How to Prepare for BITSAT 2024: Check Best Books and Preparation Tips

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BITSAT 2024 preparation tips are important to help the candidates perform better in the exam. Candidates can check how to prepare for BITSAT 2024 and score well. Read to know the best books and preparation tips of BITSAT 2024. All candidates are advised to check the BITSAT 2024 preparation tips and be prepared for the exam.

BITSAT 2024 preparation tips are essential to boost the preparation progress of the candidates. Read to know more about how to prepare for BITSAT 2024.

BITSAT

BITSAT 2024 will be held as a computer-based test for admissions into the participating campuses. As one of the popular engineering entrance exams, there is a high competition level for BITSAT. To ensure that the candidates score well in the examination, the candidates need to have a good preparation plan for BITSAT 2024. Candidates can check the steps on how to prepare for BITSAT 2024 from the article given below.

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  • What is BITSAT?
  • How to Prepare for BITSAT 2024?
  • BITSAT 2024 Preparation - Best Books
  • BITSAT 2024 Preparation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is BITSAT?

BITSAT is an annual entrance examination that is conducted by BITS Pilani to provide BTech/BE admissions into the participating campuses – Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad. The examination is held as a computer-based test with a duration of 3 hours. BITSAT is conducted at various centres and is open to all eligible candidates.

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Q:   What are the best reference books for BITSAT preparation?
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Hello! Here are some recommended books for BITSAT preparation: - To strengthen your Physics concepts, you can refer to books such as "Concepts of Physics" by H. C. Verma Vol 1 and Vol 2, "Arihant Physics" by D. C. Pandey, and "Problems in General Physics" by I. E. Irodov. - NCERT books can be a great source for all subjects, including Physics Chemistry Mathematics/Biology, and English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. - You can also check out "The BITSAT Explorers" by MTG and Arihant, which provides comprehensive coverage of all subjects. - For a self-study guide, you can consider "BITSAT Preparation Guide" by Arihant Publication, which includes past year questions and practice Sets for all subjects.

How to Prepare for BITSAT 2024?

Candidates can check some of the important preparation tips for BITSAT 2024 below.

Know Your Syllabus

Before commencing the preparation process, the candidates are advised to check the official BITSAT 2024 syllabus. Through the syllabus, the candidates will be able to know the subjects, topics and units that have to be studied for the entrance examination. Knowing the syllabus thoroughly beforehand will also allow the candidates to be well-prepared for BITSAT 2024. The topics from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning will constitute the BITSAT syllabus 2024.

Check the Official Exam Pattern

BITSAT 2024 exam pattern will allow the candidates to have a clear idea of how the entrance examination will be conducted. Therefore, along with the syllabus, the candidates are advised to constantly refer to the official exam pattern. Details regarding the exam mode, duration, type of questions, marking scheme and more are available in the exam pattern.

BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024

Particulars Details

Mode of Examination

Online

Duration

3 Hours

Type of Questions

MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions)

Medium of Exam

English

Total Number of Questions

130

Marking Scheme

For every correct answer: +3 marks
For every incorrect answer: -1 mark

Practice Mock Tests

Mock tests are very essential during the preparation period for the examination. Through mock tests, the candidates will be able to practice for the examination and know how the question papers will be prepared. Mock tests will also allow the students to assess their current level of preparation and progress for the exam.

Time Management

Another important factor that the candidates need to work on is time management. Since the examination has to be completed within an allotted number of hours, the candidates should ensure that they know how to manage their time. Candidates can practice completing the mock test and the previous year's papers within the time limit.

Prepare Notes

While studying, the candidates are advised to prepare notes on difficult topics. By creating notes, the candidates will be able to understand the concepts more and revise them anytime anywhere. These notes will also help clear out the candidate’s doubts.

Revise Regularly

Revision is a preparation activity that should be added to the daily routine of the students. Through regular revision, the students will have fewer chances of forgetting what they had earlier studied. Revision is also essential for the candidates to become more confident in what they have prepared so far for the examination.

Be Healthy

Finally, the candidates should take good care of their health so that they can attempt the examination without any worries. During the preparation period, the candidates should sleep well and eat healthily. Participating in outside extracurricular activities will also help the candidates remain fit and attentive.

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BITSAT 2024 Preparation - Best Books

The list of best books for BITSAT 2024 can be checked in the table given below.

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List of Books

Mathematics

Class XI & XII by R.D. Sharma

Integral Calculus by Arihant

Differential Calculus by Arihant

Higher Algebra by Hall Knight Bernard-Child

Problems in Calculus of One Variable Algebra by I.A.Maron

Physics

Concepts of Physics by H.C. Verma Vol 1 and Vol 2

Advanced level Physics by Nelson and Parker

Arihant Physics by D. C. Pandey

Fundamentals of Physics Resnick, Halliday, Walker

Problems in General Physics by I.E. Irodov

Chemistry

Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations by R.C. Mukherjee

Organic Chemistry by Paula Bruice Yurkanis

Inorganic Chemistry by O.P.Tandon

Inorganic Chemistry by J.D.Lee

Atkins' Physical Chemistry

BITSAT 2024 Preparation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Where can I check BITSAT 2024 exam pattern?

A. BITSAT 2024 exam pattern will be available on the official website.

Q. Do I have to study the entire BITSAT 2024 syllabus?

A. Yes. The candidates are advised to study the entire BITSAT 2024 syllabus to have a chance to score higher in the exam.

Q. Will BITSAT 2024 be held offline?

A. BITSAT 2024 will be held as a computer-based test.

Q. What are the participating campuses of BITSAT 2024?

A. The participating campuses of BITSAT 2024 are – Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad.

Q. Which subjects do I have to study for BITSAT 2024?

A. The students will have to study Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics for BITSAT 2024.

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Aspirants with Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Class 12 can only apply for BE Environmental & Sustainability and BPharm courses of BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus. For all other BE specialisations, PCM is required. Aspirants must pass BITSAT for admission in BE and BPharm courses.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a week ago

 BITS Hyderabad BE cutoff 2026 for the General AI category ranged from 211 to 286 in the second round. As per this round, CSE and Mathematics and Computing were the most competitive branches for admission.

Students can check the table below to know the branch-wise Round 2 cutoff for the above-mention

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, you can get into BITS Pilani in the second round if you belong to the General AI category. For this category, the BITS Pilani BITSAT cutoff 2026  for Round 2 ranged from 222 to 319. Students can check the table below to know the available courses. 

CourseBITS Pilani BITSAT cutoff 2026 
Integrated M.Sc. in Biological Sciences222
Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Biological Sciences222
B.E. in Environmental and Sustainability, Pilani Campus222
B.E. in Pharmaceutical Engineering, Pilani Campus231
Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry234
Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry238
Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Physics239
B.E. in Civil Engineering, Pilani Campus241
Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Mathematics243
B.E. in Manufacturing Engineering245
B.E. in Chemical Engineering, Pilani Campus246
Integrated M.Sc. in Physics248
Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Semiconductor and Nanoscience250

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

For the General AI category, the BITS Pilani BITSAT cutoff 2026 for the BE course ranged from 219 to 319. Hence, the minimum score needed for admission for this course is 219 for this category.  

In the case of the Integrated MSc course, the same round and category cutoff ranged from 222 to 265. For

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

BITS Pilani BITSAT cutoff 2026 was released for Round 2 admission to several UG programmes, like BE and Integrated MSc programmes. The overall cutoff ranged from 219 to 319

As per this range, the hardest course for admission was BE in Computer Science, with the minimum score being 319.  Hence, stud

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, BITS Pilani, Hyderabad offers scholarship based on BITSAT rank. The institute offers Tuition-blind admissions for Top 500 BITSAT rankers. Eligible candidates with an annual family income of up to INR 20 Lacs will receive a full tuition scholarship for all four years, subject to maintaining a mi

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, BITS Pilani offer scholarship based on BITSAT scores. This scholarship is offered to 500 BITSAT rankers. Eligible candidates with an annual family income of up to INR 20 Lacs will receive a full tuition scholarship for all four years, subject to maintaining a minimum CGPA of 7.5 at BITS Pilani.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

No, students cannot get admisison without BITSAT. The final selection is based on BITSAT scores. The institute may accept other national level entrance exams. To get more information, students must visit the official website.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The possibilities of getting admission to the BITS Hyderabad BPharma course with 230 marks are lower. To get admission to the BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus, students are required to appear in BITSAT. The last year cutoff was 151, and in 2024 it was 161. Students have to score more than 151 to get adm

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

To get admission to the BE course at the BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus, students are required to appear in BITSAT. As per previous years' cutoff stats, it has been analysed that the minimum scores are between 230 and 250. But with 250 marks, the chances are less of getting selected.

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Anjali Sharma

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