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BITS Pilani PhD Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility & Selection

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BITS Pilani PhD Eligibility & Highlights 2025

At the doctoral level, BITS Pilani offers a PhD programme in both full-time and part-time modes across the streams of Engineering, Science, Economics & Finance and Humanities & Social Sciences, and Management. While the part-time PhD programme is designed for working professionals, students pursuing a full-time PhD programme from BITS Pilani need to attend the programme in on-campus mode. The total tuition fee for PhD programme ranges from INR 78.57K to 1.65 Lakh (INR 39,800 in case of a part-time PhD programme). Apart from this programme, the Department of Management, functioning under BITS Pilani also offers several PhD specialisations in both full-time and part-time modes.

Eligibility Criteria:

Passed ME/ MTech/ MPharm/ MBA/ MPhil or an equivalent degree from a recognised institute/ university with a minimum of 60% aggregate, or
Passed MSc/ BE/ BPharm or an equivalent degree from a recognised institute/ university with a minimum of 60% aggregate. However, such candidates if admitted, will be required to do coursework on admission to the programme
For admission to PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences, candidates with an MA degree and a minimum of 55% aggregate can apply
For candidates seeking part-time PhD admission at BITS Pilani, one year of relevant work experience is mandatory along with the fulfilment of the above-mentioned eligibility requirements

In addition to this, Industries and R&D organisations collaborating with BITS Pilani can sponsor candidates to work for PhD under the 'PhD Aspirants Scheme'. Under this scheme, employed professionals working in industries and R&D organisations, having long experience and proven competence aspiring for PhD programme, are considered and allowed to pursue their research at their own locations of work. They are required to choose one BITS faculty as supervisor and or as co-supervisor.

Department of Management: PhD

Specialisation

Eligibility Criteria

- Finance & Accounting (only full-time)

- Marketing

- Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management (only full-time)

- Operations Management & Decision Sciences

- Information Technology & Technology Management (only full-time)

- Strategy & Entrepreneurship

For full-time PhD aspirants: Passed MBA or equivalent two-year Management programme with a minimum of 60% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA, or

Passed MPhil in (Social and Behavioral Sciences) along with ME/ MTech degree in Industrial Engineering, or

Any higher degree of BITS Pilani

For part-time PhD aspirants: Fulfilment of eligibility criteria required for full-time PhD admission, and

Should be a working professional along with one year of full-time work experience

Return on Investment

Total Tuition Fees₹ 78.6K - 1.6L

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted Exam

GATE

GAT B

GPAT

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Graduation score55%

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is BITS Pilani good for Pharmacy?

Yes, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani is a decent choice for BPharm. The institute has been ranked 5th position by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF 2022) in the Pharmacy category. In 2021, BITS Pilani was ranked 3rd position by the NIRF. Talking about BITS Pilani placements, the median package stood at INR 30 LPA during BITS Pilani placements 2023. Further, the overall average package recorded during BITS Pilani placements 2023 stood at INR 30.37 LPA.

Q: What is the cut off of BITS Pilani?

BITS Pilani cutoff 2026 has been released for BE, among other courses. As per the data collated from third party, the Round 5 cutoff for BE admission ranged from 227 to 309 for the General AI quota. This is the closest estimated cutoff, and the actual cutoff score might vary. Check out the table below:

Course	2026
B.E. in Manufacturing Engineering	227
B.E. in Chemical Engineering, Pilani Campus	227
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Pilani Campus	244
B.E. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Pilani Campus	261
B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Pilani Campus	267
B.E. in Electronics and Computer	266
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Pilani Campus	292
B.E. in Mathematics and Computing, Pilani Campus	299
B.E. in Computer Science, Pilani Campus	309

Q: Is BITS Pilani worth all the hype?

Birla Institute of Technology Pilani is one of the top know college for the Engineering students. The institute has been ranked 11 by the NIRF 2025 Ranking under the 'Engineering' category. BITS Pilani is also ranked 2 under the category of Pharmacy by NIRF Ranking 2025. The institute has gained popularity and many eminent notable alumni has been the part of this institute.

Q: What is the fee of BITS Pilani courses?

Candidates can check the table below to know the BITS Pilani fees for various courses.

Course	Tuition fees
BE/BTech	INR 23.3 Lacs - INR 25.9 lakh
MBA	INR 12.9 lakh
BSc	INR 12.9 Lacs - INR 37.9 lakh
BPharm	INR 23.3 lakh - INR 25.1 lakh
MPharm	INR 12.9 lakh
ME/MTech	INR 11.7 lakh - INR 30.4 lakh

Note: The information is taken from the official body and is subject to change.

BITS Pilani Ph.D.
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Part Time)

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Ph.D. in Management

2 years

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₹78.57 K

Ph.D. in Pharmacy

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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₹1.65 L

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Ph.D. in Chemistry

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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Ph.D. in Economics and Finance

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: What score should you attain in BITSAT to get into BITS Pilani?

In case of General AI, the BITS Pilani BITSAT cutoff 2026 is between 211 and 309 in Round 6. Thus, the cut-off to be attained for admission is 211.

It must be mentioned that different cutoffs would apply for other categories, rounds, courses, streams, etc.

The cutoff data displayed above has been sourced from third-party channels. While we strive to ensure accuracy, cutoffs are subject to change and may vary based on category, round, and admission cycle.

Q: What are the courses offered by BITS Pilani?

BITS Pilani offers courses at UG, PG and doctorate level. The college offers courses in full-time mode. The courses offered are given below:

At UG level

BPharma
BSc
BTech
BDes
BA LLB

At PG level

MBA
MTech
MSc
MPharma

At Doctoral level

The institute also offers Certificate courses.

Q: What is BITS Pilani Rajasthan famous for?

BITS Pilani Rajasthan is famous for its infrastructure. Spread over an area of 328 acres, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani is well-equipped with all the amenities and buildings that fit as an institute of international standards. Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani offers fully-residential programmes only with 11 hostels for boys and one hostel complex for girls. Over 4,500 students reside on campus along with 350 faculty members, their families, and a vast pool of support staff.

Q: What is the hostel fee in BITS Pilani?

The hostel fee per semester for the academic year 2026 is INR 36,000 for on-campus students. If you register for the summer term, an additional amount of 18,000 will be charged.

Ph.D. in Management

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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Ph.D in Computer Science and Information Systems

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani K K Birla, Goa Campus

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Ph.D. in Biological Sciences

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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₹1.65 L

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Ph.D. in Computer Science and Information Systems

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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Ph.D. in Biological Sciences

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani K K Birla, Goa Campus

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Ph.D. in Humanities and Social Sciences

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani K K Birla, Goa Campus

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Ph.D. in Humanities and Social Sciences

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

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Ph.D. in Economics and Finance

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani K K Birla, Goa Campus

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Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

3 yearsOffered by BITS Pilani K K Birla, Goa Campus

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BITS Pilani Ph.D.
Fees details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 2 - 3 years)
Tuition	₹ 78.57 K - 1.65 L
Hostel	₹ 3.2 L
One-time Payment	₹ 3 K
Total fee	₹ 4.02 L - 4.88 L

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Does BITS Pilani offer any scholarships?

Yes, BITS Pilani offers various sholarship to students. The institute offers scholarship based on merit of last qualifying exams and entrance exam. To get more information about BITS Pilani scholarship policy, students must visit the official website or contact the admission desk.

Q: Does BITS Pilani offer scholarship based on BITSAT scores?

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.

Q: Is entrance exam required for admission in BITS Pilani?

Yes, entrance exam is required for admission in BITS Pilani. To get admission, students must fulfil the eligibility. The final selection is based on the academic score of the aspirants in the last qualifying exam. However, national level exams are considered depending on the course. The college accepts BITSAT, BAAT, BITS HD Online Test, GATE, CAT, etc. for admission.

Q: Are admission open at BITS Pilani?

Yes, admission are open at BITS Hyderabad. Interested students can apply directly through the official page. Students must check the eligibility criteria set by the institute for each course.

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BITS Pilani PhD Admission Dates 2025

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Q: What is the minimum percentage in Class 12 for MBA admission in BITS Pilani?

The eligibility criteria for MBA admission in BITS Pilani does not specify minimum percentage of marks in Class 12. Students must have studied and passed in Mathematics or Statistics at the high school or higher level.

Q: Can I get direct admission at BITS Pilani?

Yes, BITS Pilani offers direct admission to first-rank students of all the central and state boards to their desired course, irrespective of their BITSAT 2026 scores. Students from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) stream are eligible for BE admission, while students from the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) stream will be considered for admission to BPharm.

Q: Can I seek admission to BITS Pilani without writing the BITSAT?

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.

Q: How can I choose my preferred BITSAT exam centre?

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.

Top online Ph.D. courses offered by BITS Pilani

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Part Time)

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BITS Pilani	-/-	₹ 78.57 K	-/-
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Amrita School of Engineering Coimbatore	₹ 5.25 LPA	₹ 10.39 L	-/-
FLAME University Compare	-/-	₹ 90 K	-/-
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology Compare	-/-	₹ 2.97 L	-/-

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Review of BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science.

Placements: I belong to the HSS department, and the placements are not very great since it's an engineering institute. However, a few of my seniors got placed as assistant professors and research associates at state universities and private companies such as Amazon.

Infrastructure: The Meera Bhawan girls' hostel is an average hostel, not very great in terms of infrastructure. However, the mess food is really good in quality. The HSS department is very well maintained at NAB, which is the newly constructed and well-equipped academic block. Everything else like library, sports, and classrooms are really good are well-maintained.

Faculty: The teachers are highly qualified as some of them have even passed out from good universities abroad. However, the teaching methods differ from one professor to another depending upon the requirements of the course. During PhD, your coursework is decided by your supervisor in relevance with your area of interest and your supervisor's research area.

Other: If you can pay the high fee, then the exposure at BITS, Pilani, is simply another level of awesomeness. From the campus crowd, activities to events, BITS helps students in the holistic development of their personality.

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Is it compulsory to stay in hostels at BITS Pilani, Goa.

Answered a week ago

Yes, it is compulsory for students to stay in hostels at BITS Goa. Day-scholar status is rarely granted in case of genuine medical, psychological, or financial reasons. It is restricted to exceptional cases where a student's parents or close legal guardians reside locally in the immediate area.

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How do I get admission in BITS Hyderabad for CSE?

Answered a month ago

To get admission in BE CSE specialisation, aspirants need to pass BITSAT conducted by BITS Pilani. It is a computer-based online test. BITSAT cutoff was CSE is competitive. The closing score was 285 in 2026 and 270 in 2025 for General category aspirants.

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Will BITS Pilani announce the BITSAT 2027 toppers?

Answered 10 hours ago

No. BITS Pilani does 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 admiss

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What are the fees for BITS Pilani digital courses?

Answered 4 days ago

BITS Pilani digital BSc courses are BSc in Computer Science, B.S. in Data Science & AI and B.Sc. in Data Science & AI. To view the total fees for these courses, refer to the pointers below:

B.Sc. in Data Science & AI: INR 3,40,710 (Total fee)
B.S. in Data Science & AI: INR 4,47,780 (Total fee)

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How are the BITS Goa placement trends?

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BITS Goa is part of India's the oldest and most respected technical institutions. In 2025, 2490 students secured placements in over 615 companies. Placement trends are inferred by the average package of the previous 3 years: