Top 10 Entrance Exams for Computer Science Courses in India 2026

Computer Science has been a trending career choice among Indian students post 12th, with BTech, BCA, and other related courses providing well-paid opportunities in AI, software, and data disciplines. There are some top  entrance exams,  both government and private, that are the gateway to IITs, NITs, BITS, and other colleges. This is why selecting carefully which computer science  entrance exam to take becomes crucial. 

Top 10 Computer Science Entrance Exams

JEE Mains

NTA conducts this national exam twice yearly (January and April sessions) as the gateway for BTech CS seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Paper 1 covers Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (90 minutes per subject, MCQs + numerical); over 12 lakh applicants annually, top ranks qualify for JEE Advanced.​

JEE Advanced

For top 2.5 lakh JEE Main qualifiers, it unlocks IIT CS programs with advanced PCM questions. Held once in May/June (computer-based, 3 papers of 3 hours each), focusing on deep concepts for premier placements.​

BITSAT

BITS Pilani's online test for BTech CS at Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad campuses. Includes Physics, Chemistry , Math, English, Reasoning (3 hours, 130+ questions); requires 75% in Class 12 PCM; 2 lakh+ takers yearly (May-June).​

VITEEE

VIT Vellore's exam offers thousands of BTech CS seats across campuses. Online MCQs in Physics, Chemistry, Math/Biology, English, Aptitude (2.5 hours); ~2 lakh students in April-May phases.​

SRMJEEE

SRM IST's multi-phase test (3 sessions) for BTech CS at Chennai and other campuses. 125 NCERT-based questions (Math/ Physics /Chemistry /English/ Reasoning, 2.5 hours); ~1 lakh applicants.​

MET (Manipal Entrance Test)

MAHE's online exam for Manipal campuses' BTech CS among 16 streams. 90 MCQs (PCM + English/Aptitude, 2.5 hours); over 50,000 yearly (April-May, June phases).​

COMEDK UGET

Karnataka consortium for 150+ colleges' ~20,000 CS seats. 180 PCM questions (3 hours, Class 12 syllabus, CBT); vital for Bangalore tech hubs (May).​

KIITEE

KIIT Bhubaneswar's online exam for BTech CS. PCM-focused (3 hours); merit-based with early phase priority (April multiple sessions).​

NIMCET

National exam for NIT MCA CS seats (10 NITs, ~800 seats). Tests Math, Reasoning, CS basics (2 hours, CBT); June, post-graduation qualifier.​

GATE CS

For MTech/PhD CS in IITs/NITs (Feb, 3 hours CBT on algorithms, OS, networks); scores valid 3 years, PSU jobs too.

Other Key Exams for CS/MBA-IT Paths

Beyond core BTech, target these for specialized CS:

Exam	Focus	Colleges
GATE	MTech CS	IITs/NITs
NIMCET	MCA CS	NITs
CAT	MBA-IT	IIMs (via CS electives)
NMAT	MBA Tech Mgmt	NMIMS
CUET UG/PG	BSc/MSc CS	DU/JNU

Exam Comparison Table

Rank	Exam	Conducting Body	Mode	Seats/Applicants
1	JEE Main	NTA	CBT	12L+ apps
2	BITSAT	BITS Pilani	CBT	2L+ apps
3	VITEEE	VIT	CBT	2L+ apps
4	SRMJEEE	SRM	CBT	1L+ apps
5	MET	MAHE	CBT	50K+ apps

To select the appropriate entrance exam for Computer Science courses, begin by setting your objectives: do you want to study at one of the most coveted and competitive government colleges with PCM: JEE Main/Advanced; or do you want to study in one of the most preferred and most moderate private-powerhouses with optional English/reasoning, like BITS Pilani or VIT: BITSAT, VITEEE, or SRMJEEE. Check eligibility (e.g. 75% of Class 12 in BITSAT) exam dates (JEE Jan-May, others April-June) and college cutoffs through official website. Take mock tests for all shortlisted exams, review past papers, and consult counselors to match your strengths (math-heavy for GATE vs. aptitude for NMAT).

To sum up, passing such CS entrance tests in 2026 would open up dream jobs in AI, software and tech giants. Start preparing with NCERT basics, take regular mocks, and consider time management and conquer the field! Be it IIT dream or private placements, smart & strategic choice of exam will get you where you want to be. Connect with us for free consultation @8071296499.