(Posted 06-JUN-2026) First Degree (B.E.,M.Sc. & B.Pharm.) Preference Form through BITSAT-2026 Edit Window has been scheduled during 09-JUN-2026 to 10-JUN-2026. The revised dates for the Edit Window has been updated in the timeline section on the website.
We request all candidates to complete and submit their edited Preference Form (if any) within the stipulated deadline.

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How to Join BITS Pilani's First Degree Programmes (B.E., M.Sc. & B.Pharm.)

Admission to BITS Pilani's First Degree Programmes (B.E., M.Sc. & B.Pharm.) is available through primarily following distinct pathways.

BITSAT Exam

Through BITS Admission Test (BITSAT)

The BITS Admission Test (BITSAT) is a highly competitive exam for admission into B.E., M.Sc., and B.Pharm Programmes at BITS Pilani. Additionally, it serves as a pathway for entry into the BITS-RMIT, BITS-UB, BITS-ISU, BITS-CSP and BITS-RPI 2+2 Programmes. Scroll down to learn more.

Direct Admission for Board Toppers

Direct Admission for Board Toppers scheme

This admission pathway is exclusively available to students who are board-toppers in their respective state or central boards, provided they meet the required eligibility criteria. Click to know more.
International Student Admission

International Student Admission (ISA) Scheme

International applicants (non-Indian passport holders) are admitted based on their SAT scores through the ISA Scheme. Click to know more.

BITS 2+2 International Collaborative Programmes' Admissions

How the BITS 2+2 Program Works: BITS Pilani has partnered with five prestigious universities for its 4-year B.E. programs: RMIT University in Australia, the University at Buffalo in the USA, Iowa State University in the USA, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA and Centrale Superlac Paris, France. Through these 2+2 programs, students complete the first two years of their studies at BITS Pilani and the final two years at the respective partner university abroad, provided they meet the partner university's eligibility criteria. Upon graduation, students earn dual engineering degrees, one from BITS Pilani and one from the partner university.

RMIT University, Australia

RMIT University, Australia

BITS Pilani has partnered with RMIT University, Australia, to establish the BITS-RMIT Higher Education Academy. This academy offers 2+2 collaborative degree programs in five engineering disciplines: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics (EEE), Electronics and Communication (ECE), and Computer Science (CS). Click here for more information.

University at Buffalo (UB), USA

BITS Pilani has collaborated with the University at Buffalo, also known as The State University of New York, to offer students an exceptional opportunity to pursue unique 2+ 2 international academic programs in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), and Computer Science (CS). Click here for more information.

University at Buffalo
Iowa State University

Iowa State University, USA

BITS Pilani has partnered with Iowa State University, Ames, to provide students with an exceptional opportunity to pursue unique 2+2 international collaborative academic programs in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), and Computer Science (CS). Click here for more information.

Centrale Superlac Paris, France

BITS Pilani has collaborated with the Centrale Superlac Paris, France, to offer students an exceptional opportunity to pursue unique 2+2 joint international academic programs in Computer Science. Click here for more information.

Centrale Superlac Paris, France
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), USA

BITS Pilani has partnered with Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA. This academy offers 2+2 joint collaborative degree programs in two engineering disciplines: Mechanical, and Electrical and Electronics. Click here for more information.

Five-Year (3+2) Intercampus Degree Programme: B.E. with PCM input (in Pilani/Hyderabad/Goa Campuses) and MBA (BITSOM Campus)

Meritorious and high-performing students enrolled in the B.E. programmes with PCM input at BITS Pilani STEM campuses of India will have the opportunity to pursue an inter-campus 3+2 degree programme, combining a B.E. degree at a BITS STEM campus in India with an MBA degree at BITSOM, Mumbai.

BITSOM, Mumbai

BITSOM Campus, Mumbai

The 3+2 Inter-campus Vertical Transfer Programme aims to nurture the next generation of technology-enabled business leaders by combining a rigorous engineering foundation with a top-tier management education. This unique offering integrates a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) programme from BITS Pilani (STEM campuses in India) with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from programme BITSOM, Mumbai completed over a span of five years. Click here for FAQs.

Important Dates for First Degrees

Start of BITSAT-2026 Application

The application process for BITSAT-2026 begins.

Deadline to apply online for BITSAT-2026 for Session-1 or Both the sessions

The last date to submit applications for BITSAT-2026 for Session-1 or Both the sessions.

Edit window

Revision/editing (online) in the application form by candidates.

Test city allotment

Test city allotment and announcement to candidates.

Test date and slot booking

Candidates to reserve Test date and slot$.

Hall ticket download

Candidates to download Hall tickets with instructions (for Session-1).

BITSAT-2026 Session-1 exam

BITSAT-2026 Online Test Session-1 *.

Session-2 application starts

The application window to apply for BITSAT-2026 Session-2 only.

Edit window

Revision/editing (online) in the application form by candidates.

Test city allotment

Test city allotment and announcement to candidates.

Test date and slot booking

Candidates to reserve Test date and slot$.

Hall ticket download

Candidates to download Hall tickets with instructions (for Session-2).

BITSAT-2026 Session-2 exam

BITSAT-2026 Online Test Session-2 *.

Apply for Admission (Preference form)

Apply for admission with 12th Marks and Preferences of Programmes#.

Edit window (Preference form)

Editing of Marks/Preferences in Application form.

Iteration-I Announcement

Admit list and Waitlist announcement after Iteration-I.

Iteration-I fee payment deadline

Deadline for accepting the offer along with payment of fee/advance Fees.

Iteration-II Announcement

Admit list and Waitlist announcement after Iteration-II.

Iteration-II fee payment deadline

Deadline for accepting the offer along with payment of fee/advance Fees.

Withdrawal window-1

Deadline for candidates who wish to withdraw their admission to submit a withdrawal request online using required credentials.

Iteration-III Announcement

Admit list and Waitlist announcement after Iteration-III.

Iteration-III fee payment deadline

Deadline for accepting the offer along with payment of fee/advance Fees.

Withdrawal window-2

Deadline for candidates who wish to withdraw their admission to submit a withdrawal request online using required credentials.

Iteration-IV Announcement

Announcement of admission assignment after Iteration-IV

Iteration-IV fee payment deadline

Deadline for accepting the offer along with payment of fee/advance Fees.

Reporting to the respective campuses

Reporting of candidates selected for admission in Iterations-I, II, III and IV at their respective campuses.

Admissions-related formalities

Admissions-related formalities (document verification, biometric data collection, photo capture for ID cards), followed by interaction with senior faculty members (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM).

Interaction of parents with the Vice-Chancellor and respective Directors

Interaction of parents with the Vice-Chancellor and respective Directors (including a session on Life at BITS) for those whose wards have reported and completed admission formalities. Detailed information will be shared by the respective campus.

Fresh-students Orientation-I

Fresh-students Orientation-I (who have reported and completed their Admission formalities on July 30, 2026, at respective Campuses). Detailed information will be provided by the Associate Dean SWD of respective Campus.

First Semester begins

First Semester begins.

Registration into the courses

Registration for all students at the respective Campuses.

Iteration-V Announcement

Announcement of admission assignment after Iteration-V

Class work begins

Class work begins

Iteration-V fee payment deadline

Deadline for payment of balance fees by candidates selected for admission from the waiting list in Iteration-V.

Reporting to the respective campuses

Reporting of candidates selected for admission in Iterations-V at their respective campuses.

Iteration-VI Announcement

Announcement of admission assignment after Iteration-VI

Iteration-VI fee payment deadline

Deadline for payment of balance fees by candidates selected for admission from the waiting list in Iteration-VI.

Reporting to the respective campuses

Reporting of candidates selected for admission in Iterations-VI at their respective campuses.

Iteration-VII Announcement (if required)

Announcement of admission assignment after Iteration-VII (if required)

Iteration-VII fee payment deadline (if required)

Deadline for payment of balance fees by candidates selected for admission from the waiting list in Iteration-VII (if required).

Reporting to the respective campuses

Reporting of candidates selected for admission in Iterations-VII (if required) at their respective campuses.



# Please note that these dates are tentative and might be changed if the situation warrants it. However, changes in dates (if any) shall be notified through the website well in advance. All information and communications regarding BITSAT-2026 and Admission to BITS shall be made available to the candidates on the BITS admission website https://admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in/. Candidates are advised to check this website regularly for all related information on BITSAT and admissions to BITS.

* Dates and No. of days may vary from center to center (These dates are tentative).

$ If the candidate does not book the test slot and date during the mentioned period then the system automatically allocates the test date and slot as per the preferences and available dates and slots.

First Degree programmes offered in Pilani, K K Birla Goa and Hyderabad campuses of BITS, Pilani

BITS Pilani
Programme Pilani Campus K K Birla Goa Campus Hyderabad Campus Dubai Campus*
B.E. Chemical ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Civil ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Electrical & Electronics ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Mechanical ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Computer Science ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Electronics and Instrumentation ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Biotechnology ✔
B.E. Electronics & Communication ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Manufacturing Engg. ✔
B.E. Mathematics and Computing ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Electronics and Computer Engg. ✔ ✔
B.E. Architectural & Urban Engineering ✔
B.E. Biotechnology with specialization in Applied Molecular Biology ✔
B.E. Chemical with specialization in Energy, Environment & Sustainability ✔
B.E. Mechanical with specialization in Aerospace ✔
B.E. Environmental and Sustainability Engg. ✔ ✔ ✔
B.E. Pharmaceutical Engg. ✔ ✔
B.E. Robotics & Industrial Automation ✔
B. Pharm. ✔ ✔
M.Sc. Biological Sciences ✔ ✔ ✔
M.Sc. Chemistry ✔ ✔ ✔
M.Sc. Economics ✔ ✔ ✔
M.Sc. Mathematics ✔ ✔ ✔
M.Sc. Physics ✔ ✔ ✔
M.Sc. General Studies ✔
M.Sc. Semiconductor and Nanoscience ✔ ✔ ✔
Bachelor of Business Administration- BBA(Hons.) ✔

* Admission at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus is described under the section 'Admission Modality'.

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