BE
Bachelor of Engineering
Top Entrance Exams for BE Admission (2026)
Admission to Bachelor of Engineering (BE) programmes in India is primarily through entrance examinations. There are 10 major entrance exams for BE admission - including 2 national-level exams and 5 state-level exams . Candidates should check the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and important dates for each exam before applying. These exams are accepted by 4+ colleges offering BE across India.
| Exam | Conducting Body | Level | |
|---|---|---|---|
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AP EAMCET
Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test |
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) | state | Details |
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BITSAT
Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test |
BITS Pilani | university | Details |
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COMEDK
Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka |
COMEDK | state | Details |
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JEE Advanced
Joint Entrance Examination Advanced |
IIT (rotating annually) | national | Details |
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JEE Main
Joint Entrance Examination Main |
National Testing Agency (NTA) | national | Details |
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KCET
Karnataka Common Entrance Test |
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) | state | Details |
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MET
Manipal Entrance Test |
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | university | Details |
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MHT-CET
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test |
State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra | state | Details |
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SRMJEEE
SRM Joint Engineering Entrance Examination |
SRM Institute of Science and Technology | university | Details |
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TS EAMCET
Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test |
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH) | state | Details |
BE Entrance Exam Schedule 2026
Key dates for upcoming BE entrance exams. Dates marked as tentative are based on previous year patterns and may change.
| Exam | Registration | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| AP EAMCET (Engineering Stream) | 15 Feb 2026 * | 15 May 2026 - 20 May 2026 * |
| BITSAT (Session 1) | 08 Jan 2026 * | 16 May 2026 - 21 May 2026 * |
| COMEDK | 01 Feb 2026 * | 10 May 2026 * |
| JEE Advanced | 25 Apr 2026 * | 24 May 2026 * |
| JEE Main (Session 1) | 15 Jan 2027 * | 01 Apr 2027 - 15 Apr 2027 * |
| KCET (Day 1) | 15 Jan 2026 * | 15 Apr 2026 * |
| MET (Phase 1) | 01 Nov 2025 * | 18 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026 * |
| MHT-CET (PCM Session) | 22 Jan 2026 * | 04 May 2026 - 10 May 2026 * |
| SRMJEEE (Phase 1) | 01 Nov 2025 * | 19 Apr 2026 - 21 Apr 2026 * |
| TS EAMCET | 20 Feb 2026 * | 07 May 2026 - 11 May 2026 * |
* Tentative — dates based on previous year trends and subject to official confirmation.
Tips for BE Entrance Exam Preparation
- Start early - begin preparation at least 6-12 months before the exam date, focusing on fundamentals first.
- Practice previous years' papers - solve past exam papers to understand the pattern, difficulty level, and frequently tested topics.
- Apply for multiple exams - register for several relevant exams to maximize your chances of admission to a preferred college.
- Track deadlines - keep a calendar of registration dates, admit card releases, and exam dates so you never miss a window.