BITSAT 2027
BITS Admission Test (BITSAT)
BITSAT is the only route into the B.E., M.Sc. and B.Pharm. programmes of BITS Pilani's Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad campuses. It is a 3-hour computer-based test of 130 questions (390 marks) with an optional set of 12 bonus questions, and you can take it twice and keep the better score.
- Conducted by
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani
- Mode
- Computer-based online test at designated test centres
- Frequency
- Once a year, with two optional sessions (Session 1 in April, Session 2 in May); the better score counts
- Duration
- 3 hours (180 minutes), no sectional time limit
BITSAT 2027 Counselling
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official Birla Institute of Technology and Science notices
BITS runs its own centralised admission process across all three campuses. It is preference based, iterative and merit driven, and does not use JoSAA or any state counselling.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Take BITSAT
Appear in Session 1, Session 2 or both. Your higher score is used.
- 2
Submit the admission application
Fill the FD preference form with Class 12 marks, upload your marksheet and rank your programme and campus choices. In 2026 this closed on 1 June.
- 3
Merit list is prepared
BITS ranks eligible, fee-paid applicants by BITSAT score and applies the tie-breaking order.
- 4
Iteration list
In each iteration, a fresh allotment runs from the top of the merit list. Candidates get an admit offer, a waiting-list position or nothing for their preferences.
- 5
Accept by paying fees
You must pay the advance fees within the deadline to hold an offer. In 2026, Iteration I was announced on 20 June with a payment deadline of 26 June.
- 6
Slide up or freeze
After accepting, you can remain in the race for higher preferences or lock your seat using a freeze option.
- 7
Report to the campus
Selected candidates reported for document verification, biometrics and orientation on 28-30 July 2026.
Rules that decide your outcome
- Preferences cannot be changed after submission. Their order stays fixed through all iterations.
- Seats are allotted starting from the top of the merit list, trying the first preference, then the second and so on.
- Waiting list is for admission to the Institute, not to a particular programme, so no programme-wise waiting number is given.
- Crossing out a programme removes you from the waiting list of that programme too.
- Freeze (lock programme and campus) and Freeze the Campus (keep chasing higher choices within the same campus) are final and irreversible and carry a nominal fee of about Rs 10-11.
- BITS may offer admission to more candidates than seats, expecting withdrawals.
2026 iteration schedule (brochure, tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Iteration I list and waitlist | 20 June 2026 |
| Offer acceptance and fee deadline | 26 June 2026 |
| Iteration II | 1 July 2026 |
| Iteration III | 14 July 2026 |
| Iteration IV | 22 July 2026 |
| Reporting for Iterations I-IV | 28-30 July 2026 |
| First semester begins | 1 August 2026 |
| Later iterations V to VIII | 1 August to 25 August 2026 (VII and VIII if required) |
Dates were marked tentative in the brochure. The portal now shows the 2026-27 cycle as closed and refunds as being processed.
Fees (2026-27, first degree)
| Fee | Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| Admission fee | Rs 64,100 |
| Tuition per semester (first and second) | Rs 2,91,500 |
| Summer term (if registered) | Rs 1,02,000 |
| Hostel fee per semester | Rs 36,000 |
| Mess and electricity advance per semester | Rs 10,000 |
| Institute caution deposit | Rs 3,000 |
Tuition rises each year for fresh admissions (Rs 3,06,000 per semester for 2027-28 entrants, per the official schedule). Scholarships are given by merit and merit-cum-need; the brochure describes tuition waivers of 10 to 100 percent for the top scorers.
Special options
- M.Sc. students can apply for a second B.E. degree after first year, assigned on performance (dual degree).
- 2+2 programmes with RMIT, Iowa State, University at Buffalo, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and CentraleSupelec Paris, and a 3+2 B.E.-MBA with BITSoM, are open to eligible BITSAT scorers.
- No lateral entry and no management quota exist.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a separate slot booking for counselling?
No. Slot booking in BITS refers to the BITSAT test date. The admission process is online with iterations.
Can I get BITS Pilani with a JEE Main rank?
No. BITS says it admits only on BITSAT scores for these programmes.