At a glance
- Conducting body
- BITS Pilani
- Eligibility
- Class 12 Pass with PCM, minimum 75% aggregate marks in PCM with at least 60% in each
- Application period
- January - April
- Exam month
- May & June (Session 1 & 2)
- Mode
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Seats
- ~3,000 across Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses
- Negative marking
- Yes (-1 for incorrect, +3 for correct)
- Expected cutoff
- BITS Pilani CS Branch: Score above 320/390
Dates, modes and cutoffs are based on previous years. Always check the official website for the latest notice.
Important dates
| Application start | January |
| Session 1 Exam | Late May |
| Session 2 Exam | Mid June |
Preparation tips
- This exam tests speed and accuracy. Practice completing 130 questions in 3 hours.
- Do not ignore the English and Logical Reasoning sections (worth 75 marks).
- Target 'Bonus Questions' by finishing the paper early.
Recommended books
- Comprehensive Guide to BITSAT by Disha Publications
- BITSAT Prep Guide by Arihant
Visit the official BITSAT website