The BITSAT 2026 application process is currently live on the official BITS admission portal.Aspirants looking to join B.E. or M.Sc. programs at the Pilani, Goa, or Hyderabad campusesmust submit their forms by the March 16 deadline. The first session of the computer-basedtest is scheduled for mid-April, and early registration is advised for slot preferences.

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, is currently hosting the enrollment window for the BITSAT 2026. Since the portal opened in mid-December, there has been a significant surge in traffic from students across the country aiming for a seat in one of the prestigious campuses. With the first session of the entrance test set for April 15–17, engineering aspirants are closely tracking the official portal for any updates regarding center allotments and slot booking procedures.

Key Deadlines and Session Structure

The BITSAT 2026 is being conducted in two distinct sessions to provide candidates with more flexibility and a chance to improve their scores. The current enrollment period, which ends on March 16, allows students to apply for either Session 1, Session 2, or both. Those who choose to appear in both sessions will have their higher score considered for the final merit list. This "best-of-two" policy has made the dual-session registration a popular choice among this year’s applicants.

• Session 1 Registration Deadline: March 16, 2026 (by 5:00 PM).
• Session 2 Exclusive Window: April 20 to May 2, 2026 (for those who did not apply earlier).
• Correction Window: Slated for March 18–20, 2026, allowing minor edits to submitted forms.
• Result Declaration: Scorecards for Session 1 are typically available on the portal shortly after the exam window concludes.

Revised Eligibility and Academic Requirements

For the 2026 academic year, BITS Pilani has clarified certain eligibility criteria to ensure a standard quality of intake. Candidates must have secured a minimum of 75% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in their Class 12 exams, with at least 60% in each individual subject. A notable change this year is the removal of the clause that allowed students who retook the entire set of Class 12 subjects to be eligible, making current first-time appearance students the primary focus of the eligibility rules.

• Mandatory Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology (for B.Pharm).
• Year of Passing: Only those passing in 2025 or appearing in 2026 are qualified to apply.
• Direct Admission: Board toppers from recognized central and state boards remain eligible for direct admission without taking the BITSAT, provided they meet the basic criteria.
• Board Criteria: Students must ensure their board results are declared by the specified admission deadline in June.

Examination Pattern and Fee Details

The BITSAT remains a fully computer-based test (CBT) consisting of 130 questions to be answered in three hours. The portal provides a detailed breakdown of the sections, which include English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning alongside the core science subjects. The application fee has seen a minor increase this year, reflecting the administrative costs of maintaining high-security test centers across India and Dubai.

Conclusion

As the January deadline for many other national entrance tests passes, the focus of the engineering community has shifted heavily toward the BITSAT. The institute's commitment to a merit-based admission process continues to attract over three lakh applicants annually. Students are encouraged to finalize their paperwork and select their preferred test cities on the official portal as soon as possible to avoid the last-minute rush and potential technical glitches.

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