VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern (OUT): Check Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme
Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam 2026 ( VITEEE )
Registration - 24 Oct '25 - 31 Mar '26
VITEEE Exam Pattern 2026 (Revised): Vellore Institute of Technology has released VITEEE 2026 exam pattern on its official website- viteee.vit.ac.in. According to the new changes in the paper pattern, the authorities have included negative marking.
As per the VITEEE 2026 marking scheme, students will now be awarded 4 marks for the correct answers, and -1 will be deducted for incorrect responses. Now, candidates must be more cautious while attempting questions. In addition, candidates must check VITEEE exam syllabus before attempting any questions. Overall, the VIT exam is a computer-based test conducted to offer BTech admission to any of the VIT campuses - Vellore/Chennai/AP/Bhopal. Read below to know more about VIT exam pattern 2026, question paper difficulty level, important chapters, etc.
| Students will be given 2 hours and 30 minutes to attempt 125 questions from mathematics, physics, chemistry, aptitude, and English. |
Latest Update: VITEEE 2026 exam date, registration ongoing, last date to apply, and admission process
- VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
- VITEEE 2026 Marking Scheme (Revised)
- VITEEE Paper Pattern 2026: Check section-wise details
- VITEEE Syllabus 2026
- VITEEE Sample Paper & Mock Test
- VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs
VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
The authorities have released the official VITEEE exam pattern. Candidates will be able to attempt VITEEE 2026 online.
VITEEE Exam Pattern 2026 - Highlights
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode |
Computer-Based Test |
| Duration |
2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Sections |
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Aptitude, English |
| Number of Questions |
125 Questions |
| Total Marks |
500 |
| Marking scheme |
4 marks for each correct answer; 1 mark will be deducted for incorrect answers |
Commonly asked questions
Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology conducts the exam online for MPCEA and BPCEA streams. The test duration of CBT is 2 hours and 30 minutes, and is held at various test cities acrosss India and abroad.
VITEEE will consist of 125 objective questions. In every question, student will be given four options, and correct one has to be selected.
VITEEE exam pattern is released online. The students will have to complete the exam in 2 hours and 30 minutes. No extra time will be given to complete the exam. Students have to solve the paper within the given time limit.
VITEEE 2026 Marking Scheme (Revised)
The Vellore Institute of Technology has revised VITEEE 2026 marking scheme. VITEEE application form with brochure is now available. According to new changes in VITEEE exam:
- -1 mark will now be deducted for an incorrect response.
- 4 marks will be given for each correct answer.
- Each question in VITEEE will have four options, out of which one will be correct.
- Candidates will have to attempt questions within stipulated time (2 hours and 30 minutes).
NOTE: To understand marking scheme more closely, the institute will release VITEEE BTech mock test in March (expected), so that students will be familiar with the paper pattern and question type asked in exam.
VITEEE Marking Scheme
| Sections |
Number of questions |
Marks allotted per question |
|---|---|---|
| Physics |
35 |
4 mark |
| Chemistry |
35 |
4 mark |
| Mathematics |
40 |
4 mark |
| Aptitude |
10 |
4 mark |
| English |
5 |
4 mark |
| Total |
125 |
500 marks |
Commonly asked questions
As per last year's analysis, VITEEE question paper difficulty ranges from easy to moderate. It can vary for each section (Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics/Biology/English/Aptitude). However, compared to JEE Main, the Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Examination is considered easier.
Yes, VIT has introduced negative marking scheme in VITEEE 2026-27 admissions. Now, students will get -1 mark for every wrong attempt. However, for each correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded.
VITEEE or Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Examination is conducted once in a year. The computer-based test is done on multiple dates. Students who want to appear for VITEEE exam must register and book slot from the given dates. VITEEE 2026 will be conducted between April 28 to May 3, 2026, across various test centres.
VITEEE Paper Pattern 2026: Check section-wise details
The VIT BTech entrance exam is held online only. VITEEE exam question paper is divided into five sections: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English and Aptitude. Questions will be asked in English language with four options, out of which only one will be the correct answer.
Candidates can check VITEEE exam pattern 2026 section-wise details below -
| Part | Subject |
|---|---|
| Part I | Mathematics/Biology |
| Part II | Physics |
| Part III | Chemistry |
| Part IV | English |
| Part V | Aptitude |
VITEEE 2026 is divided into two types of exams - MPCEA and BPCEA. The candidates will have to attempt their preferred paper as per the subjects they have studied or the course they are applying for.
- MPCEA - Candidates appearing in MPCEA (Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/ English / Aptitude) in VITEEE are eligible for all the B.Tech. Degree programmes
- BPCEA - Candidates appearing in BPCEA in VITEEE (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/ English/ Aptitude) are eligible only for B.Tech. Bio-stream Degree programmes
Check below -
| Stream | VIT Campus |
|---|---|
| Bio-engineering | VIT Bhopal |
| Biotechnology | VIT Vellore |
| CSE with specialisation in Bioinformatics | VIT Vellore |
| ECE with specialisation in Biomedical Engineering programmes | VIT Vellore |
NOTE: But after joining to the above courses, registering for Mathematics as a bridge course is mandatory.
Questions asked in VITEEE 2026 will be primarily be from the State Board of Higher Secondary Education and CBSE syllabus. VITEEE question distribution can be checked below -
| Sections | Total number of questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics/Biology | 40 questions |
| Physics | 35 questions |
| Chemistry | 35 questions |
| English | 5 questions |
| Aptitude | 10 questions |
Commonly asked questions
No, physical and virtual calculators are not allowed in VITEEE. Students have to attempt all questions manually. They will be provided rough sheets to do calculation.
No, the unattempted questions in the VITEEE paper will not be marked negatively. These questions will not be considered when the papers are being scored. Students are encouraged to attempt all questions in the exam since wrong answers are not negatively marked.
VITEEE exam pattern is released online. During exam, students will have to answer multiple choice questions. Out of four options for each question, student will have to select the correct one. More than one option cannot be selected. Question paper will be prepared from official syllabus.
VITEEE Syllabus 2026
Students appearing for VIT Engineering Entrance Exam must be aware of VITEEE 2026 syllabus. The sylabus comprises topics and chapters that will be asked in exam. Candidates can download VITEEE 2026 exam syllabus at viteee.vit.ac.in.
Knowing syllabus beforehand will also allow candidates to know what they have to prepare to do well in examination. It is to be noted that level of VITEEE 2026 exam will be similar to 12th class qualifying examination.
Here is a brief details regarding VITEEE syllabus of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English and Aptitude -
| VITEEE Sections | Units |
|---|---|
| Physics | Mechanics and Properties of matter, Electrostatics, Current Electricity and Magnetic Effects of Electric Current, Electromagnetic induction and alternating current, Optics, Dual nature of radiation, atomic, and nuclear physics, semiconductor devices, and their applications |
| Chemistry | Physical chemistry, inorganic and material chemistry, analytical chemistry, basic principles of organic chemistry, properties and chemistry of functionalised organic compounds, organic nitogen compounds, biomolecules and polymers |
| Mathematics | Matrices and their applications, Trigonometry and complex numbers, analytical geometry of two dimensions, vector algebra, analytical geometry of three dimensions, differential calculus, integral calculus and its applications, differential equations, probability and distribution, discrete mathematics, |
| Biology | Taxonomy, cell and molecular biology, reproduction, genetics and evolution, human health and diseases, biochemistry, plant physiology, human physiology, biotechnology and its applications, and biodiversity, ecology, and environment |
| English | MCQs to test the comprehension of a short passage or lines or poems , English grammar, and pronounciation. - The passages, lines or poems are chosen to suit the level of higher secondary and equivalent education. |
| VITEEE 2026 aptitude syllabus | Data interpretation, Data sufficiency, syllogism, number series, coding and decoding, clocks, calendars, and directions |
Also read: VITEEE Vs JEE Main: Which exam is better?
Commonly asked questions
As per revised VITEEE exam pattern, the marking scheme is as follows-
- For each correct answer, 4 marks are awarded
- For an incorrect response, -1 mark will be deducted
The syllabus of VITEEE aptitude section can be checked below -
- Data interpretation
- Data Sufficiency
- Syllogism
- Number series, coding and decoding
- Clocks, calendars, and directions, etc.
VITEEE syllabus will be released online. According to official syllabus, students will have to study topics from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English and Aptitude. Before starting preparation, students should check syllabus to be well prepared for exam.
VITEEE Sample Paper & Mock Test
VIT Group of Institution will activate VITEEE 2026 mock/demo test link tentatively in March 2026. Candidates can check VITEEE most repeated questions in physics, chemistry, and mathematics to practice.
With the help of VITEEE previous year's question papers, students will be able to understand what type of questions are asked in exam. By solving VIT sample papers regularly, the candidates will be able to improve their time management skills and increase the speed and efficiency required while taking the actual exam.
Candidates can check the video to know more about VITEEE sample papers and how to attempt -
Commonly asked questions
VIT will open VITEEE mock test link in March 2026. Students can attempt mock test without any login credentials. With the help of demo test, candidates will be able to figure about exam instructions, time limit, pattern, and question paper difficulty. Also, students must note that mock test for VIT entrance exam is for practice only, no scorecard will be generated for this.
VITEEE mock test will be available in the first week of March 2026. Students can visit official website and access to demo test. With this, students will get familiar with exam pattern and question paper difficulty.
No credentials are required for taking VITEEE mock test. Students can use dummy credentials to access. The mock test link will be made available on official website. Students will just have to select their stream and practice accordingly.
VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs
Candidates can check VITEEE exam pattern related FAQs below -
Commonly asked questions
Not entirely, the core topics remain the same. VITEEE has 10 aptitude questions, and English has 5 questions. The physics, chemistry and maths questions are mostly formula-based and less tricky than JEE Main.
The introduction of negative marking in VITEEE exam pattern for the first time is the most significant change made this year. Now, for every incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. While each correct answer carry 4 marks. So, now with negative marking implemented, blind guessing can be risky.
According to the mentors and topper's it is recommended to attempt questions during VITEEE exam in the following manner -
English and aptitude section - 15 mins
Chemistry - 30 mins
Physics - 45 mins
Maths/Biology - 60 mins
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 dummy credentials.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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