The Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE) is a university-level entrance test conducted by VIT University for admission to B.Tech programs at its campuses in Vellore, Chennai, Bhopal, and Amaravati (AP). Established in 2001, VITEEE assesses candidates' knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, Aptitude, and English, serving as the sole criterion for over 5,000 seats across 20+ specialisations. Annually, more than 2 lakh candidates appear, making it one of India's most popular private engineering entrances. Unlike JEE Main, VITEEE focuses on speed and accuracy with no negative marking in core subjects, and it offers category-based rank lists for counselling. VIT, ranked among India's top private universities, ensures merit-based admissions with reservations for SC/ST/OBC and PwD candidates.
VITEEE 2026 Highlights
VITEEE 2026 features a revised pattern with 125 questions and negative marking introduced in the Aptitude and English sections.
Particular
Details
Exam Name
Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE)
Conducting Body
VIT University
Exam Level
University Level
Exam Frequency
Once a year
Mode of Exam
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Total Seats (Approx.)
5,000+ B.Tech seats
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Total Questions
125 MCQs
Total Marks
125
Marking Scheme
+1 for correct (PCM/Bio), –0.25 for incorrect in Aptitude & English, 0 for unattempted
Language
English only
Official Website
viteee.vit.ac.in
VITEEE 2026 Important Dates
VIT released the tentative schedule for VITEEE 2026. The official notification is expected in October 2025.
Event
Tentative Date
Notification Release
October 2025
Online Registration Starts
October 24, 2025
Last Date to Submit Application
March 31, 2026
Application Correction Window
April 2026
Slot Booking
April 2026
Admit Card Download
April 2026
VITEEE 2026 Exam Date
April 28 – May 3, 2026
Result Declaration
Second week of May 2026
Counselling Registration
May 2026
VITEEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet VIT's eligibility norms, verified during counselling. Non-fulfilment leads to disqualification.
Nationality: Indian nationals, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs eligible.
Age Limit: Born on or after July 1, 2004 (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC by 5 years).
Educational Qualification: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology (PCM/PCB).
Minimum Marks: Aggregate 60% in Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics/Biology (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
Appearing Candidates: Eligible if completing 10+2 in 2026.
Attempts: Maximum two attempts.
VITEEE 2026 Application Form: Step-by-Step Guide
The entire registration process is online only at viteee.vit.ac.in. Candidates can apply for all four campuses in a single form.
Visit viteee.vit.ac.in → Click “New Registration”
Register with name, mobile, email, DOB → Verify OTP → Generate Application Number & Password
Log in → Fill personal, academic (Class 10 & 12 details), address, campus preference
Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature
Correction Window: Usually 5–7 days in April 2026; editable fields include photo, signature, academic details, and test city. Name, DOB, mobile, and email cannot be changed.
Exam Centres: 120+ cities in India + Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Qatar. Candidates choose 3 preferred cities during registration; the final centre is allotted during slot booking.
Slot Booking: First-come-first-served basis in April 2026 (date & time selection).
VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern
VITEEE 2026 follows the latest revised pattern with 125 questions to be solved in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Negative marking is introduced only in the Aptitude and English sections.
Section
Subject
Questions
Marks
Marking
MPCEA
Mathematics
40
40
+1, no negative
Physics
35
35
+1, no negative
Chemistry
35
35
+1, no negative
BPCEA (B.Tech Bio stream)
Biology
40
40
+1, no negative
Physics
35
35
+1, no negative
Chemistry
35
35
+1, no negative
Common
Aptitude
10
10
+1, –0.25 negative
Common
English
5
5
+1, –0.25 negative
Total
125
125
VITEEE 2026 Detailed Syllabus
100% NCERT Class 11 & 12 syllabus. High-weightage topics:
Physics: Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics, Semiconductor
VITEEE vs JEE Main vs BITSAT vs SRMJEEE: Pattern, Difficulty & Qualifying Criteria Comparison
VITEEE, JEE Main, BITSAT, and SRMJEEE are popular engineering entrances, but vary in focus: JEE Main is conceptual and national, BITSAT speed-oriented with extras, VITEEE moderate with no negatives in core, SRMJEEE balanced for SRM. Difficulty: JEE Main > BITSAT > VITEEE > SRMJEEE. Qualifying: All merit-based, no fixed passing marks; ranks determine counselling.
Parameter
VITEEE
JEE Main
BITSAT
SRMJEEE
Conducting Body
VIT University
NTA
BITS Pilani
SRM Institute
Level
University
National
University
University
Questions / Marks
125 / 125
75 / 300
130 (+12 bonus) / 390
125 / 125
Duration
2.5 hours
3 hours
3 hours
2.5 hours
Subjects
PCM/Bio + Aptitude + English
PCM
PCM + English + LR
PCM/Bio + English + Aptitude
Negative Marking
No in PCM/Bio; –0.25 in Apt/Eng
Yes (–1)
Yes (–1)
No
Difficulty Level
Moderate (speed-focused, NCERT-based)
High (conceptual depth)
Moderate-High (time pressure)
Moderate (balanced)
Qualifying Criteria
Merit rank for counselling; no min score
Percentile-based; 90+ for top NITs
300+ for top branches
Merit rank; no min score
Cutoff (CSE, Top Campus)
Rank <10,000 (60+ marks)
98–99 percentile
300–330 marks
Rank <5,000
Competition Ratio
1:20 (2L applicants, 5K seats)
1:50+ (12L applicants)
1:150 (3L applicants, 2K seats)
1:15 (2L applicants)
How to Download VITEEE 2026 Admit Card
The admit card is released only after successful slot booking (first-come-first-served).
Visit viteee.vit.ac.in → Log in with Application Number & Password
Complete slot booking (date, time, centre)
Download the admit card instantly after slot confirmation
Print in colour and carry with original photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID)
The result is declared in the second week of May 2026. Equi-percentile method is used to normalise scores across shifts.
Rank list released based on raw marks (1 mark per question)
Separate category ranks (Cat 1 to 5) for the fee structure
Scorecard downloadable from viteee.vit.ac.in
Valid only for the 2026–27 academic year
VITEEE 2026 Counselling & Seat Allotment
Counselling is fully online and phase-wise.
Phase 1 to Phase 8 (based on rank)
Choice filling: Select campus + branch in order of preference
Seat allotment on the same day of counselling
Fee payment within 24–48 hours to confirm seat
Documents required: VITEEE rank card, 10th & 12th marksheets, transfer certificate, ID proof, category certificate (if applicable)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, significantly. VITEEE is NCERT-based, has no negative marking in Physics/Chemistry/Maths, and is shorter (125 questions in 150 minutes). JEE Main is conceptually deeper and has negative marking. Most students score 80–100+ in VITEEE vs 150–200 in JEE Main for a similar preparation level.
Rank under 1,000 (95–100+ marks) is safe for Category 1 CSE in the Vellore campus. Rank under 8,000 gets CSE in the Chennai campus.
No negative marking in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology. Only Aptitude (10 Qs) and English (5 Qs) have –0.25 for wrong answers.
No. VITEEE is mandatory for all regular B.Tech seats. Only the sports quota and NRI quota have separate routes.
Vellore is the oldest, most reputed, and has the best placements (highest package 1 Cr+). Chennai is newer but excellent for CSE/IT/ECE (almost same placements as Vellore for top branches).
₹3.07 lakh per year tuition (Group B branches) + ₹1.2–1.8 lakh hostel/mess. Total ≈ ₹4.3–4.9 lakh per year.
Yes, for all undergraduate students. AC and non-AC options available.
Yes. After the first year, branch change is allowed based on CGPA (usually 8.5+ required for CSE/IT).
VITEEE is slightly tougher than SRMJEEE (more Maths weightage) but easier than BITSAT (no bonus questions, less time pressure). Difficulty order: BITSAT > VITEEE > Manipal > SRMJEEE.
Usually first week of April 2026. It’s first-come-first-served – book early for a preferred date and city.
Around 2–2.2 lakh candidates registered and appeared.
Yes, 90–95% questions are directly from the NCERT textbooks. Supplement with previous-year papers and objective books for speed.
Yes. Top 100 rankers get a 100% tuition waiver (VITEEE merit scholarship). State/Central board toppers get 100% waiver for first year.
No direct management quota. All seats are filled through VITEEE merit and category ranks only.
For CSE/IT: VIT Vellore is preferred by most students due to 100% placement, higher average package (8–10 LPA), and better industry exposure. For core branches (Mechanical/Civil): NITs are better.
Usually 6–8 phases. Phase 1 for ranks 1–20,000, Phase 2 for 20,001–50,000, and so on till seats are filled.
Yes. Centres are available in Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Qatar. Same exam, same rank list.
No electronic devices, calculators, or smart watches are permitted.
For least preferred branches (Civil, Mechanical in Bhopal/AP): up to 1,00,000–1,50,000 rank in later phases.
No. Only 5 questions – very easy comprehension and grammar. Almost everyone scores 4–5/5.
Yes. Central/state board toppers and top 100 VITEEE rankers get 100% tuition fee waiver for all 4 years (GV Merit Scholarship).
Excellent. 2025 batch: 90%+ placement, highest 1.02 Cr (Amazon), average 8–9 LPA for CSE/IT, 6–7 LPA for core branches. 900+ companies visit.
CSE and IT are the most preferred (highest packages, 100% placement). Specialisations like CSE with AI/ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, Blockchain are very popular.
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