The SNAP VA section, also known as the General English section, is generally considered easy to moderate and focuses more on grammar, vocabulary, and verbal reasoning. There are no Reading Comprehension (RC) passages in the SNAP exam.

Preparation Strategy for SNAP VA

1. Strengthen Your Grammar Fundamentals - The SNAP VA section is dominated by grammar-based questions. To ace this, you must have a strong grasp of grammar rules. Focus on topics like:

   • Sentence Correction and Error Spotting

   • Parts of Speech (Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, etc.)

   • Subject-Verb Agreement, Tenses, and Prepositions

   • Rules for Modifiers and Parallelism

   • Phrasal Verbs and Idioms

2. Build a Robust Vocabulary - Vocabulary based questions are a key component of the SNAP VA section. To score well, you should:

   • Read newspapers, articles, and books daily.

   • Maintain a notebook to jot down new words along with their meanings and usage.

   • Practice synonym, antonym, and fill in the blanks questions to improve your contextual understanding.

   • Use flashcards or mobile apps to memorize new words.

3. Practice Verbal Reasoning - This section tests your logical ability through language. Key topics include:

   • Analogies

   • Syllogisms and Logical Order

   • Parajumbles (sentence and paragraph arrangement)

   • Sentence Completion and Correction

Free and Authentic Study Material

• Official SNAP Mock Tests: The SNAP conducting body, Symbiosis International University (SIU), provides official mock tests on its website. These are the most authentic resources available as they mimic the actual exam pattern and difficulty level.
• Previous Year Question Papers: Solving previous years' SNAP question papers is a highly effective way to understand the exam's structure and the types of questions asked. Many coaching institutes and educational websites provide these papers for free.
  
  
• YouTube Channels: Channels from major coaching institutes often have free video lessons and strategy sessions dedicated to the SNAP exam. They cover topics, solve previous year's questions, and give last-minute preparation tips.