VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern (OUT): Check Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam 2026 ( VITEEE )

UPASANA PRADHAN
Updated on Apr 19, 2026 20:09 IST

By UPASANA PRADHAN, Assistant Manager- Editorial

Overview

VITEEE Exam Pattern 2026 (Revised): This year, Vellore Institute of Technology has revised VIT 2026 exam pattern. The details regarding the VITEEE question paper pattern have been updated on official website - viteee.vit.ac.in. 

Students will be awarded with 4 marks for each correct answer, and -1 mark will be deducted for incorrect response. Now, students must really work on accuracy and time management. With few days remaining for the exam, students must now focus only solving VITEEE PYQs. Total time duration of VITEEE is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Also, students must go through VITEEE exam pattern 2026 carefully.

Overall, question paper of VITEEE 2026 comprises 125 questions from Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Aptitude, and English. Check below to check marking scheme, section-wise question distrbution, etc. 

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Table of contents
  • VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
  • VITEEE 2026 Marking Scheme (Revised)
  • VITEEE Sample Paper & Mock Test
  • VITEEE Paper Pattern 2026: Check section-wise details
  • VITEEE Syllabus 2026
  • VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs
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VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights

The authorities have released the official revised 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

 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is VITEEE exam conducted online?
A: 

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.

Q:   How many questions are asked in VITEEE examination?
A: 

VITEEE will consist of 125 objective questions. In every question, student will be given four options, and correct one has to be selected.

Q:   What is the time duration for attempting VITEEE question paper?
A: 

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.

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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 has released VITEEE BTech mock test, so that students can be familiar with paper pattern and question type asked in exam. With negative marking introduced, candidates are advised to pay special attention to the time management and build accuracy to attempt questions. 

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

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difficulty level of VITEEE?
A: 

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.

Q:   Is there negative marking in VITEEE?
A: 

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.

Q:   How many times is VITEEE conducted in a year?
A: 

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 is conducted between April 28 to May 3, 2026, across various test centres.

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VITEEE Sample Paper & Mock Test

Vellore Institute of Technology activated the official mock test for students to understand the exam pattern and marking scheme. Candidates are check VITEEE most repeated questions in physics, chemistry, and mathematics to practice. 

With help of VITEEE previous year's question papers, candidates can check what type of questions are asked in the 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. 

Also read:

Good rank in VITEEE VIT exam hall instructions VITEEE 2026 exam day guidelines
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to attempt VITEEE exam mock test?
A: 

VIT has opened the VITEEE mock test link on its official website. Students can attempt mock test without any login credentials. Also, students must note that mock test for VIT entrance exam is for practice only, no scorecard will be generated for this.

Q:   Do I need login credentials to attempt VITEEE mock test?
A: 

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.

Q:   When will VITEEE mock test be released?
A: 

VITEEE mock test is now available. Students can visit official website and access to demo test.

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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
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is calculator allowed in VITEEE?
A: 

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. 

Q:   What kind of questions will be present in the VITEEE question paper?
A: 

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.

Q:   Are unattempted questions also negatively marked in VITEEE?
A: 

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.

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VITEEE Syllabus 2026

Students appearing for VIT Engineering Entrance Exam must be aware of VITEEE 2026 syllabus. The syllabus 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 is 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?

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the syllabus for VITEEE aptitude section?
A: 

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. 
Q:   What is the marking scheme for VITEEE entrance exam?
A: 

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
Q:   What is the official VITEEE syllabus?
A: 

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.

View Syllabus
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VITEEE 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs

Candidates can check VITEEE exam pattern related FAQs below -

Q:   How tough is VITEEE exam?
A: 

Compared to other BTech engineering exams, like JEE Main, the VITEEE difficulty level is mostly on moderate level. However, with negative marking introduced this year and time-constraints, the question solving mainly depends on accuracy. As per exam pattern, candidates need to solve 125 questions in 150 minutes. 

Q:   Is the VITEEE syllabus same as JEE Main?
A: 

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.

Q:   Which class syllabus has more weightage in VITEEE exam?
A: 

In VITEEE, VIT mainly focuses on class 12th syllabus than 11th standard syllabus. To score 300 to 400 marks in VIT exam, we advise to -

  • Cover 12th syllabus first
  • Solve PYQs and mock test
Q:   Does VIT provide mock tests for VITEEE?
A: 

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.

Q:   How many questions are there in VIT entrance exam?
A: 

VITEEE exam has 125 questions in total. All questions are objective-type and incorrect responses include negative marking. Candidates have to complete their exam in 2 hours and 30 minutes. The section-wise distribution of questions can be checked below -

Sections

Total questions 

Mathematics

40 questions

Phyiscs

35 questions 

Chemistry

35 questions

English

5 questions

Aptitude

10 questions

Q:   What is the most significant change in VITEEE this year?
A: 

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. 

Q:   What is the ideal time allocation for each section in VITEEE?
A: 

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

Q:   Is the exam pattern important for the VITEEE preparation?
A: 

Yes, absolutely exam pattern is important for VITEEE preparation as it help student to understand how the VIT exam is conducted. Now that negative marking is introduced, candidates must be well aware of the marking scheme and prepare accordingly. In addition, students must focus on accuracy and time management skills apart from clearing concepts. 

Q:   Are Biology students eligible for VIT BTech programmes?
A: 

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.

Q:   Is VITEEE exam conducted online?
A: 

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.

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Candidates can download their VITEEE admit card at OTBS portal. To download, students have to provide their application number and password.

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Himanshi Choudhury

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, scorecard is not generated for attempting VITEEE mock test. It is curated for practice and understanding question paper pattern.

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Bhumika Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

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Sidhartha Singh

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Answered 2 weeks ago

In VITEEE, VIT mainly focuses on class 12th syllabus than 11th standard syllabus. To score 300 to 400 marks in VIT exam, we advise to -

  • Cover 12th syllabus first
  • Solve PYQs and mock test

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UPASANA PRADHAN

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

So basically, the syllabus for SRM, VITEEE, GITAM, and most IIIT entrance exams is not something completely different. All of them are mostly based on your Class 11 and 12 NCERT. If you're preparing for JEE Main, you're already covering a big part of it.

Let me break it down in a simple way.

 

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Satyajeet Singh

Beginner-Level 4

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, the exact VITEEE test centre name and address will be displayed on admit card which is available two days before the allocated exam date. At the time of slot booking it will not be disclosed.

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Aishwarya Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

The last date for VITEEE Slot Booking was April 19, 2026 (5:00 pm). 

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Taru Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

The slot booking process was done from April 17 to 19. The link was made available at OTBS portal. Registered candidates were able to book their exam slot using application number and password. 

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Shiksha Hazarika

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, slot booking once done cannot be changed under any circumstances. The VITEEE slot booking 2026 follows the first-come-first-serve rule, therefore candidates who book their exam slot fast will be allotted their desired test date and time. 

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Indrani Uniyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 weeks ago

The VITEEE slot booking 2026 link is now closed. The last date to book slot was April 19 at 5:00 pm. Students who have missed, will be now random;y allocated exam date and slot based on their city preference and seat availability.

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Shiksha Gaurav

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