ADMISSION OPEN SESSION 2026–27

BITSAT

About BITSAT

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) is conducted by Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) to offer admissions to interested candidates to its Integrated First Degree programmes including B.E., B.Pharm, and M.Sc. programmes. BITSAT exam is a computer-based test (CBT) which aspirants need to clear in order to secure admission at BITS campuses located at Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.

BITSAT 2026 will be conducted in two sessions: Session 1: April 15-17, 2026 Session 2: May 24-26, 2026

BITSAT 2026 Important Dates

Event Session 1 / Both Sessions Session 2 Only
Registration Start December 15, 2025 April 20, 2026
Registration End March 16, 2026 (5:00 PM) May 2, 2026
Edit Window March 18-20, 2026 TBA
Slot Booking From March 27, 2026 TBA
Admit Card April 5, 2026 May 20, 2026
Exam Dates April 15-17, 2026 May 24-26, 2026

Eligibility Criteria for BITSAT 2026

For B.E./M.Sc. Programmes:

  • Educational Qualification: Aspirants should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and adequate proficiency in English.
  • Year of Passing: Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2025 or are appearing for the first time in 2026 are eligible. Students who passed in 2024 or earlier are NOT eligible. However, students who passed in 2025 can appear for improvement exams in 2026 (results must be declared by June 30, 2026).
  • Minimum Marks Required: Candidates must obtain a minimum aggregate of 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects AND at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects individually. No rounding off is allowed.
  • Age Limit: There is NO age limit for appearing in BITSAT 2026.

For B.Pharm Programme:

  • Educational Qualification: Aspirants should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and adequate proficiency in English. However, candidates with PCM may also apply for Pharmacy program.
  • Minimum Marks Required: Candidates must obtain a minimum aggregate of 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics subjects AND at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics subjects individually.

Direct Admission to Board Toppers

BITS Pilani offers direct admission to first-rank students of all the Central and State boards to the programme of their choice, irrespective of their BITSAT 2026 score.

• The first rank student in PCM stream will be considered for admission to any of the first-degree programmes of their choice.

• The first rank holder of PCB stream will be considered for admission to B.Pharm programme only.

• Board toppers must meet the minimum eligibility criteria (75% aggregate in PCM/PCB with 60% in each subject).

Examination Pattern

BITSAT 2026 is a 3-hour duration computer-based online test consisting of 130 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections.

Section Subject Number of Questions
Part 1 Physics 30
Part 2 Chemistry 30
Part 3 English Proficiency
Logical Reasoning
10
10
Part 4 Mathematics / Biology (for B.Pharm) 40
Total Questions 130

Marking Scheme:

Correct Answer: +3 marks
Wrong Answer: -1 mark (Negative Marking)
Unattempted: 0 marks

Additional Questions:

If a candidate completes all 130 questions within the 3-hour duration, they will be given an opportunity to attempt 12 additional questions (4 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics). However, once you start the additional questions, you cannot go back to modify the original 130 answers.

Important Features

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted online
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
Language: English only
Question Paper: Different candidates receive different question papers randomly selected from a large database, but of same difficulty level
Slot Booking: Candidates can choose their preferred exam date, time, and test center
Result: Displayed immediately after the exam on the computer screen; official scorecard within 2-3 days
Two Sessions: Candidates can appear in one or both sessions; best score will be considered for admission
No Sectional Time Limit: Candidates can attempt questions from any section in any order
Security: Latest technologies including high-end servers, firewalls, and advanced software for test delivery

Key Points to Remember

• If you have taken more than one attempt in 12th class or its equivalent, only your latest performance will be considered, provided this attempt had been for the full component of subjects/courses prescribed.

• Students who are presently studying in BITS at any of its campuses are not eligible to appear in BITSAT 2026.

• Admissions will be made purely on merit. The merit position is based on the score obtained in BITSAT 2026.

• Both theory and practical marks are considered while calculating the aggregate and individual subject percentages.

• There is no category-based relaxation in marks. The 75% aggregate and 60% individual subject criteria apply to all candidates.

For detailed information and registration for BITSAT 2026, please visit the official website:

Visit BITSAT Official Website