
- BITSAT 2026 Application Form Session 1 (Dec 15)
- BITSAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- What is BITSAT?
- BITSAT Exam Highlights
- BITSAT Exam Pattern 2026
- BITSAT 2026 Exam Syllabus
- How to Prepare for BITSAT 2026?
- BITSAT 2026 Slot Booking
- BITSAT Admit Card 2026
- BITSAT Result/Scorecard
- BITSAT Counselling 2026
- BITSAT 2026 Cutoff
- BITSAT 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
BITSAT 2026 Application Form Session 1 (Dec 15)
Registration: 15 Dec ' 25 - 16 Mar ' 26
The BITSAT 2026 registration link will be available at bitsadmission.com. The authority is expected to release the session 1 application form in the second week of January 2026. Eligible candidates must submit the completed forms before the last date. Candidates have to complete registration, form-filling, select the preferred centres, upload the documents and pay the fee. Candidates can apply for both sessions separately. The form correction facility will be available once the registration period ends
How to fill BITSAT application form 2026?
- Go to bitsadmission.com and click on the registration link. Provide your email address and mobile number.
- Next, fill in your details in the application form. All of the submitted information has to be correct. Select the exam cities.
- Students will have to upload their photograph and signature in the application form. The documents have to be as per the instructions.
- BITSAT application fee has to be paid via net banking, credit card or debit card.
- Finally, submit the form after carefully checking the details before submission.
For more details, read BITSAT Registration 2026: Check Steps to Fill Application Form, Fee Payment, Correction Window
Who is Eligible for BITSAT 2026?
The BITSAT 2026 eligibility criteria will be available soon. Candidates have to check the eligibility criteria before filling the form.
- Students should have passed the 12th class qualifying exam from a recognised board.
- Should have scored an aggregate of 75% mark in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
- At least 60% mark in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics each.
- English is a compulsory language.
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT application fee status can be checked online. To check status, candidates have to log in with required details. If there is any problem in payment, students should BITS contact authorities.
Students will be able to access their BITSAT application number after they have completed their registration process. Once the students fill out their basic details to register for the exam, the BITSAT application number will be generated and made available for the students' reference.
BITSAT application fee has to be paid online. For every category and number of sessions, the application fee will be different. The application fee has to be paid through net banking/credit card/debit card.
BITSAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of BITSAT 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 15 Dec ' 25 - 16 Mar ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 application form - Session 1 and Both Sessions |
| 15 Apr ' 26 - 17 Apr ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 Exam Date - Session I |
| 20 Apr ' 26 - 02 May ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 application form - Session 2 Only |
| 24 May ' 26 - 26 May ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 Exam Date - Session 2 |
| May ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 admit card - Session I TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 slot booking - Session I TENTATIVE |
| Jun ' 26 | BITSAT 2026 Counselling TENTATIVE |
What is BITSAT?
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, conducts the Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) for admission to the undergraduate engineering courses (BE) at its three campuses located at Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad. Admissions are offered annually to candidates into the BE, BPharm and MSc programmes after qualifying for the admission test. The entrance exam is conducted in online mode, and around 3 lakh students apply for it every year. However, the authorities also accept direct admissions for board toppers who meet the required eligibility criteria.
BITS Campuses for BITSAT BE Admission
For BE, BPharm and MSc admissions, the students will be eligible for admission into the following BITS campuses.
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Goa
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Hyderabad
Previous Year's BITSAT Analysis
In the previous year, BITSAT was overall moderate to tough. There were more NCERT and mixed concept questions. Out of all subjects, the students found Mathematics as the toughest because of its lengthy questions. Physics was moderate to difficult, with more 12th standard questions. Students found Chemistry easy to moderate, and there were more questions from Organic Chemistry.
➡️Read BITSAT Paper Analysis for more details
New Courses Introduced Last Year
BITS Pilani has introduced two new programmes for students applying to the BITS campuses.
- BE in Environmental and Sustainability Engineering
- MSc in Semiconductor and Nanoscience
BITSAT Direct Admissions
Students who are board toppers are offered direct admissions into the BITS campuses. Registrations for the direct admission process will be open tentatively in June 2026. Only those students who have secured the highest aggregate marks in 12th qualifying exam among others who have taken PCM in the academic year will be eligible for direct admissions. If more than four students have been announced as board toppers, then BITS Pilani offers direct admission to a maximum of four candidates.
| Are both BITSAT exam sessions open for the students? Students are eligible to attempt one or both sessions of the BITSAT exam. In January 2026, the authorities will open the registration process for one or both sessions. However, a separate applicatoin form for only the second session will also be available tentatively in May 2026. Students have the choice to apply for one or both sessions. If both sessions are attempted, then the best score will be considered for admission. |
Commonly asked questions
Through BITSAT, the students will be eligible for admissions into the three BITS campuses, which is in Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad. During the counselling process, the students can given their campus preference and it the cutoff is met, then they will have chances of admission.
BITSAT is conducted online as a computer based test. The students have to report to their allotted centres and attempt the exam. From the different options given for each question, the student will have to select the correct answer and submit it.
BITSAT is held annually in two sessions. The first session is held tentatively in May and the second session in June 2026. Students can attempt one or both sessions of BITSAT to be eligible for admission. If both sessions are attempted, then the best score will be considered.
BITSAT Exam Highlights
Candidates can check the important exam-related information below through the BITSAT 2026 highlights.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Full-Form |
Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) |
| Conducting Body |
BITS Pilani |
| Exam Level |
University-based National Level Exam |
| Mode of Application |
Online |
| Mode of exam |
Computer-based Test |
| Application Fee |
Male Candidates: INR 3,500 (One Session) INR 5,500 (Both Sessions) Female/Transgender Candidates: INR 3,000 (One Session) INR 4,500 (Both Sessions) For Dubai Centre: INR 7,150 (One Session), INR 9,150 (Both Sessions) |
| Exam Frequency |
Twice a year |
| Exam Duration |
3 hours |
| Number of Questions |
130 MCQs |
| Total Seats Offered |
Around 2,000 |
| Applications Per Year |
About 3 Lakh |
| Number of Exam Centres |
74 |
| Accepting Colleges |
BITS Pilani, BITS Hyderabad, BITS Goa |
| Official Website |
bitsadmission.com |
| BITSAT Helpline |
Email: bitsat[at]pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in Tel: 9513166170, 01596-255294, 01596-255330, 01596-255540, 01596-255541 |
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT 2026 exam date will be released soon. Authorities will conduct BITSAT in two sessions. First session is expected to held in May 2026 and second session in June 2026. Students can attempt one of both exam sessions. BITSAT will be held as an online test.
No, there is no domicile requirement for BITSAT admission. All Indian students are eligible for admission, if they meet the basic requirements. Through the BITSAT eligibility criteria, the students can check the important requirements that need to be met for admission.
The conducting authority of BITSAT 2026 is Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani. All of the examination and admission related information will be released by the BITS Pilani authorities online at the official website. Any changes in the admission process will be announced by the authorities for all students.
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2026
The BITSAT 2026 exam pattern will be available soon. The BITSAT exam pattern while have all the importat information about the how is conducted. Students should know exam pattern, since it will help them with their study plan. BITSAT 2026 will be held as an online test. During exam, students have to solve 130 objective questions. For every correct answer, 3 marks will be given. For incorrect answers, one mark will be cut.
BITSAT Pattern Question Distribution
| Section |
Subject |
No of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Physics |
30 |
| 2 |
Chemistry |
30 |
| 3 |
(A): English Proficiency (B): Logical Reasoning |
(A):10 (B):20 |
| 4 |
Biology/ Mathematics |
40 |
| Total |
130 |
|
| How to attempt additional 12 questions in BITSAT? Students will be given an opportunity to attempt additional 12 questions in BITSAT paper. However, there are some requirements that they need to meet for additional questions.
|
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT exam pattern is released online. Students will have to answer all questions in 3 hours. No extra time will be allowed.
According to BITSAT exam pattern, there is negative marking. For every wrong answer, one mark will be cut. Students should be careful while choosing questions to answer during exam.
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.
BITSAT 2026 Exam Syllabus
The BITSAT 2026 syllabus will be displayed on the website, bitsadmission.com. Aspirants must check the BITSAT syllabus to know the important topics that have to be prepared for the test. The question paper shall contain questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. Students can check the previous year's syllabus in the table below. The The level of the syllabus is of class 11th and 12th qualifying exam.
| Subjects | Units |
|---|---|
| Physics | Units & Measurement Kinematics Newton’s Laws of Motion Impulse and Momentum Work and Energy Rotational Motion Gravitation Mechanics of Solids and Fluids Oscillations Waves Heat and Thermodynamics Electrostatics Current Electricity Magnetic Effect of Current Electromagnetic Induction Optics Modern Physics Electronic Devices |
| Chemistry | States of Matter Atomic Structure Periodicity Thermodynamics Physical and Chemical Equilibria Electrochemistry Chemical Kinetics Hydrogen and s-block elements p, d, and f-block elements Principles of Organic Chemistry and Hydrocarbons Stereochemistry Organic Compounds with Functional Groups Containing Oxygen and Nitrogen Biological , Industrial and Environmental Chemistry Theoretical Principles of Experimental Chemistry |
| Mathematics | Algebra Trigonometry Two-dimensional Coordinate Geometry Three dimensional Coordinate Geometry Differential Calculus Integral Calculus Ordinary Differential Equations Probability Vectors Statistics Linear Programming Mathematical Modelling |
| English Proficiency | Grammar Vocabulary Reading Comprehension Composition |
| Logical Reasoning | Verbal Reasoning Nonverbal Reasoning |
| Biology | Diversity in Living World Cell: The Unit of Life; Structure and Function Genetics and Evolution Structure and Function – Plants Structure and Function - Animals Reproduction, Growth and Movement in Plants Reproduction and Development in Humans Ecology and Environment Biology and Human Welfare Biotechnology and its Applications |
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT syllabus will be similar to 11th and 12th 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.
BITS Pilani has not announced any details about revision of BITSAT 2026 syllabus. If any changes are made, details will be announced officially at website. Students should check previous year's syllabus for now, to prepare for upcoming examination.
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.
How to Prepare for BITSAT 2026?
Before BITSAT 2026 exam dates are announced, students should have a clear view on how to prepare for exam. Students should follow certain BITSAT 2026 preparation tips to have a good study plan. Some important BITSAT preparation tips have been mentioned below to help them boost their exam preparation.
- Students should check complete syllabus and exam pattern carefully.
- A proper study timetable should be prepared. Students should strictly follow timetable.
- Students should prepare notes of important topics and difficult concepts so that they can revise it anytime anywhere.
- Previous years' papers and sample papers should be used for preparation.
- Students should attempt mock tests to check their preparation progress. It also helps with time management skills.
- Regular revision is very important.
- Students should ensure that they take regular breaks and care for their health to do well in exam.
Commonly asked questions
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 2026 Slot Booking
Slot Booking: May ' 26
Students can use slot booking facility to book their preferred exam slots. To book slots, students will have to log in with their application number and password. Once preferred slots are booked, they cannot make any changes. The BITSAT slot booking should be completed as soon as possible so that they can get their preference. Students can check details of their alloted slots through BITSAT 2026 hall ticket.
Steps for BITSAT Slot Booking 2026
To book slots for BITSAT exam, candidates can follow process below:
- Visit official website of BITSAT - bitsadmission.com.
- On homescreen, check link for slot booking.
- On login screen, enter application number and password.
- Under login, select preferred exam slot.
- After selecting slot, submit preference.
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT 2026 slot booking dates will be announced soon. Separate slot booking process will be open for the two sessions of the exam. Students will have book their slots separately for the different exam sessions. The official BITSAT slot booking 2026 dates will be announced online.
For BITSAT slot booking, students will have to log in with application form number and password. Once they are logged in, they will have to book their exam slots. No offline slot booking will be done by authorities.
If students log in late to complete BITSAT slot booking, then there are chances that preferred slots are filled up and unavailable. Students should login and complete slot booking as soon as possible.
BITSAT Admit Card 2026
Admit Card: May ' 26
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT 2026 admit card dates are yet to be announced. However, the hall ticket will be available a few days before the examination. Separate admit cards will be released for the two exam sessions. Once the hall ticket is released, it has to be downloaded and printed out.
BITSAT admit card will be available at bitsadmission.com. To download hall ticket, students will have to log in with application number and password. After logging in, admit card has to be downloaded and printed out.
Students will not receive their BITSAT admit card through email or post. After hall ticket is released, students will have to login at official website and download it. Authorities will not use any other mode to make admit card available.
BITSAT Result/Scorecard
Result: Jun ' 26
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT 2026 result will be released a few weeks after the exam concludes. While the students will be able to check their scores immediately after the exam ends, the moderated scores will be released through the result. For every exam session, the results will be announced.
Through the BITSAT result, the students will be able to check their scores obtained in the exam. No ranks will be available in the result. Students will be able to download the result in the form of BITSAT score card for future use.
BITS Pilani authorities will not accept any requests to review BITSAT score. Since score is calculated after careful revision, authorities will consider it as final. If there are mistakes in other details, then it can be informed to authorities.
BITSAT Counselling 2026
Counselling: Jun ' 26
Commonly asked questions
During BITSAT counselling, students will be allotted according to rank and preferences. Allotment result will be announced in form of iterations. Once students are allotted, they will have to confirm their admission.
Students who are 12th standard board toppers are eligible for direct admissions through BITSAT counselling. These students do not require a BITSAT score and will be eligible based on their board exam performance. Basic eligibility criteria has to be met.
BITSAT 2026 counselling process will start after the result is announced. For selection into the courses offered by the participating campuses, the students will have to participate in the BITSAT counselling process. During the counselling, the students will have to submit their preferences and pay the fee for allotment.
BITSAT 2026 Cutoff
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT cutoff is prepared after different exam and admission related factors are checked. Some factors that are checked to prepare cutoff are exam difficulty level, previous year's cutoff trends, number of seats for admission, number of applicants and more.
Yes, the authorities release the BITSAT cutoff online every year. The cutoff score for admissions in the preferred course and campus will be available for the candidates through the BITSAT cutoff. However, the students who meet the cutoff will not be guaranteed admission but will have higher chances.
Yes, the BITSAT cutoff will be different for every campus, course and category. The students may find that the cutoff score for popular courses and campuses high as compare to others. Similarly, reserved categories may have lesser cutoff than General category candidates.
BITSAT 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Commonly asked questions
BITSAT eligibility criteria is released online. Students should have passed 12th class qualifying examination from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English. They should have atleast 75 percent marks in PCM and 60 percent in individual subjects.
BITSAT merit list will be prepared after checking performance of students in exam. Merit list will be released as admit and wait list. Students in admit list will be eligible for admission, while those in wait list will be called in for next round of allotment.
Yes, the students will be able to correct/edit their submitted details through the online BITSAT application correction facility. However, all information will be open for corrections. Students should login and make the corrections within the allotted timeline. For every exam session, a separate correction facility will be open.
Students can choose preferred BITSAT exam centre while filling application form. Preferred exam cities have to be selected in order of preference. Based on preferences, exam centres will be given to students.
BITSAT 2026 dates will be released soon at bitsadmission.com. Students should be updated with important dates of BITSAT so they do not miss any exam or admission event. BITSAT 2026 application is expected to start in January 2026.
BITSAT 2026 seat allotment dates will be released at official website. Students can check their allotment status in form of iterations. To check allotment, students will have to log in with the required details.
No. The BITS Pilani authorities do not announce the list of BITSAT toppers. However, if the list of toppers is released, the students will be able to access it here. Students will be scored as per their performance in the exam. If both exam sessions are attempted, then the best score will be considered for admission.
BITSAT 2026 application form last date has not been announced yet. The last date to submit the application form will be different for the two examination sessions. The students will have to complete their application process before the final date, otherwise it will not be accepted.
BITSAT application fee has to be paid to be registered for entrance exam. Fee has to be paid through credit card/debit card/net banking/ICICI payment gateway. Offline payments will not be accepted.
No. BITS Pilani will not release the application form offline. Students will have to fill out the form online at the official website. All of the required details have to be submitted online and the fee has to be paid. No other mode of application will be accepted.
If students forget to book their BITSAT exam slot, then authorities will automatically allot them from available slots. Once slots are allotted, candidates cannot request authorities to change it. Candidates are advised to complete slot booking themselves.
BITS Pilani will announce the BITSAT test centre allotment to let the students know their allotted test centres. After checking their allotted test centre, the students will be able to choose the preferred exam slot from the available ones at their centre. The exam slots have to be booked through the BITSAT slot booking facility.
Yes. There will be no separate counselling process for the different BITS campuses. Students will have to participate in the centralized counselling for admissions into their preferred campuses. The list of preferences have to be submitted during counselling for allotment.
No other exam scores will be accepted for BITSAT admissions. Students will be considered for admission based on their BITSAT exam scores. However, board toppers will be eligible for direct admission. A separate application process will be open for the board topper direct admission scheme.
BITSAT additional questions will be available for students if they finish answering all 130 questions and still have time left. No additional time will be given to complete additional 12 questions. This allows students to score extra marks in exam.
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.
At the exam centre, the students will have to bring their BITSAT admit card along with one valid identity proof for verification. No soft copies will be accepted so the students will have to bring print outs. If these documents are not shown at the centre, the students will not be allowed to enter the centre to attempt the exam.
BITSAT is held in just one day and will be conducted in various slots. There will be two examination slots for each day of the examination. The morning exam slot is 9 AM to 12 Noon and the afternoon exam slot is 2 PM to 5 PM. Students can choose their preferred slot online.
BITSAT English section has to be attempted in the exam. Students should focus on Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension and Composition to prepare for the BITSAT English section. These topics will help them work on their basic knowledge and will be helpful in the examination.
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3 Institutes accepting BITSAT
BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science
Pilani • Private
- ₹ 20.76 Lakh
- 4 years
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- Full Time
Medchal, Hyderabad • Private
- ₹ 20.76 Lakh
- 4 years
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- Full Time
Haridwar
- 4 years
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- Full Time