Changes in SRMJEEE(UG) 2017: 5 overseas test centres introduced

SRM Joint Engineering Entrance Exam 2026 ( SRMJEEE )

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For the year 2017, SRM University has introduced various changes in SRMJEEE(UG). Take a look at the same on Shiksha!

SRMJEEE(UG) 2017 exam is all set to be conducted on April 1 to April 30(May 1 to June 30 only for filling lapsed / cancelled seats). The registration process for the same in underway. Check SRMJEEE 2017 important dates here!

For the year 2017, SRM University has introduced various changes in SRMJEEE(UG). To start with, the university has introduced an option to retake the exam. Candidates appearing for the exam in 2017 will be able to take two retakes of the online SRMJEEE(UG) 2017 entrance exam. The application fee to retake the exam will be Rs. 1,060, which is required to be paid through online mode.

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Secondly, the university has also removed the scheme of negative marking from SRMJEEE(UG).

2016

2017

1 negative mark for incorrect answers in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

Now, there would not be any negative marking for incorrect answer in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

0.7 mark was deducted for any incorrect answer in Biology

No mark would be deducted for incorrect answer in  Biology

 

Subsequently, from next year, state/central board topper, top rank holders of JEE Main and districts toppers of Tamil Nadu and exemplary sports persons at National and International level will be eligible for direct admissions in the University.

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SRM University has also tweaked the rules for minimum qualifying marks along with making some changes to the SRMJEEE(UG)  eligibility criteria:

Nationality

Besides Indian Nationals, Non-Resident Indians (NRI), PIO or OCI card holders issued by Government of India are now apply for SRMJEEE(UG).

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Aspirants must have secured minimum 60 per cent aggregate marks in PCM in the qualifying exams for admissions to Kattankulathur, Ramapuram and Vadapalani campuses. While, for admissions to Delhi - NCR campus, candidates should obtain a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in PCM or PCB.

 

Last year, aspirants were required to obtain 65% and 60% respectively.  

Additional criteria introduced

Aspirants who have secured an International Baccalaurette (IB) with diploma or A-level with major subjects as PCM (for B.Tech programmes) or PCM/PCB (for B.Tech – Biomedical Engineering & Genetic Engineering) from any International school within India can apply for the exam.

 

Aspirants must have cleared class XII (or equivalent exam) in regular stream from any State Board/CBSE/ISCE/Matriculation/NIOS.

 

Anyone appearing in class XII or equivalent exam in regular stream from any State Board/CBSE/ISCE/Matriculation/NIOS can also apply.

SRMJEEE 2017 Test Centers:

Besides India, SRMJEEE 2017 will be held in 5 test centers abroad namely Dubai, Muscat, Kuwait, Bahrain and Doha. According to the website, the university has reduced the number of SRMJEEE test centers in India from 150 to 120. 

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What's new in SRMJEEE 2017?

The candidates will have the flexibility of booking the examination slot as per their convenience within a duration of 30 days – from April 1 to April 30, 2017.

The candidates under the category under NRI/PIO/OCI have an option to take the SRMJEEE and compete with the domestic candidates. If they are successful in getting and admission then they get an entry level scholarship of 35% on tuition fees.

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Answered a month ago

To apply for SRMJEEE PG, candidates need to meet the minimum qualifying criteria which includes academic criteria and minimum qualifying criteria, which are as follows -

  • BTech/B.E in the relevant discipline
  • Minimum qualifying mark of 50%

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Indrani Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The SRMJEEE PG 2026 phase III application form last date is July 10. Registered candidates will have to attempt the remote-proctored exam on July 15. 

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Shiksha Hazarika

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The last date to apply for SRMJEEE PG Phase II application form is May 11, and the exam will be held on May 16 in remote-proctored mode. 

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Piyush Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The admit card is released a few days before the exam date. The exam conducting authorities will inform applicants on registered email ID regarding the issuance of SRMJEEE PG admit card. 

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Sumridhi Sinha

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

Before attempting SRMJEEE PG exam, candidates are advised to check their system requirements. The recommended browsers to attempt SRMJEEE M.Tech 2026 exam can be checked below -

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • The browser must be the latest with webcam functioning

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Himanshi Choudhury

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

No, candidates cannot change their SRMJEEE M.Tech exam date once allotted. Students will have to appear for the exam on the date they have applied for.

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Taru Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

The difficulty level of Physics section in SRMJEEE is similar to class 11 and 12 exam. Students can score good marks in SRMJEEE by studying trough NCERT class 11 and 12 books of Physics.

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Satyendra Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

As per the details available in the information brochure, SRMJEEE 2026 will have a total 130 questions, 35 each from Physics and Chemistry, 40 from Mathematics and 20 from English & Aptitude. 

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Satyendra Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The application fees of SRM for international applicants is USD 50 $. It must be noted that NR or PIO card holder need not appear in SRMJEEE. They just need to fill the application form and the selection will be based in qualifying exam scores.

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Satyendra Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

No, it is not mandatory to appear in all three phases of SRMJEEE. Candidates can appear in any one, two or all three phases, depending on their choice. If candidates appear in more than one phase, the best of all attempted score will be considered for admission.

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Satyendra Singh

Contributor-Level 10