HITSEEE Exam pattern 2026: Check Section-wise Paper Pattern & More

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Updated on Mar 11, 2026 13:07 IST

HITSEEE 2026 Exam Pattern has been released by Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science. HITSEEE exam pattern includes details like the mode of examination, subjects, number of questions, marking scheme, and more. Students must check the exam pattern of the HITSEEE 2026, as it can help them to secure better marks and boost their confidence. As per the exam pattern, the time duration of the HITSEEE 2026 entrance examination is 2 hours. In the entrance exam, students are required to answer 120 questions covering Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

Candidates should also check the HITSEEE syllabus 2026 along with the exam pattern to know more about the examination. Candidates must read the full article for complete information related to the HITSEEE 2026 exam pattern.

Table of contents

Highlights of HITSEEE Exam Pattern
HITSEEE Exam Pattern 2026
Marking Scheme of HITSEEE 2026
HITSEEE 2026 Syllabus
Mode and Medium of HITSEEE

Highlights of HITSEEE Exam Pattern

The highlights of HITSEEE 2026 are provided below.

Particulars	Details
Mode of Exam	Online
Language	English
Subjects	Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics
Number of Questions	120 Questions
Type of Question	Objective
Exam Duration	2 hours
Negative Marking	No

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which chapters are important in Physics Chemistry and Mathematics for HITSEEE exam?

Candidates can check here the important chapters for HITSEEE Physics Chemistry and Mathematics:

Physics: Physics And Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Thermodynamics, Properties of solids and liquids, Kinetic theory of gases, Oscillations and Waves, Current electricity, Atoms, Nuclei, optics, etc.

Chemistry: States of Matter, Concept of atom, molecule, compound, Covalent bonding, ionic bonding, atomic structure, Chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, s, p, d, f block elements, alcohols, phenols, ethers, polymers, chemistry in every day life, etc.

Mathematics: Sets, relations and functions, matrices, determinants, permutation and combinations, sequences and series, differentiability, intergral calculus, vector algebra, trignometry, etc.

Q: How many subjects are included in HITSEEE syllabus?

There are 3 subjects included in HITSEEE syllabus. HITSEEE subjects are Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Candidates will be able to know topics and chapters that are important for HITSEEE if they refer syllabus.

Q: What are the topics included in HITSEEE Mathematics Syllabus?

Following topics are included in mathematics.

Sets, relations and functions
Complex numbers and quadratic equations
Matrices and determinants
Mathematical induction
Permutations and combinations
Sequences and series
Limit, continuity and differentiability
Integral calculus
Differential equations
Co-ordinate geometry
Three-dimensional geometry
Vector algebra
Trigonometry

HITSEEE Exam Pattern 2026

HITSEEE will be conducted in online mode. The Medium of question paper of HITSEEE will be English language only. There will be three sections, and questions will be from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The question paper will have a total of 120 questions i.e. 40 questions in each section. Candidates can check exam pattern details below;

Sections	Questions	Duration
Physics	40 questions	2 Hour
Chemistry	40 questions
Mathematics	40 questions
Total	120 questions

Commonly asked questions

Q: How do I prepare for the HITSEEE exam?

Tips to help prepare for HITSEEE

Understand syllabus well.
Create a Study Plan.
Practice past year question papers.
Revise regularly.
Take good care of your health.

Q: Which type of questions will be asked in the HITSEEE exam?

Multiple-choice questions will be asked in HITSEEE exam to check students' proficiency in fundamental subjects, including Maths, Physics, Chemistry, English, General Knowledge. The top scorers at national level will get a merit-based scholarship to do their graduate studies at HITS.

Q: Is there any negative marking in HITSEEE exam?

There are no negative marks in HITSEEE. Prepare well and get a good rank. The students need to understand exam pattern and the nature of the examination. The exam pattern informs the basic specifications of the exam paper, including the type of questions asked, the total time duration allowed, the marking scheme, etc.

Marking Scheme of HITSEEE 2026

The HITSEEE 2026 exam paper consists of 120 questions from three subjects namely Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Each question will have 1 mark in total of 120 marks. There is no negative marking in the HITSEEE exam; candidates can check the detailed marling scheme below;

Particulars	Details
Total Marks	120
Marks per Right Question	1
Marks per Unattempted Question	0
Marks per wrong-answered Question	0

Commonly asked questions

Q: What are the documents required for the HITSEEE counselling?

For verification, candidates need to bring their original documents and certificates during the HITSEEE counselling. Check below the list of documents that the candidate is required to carry during the counselling process:

HITSEEE 2026 admit card
HITSEEE 2026 scorecard
Mark sheet of the qualifying examination
Domicile Certificate
Class 10 board certificate/any other certificate for age proof
Caste Category Certificate for SC/ST
Two the latest passport size, coloured photographs
Payment by DD of INR 50,000 drawn in favour of Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, payable at Chennai

Q: What is the purpose of conducting HITSEEE?

HITSEEE is conducted for admission to BTech, BArch and BDes programme. It is an online entrance examination that is conducted every year in various cities across India. Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programmes need to register online to appear for the entrance amination. The Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science takes into consideration those students who have passed their Higher Secondary Examination with commendable marks for admission. The university follows the eligibility criteria of UGC norms.

Q: What are the topics covered in HITSEEE Chemistry Syllabus?

Following topics are included in chemistry

Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry
States of Matter
Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure
Atomic Structure
Chemical Thermodynamics
Solutions
Equilibrium
Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
Surface Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
D and F Block Elements
Hydrogen
S Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals)
P Block Elements
Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
Polymers
Chemistry in Everyday Life

HITSEEE 2026 Syllabus

HITSEEE syllabus will include topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The complete HITSEE syllabus is provided here for the reference of the candidates. Candidates must refer to the syllabus before they start the preparation.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How many subjects are included in HITSEEE syllabus?

Q: Is HITSEEE syllabus based on Class 11 and 12th?

HITSEEE exam is not as tough as JEE Main. The questions asked in the exam are generally based on the higher secondary courses, which are 11th and 12th. Students should review Physics, Chemistry, and Math concepts and topics from Class 11 and 12.

Q: Is the HITSEEE syllabus difficult?

The HITSEEE Syllabus is not very challenging if the candidate is well prepared for the exam. The candidates must plan and study for the entrance exam regularly. The HITSEEE syllabus is based on the Class 11 and Class 12 syllabi. If the candidates study well for the board exams, they will find the HITSEEE syllabus easy.

Mode and Medium of HITSEEE

HITSEEE 2026 exam will be conducted in online mode. HITSEEE question paper will be only in English. Candidates must be familiar with basic computer operations as the test is conducted digitally. There will be 120 MCQs in the HITSEEE 2026 exam, and each question will carry 1 Mark. Candidates will be given 2 hours to solve all questions. There are no negative marks for wrong answers.