SSBF: Ranking, Courses, Fees, Admission 2024, Placements

Sushmita Sundas

Updated on - Aug 22, 2024

SSBF MBA admission 2025 is ongoing and will be based on SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) 2023. The SNAP 2023 results were released on January 10, 2024. SNAP 2024 registration is now open. The registration deadline is November 22, 2024. The following dates are set for the Computer-Based SNAP 2024 exam: December 8, December 15, and December 21, 2024. The results of SNAP 2024 are expected on January 5, 2025.

Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance, established in 2010, is run under the aegis of Symbiosis International University. It offers an MBA in Banking and Finance to train individuals in the Banking and Financial Services Sector. Admissions are strictly based on SNAP test followed by GE-PIWAT.

SSBF Pune was recognised as one of the Top 100 B-Schools in India in 2023 by OPEN Magazine. In addition to the modern infrastructure and updated curriculum, SSBF is also known for its placements. In 2023, the highest package offered was INR 19.59 LPA, and the average package was INR 10.56 LPA.

SSBF Highlights 2024

Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance Pune is a premiere banking and financial education institution established to meet the growing needs of the banking sector. The key highlights of the institute are mentioned below:

SSBF Admission 2024

SSBF admission 2025 is ongoing for the MBA course. The admission will be based on the SNAP 2023 test, and the registration is ongoing on the official website. The candidates can refer to the following steps while applying online:

• Go to the official website and click on the Register Now tab.
• Proceed by filing the personal details and registering for the SNAP 2023 test.
• Submit the application and appear in the test.

SSBF Pune offers 80 seats in the MBA Banking and Finance (MBA-B&F) course. Once the SNAP 2024 result is released, the shortlisted candidates will have to appear in the GE-PIWAT rounds to secure a seat in the course.

SSBF Eligibility Criteria

The candidates must meet the institute's eligibility criteria to be considered for final admission. The eligibility criteria are given below:

MBA B&F Eligibility Criteria

• The candidate must have passed Graduation from any recognised University / Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% or equivalent grade for SC/ST).
• A valid SNAP score.

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SSBF Admission Dates 2025

SSBF Pune admission 2025 is ongoing for the MBA B&F course. The admission is based on the SNAP 2023 test. Important dates related to the exam and admission are mentioned below:

SSBF Ranking

SSBF has been ranked among the top 100 management institutes in the country. Some of the SSBF rankings are mentioned below:

Some other SSBF Pune national rankings are mentioned below:

• It was ranked 102nd among MBA colleges by The week in 2022.
• SSBF was recognised among the top 5 schools of Banking and Finance Services in India 2022 by Business Connect magazine - September 2022.
• It was ranked 18 among India’s Top 50 Non-IIMs B-Schools surveyed by The Academic Insights in June 2021.
• SSBF was featured under "The 10 Best Educational Institutes In India 2020" by Innovative Zone magazine in July 2020.

SSBF Courses

Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance offers one postgraduate course in management. The MBA B&F course is offered in a regular and full-time format. More details about the course are mentioned below:

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SSBF Fee Details

The SSBF fee structure is divided into four instalments paid during the two years. The SSBF fees include academic and non-academic fees such as hostel, mess and security deposit. The total fees of the MBA-B&F course are mentioned below:

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SSBF Cutoff

SSBF cutoff 2024 will be released soon after the SNAP 2024 scores are released. The cutoff depends on the seat intake, average student performance and the previous year’s cutoffs.

SNAP Section-wise Weightage

SSBF SNAP Cutoff 2024 (Expected)

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SSBF Pune Placements

SSBF placements are one of the key features of the institute. The placements cell at the institute organises placement drives and prepares the students for the placement season by imparting soft skills and interview skills and conducting guest lectures/career counselling sessions to help students make the right career decisions.

The key highlights of the SSBF placements 2023 are mentioned below:

• 100% placements recorded.
• The highest package offered was INR 19.59 LPA.
• The average package offered was INR 10.56 LPA.

Symbiosis School of Business and Finance Top Recruiters

More than 20 BFSI and allied recruiters visited the campus for the placements. They have offered roles like Analyst, Relationship Management, Deputy Manager, Credit Risk Management, Consultant and Wealth Manager.

Some of the SSBF top recruiters are mentioned below:

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Why Choose Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance?

SSBF is a private BFSI-centric institute under the Symbiosis International University. It was established in 2010 and continues to offer excellent education, infrastructure and placements to the students. The salient features of the institute include:

1. Unique Course

The MBA Banking and Finance at SSBF is a one-of-a-kind course that caters to preparing banking and finance professionals with all theoretical and practical skills.

2. Interactive Pedagogy

The course curriculum is taught using the Bloomberg and Capital Line terminals, which include news, data and analytics platforms online and in real-time, allowing students to work on real-time data.

3. Certifications

SSBF encourages MBA B&F students in Securities and Commodities, Derivatives, Securities Analysis and Portfolio Management and Mergers and acquisitions. Such certificates impart an enhanced understanding of markets.

4. Workshops and Guest Lectures

The institute regularly organizes workshops and guest lectures in entrepreneurship, banking, markets and finances that facilitate multifaceted learning.

Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance Infrastructure

SSBF has a well-built infrastructure that offers a conducive learning environment. The facilities available at the institute are mentioned below:

• Library
• Auditorium
• Classrooms
• Business Lab
• Bloomberg Terminal
• Recreational Center
• Hostels

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SSBF Pune Scholarship

Symbiosis Institute of Computer Science and Research offers financial assistance in the form of scholarships. These are offered based on merit in the qualifying examination and or the socio-economic background of the students. Some of the scholarships offered at SSBF Pune are mentioned below:

SSBF Faculty

SSBF Pune has a strength of 11 faculty members at the institute. The faculty is highly experienced and holds doctoral degrees in their specialisations. The faculty is research-oriented and has published over 100 research articles in top journals.

Some of the achievements of different faculty members are mentioned below:

SSBF Alumni

SSBF Pune has a roster of high-achieving alumni who have brought laurels to the institute. The SSBF alumni also conduct guest lectures, workshops and talks to encourage students in all spheres of life.

Some of the SSBF notable alumni are mentioned below:

SSBF Collaborations

Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance has collaborated with various international and national institutions to offer student exchange programs and research and development opportunities.

International Collaborations

National Collaborations

• TATA Institute of Social Science (TISS), Mumbai