SNAP Eligibility Criteria 2026 has been announced by Symbiosis International University along with SNAP Notification 2026. SNAP 2026 eligibility criteria require that candidate should have completed their graduation with minimum 50 per cent in total. Check SNAP 2026 eligibility criteria for domestic and international students in the article below. Also know SNAP eligibility criteria for different Symbiosis MBA Colleges like SIBM, SCMHRD and others. SNAP 2026 Exam Dates are December 13, 19, and 26, 2026. SNAP exam registration started on August 21, 2026 to November 25, 2026.
Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, popularly known as SNAP, is the mandatory MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to 17 Symbiosis Institutes including SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune and SIBM Bangalore. SNAP exam pattern is different from CAT exam with shorter duration (60 mins) and lesser number of questions (60 questions). Overall, SNAP exam difficulty level is comparatively lower than difficulty level of CAT exam. SNAP 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in December 2026 across three sessions, as per the previous year’s trends.
SNAP eligibility criteria 2026 is prescribed by Symbiosis International Deemed University (SIU), the body that conducts the exam. Only those candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can appear for SNAP 2026. Before filling the SNAP application form, candidates should check the exam's eligibility criteria and selection process.
The minimum eligibility criteria for SNAP exam is Graduation with minimum 50 per cent aggregate. Candidates who have secured a qualifying degree from any Foreign University must acquire an equivalent certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Check SNAP eligibility criteria for Indian and Foreign candidates in the following sections.
SNAP Eligibility Criteria 2026 for Indian Candidates is as follows:
- Candidates belonging to General category must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50 per cent aggregate or equivalent
- Candidates belonging to Reserved category must have bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 45 per cent aggregate or equivalent
- The graduation degree can be completed in any education mode but the degree should be from a UGC recognised university
- Final year graduation students who are due to appear in the exam or are wating for result are also eligible to apply for SNAP exam
Foreign National, Person of Indian Origin (PIO), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates are also eligible to apply for SNAP 2026. The SNAP eligibility criteria for international students are mentioned below:
- Candidates applying under Foreign Nationals/OCI/PIO category at SIU must clear an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS or IELA secure band 6 and band 4, respectively.
- International SNAP applicants must have a proof of residence, copy of Visa and passport and in case of student visa.
- The candidate should also have a Bonafide Certificate and Letter of Provisional Admission from the University College/Institution.
SNAP registration process can be completed by taking following steps:
- Register on the SNAP portal
- Accept the terms and conditions
- Enter Accurate & Valid Details
- Verify with OTP
- Receive your SNAP ID and password
- Pay the SNAP registration fee
- Pay the programme registration fee
- Pay both fees to be shortlisted
- Raise a query if you need help
- Institute Registration Fee
- Choose your test date (s)
- Provide accurate information
Read this SNAP 2026 registration process step by step guide for more details
There are 17 MBA Colleges Accepting SNAP 2026 who are part of Symbiosis International Deemed University. Top SNAP Colleges are SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune, SIBM Bangalore and SIOM Nasik. These colleges may have additional eligibility criteria. Check list below.
Overview SNAP : Symbiosis University MBA Institute and Programme Eligibility - 2025
| Name of the Institute | Programmes | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM, Pune) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research (SICSR) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development (SCMHRD) |
| Graduation in any Engineering Stream (B.E. or B.Tech), Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch), or Bachelor of Planning (B. Plan.) from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade, [45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes (SC)/ Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates]. |
| Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Digital & Telecom Management (SIDTM) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication,Pune (SIMC) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management, Nashik (SIOM) |
| Engineering Graduate (Bachelor of Engineering/Technology) from any recognised University/Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management,Bengaluru (SIBM, Bengaluru) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis School of Banking & Finance (SSBF) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management,Hyderabad (SIBM, Hyderabad) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Nagpur (SIBM, Nagpur) |
| Graduate from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, NOIDA (SIBM, NOIDA) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
| Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts and Nutritional Sciences (SSCANS) |
| Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance in Food Technology, Hotel Management, Home Science, Food Science & Quality Control, Culinary Arts, Food Ecology/Sustainability, Packaging Technology, Nutrition, Microbiology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Food Engineering etc, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste /Scheduled Tribes). |
In summary, SNAP eligibility criteria 2026 are that candidates should have completed their graduation with minimum 50 per cent in total. Check SNAP 2026 eligibility criteria for domestic and international students in the article above. Also Read: SNAP Exam Pattern 2026, SNAP Syllabus 2026, SNAP Preparation 2026, SNAP Preparation Books 2026, SNAP Exam Centres 2026, SNAP Exam Notification 2026, SNAP Registration 2026