The university clarified that while SAT/ACT scores are accepted for general admissions, B.Tech applicants must compulsorily appear for both SNUSAT and APT.
SNUSAT 2026: Complete Exam Structure
| Category | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) at Pearson VUE Centres |
| Total Components | SNUSAT + APT (for selected programs) |
| SNUSAT Duration | 90 Minutes |
| SNUSAT Subjects | Quantitative Reasoning & Logical Reasoning |
| SNUSAT Question Count | 40 MCQ’s |
| APT Requirement | Mandatory for B.Tech & B.Sc. (Computer Science) |
| APT Subjects | Physics, Mathematics |
| APT Question Count | 40 MCQ’s |
| APT Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Question Type | MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Marking Scheme | No Negative Marking in SNUSAT |
| Conducting Body | Shiv Nadar University |
| Exam Purpose | Admission to Undergraduate Programs |
| Alternative Admissions | SAT/ACT accepted (SNUSAT + APT mandatory for B.Tech) |
SNUSAT 2026: Detailed Breakdown of Components
1. SNUSAT – General Assessment
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Total Questions: 40 MCQs
- Sections:
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Marking Scheme: No negative marking
2. APT – Academic Proficiency Test
- Compulsory For:
- B.Tech programs
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Questions: 40 MCQs
- Subjects Covered:
- Physics
- Mathematics
3. Exam Conduct & Purpose
- Both tests are delivered through CBT mode.
- Conducted and evaluated by Shiv Nadar University.
- Used for admission to various Undergraduate programs at SNU.
Key Highlights of SNUSAT 2026
- Computer-based, secure testing at Pearson VUE centers
- No negative marking, encouraging test-takers to attempt all questions
- APT is critical for engineering and computing programs
- SAT/ACT scores may be used for alternate admissions except B.Tech