BITSAT MSc Preparation 2026: Tips, Strategy & Guide

In BITSAT, students have to answer 130 objective questions. Each question will have four options. Correct one has to be selected. If all questions are finished before time, then additional 12 questions will be given to students to solve for extra marks.

The BITSAT question paper is divided into four section. For the Mathematics/Biology section, there will be 40 questions. Physics and Chemistry will have 30 questions in each section. Logical Reasoning will have 20 and English Proficiency will have 10 questions. There will 130 questions in the question paper.

BITSAT mock test should be used so that candidates can understand exam pattern. Mock tests will also help students know important topics and questions. Another advantage of mock test is that students can work on their time management skills and be well prepared for exam.

During BITSAT preparation, students should have a good study timetable. All syllabus should be covered before exam in study plan. Mock test and revision should be included in daily study plan.

During BITSAT preparation, students should revise every day. Revising regularly will help them not easily forget what they have already studied. Doing revision daily will help students pace their preparation.

BITSAT evaluates the candidates’ language skills in English. Students should prepare sections like grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing.

Since the level of the BITSAT syllabus is similar to the 11^th and 12^th standard qualifying exam, the students are advised to prepare for the exam with their NCERT books. Through the NCERT books, the students will be able to understand the subjects and their topics well. However, other books should also be referred to have a more conceptual understanding.

To prepare for BITSAT, students will have to study topics from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. BITSAT syllabus will check aptitude of students in given subjects so they are asked to study them carefully while preparing for exam.

BITSAT syllabus will be similar to 11^th and 12^th class qualifying examination. Students should carefully check syllabus and prepare according to  topics and units in it. BITSAT syllabus is prepared to check aptitude of candidates.

During BITSAT preparation, students should check official syllabus. Through syllabus, they can know topics to study for exam. Knowing syllabus will help them to prepare a study plan so that they can score well in exam.

During final days before BITSAT exam, students should focus on chapters which they have already studied. New concepts and chapters should be avoided. Students should strengthen topics they have already prepared. Mock tests and revisions should be given more importance.

Students should practice with mock tests and sample papers to build their time management skills. Official exam duration should be followed while practicing with mock tests.

The authority conducts the BITSAT exam in two sessions. The BITSAT 2026 session 1 exam is scheduled from April 15 to 17, while the session 2 exam will be held from May 24 to 26, 2026. Candidates can appear in any one or both sessions. In case students appear for both the best of the two will be considered.