How to Prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go?
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How to Prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go?

Shivani PooniaUpdated on 18 Dec 2025, 09:19 AM IST

How to Prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go? - For an excited and motivated fresher seeking admission into top private engineering colleges, this is the right article for you. All these— BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE—require preparation and strategizing from a student and almost have the same syllabus. The first step would be the design of a timetable so that the candidate marks out how much time he is going to spend on each subject. The registrations are also started for SRMJEE 2026 and will last until April 16 for Phase 1, June 4 for Phase 2, and June 30, 2026 for Phase 3. The exam for Phase 1 is scheduled for April 23 to 28, 2026, Phase 2 for June 10 to 15, 2026, and Phase 3 for July 4 to 5, 2026. This article includes online resources and practice papers for different examinations to give you an idea about their question formats and levels of difficulty. If you get good scores, then you have a chance at a top engineering college.

How to Prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go?
How to Prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go?

Let’s kick off with a short table of general information about all the three entrance exams:

Exam

Conducting Body

Mode of Exam

Key Purpose

BITSAT

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Admission to B.E. programs at BITS Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad, Dubai campuses

VITEEE

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Admission to B.Tech programs at VIT Vellore, Chennai, Bhopal, and AP campuses

SRMJEEE

SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST)

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Admission to B.Tech programs at SRM campuses (Kattankulathur, Ramapuram, Vadapalani, etc.)


Exam Pattern

Let’s understand the exam pattern using the following table:

Exam

Subjects & Questions

Total Questions

Marks & Scheme

Duration

Mode

BITSAT

Physics – 30, Chemistry – 30, Mathematics – 40, English Proficiency – 10, Logical Reasoning – 20

130

+3 for correct, -1 for wrong; 390 marks total

3 hours

CBT (MCQs)

VITEEE

Physics – 35, Chemistry – 35, Mathematics – 40, English – 5, Aptitude – 10

125

+1 for correct, no negative marking; 125 marks total

2.5 hours

CBT (MCQs)

SRMJEEE

Physics – 35, Chemistry – 35, Mathematics – 40, English – 10, Aptitude – 10

130

+1 for correct, no negative marking; 130 marks total

2.5 hours

CBT (MCQs)


For detailed information about the exam pattern, please visit the below pages.


How to prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go?

The preparation strategy for almost every entrance examination is somewhere the same. Every applicant aims to qualify for the entrance examination in one go. Therefore, we present some of the effective ways to prepare for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE in one go.

BITSAT Syllabus: Subjects & Chapters
Select your preferred subject to view the chapters

1. Time management

It is extremely important for candidates to understand the importance of time management to qualify for the exam. Many times, candidates complain about not being able to complete the exam on time and this is due to the lack of time management. It is essential to understand the amount of time they should give to a particular question. The aim of time management is to manage time in such a way that you reach your target within the specified time.

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2. Practice sample papers

Solving practice papers will help you ace any exam be it BITSAT or VITEEE. The sample papers are prepared on the basis of the actual question paper format. This will not only help candidates to understand the question paper pattern but also the strengths and weaknesses of a candidate i.e. which topic requires more attention. Solving sample papers will also help in maintaining speed, time management & accuracy. Candidates can find the sample papers of BITSAT 2026, VITEEE 2026, and SRMJEEE 2026 in the table given below.

Sample Papers

3. Know the important books

Having the right study material is again an important part of preparation. Candidates must know the books they should refer to in order to boost their preparation and increase their chances of qualifying for the exam in one go. Along with books, candidates are also advised to prioritize the topics. Note: You can refer the combination of the following for SRMJEE as the syllabus is almost similar.

Important Books

4. Understand the syllabus and exam pattern

Missing out any topic is said to be a BIG NO. Candidates must ensure that they have covered all the topics that are mentioned in the syllabus of the entrance exam. Along with the syllabus, candidates are advised to understand the pattern of the exam. This will help them to understand the topics from where the questions will be asked in the exam and what will be the nature of the questions.

5. Revision

Lastly, revise regularly. It is a must. It will help in remembering the formulas, facts, and topics that must have been done a long time ago. Start revising the topics that you find difficult. This will help in boosting the overall confidence level. Also, while revising, try to make notes that summarize the topic. Here is a master table to help you visualize the similarities and differences of the three exams so you can strategize and prepare accordingly:

Aspect

BITSAT 2026

VITEEE 2026

SRMJEEE 2026

How It Affects Preparation

Conducting Body

BITS Pilani

VIT University

SRM Institute of Science & Tech.

Helps target previous year papers from respective institutes.

Mode of Exam

CBT (MCQs)

CBT (MCQs)

CBT (MCQs)

Preparation for online exam practice is similar for all.

Syllabus

Based on NCERT Class 11 & 12 (PCM)

Based on NCERT Class 11 & 12 (PCM)

Based on NCERT Class 11 & 12 (PCM)

Core topics overlap; one syllabus strategy can work for all three.

Additional Sections

English + Logical Reasoning

English + Aptitude

English + Aptitude

Need to separately prepare reasoning/aptitude for VITEEE & SRMJEEE and logical reasoning for BITSAT.

Total Questions

130

125

130

BITSAT is lengthier; focus on speed & accuracy more for BITSAT.

Marking Scheme

+3 / -1 (negative marking)

+1 / 0 (no negative marking)

+1 / 0 (no negative marking)

More caution required in BITSAT; guesswork possible in VITEEE & SRMJEEE.

Exam Duration

3 hours

2.5 hours

2.5 hours

Time per question is tighter in VITEEE & SRMJEEE compared to BITSAT.

Difficulty Level

Generally higher

Moderate

Moderate

BITSAT prep should be slightly more rigorous.

Frequency / Phases

2 sessions (May & June)

1 session (April)

3 phases (Apr, Jun, Jul)

SRMJEEE offers multiple attempts; BITSAT allows two sessions; VITEEE single shot.

Focus for Strategy

Strong speed + accuracy + reasoning

Concept clarity + aptitude practice

Concept clarity + aptitude practice

Students can align NCERT prep but adjust for reasoning/aptitude focus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is syllabus for SRMJEEE and VITEEE same?
A:

The syllabus for both SRMJEEE and VITEEE include topics from class 11 and 12 science stream. However, students are advised to check syllabus released by the authorities. 

Q: What is the difficulty level of VITEEE?
A:

Based on previous year trends, the difficulty level of the VITEEE exam is moderate.

Q: How to plan the study schedule for BITSAT, VITEEE and SRMJEEE?
A:

Make a detailed timetable that allows time for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics on a weekly basis. See that all portions are covered by dividing your time according to the weight age and difficulty of all three exams.

Q: Which study material is to be referred to?
A:

Standard Textbooks: NCERT should be followed for the base concepts and Refer to running books prescribed for JEE. Besides, find specific preparatory material, and practice papers for BITSAT, VITEEE, and SRMJEEE.

Q: How do I take up practice efficiently for all three exams?
A:

Attempt mock tests and previous years' papers of each exam. This will not only clarify the question pattern but also in time management. At the same time, regular practice will show you where you lag.

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Hello,
For BITSAT 2026, the approximate weightage across subjects is often given as:
Mathematics: ~ 40 %
Physics: ~ 30 %
Chemistry: ~ 25 %
English + Logical Reasoning: ~ 10 % combined

To know the syllabus and questions Check the follwing link,
https://www.careers360.com/exams/bitsat

Kindly check the below link to

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If you are looking for colleges with good placements other than through JEE or BITSAT, you can consider private and state-level engineering colleges that conduct their own entrance exams or accept board exam scores. Many of these colleges have strong industry connections and placement cells that help students get

Hello Aspirant,

From your BITSAT score of 210, BITS Hyderabad entry supports a very focused choice of integrated M.Sc. (like M.Sc. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Economics or Biology). Generally with this score, admission into the M.Sc. programs at BITS Hyderabad is likely competitive. Based on past trends, the cutoff's for the

Hello Aspirant,

With a BITSAT score of 172 and SRMJEEE Phase 2 rank of 14,110, securing top branches like CSE at BITS Pilani, Goa, or Hyderabad is unlikely, as their cutoffs are much higher (around 240–270+ for lesser-known branches). Similarly, SRM KTR campus for CSE closes within ~2,000–5,000 rank, so