Frequently Asked Questions
No, BITSAT is not conceptually tougher than JEE Main, but it is faster and has more questions in the same time. JEE Main focuses deeply on PCM concepts, while BITSAT tests speed, accuracy, English, and Logical Reasoning. Most students find BITSAT easier in difficulty but harder in time management.
Yes, if you are a state or central board topper (1st rank in PCM/PCB stream) in Class 12, you get direct admission to any program except BPharm for PCB toppers, irrespective of your BITSAT score.
You can appear twice — once in Session 1 and once in Session 2. If you appear in both sessions, the higher score is considered for admission.
No. BITS Pilani does not follow any caste-based or state quota reservation. Admission is purely merit-based on BITSAT score and Class 12 marks.
To secure BE Computer Science at the Pilani campus, a score of around 320–340+ marks is typically required. In recent years, cutoffs have ranged between 331 and 338.
No physical or on-screen calculator is allowed in BITSAT. All calculations must be done manually.
Yes, NCERT is sufficient for Physics and Chemistry. For Mathematics, additional practice from books like Arihant or RD Sharma is recommended due to the higher number of questions.
If you attempt all 130 questions and still have time remaining, 12 bonus questions appear (4 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Maths/Biology). Each carries +3 marks, but incorrect answers attract negative marking.
No. BITS Pilani does not accept JEE Main, JEE Advanced, VITEEE, or any other entrance exam score. Only BITSAT score or the board topper scheme is valid.
It is advisable to apply for both sessions to get a second chance to improve your score. Session 1 is held in May and Session 2 in June. You pay the higher combined fee only once.
Yes, 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. Unattempted questions carry 0 marks.
Candidates must score at least 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology, with a minimum of 60% marks in each subject.
Approximate seat intake is Pilani: 1,100 seats, Goa: 600 seats, and Hyderabad: 900 seats, including all BE, BPharm, and MSc programs.
Yes, staying in the hostel is mandatory for all undergraduate students. Hostel and mess charges are approximately ₹1.5–2 lakh per semester.
Yes, NRI and international students can appear for BITSAT or apply through the International Student Admission (ISA) route using SAT scores and Class 12 marks.
Typically, there are 6–8 admission iterations from June to August or September until all seats are filled. Cutoffs generally decrease in later rounds.
No, BPharm is offered only at the Pilani and Hyderabad campuses. It is not available at the Goa campus.
For the 2026–27 academic year, the first-year tuition fee is expected to be around ₹5.5–5.8 lakh per semester, along with a one-time admission fee of ₹50,900. The total first-year cost, including hostel and mess, is approximately ₹12–13 lakh.
Yes, candidates can edit their campus and branch preferences until the last date of Class 12 marks submission, usually towards the end of June.
No, BITS Pilani does not have a management quota. All seats are filled strictly on merit through BITSAT scores or the board topper scheme.
Your candidature will be cancelled even if you have a high BITSAT score. Submitting Class 12 marks by the deadline is mandatory.
No, the English section is generally easy to moderate. It includes grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Scoring 25–30 out of 30 is common.
Pilani is the oldest and most reputed campus, followed by Goa and Hyderabad. Placement opportunities are almost identical across all three campuses, especially for CSE and ECE branches.
