Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
Speed and accuracy based entrance exam for admission into B.E., B.Pharm, and M.Sc Integrated degrees across BITS Pilani (Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses). Features 130 core questions plus 12 unique bonus questions for candidates who finish early.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 390 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I: Physics | 30 Questions | 90 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
| Part II: Chemistry | 30 Questions | 90 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
| Part III: English Proficiency & Logical Reasoning | 10 English + 20 Logic = 30 Qs | 90 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
| Part IV: Mathematics | 40 Questions | 120 Marks | 3 Hours (Integrated) |
| Bonus Questions (Optional) | 12 Extra Questions (Only if all 130 attempted) | 36 Marks | Within 180 Mins |
+3 for Correct Answer, -1 for Incorrect Answer, 0 for Unattempted. Total 390 core marks (+36 bonus marks possible).
Negative Marking Rule: -1 mark for every wrong answer
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
BITS Pilani Computer Science typically requires 320-335+ out of 390. Electronics & Communication (ECE) requires 285-300+.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
What are BITSAT bonus questions?
If a candidate answers all 130 questions before the 3 hours expire (without skipping any), they can unlock 12 additional bonus questions (3 Physics, 3 Chemistry, 3 Math, 3 English/Logic) for an extra 36 marks.
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