BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science Answered Questions

BITS Pilani Digital offers MSc in Data Science and AI as a 2 year programme. Admission to the respective course is offered on the basis of graduation qualification and an  institutional level examination qualification. The Institute offers MSc in Data Science and AI with a total course fees of worth INR 2.26 Lakh. Candidates must visit the official website and apply for the respective course by filling out the application form provided. After a successful application submission, candidates will be shortlisted based on the given eligibility criteria. 

To apply for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) at BITS Pilani, follow these steps:
1. Go to the online application link available on the official website.
2. Fill out the application form and pay the application fee of INR 3,300/- through the online payment mode.
3. Submit the application before the deadline, which is 11:59 PM on February 17, 2025.
4. The BAAT (BITS Admission Test) is proposed to be conducted in various cities, including Lucknow, Delhi, Pilani, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Pune, Patna, Goa, Kolkata, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore, Bhopal, and Chennai.
Important dates to note:
- December 27, 2024: Application opens
- February 28, 2025: Last date for applications
- March 7, 2025: Application edit window deadline

B.E. in Civil Engineering at BITS Hyderabad is chosen for its emphasis on fundamental theory and practice, keeping in view the current and changing scenarios in the discipline, and the department offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs.

B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Goa Campus at BITS Goa can be chosen for several reasons:
Opportunities in Electrical Engineering: There are opportunities in electrical engineering, including core electronics placements and the rise of chip-making companies.
Flexibility: Students can opt for CS at the time of joining, and there are disciplinary electives that include important courses like object-oriented programming, operating systems, data structure, and algorithms, and computer architecture.
Dual Degree Option: Students can pursue a dual degree in EEE and CS, but it requires hard work and a high CGPA.
Electrical Curriculum and Placements: The electrical curriculum is not impossible to pursue, but it may be a gamble. However, students can work hard and opt for a dual degree at the Pilani campus.
Professors and Campus Life: The professors at BITS Pilani are helpful, and the campus life is extraordinary, with supportive friends and excellent sports facilities.
Tier-1 Indian Engineering College: BITS Pilani is a tier-1 Indian engineering college, and students can practice computer programming to become a computer engineer.
Similarity with ECE: EEE and ECE have similar courses, with only 3 courses different, and students can opt for EEE as a dual degree.
Collaboration with CEERI: BITS Pilani, Pilani campus, has collaborated with the Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CEERI), which can provide opportunities for students.

BITS Goa has strict eligibility requirements for B.E. in Computer Science, including:
1. Completion of 12th-grade examination under the 10+2 system from a recognised Central or State board or equivalent qualification.
2. Minimum five subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, one Language, and any additional subject beyond these four.
3. Aggregate of 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
4. At least 60% marks in each of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics individually.
5. Both theory and practical components considered while calculating percentages.

M.E. in Microelectronics graduates from BITS Pilani can work in various fields such as VLSI design, embedded systems, and related areas. They can find opportunities in companies like Texas Instruments, and other semiconductor giants that have built their R&D centers in India. Some of the job roles include Analog Engineer, Design Engineer, and Research and Development Engineer. The average salary range for these graduates is around 8-10 Lacs per annum for CS and 21-25 Lacs per annum for SS.

The BITS Pilani, Dubai is competitive to some extent but getting into Dubai campus is not as hard as India based campuses.  The university does not require BITSAT or JEE as the admissions are entirely based on grade 12 qualifications.  There are no competitive exams for admissions, rather the admissions are merit-based (Board exams). If a candidate is not able to get his/her first programme preference due to non-availability of seats in the first preference, his/her second and subsequent preference is considered, and an offer is made.  

The total fee of B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering offered at BITS Pilani is as follows:
| Fees | Pilani Campus | Goa Campus | Hyderabad Campus|
|-|-|-|-|
Admission Fees | 60,500 | 60,500 | 60,500 |
Semester/Term Fees | 2,75,000 (per semester) | 2,75,000 (per semester) | 2,75,000 (per semester) |
Student Union Fee | 450 (annual) | 450 (annual) | 450 (annual) |
Student Aid Fund | 225 (annual) | 225 (annual) | 225 (annual) |
Hostel Fee | 32,700 (per semester) | 32,700 (per semester) | 32,700 (per semester) |
To calculate the total fee for the entire course, we need to consider the semester fees, student union fees, student aid fund, and hostel fees for 8 semesters.
Total Fee = Admission Fee + (Semester Fee * 8) + (Student Union Fee * 4) + (Student Aid Fund * 4) + (Hostel Fee * 8)
Total Fee = 60,500 + (2,75,000 * 8) + (450 * 4) + (225 * 4) + (32,700 * 8)
Total Fee = 60,500 + 22,00,000 + 1,800 + 900 + 2,61,600
Total Fee = 27,24,800
So, the total fee for B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering at BITS Pilani is approximately 27,24,800.

The eligibility criteria for admission to BITS Hyderabad for Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics are:
* Candidates should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognised Central or State board or its equivalent with adequate proficiency in English.
* The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects.
* Admissions will be made purely on merit, based on the score obtained by the candidate in a Computer-based Online Test (BITSAT) conducted by BITS, Pilani.