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At the SNAP exam centre, a candidate will be allowed to carry only certain items. Since the exam is held under CCTV vigilance, candidates must not try to sneak in any document or item which is not authorized by the exam authorities or mentioned in the exam day instruction guide. Here we have mentioned the items that candidates are allowed to carry inside the SNAP test centre.

• Colour prints out of SNAP admit card
• 2-3 passport size photo
• Photo ID such as Voter ID card, Passport, Driving License, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card
• Black/blue ball point pen for signing the attendance sheet

You should also know the items that are prohibited inside the SNAP exam hall. Check below that list.

• Mobile phone
• Watch
• Calculator
• Note books or paper
• Stationary items
• Accessories having metal
• Outfits with pockets and hoodies
• Caps and headgears
• Closed shoes
• Bags and valuables

According to the exam guidelines issued by SNAP authorities, the candidates are required to carry colour print outs in A4 size of the admit card to the test centre. The candidates must carry two print outs of their SNAP admit card to the examination centre. They are also required to paste a passport size photo on the hard copies of the admit card. The photo should preferably be the same as uploaded with the SNAP application form. If not, then it should be recently clicked and not more than three months old. Candidates must read all the important guidelines mentioned on the SNAP admit card in order to not make a mistake regarding documents and identification process.

The Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham MBA programme has stringent academic and entrance exam standards that candidates must meet in order to be considered. Initially, candidates must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum of 50% overall; however, government regulations may allow for a percentage reduction for students in the reserved category. Candidates must possess a valid score from any of the national management entrance tests, including the CAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, or CMAT, in addition to their academic credentials. Although not a must, job experience is frequently valued and can be advantageous, particularly for those aiming for specialised MBA programs. Additionally, since English is the primary language of education, proficiency in the language is crucial, especially for students from non-English-speaking backgrounds.

For every SNAP exam session, candidates are supposed to carry two colour print outs of their SNAP admit card in A4 size, and a recent passport size photo affixed on it. Along with the hard copy of the admit card, candidates are required to carry the original copy of the photo identity proof issued by the Government of India to the SNAP exam centre. They can carry any one of the following photo IDs:

• Voter ID Card
• Aadhar Card
• PAN Card
• Passport
• Driving License
• College ID Card

If you are not carrying the original photo ID, you will not be able to complete the identification process and consequently will not be given the permission to enter the premises and appear in the exams.

Yes, each SNAP admit card contains the details of exam centre allotted to the candidate. The admit card will have essential details related to SNAP exam centre such as address, location, map, exam timing as well as entry process and guidelines. Candidates must arrange transport for reaching the exam centre on time. If a candidate reaches the centre after the gates have been closed they will not be allowed to enter the venue.

The exam timings of SNAP 2024 will most likely be 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (first exam) and 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (second and third exam). Candidates must reach their SNAP exam centre two hours before the commencement of exam or as per the reporting time mentioned in the admit card.

In case, there is a mistake or error on the SNAP admit card, the candidates must contact the exam helpdesk to get the error rectified. They should get the error rectified before the exam date. SNAP help desk contact details are mentioned above on this page. The SNAP admit card is required after the entrance exam too. Thus, it is important to get the error rectified if there is any.

The candidate must preserve the rectified SNAP admit cards until the end of admission process. The admission authorities can ask for the SNAP admit card for authentication purpose during Group Exercise (GE), Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) round and at the time of final admission. 

There is no provision to change the exam centre once the SNAP application form has been submitted. Candidates have to appear for the test only at that exam centre which is mentioned on the SNAP admit card. Therefore, to ensure that you don’t get a faraway exam centre, select the test cities in the SNAP application form carefully. Select your home city or current city as the first preference as the examination authorities strive to allotted exam centres to candidates in the first city of choice.

In order to avoid any inconvenience on the exam day, candidates must check the location of the SNAP exam centre mentioned in their admit card at least a day before the exam. Knowing the distance and mode of transport will help candidates make the travel plan on the exam day in such a way that they reach the test centre on time.

No, only the original printout of the SNAP admit card will be accepted at the exam centre. No other form of admit card is considered valid for identification of the candidate as it has to be signed and stamped by the invigilator. So, only hard copies of the SNAP admit card is acceptable. Make sure you carry two copies of the SNAP admit card to the exam centre. 

After downloading your SNAP admit card form the official website, take a colour print out of the same in A4 size sheet. Affix a recent passport size photo (preferably the one uploaded with the SNAP application form). Do not sign or mark any part of the SNAP admit card beforehand otherwise, it will be treated as invalid.

Yes, the SNAP admit card is released session wise. For every exam session, the admit card will release separately. The dates of SNAP admit card release are announced by the exam authorities with the exam schedule. Candidates will have to carry the admit card specific to the session. They cannot use the admit card of previous session to gain entry to the next session. They will not be allowed to enter the SNAP test centre if they are not carrying the correct admit card.

The process to download for SNAP admit cards of every session is the same. Candidates will be issued admit card for only those sessions which they shall have registered for. Thus, candidates must ensure they carry the correct admit card for each session.

SNAP admit card is issued to candidates in online mode. The link to download the hall ticket is activated at the exam website. You will require your SNAP application number and password for it. Here are the steps to follow for downloading the SNAP admit card.

• Go to the SNAP TEST website
• Click on login tab
• Enter application number and password
• The admit card will open
• Download it and save as PDF

Candidates must note that the SNAP admit card is not sent to any candidate through post. The only way to access SNAP admit card is by downloading it from the official website of the SNAP Test. Candidates can download their admit card on laptop, desktop or smart phone and then take print outs of the same show it at the exam centre.

Whether you can get admission to a 2-year B.Sc. IT (Information Technology) programme after completing a Diploma in Pharmacy depends on several factors, such as:

Eligibility Criteria of the University:
Different universities that offer lateral entry or standard B.Sc. IT admission have different examination and admission needs. Generally:

There are universities that open doors for Diploma holders in other disciplines (CS, IT or engineering) for B.Sc IT.
Thus, the lateral entry on the basis of a Diploma in pharmacy can still be tricky even if you get it, unless the said institution mentions that fact.
Bridge or Foundation Courses:
However, extra bridge or foundation courses in Information Technology or Science, as deemed necessary for eligibility may be required.

State or Country Regulations:
They compare admission policies both between their countries and the United States, as well as by the type of educational system. While some regions may allow delegates to be nominated based on relatively relaxed eligibility conditions, others may place a lot of stringency in entry into the different streams.

Entrance Exams:
Another example would be where the university conducts an entrance exam to admit students to B.Sc IT and passing this test you could be admitted despite having dropped pharmacy.

Recommendations:
Check Specific University Criteria: It is advisable to parents to visit the various websites of universities offering B.Sc. IT programs as well as the admission offices for clarity on the eligibility of students.
Explore Alternate Pathways: In case a direct admission into a B.Sc. IT isn't possible, one could enroll for a Diploma or a certificate programme in IT or computer Science in other to lay down a good base first before continuing with the degree program.
Consult Educational Counselors: They can direct you depending on the opportunity in your location.