SIBM Bangalore MBA cutoff for 2025 has been announced. Candidates can check category wise SIBM Bangalore cutoff for popular courses such as MBA below.

Admission to the MBA program at SIBM Bangalore is based on the SNAP entrance exam conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

In 2025, the SNAP cutoff for SIBM Bangalore is 90 percentile for general category students. Over the past few years, the cutoff has also remained steady at around 90 percentile.

Candidates who meet the SNAP cutoff are shortlisted for the next stages of the selection process, which include a Group Exercise (GE), and Personal Interview (PI).

It is important to note that meeting the cutoff only qualifies candidates for shortlisting - final admission is based on overall performance in these subsequent rounds.

SIBM Bangalore MBA SNAP Cutoff 2025

SIBM Bangalore MBA SNAP Cutoff 2025

SIBM Bangalore allows students to take admission to MBA programs based on their SNAP scores. As per SIBM Bangalore SNAP Cutoff 2025, the closing percentile for Round 1 admissions is 90 percentile across all categories. The Cutoff Percentile for all categories are given below:

Courses Round 1
(Cutoff percentile)
General 90
Business Analytics 90

SIBM Bangalore MBA SNAP Category - Wise Cutoff 2025

SIBM Bangalore admission for MBA programs in 2025 closed at a 90 percentile, the same as in 2024, 2023 and 2022 across all categories. Below, candidates can check the category-wise closing percentile trends for reference.

Category 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021
General 90 90 90 90 90

SIBM Bangalore MBA SNAP Category - Wise Cutoff 2025

SIBM Bangalore SNAP MBA Course - wise Cutoff Trends 2025

SIBM Bangalore admission for MBA programs in 2025 closed at a 90 percentile, which has remained consistent across all courses from 2022 to 2025. Candidates can check the course-wise closing percentile trends for reference the table given below:

Courses Closing percentile 2025 Closing percentile 2024 Closing percentile 2023 Closing percentile 2023
General 90 90 90 90
Business Analytics 90 90 90 90

Key Insights:

  • SNAP 2025 scores are higher overall because the paper was easier.
  • 99 percentile ≈ 50 marks and 80 percentile ≈ 40 marks.
  • Competition has increased, so the same marks now give lower percentile than before.
  • Calls are not limited to top percentiles — many Symbiosis colleges give calls from 50 percentile onwards (category-wise).
  • GEPI (Group Exercise & Interview) is very important.
  • A strong GEPI can convert a call even with a moderate percentile.
  • High percentile alone does not guarantee selection.
  • SIBM Pune is the top college (calls usually at 98+ percentile).
  • SIDTM, SCIT, SSBF, SIBM Nagpur & Hyderabad offer good opportunities at lower percentiles.
  • Start GEPI preparation early (mock interviews, SOP, case studies).
  • Forms are open now → GDPI in February, results by March.
  • Don’t lose hope — focused preparation can convert calls at any percentile.

SIBM Bangalore vs SCMHRD Pune

The Round 1 SNAP Cutoff Percentile 2025 for MBA admissions has been set for Symbiosis Institute of Business Management Bangalore and Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development. The details are provided in the infographic below:

SIBM Bangalore vs SCMHRD Pune

SIBM Bangalore Cutoff 2025 FAQs

Ques. Does SIBM Bangalore have sectional cutoffs in SNAP?

Ans. No, SIBM Bangalore does not have sectional cutoffs. Shortlisting is based on the overall SNAP score. However, it is advisable to maintain a balanced performance across all sections to ensure a high overall percentile.

Ques. What is the weightage of the SNAP score in the final selection at SIBM Bangalore?

Ans. The final merit list at SIBM Bangalore is calculated using the following weightage:

  • SNAP Score (scaled to 50): 50%
  • Personal Interaction (PI): 40%
  • Group Exercise (GE): 10%

Ques. What is the cutoff for the MBA Business Analytics program at SIBM Bangalore?

Ans. The cutoff for the MBA (Business Analytics) program at SIBM Bangalore is typically slightly lower or similar to the core MBA program, usually ranging between the 85 to 90 percentile

Ques. What are the Waitlist Movement trends at SIBM Bangalore?

Ans. Historically, the waitlist at SIBM Bangalore moves significantly compared to SIBM Pune. Since many candidates use SIBM Bangalore as a backup for SIBM Pune or top-tier IIMs, waitlist numbers up to 150–200 often see conversion in the first few lists. However, movement beyond 300 is rare and depends on the year's specific profile of applicants.

Ques. Can I choose a Dual Specialization at SIBM Bangalore?

Ans. SIBM Bangalore primarily offers a Major-Minor system rather than a pure "Dual Specialization." Students choose a major in the second year (Marketing, Finance, Operations, or HR) and can pick electives from other streams. This allows candidates to tailor your MBA, for instance, with a Major in Marketing and a Minor-like focus in Data Analytics.