SIIB Pune conducts admission for its MBA programmes through the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP). The institute offers MBA options such as International Business and Sustainability Management, with fees including INR 20.82 lakhs for MBA International Business and INR 13.12 lakhs for MBA Sustainability Management.

Applicants need a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks to apply. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum requirement is 45% marks. A SNAP percentile in the 93 to 95 range is considered safe for SIIB Pune admission, followed by Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.

SIIB Pune Important Admission Dates 2026

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SIIB Pune MBA Admissions 2026

SIIB Pune offers one flagship course, the MBA, across 3 specialisations. Admission is based on a valid SNAP score, followed by Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI). The GE and PI rounds are usually conducted in February, and the first merit list is released in March.

SIIB Pune MBA Courses, Fees and Seats

The MBA programme details, including total fees, intake, eligibility and selection criteria, are given below:

Courses Total Fees Seat Intake Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
MBA - International Business INR 20.82 lakhs (including hostel and mess) 120 Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) from a recognised university Valid SNAP score, followed by Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI)
MBA - Sustainability Management INR 13.12 lakhs 60 Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks; candidates from engineering, science, economics, or related fields preferred
MBA - Agribusiness INR 13.16 lakhs 30 Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks; agriculture, life sciences, engineering, and related backgrounds preferred

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SIIB Pune MBA Specialisations

The specialisation-wise seat details for the MBA course are listed below:

MBA Specialization Number of Seats
International Business 120
Agribusiness 60
Sustainability Management 30

SIIB Pune MBA Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must have graduated from a recognised University/Institution of National Importance.
  • A minimum of 50% marks is required, while SC/ST candidates need 45% marks.
  • Students in the final year may apply, subject to meeting the minimum marks requirement at the time of admission.
  • Candidates with foreign degrees must get an equivalence certificate from AIU.

SIIB Pune MBA Selection Criteria

  • SNAP Score: 50%
  • Personal Interview: 40%
  • Group Exercise: 10%

Shortlisted candidates are considered through SNAP performance and the institute-level GE and PI rounds. The MBA admission process is completed only through this selection route.

SIIB Pune Reservations

SIIB Pune follows the reservation policy prescribed by Symbiosis International University.

Within Intake:

  • 15% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) students.
  • 7.5% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students.
  • 3% of seats are reserved for Differently Abled (PwD) students.
  • 5% of seats are reserved for children or wards of defence personnel.

Over & Above Intake:

  • 15% of seats are reserved separately for international students.
  • 2 additional seats are allotted to children of migrants from the Jammu and Kashmir valley.

SIIB Pune Cutoff 2025

SIIB Pune considers SNAP scores for admission to its MBA programme. A percentile between 93 and 95 is generally considered safe for meeting the SIIB Pune SNAP cutoff. The SNAP 2025 cutoff for the Round 1 General Category is mentioned below:

Course Cutoff Percentile
MBA Agribusiness 93
MBA International Business 93
MBA Sustainability Management 93

SNAP Exam Pattern

SNAP exam 2025 will be held as a computer-based test (CBT) for 60 minutes in each test session. The test timings will be printed on the SNAP admit card.

Section Number of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
General English (Reading, Verbal Ability, and Reasoning) 15 1 15
Analytical & Logical Reasoning 25 1 25
Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Sufficiency 20 1 20
Total 60 - 60

SIIB Pune Admission 2026 FAQs

Ques. How much does it cost to apply for SIIB Pune admission?

Ans. Applicants have to pay the SNAP exam fee and the SIIB programme fee as given below:

Particulars Details
SNAP Exam Application Fee INR 2250 (mandatory for all MBA aspirants)
SIIB-Specific Application Fee INR 1,000 per program, payable online after SNAP registration

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Ques. Does SIIB Pune offer direct or management quota admission?

Ans. SIIB Pune grants admission strictly on merit. Candidates must appear for SNAP and then qualify in the next stages, including Group Exercise, Personal Interview, and Written Ability Test (GE-PIWAT).

The institute applies the official reservation policy for SC, ST, differently abled candidates, children or wards of defence personnel, migrants from Jammu & Kashmir, and international students.

SIIB does not provide management quota admission or donation-based direct admission. Every candidate, irrespective of category, must follow the prescribed admission process.

Ques. Is appearing for SNAP required for SIIB Pune MBA admission?

Ans. Yes, SNAP is compulsory for admission to SIIB Pune. Candidates first register for and appear in the SNAP test. Based on SNAP scores, selected applicants are invited for further rounds such as Group Exercise and Personal Interview (GEPI).

MBA admission at SIIB Pune is offered only through this process, as per the institute’s official admission rules.

Ques. What is the admission route for international MBA applicants at SIIB Pune?

Ans. International candidates are eligible to apply for the SIIB Pune MBA programme. They must hold a valid passport and visa, along with a graduation degree with at least 50% marks.

They also need to demonstrate English proficiency through tests such as IELTS or TOEFL. SIIB Pune reserves 15% of seats for international students. Such candidates must appear for SNAP or an equivalent test and then clear the Group Exercise and Personal Interview (GEPI).

Ques. Which kinds of topics are discussed in the SIIB Pune Group Exercise round?

Ans. During the GE round at SIIB Pune, candidates are placed in small groups and asked to discuss a given topic. The discussion continues for 10 to 15 minutes, after which each candidate has to summarise the topic. Topics used earlier include:

  • Aatmanirbhar Bharat
  • Government policies
  • Education
  • Globalisation vs nationalisation
  • Sprituality

Ques. What areas are covered in the SIIB Pune interview?

Ans. The interview at SIIB Pune usually lasts for 10 to 15 mins. Questions may focus on the candidate’s academic and professional background, career plans, personality traits and goals, current events, general awareness, hobbies, and personal interests.