BITSAT Exam Centres 2026: Complete Cities List, Admit Card Dates, Slot Booking Tips and Change Guide
BITS Pilani released the BITSAT Exam Centres 2026 on bitsadmission.com, publishing the centres list alongside the official information brochure. The exam will be held in 74 Indian cities and two international centres — Dubai and Kathmandu . You had to enter three preferred centres during registration; pick them carefully.
Quick Overview: What’s New in BITSAT Exam Centres 2026
BITS Pilani has made the centres list available on bitsadmission.com and included it in the information brochure. The list confirms 74 cities across India and the two international test centres. If you chose Dubai BITS centre or Kathmandu BITS centre , you will be allotted only that international centre and will not be asked for other preferences.
The detailed test venue address for your allotted centre will appear on your BITSAT hall ticket 2026 (admit card). Remember: BITSAT city allotment is compulsory — without a centre allotment you will not get an admit card.
Important Dates You Must Note
Below are the verified dates you need to save now. These match official announcements on bitsadmission.com and the information brochure.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BITSAT registration begins | Dec 15, 2025 |
| BITSAT Session 1 exam dates | April 15–16, 2026 |
| Session 1 admit card release (hall ticket) | April 10, 2026 |
| BITSAT Session 2 exam dates | May 24–26, 2026 |
| Session 2 admit card release (hall ticket) | May 20, 2026 |
Mark these dates on your phone calendar. The registration window is also the time to enter your three preferred centres — you cannot choose centres after the registration deadline.
Full List of BITSAT Exam Cities and Where Candidates Can Expect Centres
The official BITSAT centres list is published state-wise in the information brochure. Remember that the exact test venue address for each candidate will be printed on the BITSAT hall ticket 2026 after city allotment.
| State / UT | Cities (BITSAT centres list) |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat |
| Bihar | Patna |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur |
| Delhi | Delhi |
| Goa | K K Birla Goa Campus of BITS |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Surat |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu |
| Jharkhand | Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Bangalore (Bengaluru), Gulbarga, Mangalore, Belagavi (Belgaum), Mysuru (Mysore), Shimoga, Udupi, Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) |
| Kerala | Kollam, Ernakulam |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur |
| Maharashtra | Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nasik, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur |
| Punjab | Jalandhar, Mohali, Bathinda, Patiala |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Pilani Campus of BITS, Udaipur |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli |
| Telangana | Hyderabad Campus of BITS, Hyderabad City, Karimnagar, Warangal |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Bareilly, Ghaziabad, Kanpur, Lucknow, Noida, Prayagraj, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Haldwani |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Siliguri, Asansol |
| Nepal | Kathmandu |
| UAE | Dubai Campus of BITS |
Notes: - The table above mirrors the official BITSAT centres list. The detailed test venue address will only appear on your hall ticket. - The information brochure confirms the list; if a centre faces very low bookings, the authority may cancel that test centre.
How to Choose Your Three Preferred Centres (Step-by-step)
1) During BITSAT registration 2026 you were required to enter up to three preferred centres in order of preference. That step is part of the application form on bitsadmission.com.
2) Rank them by practical factors: travel time, public transport reliability, and a nearby backup centre. Pick your closest centre as preference 1 and a reliable fallback as 2 and 3.
3) If you live near state borders, choose centres in neighbouring cities that offer reliable morning commutes. Weather and local transport strikes can disrupt plans, so a second and third option matter.
4) If a centre is later cancelled due to low registration, the conducting authority will re-assign you to the next available centre. That is why you should list three meaningful choices rather than repeat similar ones.
Tips: - Don’t pick an international centre (Dubai or Kathmandu) unless you are willing and able to travel internationally; selecting those means you will be assigned only that centre. - Avoid selecting centres with long commute times on exam days (festival, local exams, or sports events can add delay).
Slot Booking and Admit Card: What to Expect
After the city allotment and when slot booking opens, you must choose a date and time slot for your session. Keep these points in mind:
- Slot booking is final for date and time. Once you book a slot, you cannot change the exam date or time. Choose carefully during BITSAT slot booking.
- The detailed test venue address is added to your BITSAT hall ticket 2026. You will be able to download the Session 1 admit card from April 10, 2026 and Session 2 admit cards from May 20, 2026 .
- City allotment (test centre allotment) is compulsory. Without an allotted centre you will not receive your admit card and will not be allowed to sit the exam.
Practical steps when slot booking opens: - Have your login details ready for the slot booking page on bitsadmission.com. - Use a stable internet connection and prefer desktop or laptop for the process. - If you miss the first slot booking window, check for any limited reopens but assume limited flexibility.
Exam Day Essentials and Centre Rules
Carry the right documents and reach early. Small mistakes can cost you the exam.
- Mandatory: printed BITSAT hall ticket (admit card) and a valid photo ID proof. Keep both an original and a photocopy accessible.
- Reach the exam centre at least 1.5 hours before the scheduled start time. This gives time for verification and seating.
- Prohibited items: watches and metallic objects are not allowed in the exam hall. Also leave electronic devices, calculators and any paper notes at home.
- Follow the exam day guidelines printed on the admit card and in the information brochure—dress code rules are sometimes specified for male and female candidates.
Check the hall ticket for the exact test venue address and reporting time. That information is centre-specific, so do not rely on a generic city location.
How to Request an Exam Centre Change (After Allotment)
You can request a change after allotment but approval is not guaranteed.
- The conducting authority accepts centre change requests at its discretion. There is no public guarantee of approval.
- Typically, you should raise requests as soon as possible and provide a clear reason. The authority’s decision may depend on seat availability at the target centre.
- Realistic expectations: changes are rare close to exam dates because seating and logistics are finalised early.
Coverage gaps to note: the official brochure does not list a published fee for centre change requests, nor does it give a step-by-step timeline for approvals. For centre-specific queries you should rely on the official helpline and the contact details on bitsadmission.com.
International Centres: Dubai and Kathmandu — What Candidates Should Know
BITSAT 2026 includes two international test centres: Dubai and Kathmandu .
- If you selected Dubai or Kathmandu , the system will not ask you for alternate preferences — you will be allotted only the chosen international centre.
- Choosing an international centre means extra logistics: visa (if required), travel bookings, accommodation, and arrival time. Plan these well ahead of your test date.
- Facility details and exact test venue address for international centres are limited in public documents. If you are allotted an international centre, check your BITSAT hall ticket 2026 for the full venue address and reach-time, and contact the official admissions helpline for local queries.
Checklist & Quick Action Plan (Before Exam Day)
- Confirm your BITSAT city allotment immediately after notification and download the hall ticket for your session.
- Note the detailed test venue address from the hall ticket and do a trial commute if possible.
- Prepare the mandatory documents: printed BITSAT admit card and valid photo ID proof.
- Pack exam essentials the night before, avoiding prohibited items (watch not allowed, metallic objects, phones).
- If allotted to Dubai or Kathmandu, finalise travel and visa documents early and keep a printed copy of travel confirmations.
Gaps to Watch For and Where to Find More Details
The official centres list and brochure cover cities and basic rules, but a few details are not published publicly:
- Exact physical room-level addresses for each centre are provided only on the hall ticket, not in the generic centres list.
- Centre-specific contact numbers, seating capacity, or accessibility facilities for PwD candidates are not detailed in the public brochure.
- The brochure does not list any application or change fees for test centre change requests.
- Transport, parking and local commute advice near specific centres are not provided — these are best checked locally.
Where to look: - Use bitsadmission.com and the official information brochure for any updates. - If you need clarifications, use the official helpline or email listed on the admissions site. Save screenshots of confirmations and hall tickets.
Conclusion: Smart Moves to Secure Your Preferred BITSAT Exam Centre
Enter three thoughtful preferences at registration, prioritising proximity and reliable commute. Download your BITSAT hall ticket 2026 as soon as it is released and note the test venue address immediately. Follow exam day guidelines — bring your admit card and valid photo ID proof and reach the centre at least 1.5 hours early.
If you chose an international centre like Dubai or Kathmandu, treat allocation as final and plan travel early. For any centre change request after allotment, apply quickly but expect the decision to rest with the conducting authority.
FAQs — Common Questions About BITSAT Exam Centres 2026
Q: Will authorities release the list of BITSAT exam centres 2026? A: Yes. The list of centres was published with the official information brochure on bitsadmission.com.
Q: Can I select my preferred exam centre for BITSAT 2026? A: Yes. You had to enter three preferred centres during the BITSAT registration 2026 application form.
Q: When can I download the BITSAT hall ticket 2026? A: Session 1 hall tickets were available from April 10, 2026 . Session 2 hall tickets were available from May 20, 2026 .
Q: What documents are needed at the test centre? A: Carry the printed BITSAT admit card (hall ticket) and a valid photo ID proof. Keep photocopies as well.
Q: Are watches allowed in the BITSAT exam hall? A: No. Watches and metallic objects are not permitted inside the exam hall.
Q: When should I reach the BITSAT exam centre on exam day? A: You should reach at least 1.5 hours before the exam start time as mentioned on your hall ticket.
Q: Can I change my exam date or time after slot booking? A: No. Once you book your slot, the date and time cannot be changed. Choose carefully during BITSAT slot booking.
Q: What if I chose Dubai or Kathmandu as my centre? A: If you selected Dubai or Kathmandu, you will be allotted that international centre only. Plan travel, visa and logistics accordingly.