VITEEE 2026: Official Roadmap

VITEEE 2026:
Complete Master Guide

VIT Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE) is your gateway to undergraduate engineering at Vellore, Chennai, Bhopal, and VIT-AP.

Body: VIT University
Mode: 150 Mins | CBT

What is VITEEE?

VITEEE (VIT Engineering Entrance Examination) is the online computer-based test (CBT) used for admission into undergraduate engineering (B.Tech) programmes at VIT campuses like Vellore, Chennai, Bhopal and VIT-AP.

"It’s one of the most popular engineering entry tests in India."

Exam Weightage Matrix

SectionQuestions
Mathematics or Biology40
Physics35
Chemistry35
English Proficiency05
Aptitude10
Total MCQs125
Marking Scheme
+4 Correct, -1 Wrong
Duration
150 Minutes (2.5h)
Total Marks
500 Total Potential
Level
NCERT Class 11 & 12

Updated 2026 Marking

VITEEE 2026 has introduced a strict negative marking protocol (−1 for incorrect). Precision is now the differentiator. Total Marks: 500 (125 Qs × 4).

Critical for Vellore Rank 1
Candidates choose MPCEA or BPCEA streams depending on 12th subjects.

Important Dates (2026)

Application StartOct 24, 2025 (Open)
Last Date to ApplyMarch 31, 2026
Slot BookingApril 2026
Admit Card Release~48 hrs Before Exam
Exam DatesApril 28 – May 03, 2026
Result Declaration2nd week of May 2026
CounsellingMay 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Indian resident, NRI, OCI or PIO is eligible.

Age Bar

Must be born on or after 1st July 2004.

Minimum Marks

60% aggregate in PCM/B (Gen); 50% for SC/ST/Reserved.

Indiv. Score

At least 50% in Maths or Biology individually is required.

Must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 (Class 12) or equivalent with regular schooling.

Chapter Mastery

"NCERT Class 11 & 12 Specialized"

Physics 35 Qs

Laws of Motion

Statics, Dynamics, Work & Energy Matrix.

Properties of Matter

Elasticity, Hydrodynamics, Surface Tension.

Electrostatics & Current

Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current.

Electromagnetic Induction

EMI, AC, Waves & Optics Foundation.

Modern Physics

Atoms & Nuclei, Dual Nature, Semiconductors.

Thermodynamics

Heat laws and Thermal properties.

Chemistry 35 Qs

Physical Chemistry

Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Chemical Kinetics.

Inorganic Chemistry

Periodic Table, p/d/f blocks, Coordination.

Organic Chemistry

Isomerism, basic reactions, Carbonyls, Amines.

Biomolecules

NCERT Class 12 Memory Based Chapters.

Math / Bio 40 Qs

Algebra

Complex Numbers, Quadratic Equations, Logic.

Calculus

Limits, Derivatives, Integrals, Diff Equations.

Coordinate Geometry

Straight Lines, Circles, Conics (2D & 3D).

Probability & Stats

Vectors, Trig, and Discrete Mathematics.

Biology Focus

Cell, Genetics, Plant & Human Physiology, Biotech.

Aptitude (10 Qs)

Assesses analytical ability via analogies, series, syllogisms, and coding-decoding.

AnalogiesSeriesSyllogismData Interpretation

English (5 Qs)

Tests communication, grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension passages.

GrammarVocabularyComprehension

Preparation Strategy

"VITEEE values speed. Don't let negative marking slow your potential."

1
NCERT Foundation

Cover Class 11 & 12 basics first. This is the bedrock of VITEEE questions.

2
High Weightage Focus

Master Mechanics (Phy) and Physical Chem first. These are high scoring.

3
Timed Mock Drills

Practice previous year papers and mocks under strict 150-min timing.

4
The English Edge

Aptitude and English are often scoring—don’t ignore these 15 marks.

5
Accuracy over Speed

Focus on exact solving, especially now with (−1) negative marking introduced.

Top VIT Courses

CSE
Comp. Science & Engg.
ECE
Electronics & Comm.
ME
Mechanical Engg.
EEE
Electrical & Electronics
Bio-Tech
Bioengineering
Civil
Civil Engineering
60% PCM
Eligibility Bar (Gen)
500 Mks
Total Matrix

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Vellore Campus Seat.