VITEEE 2026 Exam Hall Instructions: Guidelines, Exam Shift Timings, and Instructions
Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam 2026 ( VITEEE )
Registration - 24 Oct '25 - 12 Apr '26
VITEEE 2026 Exam Hall Instructions: Vellore Institute of Technology will conduct VIT exam from April 28 to May 3 in multiple slots. Candidates who have registered for the BTech engineering entrance exam must be aware of VITEEE shift timings along with exam guidelines and VITEEE exam 2026 hall instructions. Following the code of conduct is important, as it can cancel candidature of applicant.
Vellore Institute of Engineering and Technology will conduct VITEEE on the given dates. The VIT Engineering Entrance Exam dates have been released. The computer-based test is scheduled from April 28 to May 3 and will be held on multiple dates. Candidates appearing for the test must check VITEEE exam date 2026. Candidates appearing for the VIT engineering entrance exam must be well aware of the test day guidelines and instructions that have to be followed. Here’s a detailed guide on VITEEE exam hall instructions from reporting to the centre to code of conduct.
Who can appear for the Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam?
Candidates who have completed their VITEEE slot booking and downloaded their admit card of VITEEE are eligible to appear for the exam. Carrying hall ticket to test centre is mandatory. Students must note that the hall ticket will be issued only to those who have booked their slot at VIT OTBS portal.
- What to carry at the VITEEE Exam Centre?
- VITEEE Exam Hall Instructions
- VITEEE Computer-Based Test: Feature and How to Attempt
- VITEEE Code of Conduct
What to carry at the VITEEE Exam Centre?
At the exam centre, candidates must carry the following documents -
- VITEEE admit card printount
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhar card/PAN card/Voter ID/Driving License/Passport) with photograph/Class XII board admit card with photograph
- Pen or pencil for rough work
It is advised that students must report to exam centre on allotted day and date only. They must reach their centre at least one to two hours before to complete frisking process. Students appearing VITEEE 2026, will have to undergo biometric verification process, as the part of attendance and hall ticket verification process. The checking is done before and during the exam.
Applicants who do not cooperate in the biometric verification will not be allowed to appear for the entrance examination.
- A biometric authentication process will also be carried out for the shortlisted candidates during admission.
VITEEE Exam Hall Instructions
Once the verification and authentication process is completed, students will be allowed inside the exam hall of VITEEE to attempt the test. The invigilator will mention the VITEEE exam hall instructions to students before the start of the exam.
- Candidates must sit in the allotted seat, which is pre-allotted.
- Applicants will be monitored through CCTV camera individually.
- They are not allowed to carry any other items or documents apart from hall ticket and ID proof.
- Students must not sit idle for more than 20 minutes, as they will be closely monitored by the VIT observer.
- A rough sheet will be provided in the exam hall for doing calculations.
- Scribe applicants will get a compensatory time of 30 minutes to complete the VIT entrance exam.
- Candidates have to maintain discipline inside the exam hall.
- Also, students will not be allowed to leave the VITEEE exam centre before the completion of exam time.
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VITEEE Computer-Based Test: Feature and How to Attempt
Each computer is connected to a central server that provides encrypted test in real time. The question paper will be English in MCQ format and will appear one by one randomly. The number of exam days will be based on the number of applicants submitted their VITEEE application form 2026.
In addition, this year VIT has introduced negative marking in exam. Therefore, students must be careful while attempting questions. Only mark those that you are confident of. Strategise techniques on how to avoid negative marking in VITEEE.
VITEEE Code of Conduct
The Vellore Institute of Technology maintains strict guidelines inside the exam hall, which can be checked below -
- Malpractice is not allowed inside the exam hall. If any candidate is found misusing the rules, then their candidature will be cancelled.
- Any kind of stationary items, electronic gadgets, or food items are strictly prohibited.
- Candidates cannot write someone else’s exam
- Writing questions and answers on the rough sheet or hall ticket is not allowed.
- After the VIT exam is completed, candidates have to return their rough sheet to the invigilator
During the exam, if there is any technical or health issue, candidates must immediately contact the central superintendent or invigilator.
For any issues related to computer-based test, students can contact the helpline number 044-46277555. Candidates appearing for the exam must go through the exam day guidelines and VITEEE hall instructions carefully before attempting the test.
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Commonly asked questions
Students have to meet the VIT Vellore course eligibility to get admission in the university. The requirements and minimum percentage may change depending on the programme and specialisation. The common eligibility however, is as below:
- VIT Vellore UG eligibility - Class 12 with required subjects from a recognised board
- VIT Vellore PG eligibility - UG degree in relevant field from a recognised university
- VIT Vellore PhD eligibility - PG degree in relevant field from a recognised university
VIT Andhra Pradesh offers admission to BTech course based on scores of candidates in VITEEE. It is an in-house entrance exam of VIT. Candidates selected based on VITEEE rank are called for online counselling. Aspirants need to provide campus, category of fees and programme preference. Selected candidates get a provisional offer letter. Aspirants need to pay course fees to confirm their seat.
No, getting admission in VIT Vellore is not easy. Students have to go through the selection rounds and clear the accepted tests to get a seat. The competition is very high. Students have to crack the accepted test + interview/ counselling. But, with right preparation, getting a seat is possible.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
Competition for VIT Vellore CSE branch is really high. Safe VITEEE rank required for CSE is within 1500 to 1700. However, if your rank is more than, then you can opt for CSE with specialisation branches available at VIT Vellore.
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The difficulty level of VITEEE aptitude questions mainly ranges from easy to moderate. Questions are mostly asked on basic logical reasoning, including series completion, blood relations, directions, etc.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The VITEEE English section comprises questions related to short passages, lines of poetry, basic grammar, vocabulary. A total of 5 questions will be asked under this section.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Current electricity, electrostatics, magnetic effects of current, and optics have the maximum weightage in Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam- VITEEE.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, but only specific branches like biotechnology, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, etc. They must meet the requirement of studying - BPCEA version of exam. Candidates must go through VITEEE eligibility criteria carefully.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology provide mock test for VITEEE before the exam date. The mock test gives an idea to student how the exam will be conducted along with question paper difficulty level and pattern. Candidates who have registered for the exam can take VITEEE mock test for free using d
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Candidates can select their VITEEE test centre at the time of filling the application form. Candidates have to select only test centre at the time of filling the application form.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
No, VITEEE is conducted online at designated exam centres issued by the authorities. There is no chance of attempting VIT exam from home. Candidates have to register, book slot, download admit card and appear for the entrance test on the chosen date and time.
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VIT group of institutions has 4 campuses in total - Vellore is the main campus, followed by Chennai, Andhra Pradesh (Amravati), and Bhopal. Vellore and Chennai campuses are the most chosen by students due to their academics, rankings, placements and campus infrastructure.
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Rough sheets will be provided inside the VITEEE exam hall. Candidates will have to write their name, roll number and other details before using the rough pad. However, virtual and physical calculators are strictly not allowed during the exam. Candidates will have to do calculations manually.
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