BITSAT 2026 Admit Card Released for Session 1: Download Hall Tickets
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, has officially released the BITSAT 2026 Admit Card for Session 1 today, April 10, 2026. Engineering aspirants who have completed their slot booking process can now download their hall tickets from the official admission portal.
The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination center and contains vital information, including the test date, shift timing, and the specific venue address for the BITS Pilani, Goa, or Hyderabad campuses, as well as other national centers.
BITSAT 2026 Session 1: Important Dates & Schedule
Aspirants should ensure they are aware of the timeline for the upcoming examination cycle:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Release (Session 1) | April 10, 2026 |
| BITSAT 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates | May 19 – May 24, 2026 |
| Session 2 Application Window | May 22 – June 10, 2026 |
| BITSAT 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates | June 22 – June 26, 2026 |
The exam is conducted in two shifts:
Morning Shift: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Step-by-Step Guide to Download BITSAT Hall Ticket
To download your admit card, follow these steps on the BITS admission portal:
Visit the official website: [suspicious link removed].
Click on the link titled "Download BITSAT-2026 Session-1 Admit Card".
Enter your Application Number and Password.
Verify the captcha and click "Proceed".
Download the PDF and take a clear printout (preferably in color).
BITSAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
Identity Verification: Along with the printed admit card, candidates must carry a valid Original Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Passport, or PAN Card).
Self-Declaration: Ensure the self-declaration regarding health and conduct, if printed on the admit card, is filled but signed only in the presence of the invigilator.
Prohibited Items: No electronic devices, calculators, or logarithmic tables are allowed. A simple transparent ballpoint pen is permitted.
Scoring System: BITSAT follows a unique marking scheme. Each correct answer earns +3 marks, while each incorrect answer results in a -1 mark deduction.
The "Bonus Questions" Feature
BITSAT is known for its "Bonus Questions" system. If a candidate completes all 130 questions before the 3-hour limit, they can attempt 12 additional bonus questions (4 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics). Note that once you opt for bonus questions, you cannot go back and edit the original 130 responses.
For regular updates on the score reporting and the iteration-wise allotment for Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses, follow Only Education News.
For a detailed list of engineering specializations at BITS or to check the previous year's branch-wise cutoffs, visit the Only Education Engineering Exams List or explore the Engineering Course List.