B.Tech Entrance Exam: A Complete Guide

Starting on a journey towards a B.Tech degree is an exciting yet important moment in every aspiring engineer's life. The road to this is often paved with rigorous BTech entrance exams such as AEEE exam or Amity JEE exam, where dreams and aspirations meet the challenge of proving one's mettle. 

In this blog, we'll go through some of the top BTech entrance exams along with their important details that will navigate your way to a successful engineering career. 

JEE Main

JEE Main exam is a highly competitive engineering entrance examination conducted in India. It serves as a gateway for admission to undergraduate engineering programs at prestigious institutions across the country, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and various other government-funded technical institutions and universities.

JEE Main Full Form	Joint Entrance Examination Main
Application Open	May 15, 2024
Application Close	January 21, 2024
Exam Date	February 1, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	300
Marking Scheme	+4 for a correct answer -1 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

BITSAT

BITSAT exam is a computer-based entrance examination conducted by Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) for admission to its undergraduate engineering programs. BITS is a prestigious institution in India known for its high-quality technical education, and BITSAT is one of the primary ways to gain admission to its campuses in Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.

BITSAT Full Form	Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test
Application Open	January 31, 2024
Application Close	May 15, 2024
Exam Date	May 21-26, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	390
Marking Scheme	+3 for a correct answer -1 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

SRMJEEE

The SRMJEEE is an entrance exam conducted by SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University). SRM is a prominent private university in India with multiple campuses offering various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including engineering.

SRMJEE Full Form	SRM Joint Engineering Entrance Examination
Application Open	November 20, 2023
Application Close	April 17, 2024
Exam Date	April 22, 2024
Duration	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Marks	125
Marking Scheme	+1 for a correct answer 0 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

VITEEE

The VITEEE exam is conducted by Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) for admission to its undergraduate engineering programs. VIT is a well-known private university in India with campuses in Vellore, Chennai, Bhopal, and Andhra Pradesh. VITEEE is a key step in the admission process for prospective engineering students at VIT.

VITEEE Full Form	VIT Engineering Entrance Examination
Application Open	November 11, 2023
Application Close	April 5, 2024
Exam Date	April 17-23, 2024
Duration	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Marks	125
Marking Scheme	+1 for a correct answer 0 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

BHU UET

The BHU UET is conducted by Banaras Hindu University (BHU) for admission to various undergraduate programs offered by the university. BHU is one of the most prestigious central universities in India, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, and it offers a wide range of undergraduate courses in fields such as arts, social sciences, commerce, sciences, and more.

BHU UET Full Form	Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Test
Application Open	February 9, 2024
Application Close	May 19, 2024
Exam Date	May 21 - June 11, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	450
Marking Scheme	+3 for a correct answer -1 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

COMEDK UGET

The COMEDK UGET is conducted by the COMEDK for admission to various undergraduate engineering and architecture programs in private colleges across Karnataka, India. COMEDK is an association of private medical, engineering, and dental colleges in Karnataka, and the UGET is one of its flagship exams.

COMEDK UGET Full Form	Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka Undergraduate Entrance Test
Application Open	February 15, 2024
Application Close	April 27, 2024
Exam Date	May 28, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	180
Marking Scheme	+1 for a correct answer 0 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

AP ECET

The AP ECET is conducted by the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur (JNTUA) on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). AP ECET is specifically designed for diploma holders and B.Sc. (Mathematics) degree holders to gain lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech/B.E. programs in various engineering colleges in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India.

AP ECET Full Form	Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test
Application Open	March 10, 2024
Application Close	April 10, 2024
Exam Date	June 20, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	200
Marking Scheme	+1 for a correct answer 0 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

KIITEE

The KIITEE is conducted by Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by the university. KIIT is a prestigious private university located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, known for its wide range of academic programs, including engineering.

KIITEE Full Form	Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Entrance Examination
Application Open	September 2, 2023
Application Close	April 15, 2024
Exam Date	January 19-21, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	480
Marking Scheme	+4 for a correct answer -1 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

MHT CET

The MHT-CET exam is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to various undergraduate programs in the state of Maharashtra, India. The exam is primarily known for admission to engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture courses, although it is used for other programs as well.

MHT CET Full Form	Maharashtra Common Entrance Test
Application Open	March 8, 2024
Application Close	April 20, 2024
Exam Date	May 9-20, 2024
Duration	3 Hours
Total Marks	200
Marking Scheme	+2 for a correct answer (Maths Section) +1 for a correct answer 0 for an incorrect answer 0 for unanswered question

WBJEE

The WBJEE is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) for admission to various undergraduate programs in engineering, technology, architecture, and pharmacy courses in the state of West Bengal, India. The exam is conducted annually and is an important step for students seeking admission to engineering and related programs in West Bengal.

WBJEE Full Form	West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination
Application Open	December 23, 2023
Application Close	January 21, 2024
Exam Date	April 30, 2024
Duration	4 Hours
Total Marks	200
Marking Scheme	Category I: +1 for a correct answer                  -1/4 for an incorrect answer Category II: +2 for a correct answer                   -1/2 for an incorrect answer Category III: +2 for a correct answer                   0 for an incorrect answer

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FAQs - B.Tech Entrance Exam

What is the BTech Entrance Exam Syllabus?

The BTech Entrance Exam Syllabus mainly includes the basics of physics, chemistry and maths taught in 11th and 12th standards. 

What are some BTech Entrance Exam Books I can use for preparation?

Some of the BTech Entrance Exam Books are:

• Concepts of Physics by HC Verma
• Cengage Maths by G Tiwani
• NCERT Books

Which is the toughest BTech entrance exam?

JEE Main is considered to be the toughest BTech entrance exam.