Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
VITEEE Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure
Understand the marking scheme, section weights, question distribution and time strategy for VIT Engineering Entrance Examination
Exam Pattern at a Glance
Exam Mode
Online (CBT)
Language
English & Hindi
Negative Marking
None
Sections
5
Section-wise Pattern
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks per Q | Total Marks | Time (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 25 | +1 | 25 | 30 min |
| Chemistry | 25 | +1 | 25 | 30 min |
| Mathematics or Biology | 25 | +1 | 25 | 30 min |
| English | 25 | +1 | 25 | 30 min |
| Aptitude | 25 | +1 | 25 | 30 min |
| Total | 125 | — | 125 | 150 min |
Time is indicative. Candidates can attempt sections in any order in CBT mode.
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+1
marks
Wrong Answer
None
marks
Unattempted
0
marks
Marking Scheme
+1 for correct, no negative marking
Example Calculation:
If you attempt 75 questions, get 56 correct and 19 wrong:
Score = 56 × 1 = 56 marks
Skip questions you're unsure about — negative marking can reduce your score significantly.
Time Management Strategy
You have approximately 72.0 seconds per question on average.
| Phase | Time Budget | Target Questions |
|---|---|---|
| First pass (attempt easy Qs) | 90 min | 88 Qs |
| Second pass (attempt medium) | 45 min | 25 Qs |
| Review & guess | 15 min | Remaining |
Year-wise Pattern Changes
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 125 | 150 min | Current pattern |
| 2024 | 125 | 150 min | No major change |
| 2023 | 125 | 150 min | Section added |
Pattern history is approximate. Always check official notification.
Difficulty Distribution
Approximate question count: ~25 Easy | ~50 Medium | ~50 Hard
Based on difficulty level: hard. Actual distribution may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
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