BITS Pilani Cost 2026: Courses, Fees, Structure, FAQs

BITS Pilani (Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani), an Institution of Eminence, is one of India's leading private universities known for its rigorous academics, innovation, and industry-aligned programs. With campuses in Pilani (Rajasthan), Goa, and Hyderabad, the institute offers a diverse range of Integrated First Degree, Higher Degree, and Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs.

The fee structure for the academic year 2025-26 is uniform across the three Indian campuses for domestic students. BITS Pilani fees are categorized by degree level (not individual courses), as they are standard across programs within each category.

BITS Pilani Fees 2026 for Integrated First Degree Programmes

The duration of these programmes is 4 years and are divided into 8 semesters. The programmes offered are BE, BPharm and MSc. These are the flagship undergraduate programs, with options for dual degrees (additional ₹60,500 admission fee for the second program). The BITS Pilani fee structure for Integrated first degree programmes are tabulated below:

BITS Pilani Fees 2026 for Higher Degree Programmes & MBA

The Higher Degree programmes are designed to provide advanced professional experience and opportunities to enhance specialised expertise. The programmes offered under this category are ME and MPharm. The duration of these courses is 2 years, having 4 semesters. The approximate annual cost is ₹5,50,000 (tuition) + ₹90,000 (hostel/mess). The total fees is between ₹11–13 lakhs.

Check out the table below to know the BITS Pilani fees 2026 for these programmes:

NOTE: Students admitted in AY 2025-26 will pay a tuition fee of 2,75,000/- per Semester in AY 2025-26. In subsequent years (AY 2026-27, 2027-28 etc.), tuition fee will increase @5% every year for 2025-26 batch students (unless the government announces any new levy/tax, which will be passed onto all existing students irrespective of their year of entry). In addition, hostel fee will be increased every year.

BITS Pilani Fees 2026 for Doctoral Programmes

Ph.D. is research-oriented, with full-time (on-campus) and part-time (working professionals) options. The duration of the course is 3–5 years (full-time) or flexible (part-time). BITS Pilani Ph.D. is available in different Research areas such as Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Information Systems, Economics & Finance, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Humanities & Social Sciences, Management, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, Physics, General Sciences. The table below explains the BITS Pilani Ph.D. fee structure in detail:

NOTE: Students admitted in AY 2025-26 will pay Semester / Term fee as mentioned in the above table. In subsequent years (AY 2026-27, 2027-28 etc.), tuition fee will increase @5% every year in ₹ for 2025-26 batch students (unless the government announces any new levy/tax, which will be passed onto all existing students irrespective of their year of entry). In addition, hostel fee will be increased every year.

BITS Pilani Additional Fees and Policies 2026

The institute enforces strict deadlines for fee payment (all fees payable in advance before semester start). Late payments attract penalties (exact amounts vary and are notified via official circulars/portals). Persistent non-payment can lead to registration blocks, withholding of results, or other academic restrictions.

Practice School is a flagship experiential learning component at BITS Pilani. It replaces traditional classroom study with full-time, hands-on industry/project work under faculty and industry mentorship. The Practice School duration exceeds a normal semester (extending into summer), so the institute charges for that extended period separately. This ensures the fee reflects the actual academic load and resources used. This applies mainly to First Degree students.

Minor/Certificate Programs are optional add-on academic tracks that allow students to gain specialized knowledge outside their major discipline (e.g., Minor in Data Science for a B.E. student, or Certificate in Entrepreneurship). They require completing a set number of elective courses (usually 4–6) without extending the degree duration. This applies mainly to First Degree students.

The detailed explanation of the Additional Fees and Policies section from the BITS Pilani fee structure is given below:

How to pay BITS Pilani Fees 2026?

The steps to pay BITS Pilani fees (for Integrated First Degree, Higher Degree, or Ph.D. programs) depend slightly on whether you are a newly admitted student (e.g., paying admission + first semester fees) or a continuing/registered student (e.g., semester fees each term).

The fee process is 100% online and secure. BITS Pilani does not accept offline payments like cash or direct bank transfers for regular semester fees (except limited RTGS/NEFT in special cases via SWD portal). All fees must be paid in advance before the semester/term starts.

The Step-by-Step process for Continuing/Registered students (most common for semester fees) are mentioned below:

Continuing students pay semester tuition, hostel, mess advances, etc., each term via the ERP system.

1. Log in to the BITS ERP Portal Go to: https://erp.bits-pilani.ac.in/ Use your student ID (as username) and password. (Credentials are provided at admission; reset via institute if forgotten.)
2. Navigate to Fee Payment Section After login → Go to Student Center or Finance/Fees tab (exact label may vary slightly). Look for options like "Fee Payment," "Pay Semester Fees," or "View/Pay Dues."
3. View Outstanding Dues The portal displays your current payable amount (tuition + hostel + mess advance + any extras like Practice School/minor fees). Confirm the breakdown matches the official fee structure for your batch/year.
4. Initiate Payment Select "Pay Now" or similar. Choose payment mode:
• Net Banking
• Debit/Credit Card
• UPI (Gateways may redirect to SBI Collect, PayU, PayTM, Razorpay, or institute-integrated system.)
5. Complete the Transaction Enter payment details securely (financial info not stored on BITS servers). Submit and wait for confirmation (you'll see a "Payment Successful" message). Download/save the receipt/transaction ID immediately.
6. Verification & Reflection Log out and log back in after 30–60 minutes. Check if dues are cleared (status updates to "Paid"). You can now proceed with semester registration/courses if applicable.
7. If Issues Arise
• Payment failed but amount deducted? Wait 1 hour or contact bank first.
• Still not reflected? Email admn.payment@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in with transaction proof.

For Newly Admitted Students, steps are integrated into the preference form / admission confirmation process. Below are the steps:

1. Log in to admissions portal with application number.
2. Accept offer / fill preferences.
3. Proceed to fee payment gateway (similar modes: PayU, PayTM, Razorpay, etc.).
4. Pay full required amount to confirm seat.
5. Upload proof if needed; receive provisional admission letter.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How much are BITS Pilani BTech / BE fees for 4 years?

For Integrated First Degree programs (B.E./B.Tech Hons., M.Sc. Hons., B.Pharm. Hons.) admitted in 2025-26, the total tuition fee is ₹22–25 lakhs. The total fee including hostel + mess (approx. annual ₹80,000–1,10,000) is ₹25–30 lakhs over 4 years.

Q2. Does BITS Pilani charge extra for hostel and mess?

Yes, hostel and mess are separate. Annual hostel + mess cost ₹80,000–1,10,000. Below are the details:

• Hostel Fee: ₹32,700 per semester (₹16,350 for summer term).
• Mess & Electricity Advance: ₹10,000 per semester (₹5,000 summer; adjustable against actual bills).
• Other Advances: ₹12,000 per semester (adjustable).

Q3. Are there scholarships or fee waivers for BITS Pilani students?

Yes, BITS Pilani offers generous merit and need-based aid. Merit Scholarships (based on performance/CGPA): Up to 80–100% tuition waiver for top performers (e.g., top 2–5% get high waivers). Students' Aid Fund: Need-based partial/full tuition support for genuine financial hardship. BITSAT-based scholarships (for new admits): Top ranks may get automatic waivers.

Q4. Are BITS Pilani fees the same for all campuses (Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad)?

Yes, for domestic students in regular First Degree, Higher Degree, and PhD programs, fees (tuition, admission, hostel) are uniform across Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses.