Is BITSAT held online?

Yes, BITSAT is conducted as a computer-based test. The students will have to report to their allotted centres and attempt the exam. From the different options given for each question, the student will have to select the correct answer and submit it.

Which campuses offer admission through BITSAT?

Through BITSAT, the students will be eligible for admissions into the three BITS campuses, which is in Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad. During the counselling process, the students can given their campus preference and it the cutoff is met, then they will have chances of admission.

How many sessions are held for BITSAT?

BITSAT is held annually in two sessions. The first session is held tentatively in May and the second session in June 2026. Students can attempt one or both sessions of BITSAT to be eligible for admission. If both sessions are attempted, then the best score will be considered.

What is the BITSAT 2026 result date?

BITSAT 2026 result will be released a few weeks after the exam concludes. While the students will be able to check their scores immediately after the exam ends, the moderated scores will be released through the result. For every exam session, the results will be announced.

Which information will be available in the BITSAT result?

Through the BITSAT result, the students will be able to check their scores obtained in the exam. No ranks will be available in the result. Students will be able to download the result in the form of BITSAT score card for future use.

Can I request to review my BITSAT score?

No, the BITS Pilani authorities will not accept any requests to review the BITSAT score. Since the score is calculated after careful revision, the authorities will consider it as final, and no revision requests will be entertained. However, if there is discrepancies in the other information, then it can be informed to the authorities.

When will BITSAT 2026 admit card be available?

BITSAT 2026 admit card dates are yet to be announced. However, the hall ticket will be available a few days before the examination. Separate admit cards will be released for the two exam sessions. Once the hall ticket is released, it has to be downloaded and printed out.

How to download the BITSAT admit card?

The BITSAT admit card download link will be available at bitsadmission.com. To access the hall ticket, the students will have to use their application number and password. After logging in, the admit card has to be downloaded and printed out for future reference and use.

Will BITSAT admit card be sent through email or post?

No. The students will not receive their BITSAT admit card through email or post. After the hall ticket is released, the students will have to login at the official website and download it. The authorities will not use any other medium to make the admit card available.

Is BITSAT slot booking necessary?

Students are advised to complete the BITSAT slot booking process as soon as possible to be allotted their preferred exam slots. By completing the slot booking process, the students will be able to choose their exam date and slot according to their preference.

What is the BITSAT 2026 slot booking date?

BITSAT 2026 slot booking dates will be announced soon. Separate slot booking process will be open for the two sessions of the exam. Students will have book their slots separately for the different exam sessions. The official BITSAT slot booking 2026 dates will be announced online.

How can I log in for BITSAT slot booking?

To access the BITSAT slot booking facility, the students will have to log in using their application form number and password. Once the students are registered for the exam, the application number will be generated. No offline slot booking will be done by the authorities.

Are mock tests important for BITSAT preparation?

Yes. The students should attempt BITSAT mock test so that they are able to understand the exam pattern well. Mock tests will also help the students to know the high weightage topics and recurring questions. Another advantage of the mock test is that the students can boost their time management skills and be well prepared for the exam.

What are some important tips to prepare the timetable for BITSAT?

To prepare the timetable for BITSAT preparation, the students should first refer to the syllabus to know which subjects and topics have to be studied. The topics have to be carefully divided in their regular study timetable, so that the syllabus is covered before the exam. Daily revision and mock tests should be included. Students should plan the timetable as per their aptitude.

Should revision be done regularly for BITSAT preparation?

Yes, revision is an important part of the BITSAT preparation process. By revising regularly, the students will have fewer chances of forgetting what they have studied earlier. Doing revision daily will help the students to stay tuned with their preparation progress.

Is there negative marking in BITSAT?

Yes. The students will be negatively marked if they answer incorrectly in the BITSAT exam. For every wrong answer, one mark will be deducted. Therefore, the students are advised to carefully check and attempt the questions, only if they are sure of the answer.

How many questions will be present in the BITSAT paper?

In the BITSAT exam, the students will have to attempt a total of 130 objective multiple-choice questions. Each question will have four options, and the correct one has to be selected. If all questions are attempted before the given duration, then an additional 12 questions will be given to the students to solve for extra marks.

What is the total duration of the BITSAT exam?

The students will be given 3 hours to complete their BITSAT exam. No extra time will be allotted to the students to complete their paper. All 130 questions have to be answered within the given time, and if there is still some time left then the students will be able to allowed to attempt 12 additional questions.

What is the level of the BITSAT syllabus?

The level of the BITSAT syllabus will be similar to the 11th and 12th standard qualifying examination. Students should carefully check the syllabus and prepare according to the topics and units that are mentioned. The syllabus will assess the aptitude of the students.

Which subjects are included in the BITSAT syllabus?

For BITSAT, the students will have to study topics from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. The syllabus will assess the aptitude of the students in the given subjects so they are asked to review them carefully while preparing for the exam.

Will the BITSAT 2026 syllabus be revised?

BITS Pilani has not yet announced any information regarding the revision of the BITSAT 2026 syllabus. However, if any changes are made, the details will be announced official at the website. Students are advised to refer to the previous year's syllabus for now, to prepare for the upcoming examination.

Can I fill out the BITSAT application form offline?

No. BITS Pilani will not release the application form offline. Students will have to fill out the form online at the official website. All of the required details have to be submitted online and the fee has to be paid. No other mode of application will be accepted.

What is the final date to submit the BITSAT 2026 application form?

BITSAT 2026 application form last date has not been announced yet. The last date to submit the application form will be different for the two examination sessions. The students will have to complete their application process before the final date, otherwise it will not be accepted.

What are the BITSAT exam slot timings?

BITSAT is not a one-day examination and will be conducted in various slots. There will be two examination slots for each day of the examination. The morning exam slot is 9 AM to 12 Noon and the afternoon exam slot is 2 PM to 5 PM. Students will be able to choose their preferred slot online.

Can I correct my details in the BITSAT application form?

Yes, the students will be able to correct/edit their submitted details through the online BITSAT application correction facility. However, all information will be open for corrections. Students should login and make the corrections within the allotted timeline. For every exam session, a separate correction facility will be open.

Where will the BITSAT 2026 dates be announced?

The official BITSAT 2026 dates will be released soon at bitsadmission.com. Students are advised to stay updated with the important dates of BITSAT so that they do not miss any exam or admission related event. BITSAT 2026 application process is expected to start in January 2026.

Are other exam scores accepted for BITSAT?

No other exam scores will be accepted for BITSAT admissions. Students will be considered for admission based on their BITSAT exam scores. However, board toppers will be eligible for direct admission. A separate application process will be open for the board topper direct admission scheme.

How can I attempt the BITSAT additional questions?

The BITSAT additional questions will be available for the students if they have attempted all 130 questions and still have time left. No additional time will be given to the students to complete the additional 12 questions. This allows the students to have a scope to score extra marks in the exam.

What is the BITSAT 2026 seat allotment dates?

BITSAT 2026 seat allotment dates will be released at the official website. Students will be able to check their allotment status in the form of iterations. To check their allotment, the students will have to log in using the required credentials.

What is the mode of payment for BITSAT application fee?

BITSAT application fee has to be paid by the students to be successfully registered for the exam. The payment of the fee can be done online, i.e., credit card/debit card/net banking/ICICI payment gateway. There will be no offline fee payment mode.

What is the division of questions in BITSAT pattern?

The BITSAT question paper is divided into four section. For the Mathematics/Biology section, there will be 40 questions. Physics and Chemistry will have 30 questions in each section. Logical Reasoning will have 20 and English Proficiency will have 10 questions. There will 130 questions in the question paper.

Which documents have to presented at the BITSAT exam centre?

At the exam centre, the students will have to bring their BITSAT admit card along with one valid identity proof for verification. No soft copies will be accepted so the students will have to bring print outs. If these documents are not shown at the centre, the students will not be allowed to enter the centre to attempt the exam.

Is the counselling process centralized for all BITS campuses?

Yes. There will be no separate counselling process for the different BITS campuses. Students will have to participate in the centralized counselling for admissions into their preferred campuses. The list of preferences have to be submitted during counselling for allotment.

Will the BITSAT 2026 toppers list be announced?

No. The BITS Pilani authorities do not announce the list of BITSAT toppers. However, if the list of toppers is released, the students will be able to access it here. Students will be scored as per their performance in the exam. If both exam sessions are attempted, then the best score will be considered for admission.

I forgot to book my BITSAT slot. Will I get my admit card?

If the students forget to book their BITSAT exam slot, then they will be allotted automatically by the authorities from the available ones. However, the students will not be able to request to chance the allotted slot, once they check it in their admit card. Therefore, the students are advised to complete the slot booking process themselves as early as possible.

What is the academic eligibility criteria for BITSAT?

To be eligible for BITSAT, the students should have passed 12th standard qualifying (or equivalent) examination from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English. The minimum score qualification in PCM is 75% with atleast 60% in individual subjects.

How can I choose my preferred BITSAT exam centre?

Students will be able to choose their preferred BITSAT exam centre while filling out the application form. The preferred exam cities have to be selected in the order of preference. Based on the preferences, the exam centres will be allotted to the students.

What are the areas that the students should focus on in BITSAT English proficiency section?

To prepare for the BITSAT English Proficiency section of the exam, the students should focus on important areas such as Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension and Composition. These areas will help the student's build their basic knowledge and will be helpful in the examination.

What is the BITSAT test centre allotment?

BITS Pilani will announce the BITSAT test centre allotment to let the students know their allotted test centres. After checking their allotted test centre, the students will be able to choose the preferred exam slot from the available ones at their centre. The exam slots have to be booked through the BITSAT slot booking facility.

How is BITSAT merit list prepared?

The authorities will assess the performance of the students in the examination to prepare the BITSAT merit list. Through the merit list, the students can check the admit and wait list. Students in the admit list will be eligible for admission, while those in the wait list will be called in for the next round of allotment.

When will BITSAT 2026 application form be released?

BITS Pilani is expected to release the BITSAT application form tentatively in the second week of January 2026. Students will be able to apply for one or both sessions of the exam. All applications have to be submitted before the final date.

How much is the BITSAT application fee?

While filling the application form, the students will have to pay the required fee. The BITSAT application fee is different for each category and the number of sessions that the students are going to attempt. For male students, the application fee is INR 3500 (1ST session) and INR 5,500 (both sessions). Female students have to pay INR 3000 (1st session) and INR 4,500 (both session).

Which documents have to be uploaded in the BITSAT application form?

Students will have to upload their scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the BITSAT application form. The documents have to be scanned and sized according to the specifications that are mentioned by the authorities. If the documents are not scanned correctly, it will be not uploaded in the form.

Is there a direct admission scheme in BITSAT counselling?

Yes. Students who are 12th standard board toppers will be eligible for direct admissions through the BITSAT counselling. These students do not require a BITSAT score and will be eligible based on their board exam performance. However, the basic eligibility criteria has to be met.

What is the BITSAT 2026 counselling date?

BITSAT 2026 counselling process will start after the result is announced. For selection into the courses offered by the participating campuses, the students will have to participate in the BITSAT counselling process. During the counselling, the students will have to submit their preferences and pay the fee for allotment.

How are seats allotted in BITSAT counselling?

During the BITSAT counselling, the students will be allotted according to their rank, preferences, category and seat availability. The allotment result will be announced in the form of iterations. Once the students are allotted, they will have to confirm their admission.

How is the BITSAT cutoff prepared?

The BITSAT cutoff is prepared after different exam and admission related factors are checked. Some of the factors that are checked to determine the cutoff are the exam difficulty level, previous year's cutoff trends, number of seats for admission, number of applicants and more.

Do the authorities release the BITSAT cutoff?

Yes, the authorities release the BITSAT cutoff online every year. The cutoff score for admissions in the preferred course and campus will be available for the candidates through the BITSAT cutoff. However, the students who meet the cutoff will not be guaranteed admission but will have higher chances.

Does the BITSAT cutoff differ for every category?

Yes, the BITSAT cutoff will be different for every campus, course and category. The students may find that the cutoff score for popular courses and campuses high as compare to others. Similarly, reserved categories may have lesser cutoff than General category candidates.

What is the BITSAT 2026 exam date?

The official BITSAT 2026 exam date is yet to be announced. However, the first session is expected to held in May 2026 and the second session in June 2026. Students are eligible to attempt one of both sessions of the exam. The examination will be held as a computer-based test.

Is there domicile requirement for BITSAT?

No, there is no domicile requirement for BITSAT admission. All Indian students are eligible for admission, if they meet the basic requirements. Through the BITSAT eligibility criteria, the students can check the important requirements that need to be met for admission.

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BITSAT 2026 Exam: Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) is conducted as an annual exam by BITS Pilani to select students for BE admissions into the campuses. The BITSAT exam is conducted in two sessions. Candidates are eligible to attempt one or both sessions. In case both BITSAT exam sessions are attempted, the best score will be considered for admission.

BITSAT 2026 application form is expected to be released in the third week of January 2026. While filling out the application form of BITSAT 2026, the candidates will have to fill out their required information. BITSAT 2026 will be held as a computer-based test in two sessions, tentatively in May 2026 (Session I) and June 2026 (Session II). The BITSAT 2026 syllabus will consist of topics from Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematics/Biology. The official BITSAT 2026 exam pattern will be released soon. Based on the scores obtained in the exam, the candidates will be allotted during the BITSAT 2026 counselling process. Board toppers will be eligible for direct admissions. Read to know more about BITSAT 2026.

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What is BITSAT?
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BITSAT 2026 Application Form
BITSAT 2026 Exam Pattern
BITSAT 2026 Syllabus
BITSAT 2026 Preparation Tips
BITSAT 2026 Slot Booking
BITSAT 2026 Admit Card
BITSAT 2026 Result
BITSAT 2026 Counselling
BITSAT 2026 Cutoff
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Jan ' 26	BITSAT 2026 application form - Session 1 and Both Sessions TENTATIVE
May ' 26	BITSAT 2026 application form - Session II Only TENTATIVE
May ' 26	BITSAT 2026 Exam Date - Session I TENTATIVE
May ' 26	BITSAT 2026 admit card - Session I TENTATIVE
May ' 26	BITSAT 2026 slot booking - Session I TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26	BITSAT 2026 Counselling TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26	BITSAT 2026 result/score card - Session I TENTATIVE
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