SNAP Cut off score and percentile 2025-2026 for top MBA colleges

Symbiosis International University (SIU) has been conducting the mandatory SNAP entrance test since 2007 for admissions into its affiliated institutes and SNAP cut off will remain the same for all the categories as Symbiosis do not entertain category-wise cutoffs.

Higher-ranked colleges tend to have higher cut-off marks (97-99%) compared with lower-ranked colleges (70-85%). Its due to increased competition between colleges in recent years, cutoff marks have generally increased from one year to the next based on how well the colleges perform.

As you know SNAP is held in multiple sessions every December, with so many top MBA aspirants appearing SNAP, it is not easy to clear the cutoffs of the top institutes but if you are aware of the prospective cutoffs beforehand, you can set the right targets from your performance.

Factors affecting SNAP cut off

The following factors are considered while setting SNAP cutoffs:

1. Number of candidates who appear for SNAP.
2. Difficulty level of SNAP.
3. Number of admission seats available for specific programs in the institute.
4. Ranking of a particular institute.

SNAP Score versus percentile 2025-2026 (Expected)

From above score and percentile you can understand that scoring 43+ almost guarantees eligibility for top colleges and scores between 38-44 provides options for mid-tier institutes.

Even lower scores may allow admission in selective SIU colleges, depending upon seat availability and category-wise relaxation.

Also read: Syllabus breakdown for SNAP exam

SNAP 2025-26 Percentile for top MBA Colleges

Note: Actual cutoffs may vary depending upon the difficulty level of SNAP 2025 exam and candidate’s performance.

Seat reservation for SNAP EXAM 2026

Symbiosis institutes follow government norms during admissions. Seats are reserved for SC (scheduled caste), ST (scheduled tribe), OBC (other backward class), EWS (economically weaker section), and PWD (person with disability) candidates, with valid certificates required to avail these quotas.

5 Tips to clear SNAP cut off in 2026

1. Focus on sections equally: Don’t ignore weaker sections as institutes may enforce sectional cutoffs.
2. Attempt smartly: Accuracy matters more than attempting all the questions. Negative marking can reduce the overall percentile.
3. Practice mock tests: Regular practice helps understand time management and identify weak areas.
4. Analyze past trends: Use previous years’ cutoffs as a benchmark for your preparation strategy.
5. Stay updated: Check official SNAP notifications for exact cutoff rules and changes.

Also Read: SNAP registration dates and details

Conclusion

SNAP offers a great opportunity for MBA aspirants to get into top tier Symbiosis Institutes/MBA colleges with majestic placement statistics. And for that, the candidates need to prepare in a balanced manner across all the three sections of the examination namely Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability and Reasoning Ability. It is also beneficial for candidates to understand their prospective SNAP score to be used in conjunction with their percentile in order to set realistic SNAP cut off for the exam. By being diligent with their preparation, practicing consistently, and having an understanding of the past years' cut-off trends, candidates have a better chance of getting accepted into the MBA program of their dreams through Symbiosis International University. All in all, SNAP 2025-26 remains a gateway to some of the finest management programs in India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question 1: How different is SNAP from CAT or XAT?

Answer: SNAP is different from CAT and XAT primarily:-

1. Due to its shorter duration (60 min versus longer exams).
2. SNAP is a gateway primarily for Symbiosis Colleges, CAT is for top IIMs, and XAT is for XLRI/leadership.
3. SNAP is lighter and faster whereas CAT is more conceptually deep and challenging.

Question 2: What is a good score for SNAP?

Answer: Most Symbiosis institutes have a cut off in the range of 35-45. So, students should aim for a score of 40+.

Question 3: Can a candidate appear for more than one SNAP 2026 test?

Answer: Yes, candidates can appear for up to two out of the three SNAP tests. The higher score out of both will be considered for the final selection process.

Question 4: How to check SNAP cutoff marks 2026?

Answer: You can follow the following steps to check SNAP cutoff marks:

Step 1: Visit the official portal of SNAP, i.e., snaptest.org

Step 2: Upon reaching the homepage, the candidates are required to find the official SNAP Exam Result 2026, then cross-verify.

Step 3: Next, the candidates will be required to enter the SNAP ID/Email Id and Password on the official portal.

Step 4: Post this, the candidates should click on the Sign-In button and then they will be redirected to a new page that will comprise the details related to the result.

Step 5: Finally, the candidates can cross verify each element of the result and then save a copy of the same on their device for future reference.