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BITSAT Notification 2027 is awaited for admission to the first-degree programmes at BITS Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad. The official BITS admission portal has not yet published the BITSAT 2027 notification. For reference, the BITSAT 2026 application process started on December 15, 2025, with Session 1 applications closing on March 19, 2026.
The notification is expected to provide the application schedule, eligibility requirements, examination dates, session details, application fee, test-city process and other instructions for candidates. The BITSAT 2026 official schedule can be used to understand the admission timeline until the 2027 schedule is published.
- BITSAT 2027 Notification: Latest Status
- BITSAT 2026 Notification Timeline: Latest Official Reference
- BITSAT 2027 Application Form
- BITSAT 2027 Exam Dates
- BITSAT 2027 Eligibility
- BITSAT 2027 Exam Pattern
- BITSAT 2027 Syllabus
- BITSAT 2027 Exam Centres
- BITSAT 2027 Application Fee
- BITSAT 2027 Admit Card
- BITSAT 2027 Notification: What Will Be Included
- BITSAT 2027 Notification FAQs
BITSAT 2027 Notification: Latest Status
| Particular | BITSAT 2027 Status |
| Notification | Awaited |
| Application form | Awaited |
| Exam dates | Awaited |
| Session 1 | Awaited |
| Session 2 | Awaited |
| Eligibility | To be given in the 2027 admission instructions |
| Exam pattern | Latest official reference is BITSAT 2026 |
| Syllabus | Latest official reference is BITSAT 2026 |
| Official website | admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in |
Note: The BITS admission portal currently shows that the 2026-27 First Degree admission cycle is closed. The latest published BITSAT schedule on the official portal is therefore the 2026 cycle.
BITSAT 2026 Notification Timeline: Latest Official Reference
The 2026 schedule gives candidates a clear view of how the BITSAT application and examination process was structured.
| Event | BITSAT 2026 Dates |
| Application starts | December 15, 2025 |
| Session 1 application deadline | March 19, 2026 |
| Session 1 edit window | March 21-22, 2026 |
| Session 1 test-city allotment | March 28, 2026 |
| Session 1 slot booking | March 29-31, 2026 |
| Session 1 hall ticket | From April 10, 2026 |
| Session 1 exam | April 15-16, 2026 |
| Session 2 application | April 20-May 5, 2026 |
| Session 2 edit window | May 8-9, 2026 |
| Session 2 test-city allotment | May 12, 2026 |
| Session 2 slot booking | May 14-15, 2026 |
| Session 2 hall ticket | From May 20, 2026 |
| Session 2 exam | May 25-27, 2026 |
Important: These are BITSAT 2026 dates, not the BITSAT 2027 schedule. The official BITS admission portal states that dates can be changed when required and that any changes are notified through the admission website.
BITSAT 2027 Application Form
The BITSAT application form is expected to be released online through the official BITS admission portal. In 2026, candidates could apply for Session 1 or both sessions during the initial application window, while a separate Session 2 application window was provided later.
| Application Stage | BITSAT 2026 Process |
| Registration | Online through BITS admission portal |
| Session 1 | Application available from December 15, 2025 |
| Session 1/Both sessions deadline | March 19, 2026 |
| Session 2 only | April 20-May 5, 2026 |
| Form editing | Separate edit windows were provided |
| Test-city selection | Candidates selected centre preferences during application |
| Slot booking | Conducted after test-city allotment |
Note: Candidates should use the application schedule published for BITSAT 2027 rather than carrying forward the 2026 deadlines. The official application portal for BITSAT is linked through the BITS admission website.
BITSAT 2027 Exam Dates
BITSAT is conducted in two sessions. In 2026, Session 1 was held in April and Session 2 in May.
| Session | BITSAT 2026 Reference |
| Session 1 | April 15-16, 2026 |
| Session 2 | May 25-27, 2026 |
| Mode | Computer-based test |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Shifts | Multiple test slots |
Important: The BITSAT 2027 examination dates will be taken from the official 2027 admission schedule. The 2026 dates establish the recent examination pattern but should not be treated as the confirmed 2027 calendar.
BITSAT 2027 Eligibility
The latest BITSAT eligibility requirements were published in the 2026 admission brochure. Candidates completing Class 12 in 2025 or 2026 were eligible for BITSAT 2026, subject to the prescribed subject combination and marks requirements.
| Eligibility Component | BITSAT 2026 Requirement |
| Qualifying examination | Class 12 examination |
| PCM route | Minimum 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
| Individual subjects | Minimum 60% in each of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
| PCB route | Minimum 75% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Individual subjects | Minimum 60% in each of Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Improvement candidates | Subject to BITS eligibility conditions |
Note: The 2027 eligibility conditions should be checked against the official BITSAT 2027 admission instructions when published. The table above gives the latest official 2026 reference.
BITSAT 2027 Exam Pattern
The latest official BITSAT pattern had 130 questions for 390 marks, with a three-hour duration. The paper included Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency, Logical Reasoning and Mathematics or Biology, depending on the candidate's eligibility route.
| Section | Questions |
| Physics | 30 |
| Chemistry | 30 |
| Mathematics/Biology | 40 |
| English Proficiency | 10 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 |
| Total | 130 |
Important: The 2026 marking scheme was +3 for every correct answer and -1 for every incorrect answer. Candidates who answered all 130 questions could attempt up to 12 additional questions, subject to the examination rules.
BITSAT 2027 Syllabus
The BITSAT syllabus is based on the Class 11 and 12-level concepts prescribed for the examination. The latest official syllabus covered Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning.
| Subject | Major Preparation Areas |
| Physics | Mechanics, electricity, magnetism, optics, modern physics and related topics |
| Chemistry | Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry |
| Mathematics | Algebra, calculus, coordinate geometry, trigonometry and related topics |
| Biology | Biology topics prescribed for the B.Pharm. route |
| English | Grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure and comprehension |
| Logical Reasoning | Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
Note: Candidates should prepare from the latest BITSAT syllabus available on the official admission portal rather than relying only on coaching material or previous-year topic lists.
BITSAT 2027 Exam Centres
BITSAT is conducted at designated computer-based test centres in India and selected international locations. The 2026 official centre list included cities across India along with Dubai, Kathmandu and Kuwait.
| Centre Category | BITSAT 2026 Reference |
| Indian cities | Multiple cities across major states |
| Dubai | Dubai Campus of BITS |
| Nepal | Kathmandu |
| Kuwait | Kuwait |
| City preferences | Three preferences for candidates applying within India |
Note: The 2027 centre list will depend on the test-centre information published for that admission cycle. The 2026 centre list can be used as the latest reference for planning.
BITSAT 2027 Application Fee
The application fee is specified in the admission brochure and depends on the candidate's session selection and test-centre category. BITSAT 2026 had separate fee structures for candidates appearing in one session and both sessions, with different provisions for male, female and international applicants.
| Fee Component | BITSAT 2027 |
| Session 1 fee | To be specified in 2027 application instructions |
| Both sessions fee | To be specified |
| Session 2 only fee | To be specified |
| International centre fee | To be specified |
| Payment mode | Online |
Important: Candidates should use the fee amount displayed in the official BITSAT 2027 application form before making payment. The 2026 fee structure should not be carried forward as the confirmed 2027 fee.
BITSAT 2027 Admit Card
The BITSAT admit card is issued after test-city allotment and slot booking. It contains the candidate's examination details, including the test date, slot and centre information.
| Stage | Candidate Information |
| Test-city allotment | Allotted examination city |
| Slot booking | Exam date and time |
| Hall ticket | Exact centre and examination instructions |
| Exam day | Candidate reports to the allotted venue |
Note: In BITSAT 2026, Session 1 hall tickets were available from April 10 and Session 2 hall tickets from May 20. The 2027 admit-card dates will be part of the new examination schedule.
BITSAT 2027 Notification: What Will Be Included
The BITSAT notification and admission brochure together provide the information candidates need before applying.
| Information | Details Covered |
| Application | Registration dates and application process |
| Eligibility | Qualifying examination, subjects and marks |
| Exam | Sessions, dates, mode and duration |
| Syllabus | Subject-wise topics |
| Pattern | Sections, questions and marking scheme |
| Centres | Test cities and centre-selection rules |
| Fees | Application fee and payment details |
| Admit card | Hall-ticket schedule and instructions |
| Admission | Class 12 marks, programme preferences and subsequent admission stages |
Important: BITS Pilani publishes BITSAT and First Degree admission information through its official admission website. Candidates should use the official portal for application dates, fee payment, admit-card notices and admission communications.
BITSAT 2027 Notification FAQs
When will BITSAT 2027 notification be released?
The official BITSAT 2027 notification has not been published yet. The latest official BITSAT cycle was 2026, for which applications began on December 15, 2025.
When will BITSAT 2027 registration start?
The BITSAT 2027 registration date is awaited. In the previous cycle, BITSAT 2026 applications started on December 15, 2025.
Will BITSAT 2027 be conducted in two sessions?
BITSAT was conducted in two sessions in 2026, with Session 1 in April and Session 2 in May. The 2027 session schedule will be given in the official admission notification.
Where can I check the BITSAT 2027 notification?
The BITSAT notification and admission updates are published on the official BITS admission website at admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in.
What was the BITSAT 2026 application start date?
The BITSAT 2026 application process started on December 15, 2025. The Session 1 or both-session application deadline was March 19, 2026.
What was the BITSAT 2026 exam date?
BITSAT 2026 Session 1 was conducted on April 15-16, while Session 2 was scheduled from May 25-27, 2026.
What is the BITSAT 2027 exam mode?
The latest BITSAT examination was a three-hour computer-based multiple-choice test. The 2026 paper had 130 questions.
How many times can I appear for BITSAT?
BITSAT 2026 provided candidates with the option to appear in both examination sessions. The number of permitted attempts and session rules for BITSAT 2027 will be specified in the 2027 admission instructions.
Is BITSAT 2027 registration online?
Yes. BITSAT applications are submitted online through the official BITS admission portal.
Does BITSAT 2027 have negative marking?
The BITSAT 2026 examination had negative marking of one mark for every incorrect answer, with three marks awarded for every correct answer.
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