Your Roadmap to BITS Admission Test (BITSAT)
A simple breakdown of the application process for BITSAT 2026, the gateway to BITS Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad Campuses.
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The registration portal for BITSAT 2026 is expected to open soon.
Visit Official BITS Admission WebsiteNote: BITSAT is typically conducted in two sessions (Session I and Session II).
BITSAT Exam Format Highlights
- The exam is a **Computer Based Test (CBT)** lasting 3 hours.
- It has four compulsory sections plus one optional section (English and Logical Reasoning).
- No time limit for individual sections, allowing flexible time management.
- Unique feature: Ability to attempt **12 bonus questions** if the initial 130 are completed.
Application Fee (Approx.)
- Male Candidate (One Session) ₹3,400
- Female Candidate (One Session) ₹2,900
- Registering for Both Sessions Add ₹1,000
1. Eligibility Checklist
Academic Qualification
- Must have **passed Class 12** in 2025 or be **appearing** in 2026.
- Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 or earlier are **NOT eligible**.
- There is no age limit for BITSAT.
Minimum Marks Required
- **Aggregate:** Minimum 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology taken together.
- **Individual Subjects:** Minimum 60% marks in each of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology.
Subject Mapping
- **B.E. Programs:** PCM is mandatory.
- **B.Pharm Program:** PCB stream candidates are also eligible to apply.
- Admission to the integrated M.Sc. programs also requires meeting the same criteria.
2. Essential Upload Specifications
Ensure these documents are digitally prepared before starting the online application.
| Item | Format | Size Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport Size Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 4 KB - 100 KB | Recent, color photo, light background. |
| Candidate Signature | JPG/JPEG | 1 KB - 50 KB | Signed on white paper, clearly scanned. |
| Class 12 Marks Sheet (for 2025 passers) | PDF/JPG | 50 KB - 500 KB | Required if already passed Class 12. |
3. Key Dates (Tentative Schedule)
Session I & II Application
BITSAT Application Form Release January 2026
Last Date to Apply (Session I & II) Early April 2026
Exam Dates (Expected)
BITSAT Session I Exam Window Mid-to-Late May 2026
BITSAT Session II Exam Window Mid-to-Late June 2026
*BITSAT uses a single application form for both sessions. You must decide whether to appear for one or both at the time of initial registration.
4. BITSAT Exam Structure & Pattern (CBT)
The test is comprised of **4 main sections** with a standard total of 130 questions. The total time allotted is **3 hours**.
| Part | Subject | # Questions |
|---|---|---|
| I | Physics | 30 |
| II | Chemistry | 30 |
| III | English Proficiency & Logical Reasoning | 10 + 20 (30 total) |
| IV (Option A) | Mathematics | 40 |
| IV (Option B) | Biology (for B.Pharm) | 40 |
| TOTAL REGULAR QUESTIONS | 130 | |
Scoring & Bonus Questions
- **Standard Scoring:** +3 Marks for every correct answer; -1 Mark is deducted for every incorrect answer (Negative Marking).
- **Bonus Questions:** If you complete the initial 130 questions before the 3-hour limit, you get a chance to attempt **12 extra questions** (4 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Maths/Biology). Note: Once you opt for the bonus questions, you cannot go back to review or modify the initial 130 questions.
5. The 3-Stage BITSAT Application Process
Registration & Fee Payment
Register with basic details and pay the fee, selecting whether you will attempt **Session I only, Session II only, or both sessions**. This choice impacts your application fee.
Form Filling & Exam Center Selection
Fill in detailed academic information, and select your **preferred test cities** for the BITSAT exam. Upload your photograph and signature according to the specified limits.
Slot Booking & Admit Card
BITSAT requires mandatory **Slot Booking**. Based on your preferred cities, you choose the exact date and time slot for your exam (separately for Session I and Session II). Download the Hall Ticket immediately after booking.