VITEEE 2026: Exam Dates, Pattern, Syllabus, and Details

The VIT Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE 2026) is the official entrance test conducted by Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) for admission to its B.Tech and other undergraduate engineering programs across VIT campuses in India.

VITEEE 2026 Exam Dates

The VITEEE 2026 exam is expected to be held between 28th April and 3rd May 2026 (tentatively) at selected test centres across India and abroad.
The number of exam days may vary depending on the test city.

Exam Highlights

Exam Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Medium of Exam: English
Number of Attempts: Candidates can appear only once for VITEEE 2026.
(Multiple attempts will lead to cancellation of application and admission.)

VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern

The VITEEE question paper will consist of 125 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) divided into five sections.

Marking Scheme:

Correct Answer: +4 Marks
Wrong Answer: -1 Mark
Unanswered / Marked for Review: 0 Marks

Important Information

Candidates must bring their admit card and valid ID proof to the exam centre.
The application and counselling fees are non-refundable.
VITEEE 2026 will be held only once, and any violation may result in cancellation of the application.

Why Appear for VITEEE 2026?

VIT is one of India’s top-ranked private universities known for its academic excellence, world-class infrastructure, and strong placement record. Clearing VITEEE 2026 gives students the opportunity to join prestigious B.Tech programs at VIT campuses in Vellore, Chennai, Amaravati, and Bhopal.

Application Process

Step 1 – New User Registration
Step 2 - Sign In for Registered User
Step 3 – Filling Online Application form
Step 4 - Payment
Step 5 – Photo and Signature Upload
Step 6 – Download Filled in Application Form

VIT-Vellore

B.Tech. Biotechnology
B.Tech. Chemical Engineering
B.Tech. Civil Engineering
B.Tech. Civil Engineering (in collaboration with L&T)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Bioinformatics)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering and Business Systems (in collaboration with TCS)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)

B.Tech. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
B.Tech. Electrical and Computer Science Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)
B.Tech. Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology)
B.Tech. Health Sciences and Technology
B.Tech. Information Technology
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Electric Vehicles)
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Smart Manufacturing)

VIT-Chennai

B.Tech. Biotechnology
B.Tech. Civil Engineering
B.Tech. Civil Engineering (in collaboration with L&T)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Physical Systems)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) (2+2 Dual Degree with Deakin University)

B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Quantum Computing)
B.Tech. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
B.Tech. Electrical and Computer Science Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics and Computer Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology)
B.Tech. Fashion Technology
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering
B.Tech. Mechatronics and Automation
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Electric Vehicles)

VIT-AP

B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering

B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Blockchain)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Analytics)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Software Engineering)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Business Systems

B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering (Embedded Systems)
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering (VLSI)
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Automotive Design)
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Robotics)

VIT-Bhopal

B.Tech. Aerospace Engineering
B.Tech. Bioengineering
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering
B.Tech - Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning)
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (Cloud Computing & Automation)
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (Cyber Security & Digital Forensics)
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (E-Commerce Technology)

B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (Education Technology)
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (Gaming Technology)
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (Health Informatics)
B.Tech. Electronics & Communication Engineering
B.Tech. Electronics & Communication Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Cybernetics)
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering
B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Robotics)

Eligibility

Nationality

1. The applicant for VITEEE should be a Resident / Non-Resident Indian National / OCI / PIO Holder.
2. NRI applicants can directly apply under 'NRI Category' through NRI application form. (Will be available shortly)
3. Foreign applicants who studied/studying abroad can apply directly through the International application form. (Will be available shortly)

Age Limit

- Candidates whose date of birth falls on or after 1st July 2004 are eligible to apply for VITEEE-2026.
- The date of birth as recorded in the High School / SSC / X Certificate will be considered authentic.
- Applicants should produce this certificate in original as proof of their age at the time of counselling/admission, failing which their candidacy for admission will be disqualified.

Qualifying Examination

Candidates appearing for the VITEEE-2026 should have either completed or shall be appearing in any one of the following qualifying examinations in 2026

The final examination of the 10+2 system, conducted by any recognized Central/ State Board, such as the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi; Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations or any other Board accepted by VIT as equivalent to 10+2 examination.
Intermediate or two-year Pre-University Examination conducted by a recognized Board/ University.

General Certificate Education (GCE) examination (London/Cambridge/Srilanka) at the Advanced (A) level.

High School Certificate Examination of the Cambridge University/Pearson Edexcel regulated by UK
For PCM : Physics & Mathematics - A Level/ Chemistry - A/AS Level and English - A/AS Level
For PCB : Physics & Biology - A Level/ Chemistry - A/AS Level and English - A/AS Level

High School Certificate Examination of the International Baccalaureate Diploma of the International Baccalaureate Office, Geneva.
For PCM : Physics & Mathematics - HL, Chemistry - SL/HL
For PCB : Physics & Biology - HL, Chemistry - SL/HL

Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling with minimum of 5 subjects as recognized by central board.
Applicants who have completed the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination outside India should produce an equivalence certificate to the effect that the examination they have passed is equivalent to the Class 12 Examination with grade/CGPA converted to percentage.

Candidates who have studied in Regular, Full Time and Formal Education are alone eligible to apply. Candidates who have appeared for multiple board examinations in the same academic year are not eligible.

For Indian nationals attending VITEEE 2026 is mandatory to be eligible for B.Tech. admission.
In case VITEEE 2026 gets cancelled due to natural calamities or causes beyond the control of the institute, qualifying criteria may be substituted with higher secondary marks. Applicants shall be informed accordingly.

Requirement in the Qualifying Examination

Applicants should be qualified for admission to collegiate education.
Applicants applying for the Undergraduate Engineering admission in 2026 should have passed with minimum aggregate of 60% of marks in Mathematics (M), Physics (P) and Chemistry (C) and with not less than 50% in Mathematics in the qualifying examination (+2/HSC/Intermediate). Refer admission eligiblity criteria for admission to B.Tech. programme.
Applicants applying for the Undergraduate Engineering admission in 2026 should have passed with minimum aggregate of 60% of marks in Biology (B), Physics (P) and Chemistry (C) and with not less than 50% of marks in Biology in the qualifying examination (+2/HSC/Intermediate). Refer admission eligiblity criteria for admission to B.Tech. programme.
Applicants applying for the Undergraduate Engineering admission in 2026 should have passed with minimum aggregate of 50% in Physics (P), Chemistry (C), and Mathematics (M) / Biology (B) in the qualifying examination (+2/HSC/Intermediate) for the following categories :

Applicants belonging to SC/ST
Applicants hailing from Jammu and Kashmir/ Ladakh and the Northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura. Certificate to prove community / nativity should be produced at the time of counselling, failing which they will not be considered for admission.

Admission Eligibility Criteria

PCMB/PCM applicants who have attempted Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English and Aptitude (MPCEA) in VITEEE 2026 with 60% aggregate of marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and with not less than 50% of marks in Mathematics in +2/HSC/Intermediate examination are eligible for admission to all B. Tech Programmes
PCMB/PCB applicants who have attempted Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English and Aptitude (BPCEA) in VITEEE 2026 or PCB applicants who have attempted Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English and Aptitude (MPCEA) in VITEEE 2026 with 60% aggregate marks in Biology, Physics and Chemistry and with not less than 50% of marks in Biology in +2/HSC/Intermediate examination are eligible for admission to the following programmes only:

B.Tech. Biotechnology (VIT - Vellore, VIT - Chennai)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Bioinformatics), (VIT - Vellore)
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering (Biomedical Engineering), (VIT - Vellore)
B.Tech. Health Sciences and Technology (VIT - Vellore)
B.Tech. Bioengineering (VIT - Bhopal)
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Health Informatics), (VIT - Bhopal)
B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering (Education Technology), (VIT - Bhopal)