

The SITEEE exam pattern 2026 is prescribed by the conducting authority i.e., Symbiosis International Deemed University on the official website i.e., ‘set-test.org’ According to the test pattern, the examination will be conducted online in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across various cities in India.
The students appearing for this test have to attempt 60 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for a total of 120 marks distributed over 3 sections namely, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
This article offers key details about the SITEEE 2026 exam pattern and its related aspects such as marking scheme, mode & medium of the test, duration, sections, number of questions, etc.
SITEEE stands for Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam conducted by Symbiosis International Deemed University for students seeking admission in the B.Tech programmes. Candidates are suggested to have a thorough understanding about the paper pattern of SITEEE 2026 to prepare well.
Students can refer to the following table to get the overview of SITEEE exam pattern 2026:
|
Particular |
SITEEE Exam Pattern 2026 |
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Exam Mode |
Online - Computer Based Test mode |
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Exam Medium/ Language |
English |
|
Sections |
3 |
|
Exam Duration |
60 Minutes * Differently abled candidates are given a compensatory time of 20 minutes. |
|
Total Marks |
120 |
|
Marking Scheme |
|
|
Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
|
Number of Questions |
60 Questions |
|
Number of Answer Choices |
4 |
* In case of unavoidable circumstances, the schedule / structure of the exam can be changed at the discretion of the conducting body.
Note: In order to pass the exam, it is important for the students to follow SITEEE Syllabus 2026 along with the pattern.
In accordance with the SITEEE pattern 2026, the test will comprise 3 sections including Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry. The following table describes the section-wise details of the entrance exam:
|
Subject |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
|
Physics |
15 |
30 |
|
Chemistry |
15 |
30 |
|
Mathematics |
30 |
60 |
|
Overall |
60 |
120 |
* It is mandatory for the students to attempt all the sections.
Note: Candidates can appear for both attempts of the exam but the higher score among the two tests would be considered for final percentile calculation.
The SITEEE marking scheme is determined by the Symbiosis International Deemed University (conducting body). Through the marking scheme, the student’s performance is analysed and their marks are calculated. The information for the same is given below as per the SITEEE exam pattern 2026:
* Aspirants should be aware of the SITEEE Eligibility Criteria 2026 and need to complete the SITEEE Registration 2026 in order to appear for the test.
Below-mentioned are the facilities available for the Persons with Disabilities appearing for SITEEE test:
Following are a few types of disabilities covered to be categorised as a PwD candidate for SITEEE exam:
The conducting authority i.e., Symbiosis International Deemed University specifies the exam pattern of SITEEE.
Based on the SITEEE exam 2026 pattern, there will be no negative marking in the test.
The exam is held in Online - Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
The examination will consist of 3 sections with a total of 60 questions in accordance with the SITEEE exam pattern 2026.
The exam will be conducted for 120 marks with 30 marks each allotted for Physics & Chemistry and remaining 60 marks for Mathematics.
