BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science Answered Questions

The admission criteria for Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics at BITS Hyderabad are:
- Candidates should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognised Central or State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and adequate proficiency in English.
- The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in 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.

No, admission to Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics at BITS Hyderabad requires a minimum of 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects in the 12th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects.

The documents required for Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics admission at BITS Hyderabad are:
1. 12th examination marksheet
2. 10th examination marksheet
3. Transfer certificate
4. Character certificate
5. Caste certificate (if applicable)
6. Income certificate (if applicable)
7. Passport size photographs
8. ID proof
9. BITSAT scorecard.

The total fee for the Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics offered at BITS Hyderabad is as follows:
Admission Fees: ₹60,500
Semester/Term Fees (for the first semester): ₹2,75,000
Student's Union fee (Annual): ₹450
Student's Aid Fund (Annual): ₹225
Hostel fee (for on-campus students only) for the first semester: ₹32,700
Mess & Electricity advance for the first semester: ₹10,000
Other Advances for the first semester: ₹12,000
Institute Caution Deposit: ₹3,000
The total fee for the first semester would be approximately ₹4,94,175.
Note: The fees are subject to revision every year. The summer term fee, hostel fee, and mess advance are also applicable for subsequent semesters. The total fee for the entire programme would depend on the number of semesters and other factors.

BITS Gwalior offers a number of extracurricular activities to students. There are sports such as football, basketball, and indoor sports, and a gym.Cultural programs, singing, dance, and drama activities are conducted by the college during annual fests.Technical workshops and seminars are also organised for students. There are some small clubs for technology, photography, etc.

The average package for Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics at BITS Hyderabad is around 16 LPA. Some companies like Goldman, JPMC, Credit Suisse, etc., recruit for the role of a financial analyst, and consulting companies like Bain, Dalberg, etc. recruit in huge numbers. However, most students opt for a dual degree with B.E., and the placement statistics for M.Sc. Economics are not separate. The median package for CSE students, which includes some M.Sc. Economics students, was 25.5 CTC for the year 2019-20. Some companies like Credit Suisse and TCS Analytics offer packages ranging from 8-14 LPA specifically to Economics students.

Bethesda Institute of Technology and Sciences (BITS Gwalior) is a respectable college with desirable infrastructure like good classrooms, laptop labs, library, hostel, fitness center, and Wi-Fi. The instructors are skilled and beneficial. Placements are common, with a few students getting jobs in companies like Wipro and TCS.

To get admission to Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) at BITS Pilani, you need to appear for the BITS Admission Test (BITSAT). Admission to this 4-year programme is through the prestigious BITSAT entrance test, which is recognised as one of the competitive examinations in the country.

No, it is not worth paying for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) at BITS Pilani, as the salary for pharmacy students is generally low and placements are mostly in non-core sectors and research. However, if you are interested in pharmacy, BITS Pilani can be a good option due to its extensive degree program, easy access to research works and projects, and opportunities for higher studies.