Timeline of BITS PILANI

• Seth ShivNarainji Birla established a ‘Patshala’ in 1901 to educate his grandsons. After that, the patshala became a High School and then an Intermediate College.

• The Birla Education Trust was established in 1947. G. D. Birla officially took over the Birla Institute of Technology and Science in Pilani in 1964. The Ford Foundation lent a hand to the university, which then teamed up with MIT in the United States.

• The twenty-first century marked a turning point in the university’s development. Apart from Pilani, BITS has opened branches in Dubai, Goa, and Hyderabad.

BITS Pilani is a deemed university that offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral courses in Science, Humanities, Management, Engineering, Technology, and Pharmacy across all four campuses. Aside from these, they offer programmes such as Practice School to give students more exposure to industries. Many part-time courses are available.

BITSAT

Every year, BITS PILANI holds the BITS Admission Test (BITSAT). BITSAT is a computer-based examination (CBT). It allows students to enrol in BITS PILANI’s Integrated First Degree Programs at the Goa, Hyderabad, and Pilani campuses. They offer nine B.E. courses, six M.Sc. courses, and a UG pharmacy degree.

Candidates who are attempting to gain admission to BITS PILANI in Dubai may or may not take the BITSAT exam. However, if a foreign candidate wishes to study at BITS PILANI in India, they must take the BITSAT exam if they do not wish to apply through the International Admission Scheme.

NIIT University in Delhi accepts BITSAT scores in addition to BITS PILANI. However, the candidate must apply to that university separately.

BITSAT 2024 Exam Date

The deadline for filling out the BITSAT 2024 Application Form is April 11th, 2024. There have been revisions to the exam dates. This is a university-level examination administered by the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani. It provides admission to a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in science, engineering, pharmacy, and other fields across different BITS campuses. Interested candidates can secure admission in B.Pharm, B.E, and M.Sc courses by successfully clearing this entrance exam. Enrollment into this institution is based on BITSAT scores.

It is not possible to apply for BITSAT in an offline mode. Aspirants should, however, keep up with their official website for the most up-to-date information. The majority of competitive entrance exams will take place in the months of May and July. The application process, on the other hand, usually begins shortly before the 12th board exams. As a result, frequent visits to the official websites are required. It is preferable to have all of the documents ready in the proper format before applying for the exam, in order to avoid last-minute chaos.

The following table shows the sequence of events, including the release of the online application form of BITSAT and its deadline, the online test date, the last date to download the hall ticket, counselling, and the announcement of the selected candidate list. The schedule for the BITSAT 2024 exam is as follows:

The candidates who are registering for BITSAT exam will be allowed to take the mock test online.

BITSAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

BITS Admission Test 2024 is open to both foreign and Indian candidates. BITS Pilani offers Bachelor of Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics & Instrumentation, Mechanical, Manufacturing), Bachelor of Pharmacy, and Master of Science (Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, and General Studies) programmes in Goa, Pilani, and Hyderabad.

Nationality

Candidates of foreign origin as well as Indian citizens are eligible to apply. Foreign applicants must submit the required documents from AIU at the time of admission.

Age Limit

There is no minimum age limit to apply for BITSAT 2024. Only Students who are appearing for 12th class examination in 2024 or who have passed 12th class Examination in 2023 are eligible to appear in the BITSAT-2024 test.

Educational qualification 

They must have passed or attended a 12th-grade board exam administered by the state or the federal government, or an equivalent exam. In their 12th board exams, the candidate must have received a minimum of 75% in Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (PCM). Each subject must have received a minimum of 60% in order for the candidate to be considered.

Candidates applying for B.Pharm courses must have completed physics, chemistry, and biology in their 12th grade. He or she must have received a combined score of 75 percent in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) and 60 percent in each subject individually. Candidates with a major in PCM, on the other hand, are eligible to apply for the pharmacy program.

However, for all courses, the candidate must have a sufficient command of the English language.

BITSAT 2024 Registration

Aspirants to BITS PLANI must exercise extreme caution during the application process. The application process is only available online. First and foremost, the candidate must register for BITSAT 2024 by filling out an online application and paying the required fees. After registering, the candidate must fill out the necessary information and apply for admission separately.

Steps involved in registering / for BITSAT 2024

• Click on the provided link. http://www.bitsadmission.com

• Select the BITSAT tab from the interface.

• Click BITSAT online from the drop-down menu, then register/apply online.

• The interface will be directed to the fee payment window after entering the details.

• Only online transactions are available for payment of fees.

• Following payment, the duly filled application form can be downloaded, and a printed copy must be kept.

Only registered candidates will be able to take the mock test, which will be made public. The deadline for online registration will be announced shortly after the online application deadline on the official website.

Steps involved in applying for the admission process

• Visit the official website of BITS PILANI – https://www.bitsadmission.com/.

• Open the window and select the tab for the admissions application.

• Enter information such as your 12th grade grade, board of examination code, degree and campus preferences, and so on.

• Then press the submit button.

After submitting the application form, no changes can be made. As a result, make sure the form is error-free. On the basis of the 12th grade, a merit list is created. The table below lists the 12th exam boards and their respective codes.

BITSAT 2024 Exam Pattern

The BITSAT exam is a computer-based test lasting for 3 hours, covering subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English & Logical Reasoning.

Candidates applying for engineering programs at BITS will need to tackle questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English & Logical Reasoning. On the other hand, candidates seeking admission to pharmacy programs will face questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, and English & Logical Reasoning.

If a candidate answers all 130 questions in BITSAT 2024, they will have the option to attempt 12 extra questions, consisting of 3 questions from each section. Candidates have the flexibility to attempt any section first as there is no sectional time limit for BITSAT 2024. Each correct answer earns 3 marks, while an incorrect answer results in a deduction of 1 mark. Unattempted questions receive zero marks.

BITS Pilani has also released the BITSAT Syllabus 2024 along with the official notification. Candidates can access the BITSAT Syllabus PDF from the official website.

How many questions are there in BITSAT?

The examination will comprise 130 multiple-choice questions to be completed within a timeframe of 3 hours. According to the BITSAT exam pattern, the question paper is segmented into four sections: Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency & LR, and Mathematics/Biology.

BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024 Highlights

BITSAT 2024 Syllabus

Mathematics: Encompassing 11 topics, this section is characterized as moderate to difficult in terms of exam difficulty.

Biology: Incorporating 10 chapters from the CBSE syllabus of both class 11 and 12, this section places more emphasis on topics from Class 11. Principles of inheritance and variation, followed by molecular basis of inheritance and morphology of flowering plants, tend to carry the maximum weightage.

Chemistry: With 13 major topics, this section predominates with most questions. Chemical bonding and molecular structure lead the way, followed by equilibrium and hydrocarbons.

Physics: Spanning 18 topics, this section is often regarded as one of the most challenging aspects of BITSAT by many aspirants. Current Electricity, Semi-Conductors, and laws of motion are among the topics from which most questions are derived.

English & Logical Reasoning: This section is divided into two subsections: English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. It consists of 15 questions from English Proficiency and 10 questions from Logical Reasoning.

BITSAT 2024 Admit Card

Candidates are only permitted to enter the exam hall if they have a valid HALL TICKET. It is only available for download from the official website if you register for the BITSAT 2024 exam in April or May. For security reasons, the test centres will be monitored by CCTV cameras. The candidate’s photograph and biometric fingerprint will be taken in the testing centres and matched during the admissions process. Anyone who breaks the test center’s rules or does not have a valid HALL TICKET will be automatically disqualified from the admissions process.

RULES TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE TEST CENTRES

• Inside the exam room, calculators and logarithmic tables are not permitted.

• For the preliminary work, a blank sheet will be provided.

• A pen or pencil must be brought by the candidate.

• Other personal items, such as a phone or a purse, are not permitted inside the exam room.

STEPS TO BE FOLLOWED IN DOWNLOADING THE HALL TICKET

• Visit the official website for more information.

• Use a valid registration number and password to log in.

• Click the “Download Hall Ticket” button.

• The instructions and the HALL TICKET can be downloaded.

ALLOTMENT OF TEST CENTRE

The test centres are assigned based on the preferences expressed by the candidates on the application form. He or she should select three options from which to choose. If the candidate selects Dubai as the centre, no further questions will be asked. The test is divided into two parts. Candidates can choose between afternoon and forenoon sessions. However, it is possible that it will change depending on the availability and number of candidates who prefer that center. If any test centers are canceled, the council will assign those candidates who preferred that center to the Pilani, Goa, or Hyderabad campuses test centers. In such cases, the candidates will be provided with reasonably priced housing on campus.

The HALL TICKET will include all pertinent information, such as the test center’s address, the session, and so on. The test centers are listed below, and the candidate can choose one of them to take the exam.

BITSAT 2024 Result

The test score will be displayed on the computer screen as soon as the candidate completes the exam. The total correct and incorrect answers, as well as the score, will be displayed on the screen. On the next day or the same day, the candidate can print his or her scorecard from the BITS admission website.

MERIT LIST FOR ADMISSION

• The candidate will have to apply for admission separately and pay the required fees only if he or she meets the eligibility requirements.

• The candidates’ merit list will be compiled based on their BITSAT scores. There will be two methods for compiling the merit list.

• One merit list will be prepared for the B.Pharm course, and another will be prepared for all other courses.

• If there is a tie between the candidates, the BITSAT 2024 math/biology score will be used. If the tie persists, the BITSAT 2024 Physics score will be considered. The chemistry grade will be taken into account further.

• The PCM/PCB marks in their 12th board exam will be the final tiebreaker.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

• The candidate will need to apply for admission by prioritising his or her course and campus preferences.

• When applying for admission, documents such as an attested photocopy of the X mark sheet and the 12th mark sheet must be uploaded.

• The candidate will be assigned seats based on the merit list that has been prepared.

• The waitlist will be created, and those on it will have to wait until the end of the admissions process to be able to enrol in their desired course at their preferred campus.

• On the official website, you can check the status.

• The candidate may be accepted into the university but remain on the waitlist until his or her desired course is available at the preferred campus.

• Candidates will be called for admission once they have accepted the seat that has been assigned to them. They will have to submit all required documents on time.

• To be placed on the waitlist, the candidate must pay the admission fees.

• The candidate will be called for registration on a specific day, and the student will be able to plan his own schedule.

BITSAT Cutoff

The cut-off mark is the minimum BITSAT score required for admission to BITS PILANI university for that course and campus. In the case of the BITSAT exam, the cut-off appears to be the least important factor because the candidates’ preferences will determine which course and institute they will be offered. As a result, the cut-off is determined by the demand for the course and the campus. In the event of a tie, they take the candidate’s 12th grade as well as section-by-section grades into account, so the candidate must be focused on that aspect. The BITSAT score cut-off for the year 2024 is as follows. Every year, the cut-off score varies. Because the course vacancy and campus are determined during the counselling process.

The final BITSAT score cut-offs to various degree programmes in the Academic Year (AY) 2023-2024 admission session are as below.

Please note that the actual cut-off score for a programme also has further condition of breaking the bracketing rule (i.e., considering the PCM scores) if there are more candidates at a particular BITSAT score than seats available.