BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test) or BITS Admission Test is a computer-based national-level entrance exam organised by BITS Pilani once in a year. BITSAT lays a foundation for entrance to engineering degree programs for undergraduates or Integrated First Degree Programs offered at BITS campuses in Pilani, Hyderabad and Goa. These programs are government-approved, certified by the University Grants Commission (UGC), All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and other authoritative bodies.
BITSAT is one of the highly-competitive engineering entrance tests & has been taking place since 2005 to examine the expertise of students in the fields of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, English and Logical Reasoning.
BITSAT 2021 is a university level entrance exam that will be conducted by Birla Institute of Technology & Science to offer admission into different Integrated First Degree Programmes and B.E, B.Pharma. & M.Sc. courses taught at the BITS campuses nestled in Pilani, Goa, & Hyderabad.
BITSAT 2021: Key Takeaways
Exam Name |
Birla Institute of Technology & Science Admission Test |
Frequency of conduct |
Once a year |
Examination Mode |
Online |
Examination Duration |
3 hours |
Accepting Colleges |
6 colleges |
Official Website |
https://www.bitsadmission.com |
BITSAT 2021: Sections and Marking Scheme
BITSAT 2021 will offer a choice to aspirants to opt for Exam Center, Day and exam slot among the two slots available. The exam paper of BITSAT 2021 will consist of four parts - Part I – Physics, Part II – Chemistry, Part III – Maths/Biology, Part VI – English Proficiency & LR and will carry 150 MCQs in total. Each right answer will fetch you 3 marks whereas each wrong will snatch 1 mark due to negative marking concept in BITSAT.
BITSAT 2021 Eligibility criteria
Basic eligibility
- Minimum of aggregate 75% score in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology in class 12th.
- Minimum of 60% marks individually in each subject.
For B.E. (Hons.), M.Sc. (Hons.) & M.Sc. (Tech.)
- Cass 12th qualification from a recognized Central or State Board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as main subjects.
- Minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
For B. Pharm (Hons.) Programs
- Class 12th qualification from a recognized Central or State Board with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as main subjects
- Minimum of aggregate 75% score in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Age Limit
- Class 12th qualification in the year 2021 or 2019 from a recognized Central or State Board.
BITSAT 2021: Syllabus
Subjects |
Topics |
Physics |
Mechanical Properties, Current Electricity, Dual Nature of Matter & Radiation, Magnetism & Moving Charges, Rigid Body Dynamics, Gravitation, Kinematics, Work, Energy and Power |
Chemistry |
P-Block Elements, Hydrogen and the s-Block Element, Coordination Compounds, Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry, States of Matter, Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alkenes and Alkynes, Chemical Bonding |
English |
Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Composition |
Logical Reasoning |
Analogy, Classification, Logical Deduction, Series completion, Pattern perception, paper cutting, Rule detection, Figure matrix |
Mathematics |
Complex no., Quadratic equation, Matrices & determinants, Trigonometry, Probability, Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus, Differential Equation |
BITSAT 2021 Important Dates
BITSAT 2021 Events |
Dates (Tentative) |
Release of BITSAT 2021 Application Form |
3rd week of December 2020 |
Last date for application form submission |
2nd week of March 2021 |
Application correction window |
2nd to 3rd week of March 2021 |
Allotment of Exam center |
4th week of March 2021 |
Slot booking process |
4th week of March to 1st week of April 2021 |
Issuance of Admit Card |
2nd week of April to 2nd week of May 2021 |
BITSAT 2021 Exam |
3rd to 4th week of May 2021 |
Admission process |
1st to 3rd week of June 2021 |
Release of Admit list & Waiting List |
3rd week of June 2021 |
BITSAT 2021 Admission Process
BITSAT 2021 Admission Process can be understood through the below-mentioned five steps:
Step 1: BITSAT 2021 Application Form Filling
- BITSAT 2021 application form will have to be filled online on their official website - bitsadmission.com
- Payment of Application fee of INR 3300 and INR 2800 for males and females, respectively, for the BITSAT 2021 Exam to complete the application process.
- Selection of three most preferred Test cities to take the BITSAT 2021 exam.
Step 2: BITSAT 2021 Slot Booking
- Allotment of a Test Center i.e. one of the three chosen test cities by the candidate in the application form.
- BITSAT 2021 slot booking from two slots - Morning slot or Evening slot, by the candidate on the official website of BITSAT.
Step 3: BITSAT 2021 Admit Card Download
- The download of BITSAT 2021 Admit Card- an imperative document to appear for BITSAT 2021.
- Admit cards are downloadable from the official website by the candidates who successfully book their slot for the test.
Step 4:Take BITSAT 2021 Test
Appearing for the BITSAT 2021 Test after ironing out question papers of preceding years, taking mock tests and checking the BITSAT 2021 Exam Pattern.
Step 5: BITSAT 2021 Result
- BITSAT Result will be announced on the official website of the BITSAT 2021 Exam by BITS Pilani.
- BITSAT website will also display the admit list alongside a waitlist.
BITSAT 2021: Application Form
BITSAT 2021 Application Forms are likely to be released in the third week of December, 2021. Application forms for BITSAT 2021 will be downloadable from the official website and will have to be submitted online. The forms seek the academic records along with personal details and the scanned copies of some important documents which need to be submitted online. Documents which should be uploaded in the application form are as follows:
- Applicant’s recent & coloured passport size photo in .jpg file format.
- Applicant’s signature in .jpg file format.
- Academic records, degree and diploma certificate.
- Category certificates like Sc / St / OBC NCL in .pdf file format
- Gazette notification, marriage certificate or page of passport in .pdf file format (in case of name change).
BITSAT 2021: Application Fee
- Candidates will be able to pay the application fee via online or offline mode.
- Online payment of the application fee can be done using credit card, debit card, or net banking.
Application fee for various category candidate will be as given below:
Category |
Fee |
For Male Applicants |
INR 3150/- |
For Female Applicants |
INR 2650/- |
For applicants opting Dubai |
INR 5600/- |
BITSAT 2021: Admit Card
The admit card of BITSAT 2021 will be issued by the conducting authority in the second week of April, 2021 via online mode to the eligible and successful applicants who will duly fill the application form and pay the prescribed application fee before the last date of application form submission and application fee payment. No hard copy or soft copy of BITSAT 2021 will be posted or mailed individually to the applicants. Students will need to download the admit card from the official website by entering the login credentials as mail ID, username, application number and password. BITSAT 2021 admit card is a mandatory document to carry along with the valid photo while appearing for the exam. No candidates will be permitted to enter the exam hall without the admit card. 2021 admit cards will comprise the details about the candidate as well as the exam such as candidate’s name, roll number, exam centres, exam guidelines and all other important instructions.
BITSAT 2021: Exam Pattern
BITSAT 2021 exam will be conducted via online mode as a computer based test in which the candidate will have to attempt MCQs in a duration of 3 hours. A total of 4 sections containing multiple choice questions will be there in the exam paper.
- Exam Mode: BITSAT 2021 examination will be held via online (computer-based) mode.
- Number of questions: A total of 150 questions.
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Language-medium: English language medium.
- Total sections: 4 sections
- Time Duration: Candidates will get 3 hours
- Marking scheme: Each correct answer will fetch 3 marks.
- Negative marking: 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response.
Distributions of Questions
Section |
Subject |
Number of Questions |
I |
Physics |
40 |
II |
Chemistry |
40 |
III |
A)-English Proficiency B)-Logical Reasoning
|
A)-15 B)-10 |
1V |
Biology/ Mathematics |
45 |
— |
Total |
150 |
BITSAT 2021: Result
The result of BITSAT 2021 will be announced in online mode in the last week of May, 2021 on the official website. To access the result of BITSAT 2021, the candidates will have to fill the login credentials in the login window. BITSAT 2021 Result 2021 will comprise details like candidates’ name, roll number, score obtained, etc. As the BITSAT 2021 will be conducted in different slots, the conducting body will keep publishing the scores of the respective slots side by side. The final BITSAT 2021 result will be published later in the merit list format after the submission of 10+2 marks by the candidates. BITS will release two merit lists. BITSAT 2021 result will showcase the names of those participants only who will be eligible to take admission in various campuses of BITS. The top scorer of the BITSAT 2021 exam will be offered with scholarship benefits.
BITSAT 2021: Score Scholarship
BITSAT top scorers get the scholarships benefits as per the table given-below:
More than or equal to 300 |
75% of Tuition Fee |
250 to 299 |
50% of Tuition Fee |
200 to 249 |
25% of Tuition Fee |
BITSAT 2021: Counselling
The admission procedure of BITSAT 2021 will take place through seat allotment and counselling process. BITSAT 2021 counselling will be held for the qualified candidates after the declaration of result in the online mode. The counselling’ schedule and the details of the selected participants will be publicized on the official website. All the qualified candidates will be called to participate in the BITSAT 2021 Counselling. To participate in the BITSAT 2021 counselling process, the candidates will have to register themselves for the counselling process, during the registration, they can choose their institutes and branches.
Documents Needed During Counselling
- Class 10th mark sheet & certificate
- Class 12th mark sheet & certificate
- Counselling letter (original as well as a photocopy)
- Admit card of JEE Advanced/KVPY or IISER aptitude test.
- Recent passport size photograph (coloured)
FAQs
Can the BITSAT 2021 Application Fee be paid via offline mode?
No, the BITSAT 2021 Application fee can be paid only via online mode using Credit card/ Debit Card or Net Banking services.
I have qualified my class 12th exams with a 75% aggregate score but the marks obtained in Physics is just 55%. Does that affect my eligibility to apply for BITSAT 2021?
Yes, unfortunately, you become ineligible for BITSAT 2021 because according to the eligibility criteria, a candidate needs to score 60% marks in each subject individually along with 75% aggregate marks.
What can I do if I have lost my admit card?
You can redownload the admit card by logging in to the official website.
Can I change the examination centre later on?
No, the exam centre can be chosen once while filling the application form. Later on, it can not be changed.
Does BITS publicize any official answer key? Where will I find that?
No, BITS does not publicize any official answer key. Some renowned coaching centres will release the answer key for BITSAT 2021 to help candidates check the answers and calculate the probable score.