BITSAT
About the Exam
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) is an entrance examination for admission to the B.E. (Bachelor of Engineering), B.Pharm. (Bachelor of Pharmacy), and M.Sc. (Master of Science) programmes. BITSAT is conducted by the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS).
The Ministry of Education, Government of India, has recognised the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani as an Institution of Eminence. It is India’s premier institute of higher education and a deemed university.
Eligibility Criteria
For admission to any of the First Degree programmes of BITS except B.Pharm: A candidate should have passed the 12th examination of the 10+2 system from a recognised Central or State Board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and have adequate proficiency in English.
For admission to B.Pharm : A candidate should have passed the 12th examination of the 10+2 system from a recognised Central or State Board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB) and have adequate proficiency in English. However candidates with PCM may also apply for the Pharmacy programme.
Admissions to all the programmes are subject to the conditions given below:
The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects (if he/she has taken Mathematics in BITSAT) or a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects (if he/she has taken Biology in BITSAT) in the 12th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology subjects.
Only students who are appearing for the 12th examination or who have passed the 12th Examination are eligible to appear in the BITSAT test.
BITSAT-2023 Test Pattern
Each session of BITSAT will be of 3 hours duration (without break), comprising the following 4 parts
- Part I:Physics
- Part II:Chemistry
- Part III: (a) English Proficiency and (b) Logical Reasoning
- Part IV:Mathematics or Biology (For B.Pharm candidates)
Types of question(s): objective type (MCQ-based)
Total No. of question(s): 130
The number of questions in each part is as follows:
| Subject | No of Questions | |
|---|---|---|
| Part I | Physics | 30 |
| Part II | Chemistry | 30 |
|
Part III |
English Proficiency
|
10
|
| Part IV | Mathematics/Biology (For B.Pharm) | 40 |
| Total | 130 |
Syllabus
The BITSAT test is conducted on the basis of the NCERT syllabus for the 11th and 12th grades.
The detailed syllabus is given in the Annexure; Click here to download BITSAT 2024 Syllabus
Marking Scheme
- Each correct answer is awarded three marks.
- There is a negative marking of one mark for each incorrect answer.
- There is no negative marking for unanswered questions.
BITSAT 2023 Cut Off
The determining factors of the BITSAT 2023 cutoff have been listed below.
- The difficulty level of BITSAT
- The number of candidates who attempted the exam.
- The number of seats.
- Highest score in BITSAT exam.
- Previous year trends.
The final BITSAT score cut-offs to various degree programmes in the Academic Year (AY) 2022-2023 admission session are as below.
| Course | BITS Pilani Cutoff | BITS Hyderabad Cutoff | BITS Goa Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE Computer Science | 320 | 279 | 286 |
| BE Electronics and Communication | 279 | 252 | 256 |
| BE Electronics and Electrical | 258 | 230 | 237 |
| BE Electronics and Instrumentation | 249 | 222 | 224 |
| BE Chemical | 191 | 162 | 165 |
| BE Civil | 167 | 158 | - |
| BE Mechanical | 223 | 182 | 191 |
| BE Mechanical | 223 | 182 | 191 |
| BE Manufacturing | 184 | — | — |
| M.Sc Physics | 214 | 173 | 188 |
| M.Sc Chemistry | 168 | 160 | 163 |
| M.Sc Biological Sciences | 171 | 158 | 164 |
| M.Sc Economics | 247 | 220 | 230 |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 214 | 177 | 187 |
| B. Pharm | 125 | 109 | — |
Click here to check final BITSAT score cut-offs
For further information on BITSAT, refer to the- BITSAT-2023 Brochure
Frequently Asked Questions
BITSAT stands for Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test. It is an entrance examination conducted by BITS Pilani for admission to its integrated first-degree programs in engineering, pharmacy, and sciences.
BITSAT is used for admission to B.E. (Bachelor of Engineering), B.Pharm. (Bachelor of Pharmacy), and M.Sc. (Master of Science) programs at BITS Pilani's campuses in Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.
(i) Candidates should have completed 10+2 (or its equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) for B.E. programs or Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) for B.Pharm. programs.
(ii) A minimum aggregate of 75% marks in PCM/PCB is required, with at least 60% in each subject. For B.Pharm., a minimum of 75% marks in PCB is necessary.
(i) BITSAT is a computer-based test (CBT) consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
(ii) The test covers subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency, and Logical Reasoning.
(iii) The duration of the exam is typically three hours.
Yes, there is negative marking. Candidates are awarded three marks for each correct answer, and one mark is deducted for each incorrect answer. No marks are awarded for questions not attempted.
To apply for BITSAT, you need to fill out the online application form available on the official BITSAT website during the application period. Kindly visit: https://www.bitsadmission.com/index.aspx
(i) Based on BITSAT scores, candidates are offered admission to various programs and campuses.
(ii) BITS Pilani prepares a merit list, and candidates can apply for specific courses and campuses based on their rank in the merit list.
(iii) Final admission is based on merit and seat availability.
BITSAT is typically held during specific periods, and the exact dates are announced by BITS Pilani each year. You can find the most up-to-date information about BITSAT, including exam dates, on the official BITSAT website https://www.bitsadmission.com/index.aspx
The official BITSAT website is the primary source for detailed information, updates, and notifications about BITSAT. You can also refer to the BITS Pilani admission brochure for comprehensive details.
If you qualify for BITSAT and meet the cutoff, you will be eligible for admission to BITS Pilani, BITS Goa, or BITS Hyderabad, depending on your preferences and the availability of seats in your desired course.
No, BITSAT is primarily for candidates who have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in class 12th. If you have not studied these subjects, you may not be eligible for BITSAT.
No, you need not to apply separately for any of the three campuses.
No, BITS Pilani does not consider the JEE Mains score for admission. Its admissions are based on the BITSAT score.