VIT Vellore Admission Process 2026: Courses, Eligibility, Selection Criteria

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VIT Vellore has started admissions for undergraduate and postgraduate programs for the academic year 2026. The institute offers a diverse range of VIT Vellore's undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD Admissions.

For BTech Admissions, applicants must possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their 10+2 from a recognized board. The selection criteria require a valid JEE Main Score, VITEEE, along with VIT Counselling. The first year BTech fee ranges between INR 1.73 Lakhs.

Applicants interested in learning about the VIT Vellore admissions can check out the article explained below.

VIT Vellore Admissions Highlights 2026

Given below are the VIT Vellore Admissions Highlights:

Parameters	Details
Mode of study	Full Time
Degree Level	Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD
Courses offered	B.Tech, B.Des. (Industrial Design), B.Arch, B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc, MBA, MTech and more.
Mode of application	Online
Selection criteria	Merit based and Valid Entrance Scores
Application Fees	INR 1000
Official website	https://vit.ac.in/

VIT Vellore BTech Admissions 2026

Listed below is a detailed overview of the VIT Vellore BTech Admissions, which includes information regarding eligibility requirements, available specializations, and the selection criteria used in the admissions process.

Course	Specialization	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
BTech	Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning), computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering), Computer Science and Engineering (Bioinformatics), Computer Science and Engineering and Business Systems(in collaboration with TCS), Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Science Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering (Biomedical Engineering), Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology), Health Sciences and Technology, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (Electric Vehicles), Mechanical Engineering (Smart Manufacturing)	Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 from a recognized board.	Valid JEE Main Score, VITEEE, along with VIT Counselling

VIT Vellore VITEEE BTech Cutoff 2024

Listed below is a tabular representation of the VIT Vellore VITEEE BTech course-wise cutoff for the General category:

Courses	Closing Rank 2024
Computer Science and Engineering	8006
Data Science	8100
Bioinformatics	8600
Information Technology	9050
Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering	9150
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning	9300
Computer Engineering - Cyber Security	9550
Information Security	9800
Computer Science and Business Systems	10350
Electronics & Communication Engineering	19800
Health Sciences and Technology	22000
Biotechnology	26500
Electrical And Computer Engineering	26600
Electrical And Electronics Engineering	31000
Electronics And Instrumentation Engineering	33400
Mechanical Engineering	86000
Mechanical Engineering - Electric Vehicles	87000
Chemical Engineering	88000
Civil Engineering	89000
Manufacturing Engineering	91000

VIT Vellore UG Admissions 2026

Listed below is a tabular representation of the VIT Vellore under graduation admissions, followed by their eligibility and selection criteria.

Courses	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
B.Des (Industrial Design)	50% aggregate marks in their 10+2 from a recognized board.	Valid VITDAT or UCEED Scores followed by a personal interview round.
B.Arch		Valid NATA Scores followed by a personal interview round.
BSc (Hons) Agriculture		Merit based followed by VIT Counselling
BCA
BBA
BCom

VIT Vellore MBA Admissions 2026

VIT Vellore offers a robust MBA program via its Department of Management, which is designed as a full-time, residential course lasting two years. The tuition fee for the first year of the MBA program is set at INR 3.52 Lakhs, providing students with a structured and immersive educational experience.

VIT Vellore MBA Eligibility 2026

Aspirants wishing to enroll in the MBA program at VIT Vellore must meet specific eligibility criteria.
Firstly, aspirants are required to hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline or possess an equivalent qualification.
Additionally, they must have secured a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in their undergraduate studies.
It is also necessary for aspirants to have completed at least one course in Mathematics or Statistics during their 10+2 (higher secondary) education.

VIT Vellore MBA Selection Criteria 2026

The selection process for aspirants incorporates multiple essential components:

Firstly, candidates are required to possess valid scores from standardized tests such as CAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, or CMAT.
After these assessments, the evaluation continues with a personal interview and a group discussion, both of which are pivotal in the selection process.
Furthermore, applicants must provide documentation of their work experience and academic history, which are also taken into account as part of the selection criteria.

VIT Vellore PG Admissions 2026

Listed below is a tabular representation of the VIT Vellore post-graduation admissions, followed by their eligibility and selection criteria.

Courses	Eligibility	Selection criteria
MTech	50% aggregate marks in their graduation from a recognized university.	Valid VITMEE or GATE Scores, followed by a personal interview round.
MSc		Merit based followed by VIT Counselling
M.Des		Valid VITMEE or CEED scores, followed by a personal interview round.

VIT Vellore Admission Process 2026

Given below is a step-by-step guide for the VIT Vellore admissions:

Step 1: Visit VIT Vellore Official Website.
Step 2: Register by selecting "register now" and entering your email address and cellphone number.
Step 3: Get special login information to access the application portal after registering.
Step 4: Once you have logged in, correctly complete the application.
Step 5: In accordance with the application instructions, upload the necessary files.
Step 6: Pay INR 1000 as non-refundable registration fee.
Step 7: Fill out and submit the application form with the required paperwork.
Step 8:The admissions committee examines each application in step eight.
Step 9: After being shortlisted, receive an admission letter updating your admission status.

Documents Required

10th and 12th Marksheets
Graduation Marksheets
Entrance exam score cards (If any)
Aadhar Card
PAN Card
Migration Certificate
Character certificate
School leaving certificate
Caste Certificates (If any)
Category Certificate
Work experience certificate
Income Proof
Residencial Proof
Passport Size Photographs
Signatures
Payment confirmation receipt

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ans. Admissions for flagship courses such as BTech, MTech, MBA, and Ph.D. at VIT Vellore are determined through entrance examinations organized by the institute.

Specifically, the admissions process for the BTech program relies on the VITEEE exam.
For MTech candidates, admission is contingent upon performance in the VITMEE exam.
MBA admissions, on the other hand, consider results from recognized national-level exams like CAT, XAT, and MAT.
Lastly, applicants seeking to enter the Ph.D. program must take the VITREE exam, ensuring a standardized evaluation for each course offered by the institute.

Ans. Selection for the MTech and MCA programs is primarily based on the scores obtained in the VITMEE examination.

Additionally, candidates who have qualified for the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) are also eligible to apply.
To meet the eligibility requirements, applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and achieve a minimum of 60% marks in their undergraduate studies.

Ans. VITEEE Exam is structured into two distinct groups: MPCEA (Main and Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, and Mathematics) and BPCEA (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Engineering).

Candidates must choose one of the specified groups to participate in the VITEEE exam.
The exam has a total duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes, which allows sufficient time for candidates to complete the assessment thoroughly.
Additionally, an overview of the exam pattern is included, emphasizing the significant elements of this examination aimed at aspiring engineering students.

Given below is a tabular representation of the VITEEE Exam pattern:

1. MPCEA (Main and Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, and Mathematics)

Subject	Number of Questions
Mathematics	40
Physics	35
Chemistry	35
English	5
Aptitude	10
Total	125

2.BPCEA (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Engineering)

Subject	Number of Questions
Biology	40
Physics	35
Chemistry	35
English	5
Aptitude	10
Total	125

Ans. Given below is a step-by-step guide for VITEEE Selection criteria:

Aspirants' selection is determined by the VITEEE 2025 rank.
Eligible Aspirants will participate in online counselling based on their rank.
Options for campuses, programs, and cost categories will be presented during counselling.
Allotment of seats is dependent on the aspirant's rank and available options.
Aspirants with ranks up to 1 Lakh can counsel for the Vellore and Chennai campuses.
Full tuition fee payment by the deadline is required to confirm eligibility.
Necessary documentation must be presented on campus visit or upon request from the Office of Admissions.
Provisional admission during counselling is contingent on meeting all requirements.

Ans. Given below is the eligibility criteria for B.Des at VIT Vellore:

Applicants must have at least 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 from a recognized board.
Applicants are also required to have a valid VITDAT or UCEED Score, followed by a personal interview round.

Ans. Listed below is a tabular representation of the VIT Vellore PhD Admission Criteria:

Parameter	Details
Course	PhD
Program Duration	3–5 Years
1st Year Fees	INR 43,000 – 78,000
Eligibility	75% marks in Masters (Engineering) and 60% marks in Masters (Non-Engineering)
Selection Criteria	VITREE Entrance Scores.

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