The Vellore Institute of Technology has extended the VITEEE 2025 registration deadline to April 7. The exam will take place from April 21 to 27 across India and internationally. It will last 2 hours and 30 minutes, feature 125 multiple-choice questions. Candidates can apply online by filling out the form, making the payment, and uploading the required documents.
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