BITS Design School concludes its single-round B.Des (Hons) 2026 application window tomorrow, February 1. Eligible candidates must register now to participate in the BITSDAT 2026 entrance exam and subsequent portfolio interview rounds.

The admission cycle for the prestigious Bachelor of Design (B.Des) Honours program at BITS Design School (BITSDES) has reached its final countdown. As of today, January 31, 2026, the registration window is just 24 hours away from closure. Located at the Mumbai campus under the aegis of BITS Pilani, the institute has reiterated that it operates on a single-round application model. This means that tomorrow, February 1, is the absolute final deadline for aspirants to submit their forms, as no fresh enrolments will be entertained during the subsequent score upload or interview windows.

Final Call for Online Registration and Eligibility

With the registration portal set to close tomorrow, students from Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams are making their final submissions. The program is designed for those who have a transdisciplinary interest in blending human-centric design with technology and business strategy.

• Academic Requirement: Candidates must have passed or be appearing for their 10+2 (or equivalent) exams with a minimum aggregate of 45%.
• Mandatory Portal Submission: Only those who complete the application by the February 1 deadline will be eligible to upload their entrance exam scores later in April.
• Entrance Pathways: Applicants must have appeared for or be registered for at least one of three recognized tests: NID-DAT Prelims, UCEED, or the school's own BITSDAT.
• Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹2,500 is required to formalize the registration and secure a spot in the evaluation cycle.

BITSDAT 2026 Exam Schedule and Evaluation

For candidates who do not possess a NID or UCEED score, the BITS Design Aptitude Test (BITSDAT) remains the primary gateway. This one-hour online application of logical reasoning and visual sensitivity is scheduled for late March, serving as the first filter for the high-demand design seats.

The BITSDAT design focuses on assessing the innate aptitude of the student rather than prior subject knowledge. Following the test, the registration data is used to shortlist candidates for the holistic portfolio review and personal interaction rounds.

Specialized Pathways and Residential Learning

The 2026 cohort at BITSDES will have the opportunity to specialize in five future-ready streams. These pathways are integrated into a four-year residential application of learning that emphasizes industry-readiness and creative leadership.

• Digital Product Design (UX/UI): Focuses on the aesthetic and behavioral qualities of digital interfaces and touchpoints.
• Physical Product Design: Covers the aesthetics, branding, and feasibility of consumer electronics and furniture design.
• Experience Design: Teaches students to map and optimize entire customer journeys across retail, healthcare, and public services.
• Design Research & Insights: Emphasizes socio-cultural research to solve complex problems for NGOs and consulting firms.
• Visual Design: Involves creating visual identities across print media, 3D visualizations, and digital assets.

Conclusion

The closure of the BITS Design School registration window tomorrow marks the end of the enrolment phase for the 2026 academic session. As the portal enters its final hours, aspirants are advised to double-check their academic records and ensure that their entrance exam preferences are correctly marked. With the design industry increasingly seeking transdisciplinary talent, securing a place in this application cycle is a vital step for any student aiming for a high-growth creative career. After tomorrow’s deadline, the focus will shift entirely to the BITSDAT entrance test and the creative portfolio evaluations.