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BITSAT 2027: Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Eligibility
BITS Admission Test · conducted by Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani
BITSAT is the computer-based entrance test for B.E., B.Pharm and M.Sc integrated programmes at BITS Pilani’s Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad campuses. It has 130 questions in 3 hours — Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency, Logical Reasoning and Mathematics (or Biology for B.Pharm) — marked +3 for a correct answer and −1 for a wrong one, for 390 marks. Candidates who finish all 130 questions in time can attempt 12 bonus questions.
When is BITSAT?
BITSAT is offered in two sessions, usually in April and May. You can take either or both; the better score counts.
BITSAT at a glance
- Conducted by
- BITS Pilani
- Mode
- Computer-based test, English only
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Questions
- 130 (plus 12 optional bonus questions)
- Total marks
- 390
- Marking
- +3 correct, −1 wrong
- Sessions
- Two a year (usually April and May)
- Campuses
- Pilani, K K Birla Goa and Hyderabad
BITSAT exam pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Physics | 30 | 90 |
| II | Chemistry | 30 | 90 |
| III (a) | English Proficiency | 10 | 30 |
| III (b) | Logical Reasoning | 20 | 60 |
| IV | Mathematics (or Biology for B.Pharm) | 40 | 120 |
| Total | 130 | 390 |
- There is no sectional time limit — you can move between sections freely.
- If you answer all 130 questions before time runs out, you may attempt 12 extra questions; once you opt in, all 12 count with the same marking.
BITSAT syllabus
Physics
- Units and measurements
- Kinematics
- Laws of motion
- Work, energy and power
- Rotational motion
- Gravitation
- Properties of solids and liquids
- Thermodynamics
- Kinetic theory of gases
- Oscillations and waves
- Electrostatics
- Current electricity
- Magnetic effects of current and magnetism
- Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents
- Electromagnetic waves
- Optics
- Dual nature of matter and radiation
- Atoms and nuclei
- Electronic devices
- Experimental skills
Chemistry
- Some basic concepts of chemistry
- Atomic structure
- Chemical bonding and molecular structure
- Chemical thermodynamics
- Solutions
- Equilibrium
- Redox reactions and electrochemistry
- Chemical kinetics
- Classification of elements and periodicity
- p-block elements
- d- and f-block elements
- Coordination compounds
- Purification and characterisation of organic compounds
- Basic principles of organic chemistry
- Hydrocarbons
- Organic compounds containing halogens, oxygen and nitrogen
- Biomolecules
- Principles of practical chemistry
Mathematics
- Sets, relations and functions
- Complex numbers and quadratic equations
- Matrices and determinants
- Permutations and combinations
- Binomial theorem
- Sequences and series
- Limits, continuity and differentiability
- Integral calculus
- Differential equations
- Coordinate geometry
- Three-dimensional geometry
- Vector algebra
- Statistics and probability
- Trigonometry
English Proficiency
- Grammar and usage
- Vocabulary
- Reading comprehension
- Composition
Logical Reasoning
- Verbal reasoning: analogies, classification, series, logical deduction
- Non-verbal reasoning: patterns, figure series, mirror and paper-folding problems
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics follow the NCERT Class 11–12 syllabus. B.Pharm candidates take Biology instead of Mathematics.
BITSAT eligibility
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (Biology instead of Mathematics for B.Pharm).
- At least 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (or Biology), with at least 60% in each subject.
- Adequate proficiency in English.
- Toppers of central and state boards get direct admission, subject to the rules in the brochure.
How to prepare for BITSAT
- 1Speed matters: 130 questions in 180 minutes is under 1.4 minutes per question, so practise full-length timed mocks.
- 2Don’t neglect English and Logical Reasoning — 30 quick questions worth 90 marks.
- 3Aim to finish early enough to unlock the bonus questions, but only opt in if you can answer them accurately.
- 4NCERT-level fluency is the base; BITSAT rewards fast, direct application more than very long problems.
BITSAT FAQs
Is there negative marking in BITSAT?
Yes. Each correct answer gets +3 and each wrong answer −1. Unanswered questions get 0.
What are BITSAT bonus questions?
If you answer all 130 questions before the 3 hours are up, you can choose to attempt 12 extra questions. Once you opt in, all 12 must be answered and they are marked the same way (+3/−1).
What marks do I need in Class 12 for BITSAT?
At least 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (or Biology for B.Pharm), and at least 60% in each of those subjects.
How many times can I take BITSAT?
BITSAT has two sessions a year; you can take one or both, and your better score is considered.
Which campuses admit through BITSAT?
BITS Pilani’s three Indian campuses — Pilani, K K Birla Goa and Hyderabad.
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GyanBook India is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with the body that conducts BITSAT. These details were checked against official sources on 13 October 2026. Exam dates, eligibility rules and patterns can change — always confirm them on the official website (bitsadmission.com) before you apply.