BITS offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and professional-learning programmes across its fully residential campuses in Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad, Dubai and Mumbai. With a strong emphasis on merit, academic excellence, research, innovation and enterprise, BITS Pilani has built a legacy of globally respected alumni and continues to attract a diverse student body.
What is BITSAT
- BITSAT stands for “BITS Admission Test”, a computer-based online test for admission to integrated first-degree programmes (B.E. & B.Pharm.) at BITS Pilani’s three main India campuses: Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa, and Hyderabad.
- Admissions to these programmes are made purely on merit, with BITSAT score being central to candidate’s ranking for offers.
Programmes offered through BITSAT
- At Pilani Campus: B.E. in Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Electronics and Communication, Mathematics and Computing, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engg., Environmental and Sustainability Engg & B. Pharm.
- At K K Birla Goa Campus: B.E. in Chemical, Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Electronics and Computer Engg., Mathematics and Computing, Mechanical, Environmental and Sustainability Engg.
- BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus: B.E. in Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Mathematics and Computing, Mechanical, Environmental and Sustainability Engg & B. Pharm.
- Dual-degree / 2+2 International Programmes: Based on BITSAT score, candidates may also opt for selected 2+2 joint-collaborative programmes with foreign universities in Australia and USA (e.g., RMIT University; Iowa State University; University at Buffalo; Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, etc.) spending initial years at BITS and later years abroad.
Eligibility Criteria
- For B.E. (Except B.E. Environmental and Sustainability Engg.): Must secure at least 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), and at least 60% marks individually in each of PCM subjects (including theory + practical).
- For B.Pharm., and B.E. Environmental and Sustainability Engg. Programme: Eligibility is similar but allows 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics. Aggregate 75% in PCM/PCB, and 60% in individual subjects.
Exam Pattern and Format
- Duration: 3 hours
- Test Structure (130 questions):
- Part I: Physics (30 questions)
- Part II: Chemistry (30 questions)
- Part III: English Proficiency (10 questions) and Logical Reasoning (20 questions)
- Part IV: Mathematics or Biology (For B.Pharm. candidates) (40 questions)
- Marking: +3 marks for each correct answer; –1 for each incorrect; 0 for unattempted.
- The score is made available to the candidate on the screen immediately after the test and thus is designed to be transparent.
- All questions are of objective type MCQs and based on current NCERT syllabus.
Application Process
- A candidate has to complete the application form online at http://www.bitsadmission.com and pay the prescribed fees.
- BITSAT will be conducted in two sessions:
- Fee for 2 sessions- Rs. 5500 – male candidate, Rs. 4500 – female candidate & transgender candidate
- Fee for 1 session- Rs. 3500 – male candidate, Rs. 3000 – female candidate & transgender candidate
- In 2025, the application process began from January to April. 2026 dates are yet to be released.
Conclusion
Ready to take the first step towards joining BITS Pilani? Once the registration opens, visit the official admissions portal (www.bitsadmission.com), fill in the application form carefully, choose your slot, and complete the application process.
