BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science Answered Questions

Refund Policy:
If a student chooses to withdraw from the programme after the commencement of a semester, the refund will be as follows:
- If the withdrawal is done before the officially notified last date of registration, 70% of the semester tuition fee will be refunded.
- If the withdrawal is done after the officially notified last date of registration but before 20% of the total teaching period of the semester, 50% of the semester tuition fee will be refunded.
- If the withdrawal is done after 20% of the total teaching period of the semester, no refund of semester tuition fee will be made.
- The student will be required to pay the hostel fee and other charges for the full semester.
- The admission fees, student aid fund, and student union fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.

To get admission to M.E. in Biotechnology at BITS Pilani, the following steps can be taken:
1. Check the eligibility criteria: The candidate should have a B.E. / B.Tech. / M.Sc. or its equivalent in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Physics, or any related field.
2. Apply online: The application form for M.E. in Biotechnology can be filled out on the official website of BITS Pilani.
3. Entrance exam: The admission to M.E. in Biotechnology is based on the performance in the BITS Admission Test (BITSAT) or GATE.
4. Counseling: After the declaration of results, the selected candidates will be called for counseling.
5. Fee payment: The selected candidates need to pay the admission fee to confirm their seat.
6. Document verification: The candidates need to verify their documents at the time of admission.
7. Commencement of the program: The M.E. in Biotechnology program commences in the month of July/August every year.

Admission to B.E. in Chemical Engineering at BITS Hyderabad is based on the BITSAT exam, which is a computer-based online test for admission to the integrated first-degree programs of BITS Pilani. Eligible candidates must have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with a minimum of 75% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

Yes, there are overhead expenses during B.E. in Chemical Engineering at BITS Hyderabad, including semester tuition fees, summer term fees, hostel fees, mess and electricity advance, ICT, infrastructure modernization fees, and student aid fund, applicable as per campus rules. The tuition fees per semester for the students admitted in academic year 2025-26 is 2,75,000/- INR, and the summer term fee is 96,300/- INR.

The refund policy for B.E. in Chemical Engineering at BITS Hyderabad is as follows:
Admission fees: Non-refundable
Semester fees: Refundable as per the institute's rules
Hostel fees: Refundable as per the institute's rules
Mess and electricity advance: Refundable as per the institute's rules
Other advances: Refundable as per the institute's rules
Note: The refund policy may vary depending on the circumstances and the institute's rules. It is best to contact the admission office for more information.
Refund percentage:
If a student withdraws before the commencement of classes, the refund will be as follows:
- 100% of the semester fees, hostel fees, and mess and electricity advance if the withdrawal is done before the commencement of classes.
- If a student withdraws after the commencement of classes, the refund will be as follows:- 50% of the semester fees, hostel fees, and mess and electricity advance if the withdrawal is done within one month of the commencement of classes.- No refund if the withdrawal is done after one month of the commencement of classes.
Please note that the above refund policy is based on the information available on the BITS Pilani website and is subject to change. It is best to contact the admission office for the most up-to-date information.

The refund policy for B.E. in Civil Engineering at BITS Hyderabad is as follows:
Admission fees: Non-refundable
Semester fees: Refundable as per the institute's rules and regulations
Hostel fees: Refundable as per the institute's rules and regulations
Mess and electricity advance: Refundable at the end of each semester/term
Other advances: Refundable at the end of each semester/term
Institute caution deposit: Refundable after completion of the course
Note: The refund policy may be subject to change, and it's recommended to contact the institute for the most up-to-date information.

To apply for admission to B.E. in Manufacturing Engineering at BITS Pilani, the following steps can be followed:
1. Check the eligibility criteria for the program.
2. Fill out the online application form on the BITS Pilani website.
3. Upload the required documents, such as marksheets and certificates.
4. Pay the application fee.
5. Submit the application form.
6. Appear for the BITSAT examination, if required.
7. Check the admission status on the BITS Pilani website.
Note: The exact steps may vary, and it's recommended to check the official BITS Pilani website for the most up-to-date information.