BITSAT 2026 — Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) — syllabus, preparation strategy, cutoffs, important dates, and a free study plan. Conducted by BITS Pilani.
Eligibility
Quick check: can you appear for BITSAT 2026?
Class 12 passed or appearing with PCM/PCB. Minimum 75% aggregate in Class 12.
BITSAT exam pattern 2026
Know exactly what you’re walking into on exam day.
- Mode
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Total marks
- 390
- Subjects
- 5
- Question types
- MCQ — 3 marks for correct, −1 for wrong. Bonus questions if finished early.
- Negative marking
- −1 for wrong answers
Sections
Subjects covered in BITSAT
These are the subjects BITSAT tests. Tap any to jump to chapter-wise notes.
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics/Biology
- English Proficiency
- Logical Reasoning
BITSAT important dates 2026
| Event | Expected date |
|---|---|
| Registration | January 2026 |
| Exam (Session 1) | April 2026 |
| Exam (Session 2) | May 2026 |
| Iterations & Admission | June–August 2026 |
Dates are based on previous year patterns and may change. Check the official BITS Pilani website for confirmed dates.
BITSAT cutoff & expected scores
| Category / College | Expected cutoff |
|---|---|
| BITS Pilani (CSE) | 340+ |
| BITS Goa (CSE) | 310+ |
| BITS Hyderabad (CSE) | 290+ |
Cutoffs are approximate and based on previous year trends. Actual cutoffs may vary.
Top colleges accepting BITSAT
Closing rank from last year's counselling round. Use as a reference, not a guarantee.
- 1
BITS Pilani
- 2
BITS Goa
- 3
BITS Hyderabad
Roadmap
How to prepare for BITSAT 2026 — 6-step plan
- 1
Map the syllabus
Print the full syllabus and rate yourself 1–5 on every chapter before you start.
- 2
Build a 6-month plan
Front-load Class 11 chapters in months 1–3 and Class 12 in months 4–6. Reserve the last month for revision.
- 3
NCERT first, then advanced
Finish NCERT cover-to-cover before jumping to advanced books, coaching modules, or HC Verma.
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- 4
Mock tests every weekend
Take a full-length mock every Saturday from month 3 onwards. Analyse — don’t just attempt.
- 5
Spaced revision
Revisit each chapter at days 1, 7, 21 and 60. Use a one-pager formula sheet per chapter.
- 6
Fix weak chapters
In the final 6 weeks, focus 60% of your time on your bottom-5 chapters. That’s where the biggest score gains live.
Free resources
Study resources for BITSAT
Subjects
BITSAT Syllabus
Subject-wise topics and weightage
BITSAT Revision Notes
Key formulas, concepts, and quick revision
BITSAT Important Topics
High-weightage topics from PYQ analysis
BITSAT Practice Questions
Subject-wise MCQs to test your prep
BITSAT Study Plan
Month-wise preparation strategy
BITSAT Formula Sheet
All formulas organised by subject
Frequently asked
BITSAT FAQs
Quick answers to the questions we hear most often.
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