BITS HD 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to April 25 — Don't Miss Your Last Chance
Published 23 Apr 20263 min read638 Views
If you've been putting off your BITS Higher Degree application, consider this your final nudge. BITS Pilani has officially extended the BITS HD 2026 registration deadline to April 25, 2026, by 5:00 PM. That's barely any time left — so if a Master's degree from one of India's most prestigious institutions is on your radar, now is the moment to act.
The extension covers admissions to Master of Engineering (M.E.) and Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) programmes across BITS Pilani's three campuses — Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.
When Is the Actual Exam?
Once you've submitted your application, mark these dates in your calendar:
Event | Date |
| Registration Deadline | April 25, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Edit/Correction Window | April 27–29, 2026 |
| Test Centre Allotment | May 18, 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Download | May 21, 2026 |
| BITS HD Online Entrance Exam | May 25–26, 2026 |
| Iteration-2 Admission Announcement | June 8, 2026 |
| Student Reporting Date | July 30, 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | August 3, 2026 |
How Can You Apply?
Head over to the official portal at pdc.edvertek.com and follow these steps:
- Register using your valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in your personal and educational details
- Select your preferred test centres and programme choices
- Upload documents — degree certificates, mark sheets, GATE/GPAT scores if applicable
- Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card, or net banking
And don't forget — there's an edit window from April 27 to 29, so if you make a mistake, you'll get a chance to correct it.
Which Route Can You Take for Admission?
BITS HD 2026 gives you flexibility in how you apply. You can seek admission through:
- GATE scores (for M.E.) or GPAT scores (for M.Pharm)
- The BITS HD entrance test on May 25–26
- A combination of both
Candidates with valid GATE/GPAT scores will receive admission offers in Iteration-1 by June 4, 2026, while BITS HD test takers will hear back in Iteration-2 by June 8, 2026.
What Are the Eligibility Requirements?
The minimum requirement is straightforward — a B.E. or B.Pharm degree with at least 60% marks. Make sure you also check the programme-specific criteria in the official brochure before applying.
One Important Warning
BITS Pilani has issued a public advisory cautioning applicants about fraudulent admission emails doing the rounds. Rely only on official communications through pdc.edvertek.com and keep your login credentials safe.
The deadline is April 25. Your future self will thank you for not waiting till the last minute.
Apply now at pdc.edvertek.com — before the window closes.