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VITEEE 2026: Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility, Registration, Pattern & VIT Admission Guide

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Updated on March 10, 2026

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  • 19 Jun, 2026: VITEEE Passing Marks Update
    An important update regarding VITEEE passing marks has been reported. Candidates should review the latest information to understand the minimum scores required for qualification. Stay informed about the updated criteria for VITEEE admissions.
  • 17 Jun, 2026: VITEEE 2026 Phase 5 Choice Filling Live; Vacant Seats & Allotment Details
    VIT Vellore is conducting Phase 5 VITEEE 2026 choice filling from June 17-18 (5 PM) for ranks above 1,00,000. Seat allotments for this phase will be declared on June 20, 2026, at vit.ac.in. Vacant seats are available, with CSE options likely in VIT AP and Bhopal.
  • 16 Jun, 2026: VITEEE 2026 Phase 5 Choice-Filling Starts Tomorrow
    VITEEE 2026 Phase 5 Choice-Filling is set to begin tomorrow. Aspirants participating in VIT Counselling should note this important update. The official schedule and details on available seats for counselling are now accessible, guiding candidates through the selection process.
  • 15 Jun, 2026: VITEEE 2026 Cutoff for VIT Bhopal Announced
    The VITEEE 2026 cutoff for VIT Bhopal has been officially announced. This update provides crucial information for prospective students seeking admission to various programs at VIT Bhopal through the VITEEE 2026 examination.
  • 10 Jun, 2026: VITEEE 2026 Phase IV Seat Allotment Result Out
    The VITEEE 2026 Phase IV Seat Allotment results have been declared. Candidates can now check their allotment status and follow the steps provided. Important details regarding the fee payment last date are also available.
  • 09 Jun, 2026: VITEEE Seat Matrix Released
    The VITEEE Seat Matrix has been officially released. This update provides detailed information on the available seats for various programs and campuses. Candidates are advised to review the matrix for upcoming counselling and admission processes.
  • 03 Jun, 2026: VITEEE 2026 Counselling: Phase IV Choice-Filling, Seat Allotment Result Update
    VITEEE Counselling 2026 Phase IV updates have been released. This includes information regarding the choice-filling process for Phase IV and the latest seat allotment result. Candidates can also find details on the current possibility of securing a CSE branch.
  • 02 Jun, 2026: VITEEE Counselling 2026: Admission Confirmation & Provisional Allotment Letter Download
    An important update for VITEEE Counselling 2026 candidates is available. Learn how to check your admission confirmation status and download your Provisional Allotment Letter. This information is vital for candidates participating in the ongoing counselling process.
  • 01 Jun, 2026: VITEEE Eligibility: Maths 50% Requirement for VIT Admission
    An important update clarifies a specific aspect of VITEEE eligibility criteria. It addresses whether obtaining 50% marks in Mathematics is a mandatory requirement for admission to various programs at VIT. Candidates applying through VITEEE should check this detail.
  • 28 May, 2026: VITEEE 2026 Phase 3 Counselling Starts Today for Ranks 45,001-70,000
    VIT has commenced VITEEE 2026 Phase 3 counselling today, May 28, for candidates with ranks 45,001 to 70,000. Online choice filling is open until May 29, 5 PM, with seat allotment results on May 31. Eligible candidates can apply via vit.ac.in and must complete advance fee payment by June 6.

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What is VITEEE?

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
  • Pay application fee online (Net Banking / Card / UPI)
  • Submit and download the filled application + payment receipt

VITEEE 2026 Application Fees

Non-refundable fee (2025 fee; expected same for 2026):

Mode Fee (INR)
Online Application ₹ 1,350
NRI / Foreign Candidates USD 90

Document Specifications for Upload

Images must strictly follow VIT guidelines:

Document Size Format Specific Requirements
Passport-size Photograph 10 KB – 100 KB JPG/JPEG Recent colour, white background, 3.5 × 4.5 cm
Signature 10 KB – 100 KB JPG/JPEG Black ink on white paper, 3.5 × 1.5 cm

VITEEE 2026 Application Correction Window & Exam Centres

VIT provides a limited correction facility.

  • 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
  • Chemistry: p-block, d-block, Coordination, Organic reactions, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium
  • Mathematics: Calculus, Vectors & 3D, Matrices, Probability, Complex Numbers
  • Biology: Genetics, Biotechnology, Human Physiology, Ecology
  • Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Syllogism, Number Series, Clocks, Calendars
  • English: Comprehension, Grammar, Pronunciation

Best Books for VITEEE 2026 Preparation

Subject Book Author / Publisher
Physics Concepts of Physics Vol 1 & 2 H.C. Verma
Physics Understanding Physics Series DC Pandey (Arihant)
Chemistry Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations R.C. Mukherjee
Chemistry Organic Chemistry O.P. Tandon
Mathematics Objective Mathematics Vol 1 & 2 R.D. Sharma
Mathematics Skills in Mathematics Series Arihant
Aptitude Quantitative Aptitude R.S. Aggarwal
English Word Power Made Easy Norman Lewis
Full Package VITEEE 17 Years Chapter-wise Solved Papers Disha / Arihant
Branch & Campus 2025 Closing Rank 2024 Closing Rank 2023 Closing Rank Approx. Marks
CSE – Vellore 950 1,050 900 95–100+
CSE with Specialisation (AI/ML, Cyber Sec, etc.) – Vellore 2,800 3,000 2,500 85–90
CSE – Chennai 8,000 8,500 7,500 70–80
ECE – Vellore 7,000 7,500 6,500 75–85
IT – Vellore 2,500 2,800 2,300 88–92
CSE – Bhopal / AP 15,000–20,000 16,000–22,000 14,000–18,000 60–70

VIT BTech Fees (Per Year, 2026–27 Expected)

Category Rank Range Annual Tuition Fee (Group A Branches) Annual Tuition Fee (Group B Branches – CSE/IT/ECE etc.)
Category 1 1 – 20,000 ₹ 1,98,000 ₹ 3,07,000
Category 2 20,001 – 50,000 ₹ 3,08,000 ₹ 4,05,000
Category 3 50,001 – 1,00,000 ₹ 3,98,000 ₹ 4,92,000
Category 4 1,00,001 – 1,50,000 ₹ 4,48,000 ₹ 4,92,000
Category 5 Above 1,50,000 ₹ 4,92,000 ₹ 4,92,000

Caution deposit: ₹3,000 (one-time, refundable). Hostel + mess extra (₹1.2–1.8 lakh/year).

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)

VITEEE 2026 Exam Day Instructions

Strict guidelines are enforced at all centres.

  • Report 60 minutes before exam time
  • Entry closes 30 minutes before start
  • Prohibited items: Mobile, calculator, smart watch, notes, jewellery, bags
  • Dress code: Light clothes, half sleeves, no large buttons
  • Biometric verification (photo + fingerprint) mandatory

VITEEE 2026 Result & Rank List

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

Is VITEEE easier than JEE Main?

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.

What is a good score to get CSE in VIT Vellore?

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.

Is there negative marking in VITEEE 2026?

No negative marking in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology. Only Aptitude (10 Qs) and English (5 Qs) have –0.25 for wrong answers.

Can I get admission in VIT without VITEEE?

No. VITEEE is mandatory for all regular B.Tech seats. Only the sports quota and NRI quota have separate routes.

Which campus is best: Vellore or Chennai?

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).

How much does CSE cost in VIT Vellore (Category 1)?

₹3.07 lakh per year tuition (Group B branches) + ₹1.2–1.8 lakh hostel/mess. Total ≈ ₹4.3–4.9 lakh per year.

Is hostel compulsory at VIT?

Yes, for all undergraduate students. AC and non-AC options available.

Can I change my branch after joining VIT?

Yes. After the first year, branch change is allowed based on CGPA (usually 8.5+ required for CSE/IT).

Is VITEEE tougher than SRMJEEE or Manipal MET?

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.

When does VITEEE slot booking start?

Usually first week of April 2026. It’s first-come-first-served – book early for a preferred date and city.

How many students appear for VITEEE every year?

Around 2–2.2 lakh candidates registered and appeared.

Is NCERT enough for VITEEE?

Yes, 90–95% questions are directly from the NCERT textbooks. Supplement with previous-year papers and objective books for speed.

Can I get a scholarship in VIT?

Yes. Top 100 rankers get a 100% tuition waiver (VITEEE merit scholarship). State/Central board toppers get 100% waiver for first year.

Is there a management quota in VIT?

No direct management quota. All seats are filled through VITEEE merit and category ranks only.

Which is better: VIT Vellore CSE or NIT Trichy/Surathkal lower branch?

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.

How many phases are there in VIT counselling?

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.

Can I appear for VITEEE from Dubai/Kuwait?

Yes. Centres are available in Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Qatar. Same exam, same rank list.

Is calculator allowed in VITEEE?

No electronic devices, calculators, or smart watches are permitted.

What is the last rank accepted in VIT Vellore?

For least preferred branches (Civil, Mechanical in Bhopal/AP): up to 1,00,000–1,50,000 rank in later phases.

Is English section tough in VITEEE?

No. Only 5 questions – very easy comprehension and grammar. Almost everyone scores 4–5/5.

Can I get direct admission if I am a state board topper?

Yes. Central/state board toppers and top 100 VITEEE rankers get 100% tuition fee waiver for all 4 years (GV Merit Scholarship).

How is placement in VIT?

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.

Which branch is best in VIT?

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.