VITEEE Vellore Cutoff 2026: Branch-Wise Closing Ranks, Counselling Phases & Fee Categories
VITEEE Vellore Cutoff: CSE Category 1 at 1,400, ECE at 7,000, and EEE at 28,000 for 2025 admissions — with 2026 figures awaited. The VITEEE Vellore Cutoff is the closing rank for B.Tech admissions at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, which is determined by a unique fee-based category system rather than traditional reservation categories. The 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
VITEEE 2026 Key Dates for Application & Examination
Here are the important dates for the VITEEE 2026 examination and application process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Online Application | April 12, 2026 |
| VITEEE Examination Dates | April 28 – May 3, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | May 8, 2026 |
| Online Counselling Commencement | Second week of May, 2026 |
VIT Vellore Branch-wise Cutoff Ranks 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The following table details the VITEEE Vellore cutoff ranks for various B.Tech branches across different fee categories for the 2025 academic year.
| Branch | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 1400 | 4500 | 16000 | 24000 | 32000 |
| CSE (Specialisation) Upper Branches | 3000 | 8000 | 21000 | 29000 | 37000 |
| CSE (Specialisation) Lower Branches | 5000 | 12000 | 25000 | 35000 | 45000 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 7000 | 13000 | 28000 | 42000 | 56000 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 28000 | 55000 | 80000 | 100000 | 120000 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 30000 | 57000 | 90000 | 100000 | 140000 |
| Civil Engineering | 35000 | 65000 | 100000 | 130000 | 180000 |
VITEEE 2026 Counselling Phases & Key Dates
The VITEEE 2026 counselling process is conducted in multiple phases, with specific dates for choice filling and seat allotment based on candidate ranks.
| Counselling Phase | Eligible Ranks | Key Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 1 – 20,000 | Concluded (May 2026) |
| Phase 2 | 20,001 – 45,000 | Choice Filling: Till May 20, 2026; Advance Fee: Till May 27, 2026 |
| Phase 3 | 45,001 – 70,000 | Counselling Fee Payment: Till May 27, 2026; Choice Filling: May 28-29, 2026; Seat Allotment: May 31, 2026 |
| Phase 4 | 70,001 – 1,00,000 | Registration Starts: June 6, 2026; Choice Filling: June 7-8, 2026 |
| Phase 5 (VIT-AP & VIT Bhopal only) | Above 1,00,000 | Registration Starts: June 17, 2026; Choice Filling: June 17-18, 2026 |
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FAQs
Q: What is considered a good rank in VITEEE for CSE at VIT Vellore?
A: A rank under 1,500 in Category 1 is generally considered very good for securing a CSE seat at VIT Vellore, though higher ranks can still secure admission in higher fee categories.
Q: Does VITEEE have different cutoffs for various categories like OBC, SC, ST?
A: VIT does not follow traditional reservation categories (OBC, SC, ST). Instead, it uses a unique fee-based category system (Category 1 to 5), where lower ranks fall into lower fee categories.
Q: Can I get admission to VIT Vellore with a rank above 20,000 in VITEEE?
A: Yes, admission to VIT Vellore is possible with ranks above 20,000, especially for less competitive branches or in higher fee categories (Category 3, 4, or 5).
Q: What factors influence the VITEEE Vellore cutoff each year?
A: The VITEEE Vellore cutoff is influenced by factors such as the total number of applicants, the difficulty level of the exam, the number of seats available for each course, and previous years’ cutoff trends.
Q: Is it possible to upgrade my allotted seat in later counselling rounds?
A: Yes, VIT allows candidates to upgrade their allotted seats in subsequent counselling rounds if a better preference becomes available based on their rank and choices.
Q: Does VIT accept JEE Main scores for B.Tech admissions?
A: No, Vellore Institute of Technology primarily accepts scores from its own entrance examination, VITEEE, for B.Tech admissions and does not consider JEE Main scores.
