VITREE Exam Essentials for January Session Phd Admissions 2026

VITREE: Examination Essentials

The VITREE will be conducted on December 7, 2025, and will have a duration of 2 hours. The examination is held in an objective format, comprising 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Candidates will receive one mark for each correct answer, with no negative marking for incorrect responses. The question paper will be in English, with the exception of language-specific subjects.

Question Paper Structure

The structure of the question paper is tailored to the specific program for which a candidate is applying.

For Ph.D. and Ph.D. Deep Technology (for relevant Master's Degree holders): The 100 MCQs are divided into three sections:

• Technical: 70 questions

• English Communication Skills: 15 questions

• Statistics and Probability: 15 questions

For Direct Ph.D. and Direct Ph.D. Deep Technology (for B.E./B.Tech. Degree graduates): The 100 MCQs are structured as follows:

• Technical: 80 questions

• English Communication Skills: 20 questions

Also Read: VIT Ph.D Admissions

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility for the VITREE varies depending on the research program, with a focus on strong academic performance.

• Ph.D: Applicants must have a Master's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale.

• Direct Ph.D: This program is for candidates with an outstanding academic record in their Bachelor's degree. A minimum of 75% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 on a 10-point scale is mandatory.

• Ph.D. Deep Technology Research Chancellor Fellowship: This fellowship is available to applicants with an exceptional academic record in either their Bachelor's or Master's degree, completed in a full-time or regular mode of education. Candidates must have a minimum of 75% marks or an aggregate CGPA of 8.0 on a 10-point scale.

The exam covers technical knowledge, English communication, and statistics/probability, with the mix tailored to your degree. With a wide range of specializations from Engineering and Science to Management and Law, and test centers in 25 cities across India, VITREE offers a great opportunity for academic advancement.

Specializations and Test Centers

VITREE offers a vast selection of specializations across multiple disciplines.

Available Specializations:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Mathematics

• Data Science

• Bio Sciences and Biotechnology

• Life Science

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Science and Engineering

• Information Technology

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Electronics and Communication Engineering

• Bio-Medical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• English

• Commerce & Accountancy

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Social Work

• Political Science

• Economics

• Tamil

• Hindi

• French

• Historical Studies

• International Relations

• Spanish

• Management

• Design

• Agriculture

• Architecture and Planning

• Hospitality Management

• Health Sciences

• Media Arts and Technology

• Chemical Engineering

• Geology

• Fashion Technology

• Law

The examination will be conducted in 25 cities throughout India to ensure accessibility for candidates nationwide.

VITREE Test Cities

• Amaravati (AP)

• Tirupathi

• Visakhapatnam

• Guwahati

• New Delhi

• Bengaluru

• Kochi

• Kozhikode

• Thiruvananthapuram

• Thrissur

• Bhopal

• Mumbai

• Pune

• Bhubaneswar

• Puducherry

• Chennai

• Coimbatore

• Madurai

• Nagercoil

• Salem

• Tiruchirappalli

• Vellore

• Hyderabad

• Lucknow

• Kolkata

GATE/NET Scholarships

Scholarship provided as per AICTE norms per month is entitled only to those students having a valid GATE / NET score at the time of admission.

For more information, please visit: admissions.vit.ac.in/phdapplication/login

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