SIBM Nagpur (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Nagpur) takes admission to its MBA and MBA in Food and Agri-Business Management programmes through SNAP. The full programme fee is INR 20,79,300. Students who clear the SNAP cutoff must also attend the Group Exercise and Personal Interaction rounds held by SIBM Nagpur.

The institute manages admission under the Symbiosis International (Deemed University) system. SIBM Nagpur does not use centralised state counselling or a management quota for admission.

Admission Update:
  • MBA and MBA-FABM 2026-28 batch: Admission is over. The first merit list came out on February 18, 2026, and classes for the 2026-28 batch started on June 1, 2026.
  • MBA 2027-29 batch: SNAP 2026 registration is open for the next admission cycle. SNAP 2026 Test 01 is scheduled on December 13, 2026, and SIBM Nagpur is expected to shortlist students for GE-PI in January 2027.
  • SNAP is compulsory for SIBM Nagpur MBA admission. The institute does not accept CAT, MAT, or XAT scores.
  • Eligibility: Students need a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate from a recognised university. Final-year graduation students can also apply.
  • Selection weightage: SNAP score has 50 marks, Group Exercise has 10 marks, and Personal Interaction has 40 marks. The final score is calculated out of 100 marks.
  • Nagpur domicile benefit: Students with Nagpur domicile pay an annual academic fee of INR 3,82,075, while non-Nagpur students pay INR 4,49,500.
  • SNAP 2026 gives students up to three attempts. SIBM Nagpur uses the best score for shortlisting.

SIBM Nagpur Admission Portal 2026: sibmnagpur.edu.in

SIBM Nagpur Important Dates 2026

Event Date
SNAP 2026 registration and payment closes November 25, 2026
SNAP 2026 Admit Card for Test 01 December 7, 2026
SNAP 2026 Admit Card for Test 02 December 11, 2026
SNAP 2026 Admit Card for Test 03 December 18, 2026
SNAP 2026 Test 01 December 13, 2026
SNAP 2026 Test 02 December 19, 2026
SNAP 2026 Test 03 December 26, 2026
SNAP 2026 result January 12, 2027
GE-PI shortlist by SIBM Nagpur January 2027
GE-PI rounds January to February 2027
First merit list February 2027

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

SIBM Nagpur PG Admission 2026

SIBM Nagpur offers two full-time residential PG programmes: MBA and MBA in Food and Agri-Business Management. Admission to both courses is based on SNAP 2026 for the 2027-29 batch. For the 2026-28 batch, the General category cutoff was 55 to 60 SNAP marks.

SIBM Nagpur PG Courses and Eligibility 2026

Programme Eligibility Selection Criteria
MBA (Full-Time) Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% aggregate from a recognised university. Final-year students may apply SNAP score followed by Group Exercise and Personal Interaction at SIBM Nagpur
MBA Food and Agri-Business Management Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% aggregate. Science, agriculture, or management background preferred SNAP score followed by Group Exercise and Personal Interaction at SIBM Nagpur

SIBM Nagpur PG Fees 2026

Programme Total Fee Annual Academic Fee
MBA (Full-Time) INR 20,79,300 Non-Nagpur domicile: INR 4,49,500; Nagpur domicile: INR 3,82,075
MBA Food and Agri-Business Management INR 20,79,300 Non-Nagpur domicile: INR 4,49,500; Nagpur domicile: INR 3,82,075

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

  • Students must complete SNAP 2026 registration separately and choose SIBM Nagpur as a preferred institute.
  • SNAP scores are considered from the best attempt across the three test windows. A student can appear in one, two, or all three tests.
  • For SIBM Nagpur, the expected General category SNAP cutoff is 55 to 60 marks, based on the 2026-28 admission cycle.
  • The 2025 average CTC for MBA-FABM graduates was INR 11.94 LPA.
  • Students from agriculture, food science, engineering, or management backgrounds are especially suitable for MBA-FABM.

SIBM Nagpur PG Selection Process 2026

The selection process starts after SNAP. SIBM Nagpur first shortlists students on the basis of the SNAP score. Shortlisted students then attend Group Exercise and Personal Interaction at the campus. The final merit list is prepared from a 100-point composite score.

Selection Component Marks
SNAP Score 50 marks
Group Exercise (GE) 10 marks
Personal Interaction (PI) 40 marks
Total 100 marks
  • The SNAP score has 50% weightage in the final score, so it is the main factor for the shortlist.
  • Personal Interaction carries 40 marks. Students should prepare for business awareness, career goals, and basic management thinking.
  • Group Exercise checks how a student communicates, works in a team, leads a discussion, and responds in a case-based activity.
  • For the 2026-28 batch, the first merit list was declared on February 18, 2026. Waitlist movement continued after that.

How to Apply for PG Courses at SIBM Nagpur?

  1. Register for SNAP 2026 at snaptest.org and select SIBM Nagpur as a preferred institute.
  2. Appear for any one or more SNAP 2026 tests on December 13, December 19, or December 26, 2026. The best score will be used.
  3. After the SNAP 2026 result on January 12, 2027, complete the SIBM Nagpur admission step if shortlisted.
  4. Attend the Group Exercise and Personal Interaction rounds at SIBM Nagpur in January to February 2027.
  5. Check the merit list in February 2027. Students who get an offer must accept it and pay the seat confirmation fee before the deadline.

Note: SNAP 2026 registration and SIBM Nagpur institute registration are separate steps. Clearing the SNAP cutoff does not by itself confirm a GE-PI call. Students must also complete the required SIBM Nagpur admission process within the given deadline after the SNAP result.

SIBM Nagpur Cutoff 2026

SIBM Nagpur used SNAP 2025 for the 2026-28 batch. The General category cutoff for MBA admission in that cycle was 55 to 60 SNAP marks. Reserved category students may be shortlisted at lower scores. The institute will publish the cutoff for the 2027-29 batch after the SNAP 2026 result.

Scholarships at SIBM Nagpur

SIBM Nagpur gives eligible students scholarships and fee concessions through the Symbiosis International University framework.

  • Nagpur Domicile Concession: Students with valid Nagpur domicile pay INR 3,82,075 as the annual academic fee. Students without Nagpur domicile pay INR 4,49,500. This lowers the fee burden for local students.
  • Merit Scholarships: Symbiosis International University gives merit-based scholarships to top-ranking students. The award amount and eligibility are shared at the start of the academic session. Students can contact the SIBM Nagpur student affairs office for current details.
  • Education Loan Assistance: SIBM Nagpur helps students with education loan documents. The institute provides the bonafide letter and other papers that banks need for loan processing.

SIBM Nagpur Admission FAQs

Ques. What SNAP score is usually needed for SIBM Nagpur MBA?

Ans. For the General category, SIBM Nagpur MBA admission is expected to need 55 to 60 marks in SNAP, based on the 2026-28 admission cycle. Reserved category students may get calls at lower marks. The 2027-29 batch cutoff will be released after the SNAP 2026 result.

Ques. Which entrance test does SIBM Nagpur accept for MBA admission?

Ans. SIBM Nagpur accepts only SNAP, which means Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, for MBA and MBA-FABM admission. CAT, XAT, MAT, GMAT, and other exam scores are not accepted. Students must register for SNAP 2026 at snaptest.org and choose SIBM Nagpur as a preferred institute.

Ques. How much does the MBA programme cost at SIBM Nagpur?

Ans. The two-year MBA fee at SIBM Nagpur is INR 20,79,300. The annual academic fee is INR 4,49,500 for non-Nagpur domicile students and INR 3,82,075 for Nagpur domicile students. Fees may change, so students should check sibmnagpur.edu.in for the latest amount.

Ques. What happens after a student clears the SNAP cutoff for SIBM Nagpur?

Ans. Students shortlisted after SNAP attend two more rounds at SIBM Nagpur: Group Exercise for 10 marks and Personal Interaction for 40 marks. The SNAP score carries 50 marks. The final admission score is calculated out of 100 marks.

Ques. Can students take SNAP more than once for SIBM Nagpur admission?

Ans. Yes. SNAP 2026 will be held in three windows on December 13, December 19, and December 26, 2026. Students may take one, two, or all three tests. SIBM Nagpur will use the best SNAP score for shortlisting.

Ques. What graduation marks are required for SIBM Nagpur MBA?

Ans. Students must have at least 50% aggregate in a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Final-year students can also apply, but they must submit the degree certificate before joining the programme.

Ques. Is there any fee benefit for Nagpur domicile students at SIBM Nagpur?

Ans. Yes. Students with valid Nagpur domicile pay INR 3,82,075 as the annual academic fee, while non-Nagpur domicile students pay INR 4,49,500. This benefit starts in the first year and applies to both years of the programme.

Ques. When is the SIBM Nagpur merit list released?

Ans. SIBM Nagpur released the first merit list for the 2026-28 batch on February 18, 2026. For the 2027-29 batch through SNAP 2026, the first merit list is expected in February 2027, after GE-PI rounds in January to February 2027.

Ques. What is MBA-FABM at SIBM Nagpur?

Ans. MBA in Food and Agri-Business Management, also called MBA-FABM, is a two-year full-time course at SIBM Nagpur. It is meant for careers in food processing, agri-supply chains, and rural marketing. Admission follows the same SNAP-based process as the regular MBA. The total fee is INR 20,79,300, and the 2025 average placement package for MBA-FABM graduates was INR 11.94 LPA.