VITEEE 2026 or the Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam is a national level exam that grants admission to B.Tech programs at VIT (Vellore, Chennai, AP & Bhopal campuses). This exam is conducted every year between April and May and lakhs of students appear for this competitive test.
The VITEEE exam dates for 2026 have been announced from April 28 to May 3, 2026. The application form will be available from October 24, 2025, on the official website viteee.vit.ac.in. Let’s explore everything about the exam including dates, eligibility, pattern, syllabus and preparation strategy.
VITEEE 2026 Exam Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | VITEEE 2026 (VIT Engineering Entrance Exam) |
| Conducting Body | Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) |
| Mode of Exam | Online – Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Official Website | viteee.vit.ac.in |
| Exam Dates | April 28 – May 3, 2026 |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech (All VIT Campuses) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Fee | ₹1350 in India / $90 International |
VITEEE 2026 Exam Dates
VIT has announced the official exam schedule for 2026. The application forms were released on October 24, 2025 and the last date to apply is March 31, 2026.
VITEEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for VIT 2026 are strict verification is necessary before applying.
Nationality
- Indian nationals, NRI, PIO and OCI candidates can apply.
Age Limit
- The candidate’s date of birth must be after July 1, 2003.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 / Intermediate / 2-year pre-university examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (or Biology for Biotechnology courses).
- A minimum of 60% aggregate marks (PCM/PCB) are required (50% for SC/ST and North East candidates).
VITEEE 2026 Application Form
- Visit the official website – Go to viteee.vit.ac.in and click on “New User Registration”.
- Register – Fill in your Name, email ID, mobile number and DOB.
- Login – Log in using the credentials you received.
- Fill Form – Fill in your personal details, academic information and exam city preference.
- Upload Documents – Upload your photograph and signature (as per specifications).
- Pay Fee – Application fee is ₹1350 (India) and USD 90 (for NRI/International).
- Submit & Save Confirmation – Download the confirmation page after final submission.
VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern (Revised)
Major changes have been made to the VITEEE 2026 exam pattern. Negative marking has now been implemented and the marks per question have been increased.
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Mathematics / Biology | 40 | 160 |
| Physics | 35 | 140 |
| Chemistry | 35 | 140 |
| Aptitude | 10 | 40 |
| English | 5 | 20 |
| Total | 125 | 500 Marks |
Marking Scheme:
- 4 marks per correct answer
- -1 mark per wrong answer
- 0 marks for unattempted questions
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Mode: Online (CBT)
Medium: English
VITEEE 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus is mainly based on the 11th and 12th class CBSE/State Board syllabus.
Physics: Laws of Motion, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Dual Nature, Semiconductor Devices.
Chemistry: Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry, Biomolecules, Coordination Compounds.
Mathematics: Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Probability, Statistics, Matrices, Trigonometry.
Biology: Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology.
Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
English: Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary.
VITEEE 2026 Slot Booking & Admit Card
- Slot booking is tentatively scheduled to open in April 2026.
- Candidates will choose their preferred time and date on the OTBS portal.
- The admit card will be automatically generated after slot selection.
The admit card will include the candidate’s details, exam center and reporting time.
VITEEE 2026 Exam Centers
VITEEE 2026 will be conducted in 134 test cities across India and 9 international centers.
Popular test cities include: Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Bhopal, Lucknow, Patna and Kolkata.
Candidates can choose only one center during registration.
VITEEE 2026 Result and Counselling
- Results will be announced in the second week of May 2026.
- After the rank list is declared, online counselling will begin.
- During counselling, campus and course preferences can be given based on rank and availability.
VITEEE 2026 Preparation Tips
Preparation should be done with a smart and disciplined approach.
Smart Study Plan
- Break syllabus into daily targets (2–3 subjects/day).
- Regular mock tests and 1-hour daily revision.
Books for VITEEE
- NCERT (Class 11–12) for base topics.
- HC Verma for Physics, OP Tandon for Chemistry, RD Sharma for Maths.
Mock Tests
- Practice VITEEE previous year papers daily
- Focus on accuracy & time management
VITEEE 2026 Cutoff and Result Criteria
Each campus has a different cutoff score depending on the number of applicants, exam difficulty and seat availability.
| Campus | Expected Rank |
| VIT Vellore | 1 – 20,000 |
| VIT Chennai | 20,000 – 45,000 |
| VIT Bhopal | 45,000 – 70,000 |
| VIT AP | 70,000 – 1,00,000 |
VITEEE 2026 Counselling Process
- Online registration for counselling.
- Choice filling based on available seats.
- Seat allotment based on rank preference.
- Payment of admission fee & document verification.
VITEEE 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is the exam date for VITEEE 2026?
A. The exam will be conducted from April 28 to May 3, 2026.
Q2. What is the VITEEE 2026 exam fee?
A. ₹1350 for Indian candidates, USD 90 for international applicants.
Q3. Where to apply for VITEEE 2026?
A. Candidates can apply at viteee.vit.ac.in.
Q4. Is there negative marking in VITEEE 2026?
A. Yes, -1 mark for each wrong answer.
Q5. What is the total number of questions in VITEEE 2026?
A. 125 questions across five sections.
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Conclusion
VITEEE 2026 is your gateway to admission into a top private engineering institute. Focusing on time management and conceptual clarity will help you easily achieve a top rank. Apply today at viteee.vit.ac.in and be ready for the April 2026 exam.
