 5-6 Questions
Verbal Ability (VA): 5-6 Questions
Verbal Reasoning: 3-4 Questions
| Easy to Moderate |
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency |
| Quantitative Ability: 12-14 Questions
Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency: 6-8 Questions
| Easy |
Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
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| Easy |
The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) for 2024 is introducing several significant changes:
There have been many changes in the exam pattern of the SNAP test over the last three years. From the no. of questions to the marking scheme and even the no. of attempts, a lot has changed in the overall structure of the exam. Here is a comparison of how the SNAP Exam Pattern has changed over the last four years.
Parameter | SNAP 2022/SNAP 2021/ SNAP 2020 | SNAP 2019 | SNAP 2018 | SNAP 2017 |
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No. of Sections | 3 | 4 | ||
Name of Sections |
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Type of Questions | MCQs |
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Total No. of Questions | 60 | 110 | 130 | 150 |
Section-Wise Questions | English: 15 Reasoning: 25 Quant: 20 | English: 34 Quant: 40 Reasoning: 36 | English: 35 Reasoning: 35 Quant: 35 Current Affairs: 25 | English: 40 Reasoning: 40 Quant: 40 Current Affairs: 30 |
Marks Allocated | +1 for every correct answer | English/ Reasoning: +1.5 marks for every correct answer Quant: +1 mark for each correct MCQs | +1 mark for each correct MCQ +2 marks for each correct non-MCQ | +1 mark fore each correct answer |
Negative Marking | 25% of the allocated marks per question | |||
Section-Wise Marks | English: 15 Quant: 20 Reasoning: 25 | English: 51 Quant: 45 Reasoning: 54 | English: 40 Quant: 40 Reasoning: 40 Affairs: 30 | |
Total Marks | 60 | 150 | ||
Exam Duration | 60 minutes | 120 minutes | ||
No. of Attempts | 2 | 1 | ||
Particulars | SNAP 2024 | CAT 2024 |
|---|---|---|
Questions | 60 | 66 |
Duration of Exam | 1 hour | 2 hours |
No.of MCQ | 60 | 48 |
No.of Non-MCQ | 0 | 18 |
Marks for all correct answer | +1 | +3 |
Negative Marking | -0.25 | -1/3rd negative marking for MCQ No negative marking for Non-MCQ |
Difficulty level | Moderate | Difficult |
The marking scheme for SNAP is one of the most important components of the SNAP exam. The SNAP marking scheme is given as follows:
Type of Question | Correct Answer | Incorrect Answer |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-Choice Questions | + 1 mark | For every incorrect answer, a candidate will lose -0.25 |
In the revised SNAP 2024 exam pattern, special questions were removed, although this may change in future versions of the exam. Typically, SNAP questions are MCQs where you select one of four options. Special questions, however, require candidates to enter answers using a virtual keyboard, similar to Type in the Answer (TITA) questions in the Common Admission Test (CAT).
Tackling special questions can be challenging, particularly for those lacking preparation or confidence. With no options to choose from, some usual strategies do not apply. Careful attention is needed while typing answers.
Here are some tips for handling special questions in SNAP:
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The focus areas of the SNAP 2025 exam are basic RC, vocabulary, and grammar-based questions; Puzzles, series, and logical reasoning questions; Arithmetic, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, tables, graphs, charts, Data Interpretation, puzzles, arrangements, syllogisms, analytical reasoning questions based on relationships and conditions.
The overall difficulty level of the SNAP exam ranges from easy to moderate, while the difficulty level of the XAT exam ranges from moderate to high. Higher speed is required to solve SNAP questions, i.e. candidates must not take more than one minute per question. In XAT, there is more time per question but deeper critical thinking was required to solve the question. In SNAP, the Verbal section had basic to moderate questions focused on vocabulary and grammar, and in XAT, the Verbal section was advanced with critical reasoning and inference-heavy RCs. In SNAP, the Quant section was moderately challenging and focused on Arithmetic, and in XAT, the questions were difficult and required conceptual clarity. In SNAP, LR had direct puzzles and series, and in XAT, it had unique Decision-Making sections.
The differences between SNAP and CAT exam patterns are as follows:
The SNAP 2024 exam will be conducted through the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode assessing candidates on the basis of three sections: General English (Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability), Analytical & Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency. 15 questions are asked from General English, 25 questions from AR, and 20 questions from QADI. The total number of questions asked is 60 and the duration of the exam is 60 minutes or 1 hour. 1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer and 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
A total of three attempts in the SNAP exam can be made for every candidate. The SNAP 2024 exam will be conducted in three sessions with a gap of one or two weeks between each session. Candidates are required to mention the number of attempts they wish to take for SNAP 2024 in the SNAP application form. The application fee for each SNAP attempt must be paid by the candidates. The SNAP scores of the best attempt out of the total number of attempts a candidate takes will be taken into consideration for shortlisting of candidates for Group Exercise, Personal Interview, and Writing Ability Test. Ideally, candidates must take all three attempts as the difficulty level of the sessions could be different.
No, there are no sectional time limits in the SNAP exam. You have a total of 1 hour to complete all the sections. It is up to you to manage your time effectively and allocate it appropriately to each section based on your strengths and weaknesses.
No, you cannot switch between sections during the SNAP exam. The exam follows a fixed sequence, and you must complete each section within the given time limit. It is advisable to manage your time efficiently and allocate sufficient time to each section based on your strengths and weaknesses.
Yes, there is a negative marking scheme in SNAP. Each correct answer carries one mark, while each incorrect answer attracts a penalty of 0.25 marks. Unattempted questions do not have any penalty. It is important to answer questions carefully and avoid random guessing.
The Analytical & Logical Reasoning section assesses your logical thinking and reasoning abilities. It includes questions on logical puzzles, seating arrangements, coding-decoding, analogies, series completion, and syllogisms. This section evaluates your ability to analyze information and draw logical conclusions.
This section evaluates your numerical aptitude and problem-solving skills. It includes questions on arithmetic, algebra, geometry, number systems, data interpretation, and data sufficiency. Familiarity with mathematical concepts and the ability to interpret data accurately are crucial for this section.
The General English section in SNAP consists of questions on vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, sentence correction, and verbal reasoning. It tests your language skills, including your ability to comprehend passages, identify errors, and analyze written content.
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