VSAT Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Updated on Sep 17, 2025 15:00 IST

VSAT Exam Pattern 2026: The Vignan Foundation for Science, Technology & Research releases the details of the VSAT 2026 exam pattern. Candidates preparing for the exam can check the detailed VSAT exam pattern to know about the number of questions in the exam, sections, subjects, and marking scheme.

Candidates applying for the VSAT exam should be aware of the VSAT syllabus before starting the preparation. The VSAT 2026 exam pattern is decided in such a manner that candidates can attempt all the questions in the specified duration. It is equally important to have an idea of the VSAT marking scheme as well. Check the exam pattern of VSAT, marking scheme, time duration and more here.

Q: What is mode of VSAT exam?

VSAT exam is conducted in online computer based mode. Students will have to answer questions on a computer terminal at designated centers at institute campus.

Q: What subjects are covered in the VSAT syllabus?

VSAT syllabus is based on Maths or Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English/Aptitude. Candidates opting for B.Tech should prepare for PCM + English; those opting for agriculture can choose PCB + English.

Q: What is time duration of VSAT exam?

VSAT time duration is of 2 hours and 30 minutes. However, there is no sectional time limit.

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VSAT 2026 Exam Pattern
VSAT 2026 Exam Marking Scheme
FAQs on VSAT Exam Pattern 2026

VSAT 2026 Exam Pattern

In the VSAT question paper, there will be four sections Mathematics or Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and English/Aptitude. Each section will have thirty questions means there will be a total of 120 questions. Candidates are required to attempt these questions in the given duration which is 2 hours 30 minutes. The questions will be of objective type means each question has four options and candidates have to choose the right one.

Section	Subjects	Questions	Duration
Section I	Mathematics or Biology	30 Questions	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Section II	Physics	30 Questions
Section III	Chemistry	30 Questions
Section IV	English/Aptitude	30 Questions
Total		120 Questions

Commonly asked questions

Q: How weightage does each subject carry in VSAT?

As per the offical exam pattern of VSAT, generally, each subject be it Maths/Biology, Physics, Chemistry, carries equal weightage, with around 30 questions per subject. However, there is no mandatory rule to attempt all the questions.

Q: Does VSAT also has questions from reasoning and aptitude?

No, as per the VSAT exam pattern there are no questions from topics such as logical reasoning, verbal ability, and basic analytical. Candidates will now find questions from the English/Aptitude section. They will find questions from PCM / PCB.

VSAT 2026 Exam Marking Scheme

Each question will carry one mark. So, the question paper will be 120 marks. There is no negative marking for the wrong answer(s). Hence, attempt all the questions and try to complete the questions in the stipulated time.

Section	Subjects	Marks
Section I	Mathematics or Biology	30 Marks
Section II	Physics	30 Marks
Section III	Chemistry	30 Marks
Section IV	English/Aptitude	30 Marks
Total		120 Marks

Commonly asked questions

Q: How many questions are there in the VSAT?

As per the official exam pattern of VSAT, the question paperwill consists of 120 questions which will be in multiple-choice format. Out of the 120 questions, 30 will be from Physics, 30 from Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, and English or Aptitude. There is no negative marking in the VSAT exam.

Q: What is the VSAT syllabus?

The VSAT syllabus is the set of subjects, topics and sub-topics on which the exam question paper will be based.

Q: What is Mathematics syllabus for the VSAT exam?

As per the official syllabus of VSAT, the Mathematics syllabus includes topics from Geometry, Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Probability, and Coordinate Geometry. The difficulty level of the question paper is based on Class 11 and 12 NCERT.

FAQs on VSAT Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates can check here additional FAQ related to the VSAT exam pattern 2026 -

Commonly asked questions

Q: VSAT question paper is based on which education board?

It is based on NCERT Class 11 and Class 12, of CBSE curriculum and also from most state boards to ensure fairness for students across different educational backgrounds.

Q: Can I appear in the counselling, if I have got admission through JEE/EAMCET?

Yes, if candidates have got admission through JEE/EAMCET, they can still appear for VSAT counselling, provided they have qualified in the VSAT exam and hold a good rank. However, before finalising the college, they must compare the college based on course, fee and facilities.

Q: How difficult is the VSAT syllabus?

The difficulty level of the VSAT syllabus is easy to moderate. It is based on the 10+2 level, however the questions are easy to solve and if students have prepared well, they can qualify in the exam.

Q: How to prepare for the VSAT exam?

As the VSAT is not very difficult compared to other engineering entrance exams like the JEE, it becomes easy for even the average students to crack it easily. However, to do the same they need follow the prep tips mentioned below -

Stick to the NCERT books and a couple of supplementary books, thats it.
Don't overburden yourself with a lot of books, and prep notes. Just stick to the basics and cover the syllabus of VSAT well before time.
Give mock tests.
Solve past year question papers in abundance.

Q: When will VSAT result be out?

The VSAT will be declared after the exam is conducted. It is expected that the result will bs declared after the final answer key is out.

Q: What is VSAT counselling?

The VSAT counselling is a process thorugh which candidates are shortlisted for the courses. During the counselling process, candidates are alloted courses based on their rank of merit.