VITEEE Entrance Exam: Eligibility, Exam Pattern

VITEEE Entrance Examination: Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Courses Offered, and Colleges Enlisted

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Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) conducts an annual entrance examination known as VITEEE for students seeking admission into engineering courses at their university. The examination is conducted for two campuses, namely Chennai and Vellore, and admission is based solely on the performance in the VITEEE entrance exam.

VITEEE Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the VITEEE, candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • General Category: Candidates must have secured an aggregate of 60% in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology in the qualifying examination.
  • SC/ST, Jammu & Kashmir, and the North Eastern states: Candidates must have a minimum aggregate of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology (PCM/PCB) in class XII.

VITEEE Exam Pattern

The VITEEE exam consists of 125 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections – Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The duration of the VITEEE exam is two and a half hours.

VITEEE 2023 Courses Offered

The VITEEE 2023 offers a wide range of BTech courses to aspiring students, including:

  • Aerospace Engineering (4)
  • Biotechnology
  • Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Bioinformatics
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Information Security
  • Computer Science and Engineering and Business systems (in collaboration with TCS)
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Data Science
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in the Internet of Things
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Data Analytics
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Networking & Security
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in AI and Machine Learning
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Cyber-Physical Systems
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Gaming Technology
  • Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensic
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication with specialization in Biomedical Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialization in Embedded Systems
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialization in VLSI
  • Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
  • Electronics and Computer Engineering
  • Fashion Technology
  • Information Technology
  • Mechanical with specialization in Automotive Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Production and Industrial Engineering

VITEEE Colleges Enlisted

Candidates who successfully clear the VITEEE exam are eligible for admission to various engineering courses at VIT Chennai and Vellore campuses. VIT is a prestigious institution with a reputation for academic excellence, and admission to its courses is highly competitive.

Important Links

Official Website – https://viteee.vit.ac.in/

Eligibility – https://viteee.vit.ac.in/#elig

Important Dates –

Mock Test Link for Mathematics – http://13.250.178.126/VITEEEMPCEA/tp/index.php

Mock Test Link for Biology – http://13.250.178.126/VITEEEBPCEA/tp/index.php

Important Dates

Important Dates

Last Date for Receipt of ApplicationMarch 31, 2023 (Tentative)
VITEEEApril 17th – 23rd, 2023
Result DeclarationTo be Announced
CounsellingTo be Announced

Check this link regularly – https://viteee.vit.ac.in/

Contact Details

O/o UG Admission
VIT
Vellore – 632014, Tamil Nadu, India
Help Line Number: 044-46277555
Email : [email protected]
Support time: 9 am to 5 pm; Monday through Friday (Excluding public holidays)

FAQ

Official Faq link – https://viteee.vit.ac.in/

Does VIT offer admissions through Management quota?
There is no Management Quota in VIT. Admissions to B.Tech. programme is based on the merit rank obtained in the VITEEE 2023 and for other Undergraduate programmes, it is based on the merit of your XII/ Higher Secondary Boards by which you would be ranked accordingly.

Is there lateral entry admission available for Diploma candidates?
‘No’. There is no lateral entry admission offered for B.Tech and UG programmes. Diploma holders (10+3) are eligible for B.Sc. Multimedia and Animation, Visual Communication, Fashion Designing (Chennai) with an overall aggregate of 60%.

Is VITEEE mandatory or would merit of XII/ Higher Secondary Board, JEE Main/ SAT scores be considered for admission to the B.Tech. Degree programme?
‘Yes’. VITEEE is mandatory for admission to the B.Tech. Programme in VIT. Higher Secondary Board, JEE Main/ SAT scores will not be considered for admission to the B.Tech. Degree programme

What would be the syllabus and Question pattern (QP) for the VITEEE?
– Please visit the admission guidelines link for the syllabus.
– Math’s or Biology (40 questions), Physics (35 questions), Chemistry (35 questions), Aptitude (10 questions) and English (5 questions) in two and half examination without negative marking.

Could I have some information on the VITEEE?
– VIT Engineering Entrance Examination will be conducted between 2nd and 3rd week of April 2023 (Tentatively) CBT – Computer based test.
– The duration of the Entrance Examination will be of 2 hours and 30 minutes
– The details on the sessions and timings would be intimated before slot booking.

If a student has selected / allotted a particular branch of Engineering through counseling, in a selected campus, under a specific category, would it be possible to change the branch, campus or category later after allotment?
Once allotted. There is no Sliding/ up gradation in category / change of campus/ change of branch option offered further to admission.

What would be the valid ID proofs needed to be produced in the entrance examination hall, in addition to the E-admit card with photograph?
You should bring original of either Aadhar card/ Driving license/ PAN card / Passport/ Voter ID card or else School ID card.

Is there an option to ‘Edit’ the application form in web?
‘Yes’. Once you complete the application form, you will be able to edit your application. (After making the payment and uploading your photo & Signature)

How do I edit my application?
You will find the ‘Edit’ option on the left side of the screen at the application- download stage. (You would be able to edit all fields inclusive of test city and uploaded documents).

What am I supposed to do if my PIN code is not found in application form ?
Kindly mail to [email protected].

I have secured 62% overall in +2 examination, but 53.35% in PCM/ PCB. In such case, am I eligible for admission?
‘No’. You should satisfy the eligibility criteria of obtaining a minimum aggregate of 60% in PCM/PCB for the B.Tech. Programme. Refer information brochure for detailed eligibility criteria.

Is there a specific age limit to apply for VITEEE?
‘Yes’. Candidates whose date of birth falls on or after 1st July 2001 are only eligible to apply for VITEEE-2023.

I am an Indian but have completed my 10+2 system of Higher Secondary Education abroad. What would I enter under the ‘Nationality’ field in such case?
NRI (Non Resident Indian)

Which Engineering stream would I be eligible to apply for if I opt for Physics, Chemistry and Biology?
If you have opted for Physics, Chemistry and Biology in VITEEE 2023, you would be eligible only for (1) B.Tech Bio-Engineering, (2) B.Tech Biotechnology, (3) B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Bioinformatics, (4) B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Specialization in Health Informatics). (5) B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialization in Biomedical Engineering

When will be the mock exam for VITEEE?
Mock test will be scheduled after slot booking.

What’s the cut off / rank in VITEEE required for my desirable course?
Admissions for B.Tech Programmes are based on the merit rank from VITEEE and therefore it differs from year to year. It is only after you are ranked from the VITEEE and attend counseling that you may tentatively guess the rank range required for a particular branch. Higher the rank higher the chances to get your desirable course.

Marking Scheme of VITEEE ranking?
Each question contains one mark; there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

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