Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus: Admission 2026, Courses, Fees, Ranking & Medchal-Malkajgiri Campus Life

About Birla Institute of Technology and Science - [BITS] Hyderabad

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus is a constituent campus of BITS Pilani, a Deemed to be University established in its present form in 1964, located at Jawahar Nagar, Medchal district near Hyderabad, Telangana. Developed by the Birla Group as part of the BITS Pilani multi-campus system, the Hyderabad campus started operations in 2008 and functions as an integral, residential science and technology institute. It shares the same academic structure, governance and brand identity as the Pilani, Goa and Dubai campuses under BITS Pilani.

Recognised in the NIRF 2025 Overall rankings with BITS Pilani placed 16th nationally and 11th in Engineering, the Hyderabad campus benefits from the institute’s strong standing in teaching, research, and innovation. With 12 departments covering engineering, sciences, pharmacy, management and humanities, it offers integrated first degree, higher degree and PhD programmes, supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and an industry-linked curriculum. The campus has rapidly grown as a hub for entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary research, contributing significantly to BITS Pilani’s national prominence.

Key Highlights

Admission Dates 2026

BITS Hyderabad UG admissions for 2026 are through the BITS Admission Test (BITSAT) for domestic candidates and the International Student Admission (ISA) route using SAT scores for foreign nationals, common for Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad campuses. BITSAT 2026 will be held in two CBT sessions in May and June 2026, while ISA 2026 uses SAT scores for merit-based admission to Integrated First Degree programmes.

Admission Process

BITS Hyderabad admits students to Integrated First Degree (BE, BPharm, MSc) mainly through the BITSAT online test, with separate routes for International Students (SAT-based ISA scheme) and direct admission for eligible central/state board toppers. Higher Degree (ME/MPharm) admissions use the BITS HD Test and/or GATE/GPAT scores, through a common BITS Pilani portal.

Integrated First Degree (BE, BPharm, MSc) Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Visit the official BITS admissions site and register for BITSAT using a valid email ID and mobile number.
2. Fill the BITSAT online application form with personal details, 12th-class subjects, and test centre preferences.
3. Upload photograph, signature and other asked documents; pay the BITSAT application fee online.
4. Book BITSAT exam date and slot when the window opens; download the BITSAT hall ticket.
5. Appear for BITSAT at the allotted centre; download and save the BITSAT scorecard.
6. After 12th results, submit the separate online admission form for Integrated First Degrees, entering 12th marks and programme/campus preferences.
7. Check admission and waitlist iterations on the admission portal; accept offer, pay admission and semester fee, and report to BITS Hyderabad as instructed.

International Students (ISA Scheme – BE/BPharm/MSc at Hyderabad)

Steps to Apply

1. Appear for Grade 12 (or equivalent) and the SAT (new format: Reading & Writing, Mathematics).
2. Send SAT scores to BITS Pilani using DI code 7759 through College Board within the specified deadline.
3. Complete the online ISA application form on the BITS ISA portal within the application window.
4. Upload required documents (Grade 12 mark sheet, passport copy, photograph, SAT scorecard if available).
5. Track the ISA website for publication of admission offers and scholarship details.
6. Accept the offer within the given time and pay the required fee to confirm admission to BITS Hyderabad.

Higher Degree (ME, MPharm) Admission – Hyderabad Campus

Steps to Apply

1. Check the list of Higher Degree programmes offered at BITS Hyderabad and confirm your eligible discipline.
2. Register on the BITS HD admission portal for the relevant academic year.
3. Fill the online form with academic details and choice of HD programmes; indicate if you will use GATE/GPAT or BITS HD Test.
4. Upload degree marksheets, photograph, signature and other required documents; pay the application fee online.
5. Download HD Test hall ticket (if taking BITS HD) and appear for the test on the scheduled date.
6. Check merit list and provisional admission offers released on the HD portal.
7. Accept the offer, pay admission and semester fee, and report to BITS Hyderabad for registration and document verification.

Eligibility Criteria & Fees

Documents Required

• Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
• BITSAT scorecard (for Integrated First Degree) or SAT score report (ISA route)
• GATE/GPAT scorecard or BITS HD Test score (for Higher Degree, where applicable)
• Transfer certificate and character certificate from last institution
• Migration certificate (for boards/universities outside the admitting state)
• Recent passport-size photographs specifications
• Photo ID proof (Aadhaar card/passport/other government ID)
• Passport and visa documents for international/ISA candidates
• Caste/Category/Disability certificates only if claimed and applicable under BITS rules (for specific scholarships or facilities)
• Fee payment receipts (application fee, admission fee, and semester/hostel fee)

Cutoff 2025

BITS Hyderabad admissions to BE, BPharm and MSc programmes are based on BITSAT scores, with 2025 cutoffs showing a clear dip across most branches compared with 2024, especially in Computer Science and other core engineering programmes. Competition for CSE, ECE, EEE, Maths & Computing and MSc Economics remains intense, while newer and interdisciplinary branches and BPharm have relatively lower closing scores.

Rankings & Accreditations

BITS Pilani (which includes the Hyderabad campus as an integral campus) is strongly placed in national and global rankings, featuring in the NIRF 2025 Overall top-20, top-15 Engineering institutions in India, and in the QS and THE global rankings. The Hyderabad campus benefits directly from this consolidated institutional standing and reputation.

NIRF 2025

Other Rankings

Accreditations

• NAAC: A grade (BITS Pilani – institution-wide)

Scholarships & Financial Aid

BITS Pilani, Hyderabad campus offers substantial tuition-fee waivers through institute Merit and Merit-cum-Need (MCN) schemes, teaching assistantships for higher degrees, and special campaigns like 100×100 for girl students. Students also access national schemes on NSP and selected external scholarships administered via the campus Student Welfare Division.

Institute Scholarships

Government Scholarships

External Scholarships

• Aditya Birla Scholarship: ₹1,50,000 per year for top 20 BITS (all campuses, including Hyderabad) entrants invited by the Dean, renewable based on academic performance.
• Swami Dayanand Education Foundation: Up to about ₹1,00,000 per year for BITS students with strong merit and family income typically below about ₹6,00,000–₹8,00,000/year.
• State Teachers Benefit Fund / similar state schemes: Variable support (often ₹10,000–₹50,000/year) for eligible BITS Hyderabad students linked to parent’s service and income slabs.
• Tata Trusts Medical and Health Care Scholarships (for relevant programs): Partial tuition support (often in the ₹50,000–₹2,00,000 range) for selected students in health-related degrees, applied with institute support.

Comparison

BITS Hyderabad is typically compared with other top private tech-focused institutions like IIIT Hyderabad and VIT Vellore because all three offer strong engineering programs, national-level intake and high placements. They attract similar high-ranking students looking for rigorous curricula, strong research and excellent industry linkages.

Key Strengths

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science - [BITS] Hyderabad: Strong brand of BITS Pilani system, flexible curriculum with dual degree options, Practice School model and excellent core plus CS/EEE placements.
• IIIT Hyderabad: Deep specialization and research intensity in computer science and electronics, very high coding culture and exceptional outcomes for top CS students.
• VIT Vellore: Very large industry network, wide range of branches, diverse student body and strong placement ecosystem with many “dream” and “super dream” IT offers.

Campus & Infrastructure

BITS Pilani Hyderabad is a fully residential, self-contained campus spread over 200 acres of lush greenery at Jawahar Nagar in Medchal district on the outskirts of Hyderabad. The campus houses centrally air-conditioned academic blocks, a large modern library, advanced research laboratories, separate hostels, and extensive student facilities.

Campus Details

Academic Facilities

• Library: 20,000+ books, 3,500+ e-journals, 15,000+ e-books
• Labs: 9 computer centre laboratories (≈500 PCs)
• Classrooms: Centrally air-conditioned lecture theatres and classrooms in the main building

Hostel

Other Facilities

• Library building of 45,000 sq. ft. with seating capacity of 400+
• Computer Centre with 9 computational labs and approximately 500 PCs
• Auditorium with 2,550 seats
• Banking facilities, medical centre, and market facilities within campus

Frequently Asked Questions

What BITSAT score do I realistically need to get Computer Science at BITS Hyderabad?

Recent cutoffs for B.E. Computer Science at BITS Hyderabad have been around 298 in 2024 for the General All India category. Students generally target 300+ in BITSAT to stay safely above the closing score range for CSE at this campus.

Is there any way to get BITS Hyderabad BTech without BITSAT (like JEE Main, management quota, or direct admission)?

For Indian students, BTech/BE admission to BITS Hyderabad runs only through BITSAT with a centralized iteration process across Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad. There is no management quota, no JEE Main route, and no state-level counselling allotment for these seats.

What are the 12th board eligibility criteria for BITS Hyderabad first-degree (BE/MSc) admission?

For Integrated First Degree programs, candidates must pass Class 12 from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, and adequate English proficiency. A minimum of 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and at least 60% in each of these subjects is required.

How does the iteration/slide-up process work between Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad campuses?

Admissions to Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad run through a single BITSAT counselling with multiple iterations. A student initially allotted a program at Hyderabad can slide up to a higher-preference branch or campus (for example Pilani CSE) in later iterations if their score and vacancies permit.

Is there any NRI or OCI quota for BITS Hyderabad undergraduate programs?

There is no separate NRI/OCI/PIO quota for BITS Hyderabad BE or Integrated MSc seats. Such candidates also compete through BITSAT. A separate International Students Admission route is available for those applying with SAT scores, but this is not an NRI reservation within BITSAT seats.

What is the approximate semester-wise fee for BE at BITS Hyderabad and how is it paid?

For recent batches, semester tuition for first-degree programs across BITS campuses is around ₹2.4–₹2.6 lakh per semester, paid twice a year. In addition, there are one-time admission fees, hostel and mess charges, and other small components billed separately by the Hyderabad campus.

How much do hostel and mess cost per year at BITS Hyderabad?

The institute is fully residential and hostel plus mess is compulsory. Hostel and mess fees together typically fall in the ₹20,000–₹50,000 per year range, depending on room type and mess usage, over and above tuition and other academic charges.

Does BITS Hyderabad offer any scholarships or fee concessions based on merit?

BITS provides institute-wide merit and merit-cum-need scholarships based on BITSAT performance and academic performance in subsequent semesters. These can cover a fixed percentage of tuition (for example 15%, 25%, 50% or 80%) for a specified duration, reviewed every semester based on CGPA.

What kind of placement packages do CSE and ECE students at BITS Hyderabad usually get?

Recent on-campus placements for CSE/ECE at BITS Hyderabad have seen average packages in the ₹18–₹22 lakh per annum range, with top offers crossing ₹50 lakh per annum from leading product-based and global tech firms. Core and analytics branches report lower but still strong averages.

Which major recruiters regularly visit BITS Hyderabad for placements?

Across recent batches, recruiters at BITS Hyderabad include companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Qualcomm, Oracle, Deloitte, Samsung, JP Morgan, PayTM, and several product startups. The campus shares many recruiters with Pilani and Goa because the placement unit is coordinated across campuses.

How strong is the internship culture at BITS Hyderabad, especially the Practice School program?

All BITS campuses run a structured Practice School (PS) system: PS-I (about 2 months) and PS-II (about 5.5 months) in reputed companies or research labs. Many Hyderabad students intern in product tech, finance and analytics roles, and PS-II often converts to pre-placement offers.

How flexible is the academic structure at BITS Hyderabad (branch change, dual degree, electives)?

BITS follows a common academic structure across campuses with a 0–10 grading and CGPA system, a common first year and substantial elective choice. Students can opt for a dual degree (for example BE + MSc), and branch upgrades are possible early on, strictly based on CGPA and availability.

What is the quality of faculty and research facilities at BITS Hyderabad?

The Hyderabad campus has departments in EEE, ECE, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, CSE, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Pharmacy and others, with many faculty holding PhDs from IITs or reputed foreign universities. The main building houses centrally air-conditioned labs and lecture theatres with active research projects and funded labs.

How are the hostels at BITS Hyderabad in terms of room type, facilities and internet?

The campus has separate hostels for boys and girls (six for boys, two for girls in official data) with furnished rooms having cot, table, chair, cupboard and ceiling fan. Hostels have solar water heating, common rooms with cable TV, and LAN plus Wi‑Fi internet available in all rooms.

Is hostel mandatory, and when do students get single rooms at BITS Hyderabad?

The institute is fully residential, so almost all undergraduates stay in on-campus hostels and eat in hostel messes. First-year students are usually allotted shared rooms, while single occupancy rooms become available from second year onwards, subject to hostel allocation rules.

How is the mess food at BITS Hyderabad and what options exist beyond the mess?

There are two common kitchen-cum-mess units for all students serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food under a student mess council. Reviews mention generally decent quality with menus changing periodically, supported by a canteen and multiple food stalls offering additional choices.

What sports and extracurricular facilities does BITS Hyderabad provide?

The 200-acre campus includes grounds for cricket, football, basketball, volleyball and athletics, along with indoor sports facilities and a gym. Students run multiple clubs and departments for technical, cultural and entrepreneurial activities, and the campus hosts fests and competitions through the year.

How far is BITS Hyderabad from the city and what commute options do students use?

BITS Hyderabad is located near Shameerpet, about 25 km from Secunderabad railway station. Students generally use autos, app-based cabs and occasional institute buses for travel to Secunderabad or Hyderabad city on weekends and for internships or exams.

Is there any strict dress code at BITS Hyderabad for classes or hostels?

There is no formal uniform. Students attend classes in casual, decent clothing; shorts and T‑shirts are common. Laboratory courses sometimes require full-length trousers and closed shoes for safety, but outside labs the atmosphere is relatively informal.

How does BITS Hyderabad compare with newer IITs or IIIT Hyderabad in terms of ROI and brand value?

Tuition at BITS is higher than most centrally funded institutes, but placements, especially for CSE/ECE, are comparable to several newer IITs. IIIT Hyderabad often has an edge in research-intensive CS, while BITS Hyderabad offers stronger flexibility (dual degree, PS) and a large pan-India alumni network.