Top Engineering Entrance Exams in India Other Than JEE 2026 - Check Details

Top Engineering Entrance Exams in India Other Than JEE 2026 - Check Details

Team Careers360Updated on 30 Sep 2025, 03:19 PM IST

Top Entrance Exams Other Than JEE 2026 - Engineering aspirants in India can opt for several exam other than JEE Main 2026. Several prominent engineering entrance exams other than JEE are BITSAT, VITEEE, SRMJEEE, COMEDK UGET, MHT CET, WBJEE etc. All these entrance exams offer admission into B.E/B.tech courses in respective universities or engineering institutes in the respective states. Candidates looking for entrance examinations for engineering other than JEE Main or JEE Advanced can refer to these national and state level exams. Eligibility criteria for each one has been shared on the official websites of respective exams.

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  1. Top Entrance Exams Other Than JEE 2026 - Highlights
  2. VITEEE (VIT Engineering Entrance Exam)
  3. SRMJEEE
  4. BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test)
  5. MET (Manipal Entrance Test)
  6. COMEDK UGET
  7. AP EAMCET
  8. MHT CET
  9. WBJEE
Top Engineering Entrance Exams in India Other Than JEE 2026 - Check Details
Top Engineering Entrance Exams in India Other Than JEE 2026

Candidates who are planning to appear in such entrance exams other than JEE can participate and take admissions into BITS Pilani, VIT, SRM College etc. Read this article for more information about top entrance exams other than jee 2026.
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Top Entrance Exams Other Than JEE 2026 - Highlights

Entrance Exams

Frequency

Conducting Body

VITEEE

Once a year

National Testing Agency (NTA)

SRMJEEE

Twice a year

SRM Institute of Science and Technology (Earlier known as SRM University

BITSAT

Twice a year

BITS Pilani

MET

Twice a year

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

COMEDK UGET

Once a year

Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK)

AP EAMCET

Once a year

JNTU Kakinada

MHT CET

Once a year

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra

WBJEE

Once a year

West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board

VITEEE (VIT Engineering Entrance Exam)

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

VIT University


Courses Offered

B.E/B.Tech

University Campuses

VIT Vellore, VIT Chennai, VIT Bhopal, and VIT AP

Eligibility:

60% in PCM/PCB in Class 12 (50% for SC/ST)

Exam Date - Tentative

April 2026

Mode

Online


SRMJEEE

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

SRM Institute of Science and Technology


Courses Offered

B.E/B.Tech

University Campuses

SRM institutes

Eligibility:

Minimum 50% in Class 12 with PCM/B

Exam Date

Conducted in 2 or 3 phases

Mode

Remote proctored online test


BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test)

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

BITS Pilani


Courses Offered

B.E/B.Tech and integrated programs

University Campuses

BITS Pilani, BITS Goa, and BITS Hyderabad

Eligibility:

75% aggregate in PCM and 60% in each subject

Exam Date - Tentative

Two sessions – May & June 2026

Mode

Computer-based test

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MET (Manipal Entrance Test)

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

Manipal Academy of Higher Education


Courses Offered

B.E/B.Tech

University Campuses

Manipal Jaipur & Sikkim campuses

Eligibility:

50% marks in PCM in Class 12

Exam Date - Tentative

Multiple phases

Mode

Online

COMEDK UGET

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

COMEDK (Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka)

Courses Offered

B.Tech

University Campuses

Private colleges of Karnataka

Eligibility:

Pass in 10+2 with PCM

Exam Date - Tentative

May 2026

Mode

Online test

AP EAMCET

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE

Courses Offered

B.Tech

Eligibility:

Must have passed or appeared for final year of Intermediate exam with PCM

Exam Date - Tentative

May 2026

Mode

Online

MHT CET

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

Maharashtra CET Cell

Courses Offered

B.E/B.Tech

University Campuses

Maharashtra government and private colleges

Eligibility:

12th pass with PCM; domicile criteria for state quota

Exam Date - Tentative

April-May 2026

Mode

Online test

WBJEE

Particulars

Details

Conducted by

WBJEEB (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board)

Courses Offered

B.E/B.Tech

University Campuses

Engineering colleges in West Bengal

Eligibility:

12th pass with PCM; 45% for General, 40% for Reserved categories

Exam Date - Tentative

April 2026

Mode

Offline (Pen & Paper)

Top Entrance Exams Other Than JEE 2026 - Highlights

  • JEE is not the only way to get into engineering colleges.

  • Exams like BITSAT, VITEEE, SRMJEEE, COMEDK, MHT CET, and WBJEE are also popular.

  • These exams are accepted by top private and state colleges.

  • Most exams need Class 12 pass with PCM and have different rules for each.

  • Some exams like VITEEE and BITSAT are held twice a year.

  • Taking more than one exam gives you more chances.

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Top Entrance Exams Other Than JEE 2026- Points to remember

  • Tips for Choosing the Right Exam

  • Know your goal – Pick exams based on the colleges you want.

  • Check state rules – Some exams need you to be a resident of that state.

  • See exam level – Some are easier than JEE, so plan wisely.

  • Look at placement records – Choose colleges with good job results.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Do private engineering exams have the same difficulty as JEE?
A:

No, most private university exams are generally easier than JEE Main or Advanced.

Q: Can I appear for more than one engineering exam?
A:

Yes, you can take multiple exams to improve your chances of getting into a good college.

Q: What are the best engineering exams apart from JEE?
A:

Top ones include BITSAT, VITEEE, SRMJEEE, MET, COMEDK, MHT CET, KCET, and WBJEE.

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Questions related to JEE Main

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Hello,

You cannot "renew" your September 2025 certificate. You must apply for a completely new EWS certificate after April 1, 2026.

EWS certificates are linked to a specific financial year.

Your certificate issued in September 2025 is valid for the financial year 2025-26. It is based on your family's income from the previous financial year (i.e., 2024-25).

The certificate required for JEE counselling in mid-2026 must be valid for the financial year 2026-27. This certificate must be based on your family's income from the financial year 2025-26 and must be issued on or after April 1, 2026.

Since they are based on two different income periods, they are considered completely different documents.


Hope it's helpful to you.

Hi! Don’t worry, you can correct your category this year while filling out the JEE Main 2025 application form. If you belong to BC/OBC category and have the valid caste certificate, you can apply under OBC NCL now. It will not be a problem if last year you had applied as General/EWS, since each year’s application is considered separately.
OBC NCL is for candidates from socially and educationally backward communities (non creamy layer) with income below 8 lakh, while EWS is for students from the general category (not SC/ST/OBC) with family income below 8 lakh. Since your family income is less than 2 lakh and you are BC, applying under OBC NCL is the right choice and will give you reservation benefits.

Hello,

To get below AIR 100 in JEE Advanced 2027, you need a strong and focused plan. Here’s a simple guide:

  1. Clear Concepts : Make sure all NCERT basics are strong. Focus on Physics, Chemistry, and Maths concepts deeply.

  2. Advanced Practice : Solve previous years’ JEE Advanced papers and high-level questions from books like HC Verma, I.E. Irodov, OP Tandon, and Cengage.

  3. Regular Mock Tests : Take full-length tests every week. Analyse mistakes and improve weak areas.

  4. Time Management : Learn to solve questions quickly and accurately. Work on speed and accuracy together.

  5. Short Notes : Make notes/formulas for quick revision.

  6. Consistency : Study daily and avoid long breaks. Consistent practice is key.

  7. Focus on Weak Areas : Identify topics you struggle with and spend extra time on them.

  8. Stress Management : Stay healthy, sleep well, and avoid last-minute panic.

If you follow a structured plan and stay consistent, AIR below 100 is achievable.

Hope it helps !

Helloaspirant,

The JEE Main 2026 syllabus, which is broken down into Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, is based on the NCERT curriculum for Classes 11 and 12.  Calculus, Algebra, and Coordinate Geometry in Mathematics; Organic, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry; and Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Optics in Physics are important subjects.

To know the syllabus, you can visit our site through following link:

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-syllabus

Thank you