Integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Biological Sciences 

at BITS Hyderabad, Medchal

Scoring good marks and cracking BITS can be challenging. To score well and crack BITS, you will be required to work tirelessly on your accuracy and speed. To get into a good branch of BITS, a minimum of 350 scores in BITSAT is required. To crack BITS, it is required that the students have a full grasp of NCRT concepts and additionally, it is also advised to prepare from external sources and books. 

Yes, BITS Pilani Hyderabad offer direct admissions. Candidates who are first-rank holders of all the Central and State boards are admitted directly to the specialisation of their choice, irrespective of their BITSAT 2024 score. However, the aspirants have to submit the relevant documents to the institute to seek direct admission.

BITS Hyderabad offers good placements annually for its various courses like BTech, M.Tech and BPharma, etc. 

The key highlights of BITS Pilani placements for the Class of 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 20.36 LPA
Median package	INR 17 LPA
Total students registered	3,202
Total students placed	2,592
Placement rate	81% (overall), 81.72% (UG), 78.25% (PG)

Note: The above-mentioned placement details are taken from the media reports and are inclusive of all the campuses of BITS Pilani.

The key highlights of the overall BITS Hyderabad placements between 2021 and 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Statistics (2021)	Statistics (2022)	Statistics (2023)
Average package (Domestic)	INR 15.01 LPA	INR 17.70 LPA	INR 20.35 LPA
Median package (Domestic)	INR 12 LPA	INR 15 LPA	INR 18 LPA
Total Companies	297	309	320
Student Registered (First Degree)	760	931	924
Student Placed (First Degree)	721	870	806
Placement Rate (First Degree)	94.87%	93.45%	87.23%
Student Registered (Higher Degree)	250	277	250
Student Placed (Higher Degree)	194	251	220
Placement Rate (Higher Degree)	77.60%	90.61%	88%
Total Registered (FD+ HD)	1010	1208	1174
Total Placed (FD+HD)	915	1121	1026
Placement Rate (FD+HD)	90.59%	92.80%	87.39%

The BITS Hyderabad highest package offered during the 2024 placement drive is yet to be released. Meanwhile, check out the BITS Hyderabad packages offered in 2024 placement drive:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 20.36 LPA
Median package	INR 17 LPA

Note: The above-mentioned placement details are taken from the media reports and are inclusive of all the campuses of BITS Pilani.

The BITS Hyderabad packages offered between 2021 and 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Statistics (2021)	Statistics (2022)	Statistics (2023)
Average package (Domestic)	INR 15.01 LPA	INR 17.70 LPA	INR 20.35 LPA
Median package (Domestic)	INR 12 LPA	INR 15 LPA	INR 18 LPA

BITS Hyderabad MBA admission 2023 is based on CAT and XAT scores. Candidates seeking admission to MBA course offered by BITS Hyderabad must have appeared for either XAT or CAT. Tabulated below are the previous year BITS Hyderabad MBA cutoffs for CAT and XAT scores. However, the Cutoff score for BTech is mentioned in the table presented below:

Course	2020	2021	2022
B.E. in Civil Engineering	208.8	148	158
B.E. in Computer Science	292.32	319	279
B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	261	262	230
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering	226.2	192	182
B.E. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering	252.3	248	222
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	273.18	285	252
B.E. in Chemical Engineering	208.8	146	162

 

According to the media reports, BITS Hyderabad recorded an 87.39% placement rate in the academic year 2022-2023. A total of 1,174 students registered for the placements, of which 1,026 were placed in reputed companies during BITS Hyderabad placements 2023. The key highlights of the overall BITS Hyderabad placements between 2021 and 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Statistics (2021)	Statistics (2022)	Statistics (2023)
Average package (Domestic)	INR 15.01 LPA	INR 17.70 LPA	INR 20.35 LPA
Median package (Domestic)	INR 12 LPA	INR 15 LPA	INR 18 LPA
Total Companies	297	309	320
Student Registered (First Degree)	760	931	924
Student Placed (First Degree)	721	870	806
Placement Rate (First Degree)	94.87%	93.45%	87.23%
Student Registered (Higher Degree)	250	277	250
Student Placed (Higher Degree)	194	251	220
Placement Rate (Higher Degree)	77.60%	90.61%	88%
Total Registered (FD+ HD)	1010	1208	1174
Total Placed (FD+HD)	915	1121	1026
Placement Rate (FD+HD)	90.59%	92.80%	87.39%

No, admission to the BE programmes is based on merit in the Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) only. BITS Pilani Hyderabad does not accept any other entrance test scores. Hence, aspirants shall ensure that they take the entrance test and secure a good score. The information related to BITSAT is available on the BITS official website (bits-pilani.ac.in).

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of what the students and alumni have to say:

Infrastructure and Amenities
* The campus has a great infrastructure with modern labs, libraries, and classrooms.
* Hostels have comfortable living spaces with good food options.
* The campus has recreational facilities like sports grounds, gym, and yoga rooms.
* Medical facilities are available 24/7 with doctors and ambulances on standby.

Faculty and Teaching Quality
* Teachers are highly qualified with Ph.D.s from reputed universities worldwide.
* They are knowledgeable and helpful, willing to address doubts and queries.
* The teaching quality is excellent, with a focus on practical applications.
* Course material is updated regularly to reflect industry trends.

Course Curriculum and Industry Readiness
* The course curriculum is tailored to prepare students for industry requirements.
* Practical projects and internships are integral parts of the course.
* Industry partners like IBM, NVIDIA, and Google visit the campus for placements.
* Average salaries range from 16 LPA to 25 LPA, with top roles offering 41 LPA.

Placement Records
* Over 90% of students get placed every year.
* Companies like Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook visit the campus.
* Internships are guaranteed through the Practice School program.
* Alumni network is strong, with many successful professionals working globally.

Campus Life and Events
* Fests like Atmos (tech fest), Pearl (cultural fest), and Arena (sports fest) take place throughout the year.
* Cultural events, seminars, and guest lectures enrich campus life.
* Clubs and organizations cater to diverse interests.
* Overall, campus life is vibrant and engaging.

Based on these reviews, it appears that studying B.Sc. at BITS Hyderabad is indeed a worthwhile investment. The university offers a well-rounded educational experience with modern infrastructure, talented faculty, and a robust curriculum that prepares students for industry demands. Strong placement records and a vibrant campus life further enhance the university's reputation. While no university is perfect, BITS Hyderabad seems to strike the right balance between academia and industry relevance, making it a desirable choice for students seeking a top-tier education.

BITS Hyderabad admit candidates to BE courses based on merit in BITSAT. This entrance exam is conducted by BITS Pilani. Candidates who meet the required eligibility criteria can apply and take the entrance test. The applications are accepted for BITSAT in online mode.

Direct admission to board toppers has given a very dynamic input of highly commendable students from all over India. Continuing this tradition, the BITS Pilani, Hyderabad campus will give direct admission to first rank students of all the central and state boards to the programme of their choice according to the eligibility criteria, regardless of their BITSAT-2022 score. Furthermore, the first rank student in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM) stream will be considered for admission to any of the first-degree programmes of his or her choice, the first rank holder of Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) stream will be measured for admission to BPharma programme only. Moreover, they have to obtained the minimum marks in PCM/PCB subjects in Class 12 exam. For more details, students can check the official website.