No Official BITSAT 2026 Dates Yet — Updates Live, Students Told to Track Portal for Notification

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, is yet to release the official notification and schedule for the BITSAT 2026 (BITS Admission Test). While the application process is historically expected to begin in January 2026, students are strongly advised to constantly monitor the official admissions portal, [suspicious link removed], for the immediate release of the brochure and exact dates for the two-session exam.

Aspirants aiming for admission into the prestigious integrated first-degree programmes at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) campuses (Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad) are currently in a holding pattern. The institute is maintaining suspense, having not yet published the official schedule and dates for BITSAT 2026.

The official BITS admissions website, [suspicious link removed], has been updated with a notice confirming that the admission notification for the Academic Year 2026-27 will be available soon. This suggests that the administration is in the final phase of logistics and planning. Candidates are advised to channel their focus entirely into preparation while maintaining a strict vigilance on the official web portal for the imminent announcement.

I. Anticipated Timeline based on Historical Trends

While the official dates are pending, a look at the historical schedule for BITSAT, which conducts the exam in two sessions, provides a clear expectation for the upcoming events:

II. Key Components Awaiting Confirmation

The official BITSAT 2026 brochure, expected in January, will contain the final, non-negotiable details on several critical aspects:

• Final Eligibility Criteria: Confirmation of the mandatory minimum 75% aggregate in PCM/PCB subjects and the requirement of a minimum 60% in each subject individually in the Class 12 examination.
• Application Fees: The final structure of the application fee for male and female candidates for Session 1, Session 2, and both sessions combined.
• Exam Pattern & Syllabus: While the pattern usually remains stable (130 questions, 3 hours, negative marking), the official document confirms the weightage of subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency, and Logical Reasoning.
• Slot Booking Details: The exact process and window for candidates to reserve their preferred test date and time slot for the CBT, which is a crucial step unique to the BITSAT process.

Crucial Update: BITSAT is a highly competitive, speed-oriented exam that awards 3 marks for every correct answer and deducts 1 mark for every incorrect answer. Preparation should already be in full swing, regardless of the official date release.

III. Recommended Action for Aspirants

With the official announcement pending, aspirants must take immediate proactive steps to prepare for the application and the examination:

• Constant Website Monitoring: The only trustworthy source for BITSAT dates is the official portal: [suspicious link removed]. Candidates should check this site daily and ignore unverified news from external sources.
• Document Preparation: Ensure all necessary documents, including Class 10 mark sheets (for DOB proof) and scanned images of photos and signatures, are ready in the prescribed format to facilitate a swift application upon release.
• Syllabus Adherence: Continue rigorous preparation based on the established NCERT syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, which forms the core of the BITSAT exam. High proficiency in English and Logical Reasoning must also be developed now, as these sections contribute significantly to the total score of 390 marks.

Aspirants must now focus on achieving speed and accuracy in their preparation, ready to register immediately when the BITSAT 2026 application process is formally initiated in January.

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